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What drives someone to leave a successful 15-year law enforcement career to tackle one of the most challenging problems facing first responders? In this episode, Cam and Otis sit down with Joe Smarro, a decorated Marine Corps combat veteran, former San Antonio Police officer, and founder of SolutionPoint+, who's on a mission to eradicate suicide among first responders."Misery was the catalyst," Joe explains candidly about his transition from police work to entrepreneurship. As one of the original members of the SAPD Mental Health Unit—featured in the Emmy award-winning documentary "Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops"—Joe shares powerful insights about trauma, PTSD, and the surprising overlap between the symptoms of post-traumatic stress and entrepreneurship.From discussing how "all behavior is communication" to revealing why he turned to business the way others turn to alcohol, this conversation explores the intersection of mental health, leadership, and purpose-driven work. Joe's approach to de-escalating mental health crises and his framework for understanding human behavior offer valuable lessons for anyone leading teams or navigating their own challenges.Whether you're a first responder, an entrepreneur dealing with the obsessive nature of building a business, or a leader seeking to better understand the people you serve, Joe's journey from battlefield to advocate provides a roadmap for turning trauma into meaningful impact.More About Joe:Joe is a decorated combat veteran from the United States Marine Corps. He honorably served in both Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. After completing his enlistment, he moved to South Texas, where he joined the San Antonio Police Department (2005). Joe was one of the original members of the SAPD Mental Health Unit and helped grow that unit into a nationally recognized best-practices policing program. Joe served on the SAPD MHU for 11 years.In 2018, he gave a TEDx San Antonio talk titled: I See You. He has been highlighted in numerous media outlets and documentaries. Most notably, he is one of the main subjects in the Emmy award-winning documentary: Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops. Joe is an alum of the Entrepreneurial Bootcamp for Veterans (EBV) at Texas A&M (2016). Once he completed his certification, he founded SolutionPoint+ in 2017 & is the current CEO.Joe voluntarily left the San Antonio Police Department in 2020 to focus on making changes within the behavioral health and criminal justice systems around the country. His big, hairy, audacious goal is to eradicate suicide among all first responders, starting in law enforcement. When Joe is not speaking, training, consulting, or working on his next book, he will most likely be found on a golf course.Chapter Times and Titles:Introduction: The Hard Ground and Harder Problems [00:00 - 04:19]Welcome and the ranch soil sagaMeet Joe Smarro: Marine, cop, entrepreneurSetting the stage for a conversation about trauma and purpose"Misery Was the Catalyst" [04:19 - 12:30]Why Joe left law enforcement after 15 yearsThe transition from being part of a team to going soloFinding purpose beyond the uniformAll Behavior Is Communication [12:30 - 24:45]The foundational principle of Joe's workUnderstanding what people are really saying through their actionsDe-escalating mental health crises with empathyThe SAPD Mental Health Unit Story [24:45 - 32:17]Building a nationally recognized best-practices programLessons from "Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops"The TEDx talk: "I See You."PTSD and Entrepreneurship: The Unexpected Overlap [32:17 - 43:05]Symptoms of PTSD vs. symptoms of entrepreneurshipBob Parsons' story: turning to business instead of alcoholThe obsessive nature of building something meaningfulWhy avoidance and thrill-seeking show up in both

Boundaries are not walls. They are intelligent, nervous system informed signals that protect your brain, support your body, and preserve your energy.In this episode, Heidi explores why boundaries are essential for mental health, emotional wellbeing, physical health, and long term resilience. You will discover how poor boundaries quietly dysregulate the nervous system, increase pain, fatigue, overwhelm, and emotional burnout and how embodied boundaries help restore safety, clarity, and vitality.This is not about willpower or saying no harder. It is about understanding how the brain and body respond to stress, pressure, and overstimulation and learning how to regulate from the inside out.

This episode dives into Leslie Youngblood's journey as the founder of Youngblood MMC, co-founder of TableTag, and host of the Serious Lady Business podcast. She shares her path from early experiences in marketing and advertising to stepping out of the corporate world to create a business that aligns with her passions and family life. Leslie explains how The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron helped her embrace her creativity and "own her magic," fueling both her agency work and her mission to empower female entrepreneurs. Leslie also breaks down how Youngblood MMC supports small-to-medium B2B businesses with marketing clarity, systems, and consistent content creation to drive revenue growth. She discusses her new platform, TableTag, which centralizes communication between marketers and restaurants, and how it's poised to transform the hospitality tech space. Packed with actionable insights, inspiring advice, and empowering words for women in business, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to harness their creativity, structure their business, and step fully into their own magic. Connect with Leslie:Website: www.youngbloodmmc.com | www.seriousladybusiness.com | www.tabletag.io LinkedIn: Leslie (Bailey) Youngblood Instagram: @seriousladybusiness | @leslie2400     Let's keep the conversation going!Website: www.martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk Want to be my next guest on The Empowered Woman Podcast?Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest  Watch my TEDx talk: www.martaspirk.com/keynoteconcerts      If you're a cultural catalyst, what got you here won't get you there. Cultural change happens through peers at your level — not through previous cycles of friends, mentees, or employees. Join our free masterclass: The Science-Backed Secrets to Activate Your Legacy as a Cultural Catalyst Without Burnout Register at activateherlegacy.com   

In this Live Greatly 2 Minutes of Motivation episode, Kristel Bauer shares three simple strategies to help you approach tough conversations at work with greater confidence and clarity. Many people avoid difficult conversations in professional settings, but when handled thoughtfully, these conversations can strengthen relationships and improve collaboration. In this episode, Kristel offers practical insights to help you navigate challenging discussions in a more productive way. Tune in to learn three ways to make tough conversations at work easier and more effective. Hosted by Kristel Bauer, keynote speaker, author, and performance expert. Book Kristel for Your Event or Team Bring these strategies to your organization:

Why do we seek wealth—and does it actually make us happy? In this thought-provoking episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Johann Berlin, Co-founder & CEO of TruWorth and author of "Wealth and Why We Seek It," to explore the psychology behind our relationship with money, what true worth really means, and how human-centered leadership is transforming how we think about success, fulfillment, and value.Johann brings insights from his C-Suite experience in learning & development, behavior change platforms, and asset management, plus his thought leadership featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Washington Post, Psychology Today, and more. As a TEDx speaker and invited presenter at Stanford, Dartmouth, The World Bank, Amazon, and Microsoft, Johann reveals how understanding our deeper motivations around wealth can unlock authentic confidence and purpose.You can find more from Johann here:IG: https://www.instagram.com/johannbberlinBook presale: https://www.truworthshift.com/thebookTruWorth Programs: https://www.truworthshift.com

How to Be Happy After Infidelity (Without Denial, Bypassing, or Pretending): 7 Real Steps Can you really be happy after infidelity? Not through denial. Not through toxic positivity. Not through spiritual bypassing or pretending everything is fine. In this deeply honest episode, I answer the question I've been asked more than any other: “Are you really that happy?” Eight years after betrayal, I share the 7 pillars that helped me move from devastation to grounded, embodied happiness — without minimizing the pain, excusing the betrayal, or bypassing the trauma. We talk about   Why happiness after infidelity is a conscious choice The real psychological roots of cheating (and why it wasn't about you) How betrayal trauma impacts your nervous system Why understanding the “why” creates emotional safety Healing invisible wounds like perfectionism, self-abandonment, and martyrdom How to stop performing and start being Why you cannot break the habit of being yourself by yourself If you're navigating betrayal, questioning your future, or wondering whether true happiness is possible after infidelity — this episode will show you what it actually takes. Not perfection. Not pretending. But rising. Top 3 Takeaways Happiness after betrayal begins when you stop identifying as the victim and choose to become the creator of your life. Understanding the real psychological root of infidelity (and why it wasn't about you) creates nervous system safety. You cannot think your way into happiness — you must regulate your nervous system, stop performing, and get real support. The 7 Pillars of Real Happiness After Betrayal Choose to rise instead of identifying as the victim. Understand the true psychological root of infidelity. Heal your invisible wounds (perfectionism, self-abandonment, martyrdom). Stop saying you “wasted” your life. Reclaim what's left. Regulate your nervous system. Stop performing and start being. Get real support — you can't break the habit of being yourself by yourself. Favorite Quote “You were victimized. But staying a victim is a choice.” LOVE THE SHOW? TAKE THE NEXT STEP Don't just listen—start healing. Get your free downloadable guide on the “The Top Three Ways You Betray Yourself Every Day, and How to Stop” at www.burnoutorbetrayal.com. https://workplace-burnout.com/the-top-3-ways-you-betray-yourself-every-day-and-how-to-stop/ If you're ready to Rise Up & Reign as the creator and queen of your life, let's talk. I will walk by your side and give you the perspective, permission, and wisdom needed to turn your betrayal experience into something constructive, empowering, and transformative in all the right ways.  Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Download your Sparkle After Betrayal Recovery Guide at www.BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com, a guide designed to help you take the first steps in feeling better, so you can reclaim your power, own your worth, and start putting yourself, and your life, back together again. About Lora: Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt is a betrayal recovery coach, attorney, TEDx speaker, and author of FLAUNT! and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal. After uncovering her husband's 15-year affair, she turned her own pain into purpose—helping high-achieving women reclaim their identity, power, and joy. A trauma-aware coach, somatic therapist, and former attorney, Lora blends legal insight with emotional and spiritual healing for full-spectrum recovery. She is the author of FLAUNT! Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, & Spiritual Self (an International Book Awards Finalist and Tattered Cover Bestseller) and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal: 5 Tools to FUEL UP & Thrive. She also hosts the podcast FLAUNT! Create a Life You Love After Infidelity and Betrayal. Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Get the support you need to find your footing, begin making sense of it all, and feel better fast. As an attorney, betrayal recovery expert, and survivor of infidelity I can help you find the clarity and confidence to create a life that you love on the other side of betrayal. Book Your Session Here: https://calendly.com/loras-schedule/coaching-session Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this podcast! Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off your first month of therapy at https://BetterHelp.com/FLAUNT  READY TO START A BETTER CHAPTER? Step into the future you've always dreamed of with the power of transformative rituals with the Mindful Subscription Box. Get a monthly box full of crystals, aromatherapy, and other spiritual tools worth $120. You deserve high-quality gems, crystals, oils, and mindfulness tools for self-care that truly work. It's a monthly dose of self-love delivered right to your door! Go to www.Mindfulsouls.com  and use Discount Code LORA25 for 25% off your order!

There's a story we tell ourselves about money and freedom: that they're reserved for the lucky, the privileged, the ones who got a head start.But what if the very thing you lacked growing up is exactly what equipped you to build the most intentional life imaginable?I'm so thrilled to welcome our guest, Jason Graystone.Jason grew up without stability, security, or financial safety. His upbringing was chaotic — at one point, a London gangster was his childminder. But instead of letting that define him, he used it as fuel. By 14 he was running a car washing business. By his twenties, he was methodically learning every investment vehicle he could get his hands on. And by 29, he was financially free.He's now 42. And every year since has been, in his words, a bonus.Jason is a multiple business owner, trader, and investor who has spoken on stages alongside Daniel Priestley, Steven Bartlett, Ali Abdaal, and David JP Phillips. He's delivered a TEDx talk, hosts the Always Free podcast (5 million+ downloads), has 440,000 YouTube subscribers, and has his debut book Always Free out next month — his blueprint for building a life of genuine freedom.In this conversation, we get into the mindset, the money, and the meaning behind it all.What You'll Learn:Why what you lacked most as a child shapes what you value most as an adult, and how to use that self-awareness to your advantageThe van conversation with his boss that changed everything: how pricing up your dream life completely transforms your relationship with money and goalsWhy mental freedom is the foundation everything else is built on, and why you'll never truly be financially free without it firstWhat he witnessed on Necker Island that proved we're all chasing something we already have access to Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Laura sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Adams to explore what it truly means to amplify your strengths… not just possess them. In today's dynamic corporate and technological landscape, many Black women leaders are deeply skilled yet under-recognized. Dr. Adams challenges listeners to move beyond quiet competence and into intentional visibility — leveraging presence, strategy, and even AI as tools to elevate their leadership. Together, they unpack how Black women can confidently own their leadership identity, strategically identify overlooked opportunities, and use emerging technologies to clarify and communicate their value. The conversation also explores Dr. Adams' frameworks of skill stacking and job stacking, offering a roadmap for building diversified income streams and future-proofing careers without sacrificing wellbeing. Anchored in Season 8's theme, Leaning Into Joy, this episode reminds us that amplifying our strengths is not about hustle for hustle's sake — it's about alignment, confidence, and redefining success on our own terms.   About Dr. Elizabeth Dr. Elizabeth M. Adams is a global authority in Responsible AI, guiding societies and institutions through the age of artificial intelligence. An award-winning strategist, TEDx speaker, and LinkedIn Top Voice, she is a trusted source for industry, academia, nonprofits, and government leaders worldwide. As CEO of EMA Advisory Services, she helps organizations align culture, leadership, and innovation with ethical, human-centered AI. Her influence spans global stages, from the United Nations to policy labs in Sweden, translating Responsible AI into scalable, values-driven action. Recognized by Forbes as one of the "15 AI Ethics Leaders Showing the World the Way of the Future," she bridges research, policy, and enterprise to ensure AI leadership is accountable, empowered, and transformative. Learn more about her work on her website at www.eadams.tech Connect with Elizabeth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizadams/ Purchase Elizabeth's book, In the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Choosing Purpose Before Code at www.eadams.tech   BWL Resources: Join us at the 2026 Black Woman Leading LIVE! Conference & Retreat.  May 11-14, 2026 in Myrtle Beach, SC.  Save your seat at www.BWLretreat.com Full podcast episodes are now on Youtube.  Subscribe to the BWL channel today! Check out the BWL theme song here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l68EqEJjXq0  Check out the BWL line dance tutorial here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eui89AmJwUg  Download the free Black Woman Leading Career Reset Kit - https://blackwomanleading.com/career-reset-kit/   Credits: Learn about all Black Woman Leading® programs, resources, and events at www.blackwomanleading.com Learn more about our consulting work with organizations at https://knightsconsultinggroup.com/ Email Laura: info@knightsconsultinggroup.com  Connect with Laura on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraeknights/  Follow BWL on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/blackwomanleading  Instagram: @blackwomanleading Facebook: @blackwomanleading Youtube: @blackwomanleading  Podcast Music & Production: Marshall Knights - https://marshallknights.com/  Graphics: Dara Adams Listen and follow the podcast on all major platforms: Apple Podcasts  Spotify Stitcher iHeartRadio Audible Podbay  

If you're a first-time founder, you're probably feeling it: Cold outreach gets ignored. Paid ads are expensive and unpredictable. And in an increasingly "fake" online world, trust is harder (and slower) to earn. The result? You burn weeks in meetings, chase intros that never materialize, and pour energy into "partnerships" that look good on paper… then ghost at the finish line. In this episode, Jayla sits down with Kyle Kane (former Universal Music VP of A&R, TEDx speaker, executive producer, award-winning entrepreneur), now founder of Onspark.com, to break down why partnerships are the #1 growth driver for modern businesses—and how early-stage founders can stop guessing and start building partnerships that actually produce revenue. Kyle shares lessons from building over $2B in partnership value working with major brands and artists, then explains how he's turning that playbook into OnSpark, an AI-powered partnership engine designed to help founders, creators, and investors find vetted, aligned, high-intent partners. What You'll Learn: The real reason most partnerships fail: misalignment + unclear value exchange How Kyle reverse-engineered partnership success into a simple lifecycle: Discover → Verify → Launch → Amplify The two hidden deal-killers that often show up right before the finish line: Low self-worth ("What do I even have to offer?") Lack of trust (ghosting, last-minute fear, sabotage) How to define a "successful partnership" based on your stage (audience, distribution, clients, investors, etc.) The founder investor strategy most people get wrong: Stop treating investor meetings like interviews—you're interviewing them Ask the questions that reveal if they can actually cut a check The value of being (not just looking) buttoned up when talking to investors The growth principle trends Kyle sees successful entrepreneurs have: Distribution before product Leverage over effort "Build environments where luck becomes inevitable" Being focused is the #1 force of nature for any entrepreneur Kyle's take on AI: essential, but dangerous if it replaces your thinking  Visit OnSpark Today– AI-powered partnership engine Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn  Dan Martell + Book Buy Back Your Time About your Host: About Your Host Jayla Siciliano is an entrepreneur with 25+ years in consumer brands, product, and marketing. After raising her first angel round against all odds and later appearing on Shark Tank, where she closed a deal with Mark Cuban, she now helps founders become fundable, confident, and ready to attract the right investors. Entrepreneurship changed her life, and she's on a mission to help first-time founders raise their first round of angel funding and change theirs too.   Disclaimer The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice.

Did you know that over 75% of women in midlife report feeling burned out, disconnected from purpose, and unsure how to realign — even after years of personal development work?In this dynamic and deeply activating conversation, Elaine Starling, The Abundance Ambassador, welcomes transformational life and business coach Laura Cardwell to explore why burnout isn't just physical — it's emotional, mental, and ultimately spiritual.Laura shares how midlife is not a breakdown… it's a breakthrough. Not a decline… but what she calls a “Second Spring.” Together, Elaine and Laura explore nervous system regulation, Divine alignment, curiosity as a spiritual pathway, and why abundance isn't about “more” — it's about harmony, flow, and presence.This episode will help you recognize burnout as a wake-up call and guide you back into grounded, radiant alignment.Topics Covered0:00 – The Burnout Reality for Midlife WomenWhy success and exhaustion often coexist4:30 – Conscious Breath & Spiritual GPS AlignmentThe I AM / CONSCIOUSNESS practice and setting Intention9:15 – From Proving to ServingLaura's personal burnout story and spiritual turning point16:00 – Defining Abundance as Harmony & FlowWhy abundance isn't about “more”20:30 – Nervous System Regulation & True SafetyInternal safety as the foundation for purpose24:45 – Burnout as a Spiritual Wake-Up CallAlignment, resonance, and Divine evolution30:00 – Breath + Curiosity: The First Two Baby Steps34:00 – Blessing as a Daily Alignment Practice35:45 – Laura's Vitality Reset & Burnout Support ToolsKey Takeaways

Alex E. Edwards didn't wait for permission to succeed — he rewrote the rules. After purchasing his first multifamily property in his early twenties, he went on to build a multimillion-dollar real estate company and become the founder of Thumbprint Realty, now the largest Black-owned brokerage in New England. But Alex's impact goes far beyond transactions. As a TEDx speaker and author of Mortgage Before Marriage, he's leading a bold conversation: what if financial freedom should come before marriage — not after? Through more than 1,200 closed transactions and millions in buyer assistance, Alex has helped turn access into opportunity, especially for single women and first-generation homebuyers who've been told to “wait their turn.” In this conversation, we unpack how money stress silently impacts relationships, why equity can strengthen families, and how ownership transforms communities. His mission? Help one million people build legacy before love — because when we change what we own, we change everything that follows. This one will challenge how you think about money, marriage, and what it really means to build wealth.FOLLOW ALEX

In this powerful episode of The Body Pod, author, speaker, and TEDx thought leader Terri Trespicio joins us for a deep dive into career reinvention after 40, midlife transformation, personal growth, and purpose-driven success. We unpack her viral TEDx talk "Unfollow Your Passion," and why the popular advice to “follow your passion” may actually sabotage your career growth, financial freedom, entrepreneurship goals, and long-term fulfillment. Terri shares how her last-minute TEDx talk became a breakthrough moment that transformed her personal brand, speaking career, business strategy, and thought leadership platform. From there, we explore powerful midlife themes including:• Career change and professional reinvention• Identity shifts and confidence building after 40• Late-in-life coming out and authentic living• Divorce recovery and relationship transitions• Setting boundaries and reclaiming autonomy• Entrepreneurship and building a freedom-based career• Redefining success beyond traditional milestonesWe also dive into her second TEDx message challenging the idea of “happily ever after,” encouraging women to rethink outdated relationship narratives and embrace single life by choice, personal independence, and self-trust. This episode is essential listening for women navigating midlife reinvention, career transition, personal development, life purpose discovery, business ownership, and confidence after divorce or major life change. If you're feeling stuck in your career, questioning your next chapter, or ready to design a freedom-first life rooted in clarity, courage, and authenticity, you'll walk away with practical tools including journaling practices, mindset shifts, community building, and bold decision-making strategies.

ADHD & Autism: Why Chores Are So Hard (And How to Teach Responsibility Without Shame) Why do chores turn into power struggles in so many ADHD and autistic families? It's not laziness. It's not defiance. And it's definitely not a character flaw. In this episode of The Autism ADHD Podcast, Holly Blanc Moses sits down with adolescent psychologist Dr. Cam Caswell to unpack why chores feel like a nightmare for neurodivergent kids and teens. If you're parenting a child with ADHD or autism and struggling with: Executive functioning challenges Chore refusal Emotional meltdowns over "simple" tasks Fear about your child's future Power struggles at home This conversation will change how you see chores forever. You'll learn: ✔ Why chasing compliance actually builds resentment ✔ The difference between responsibility and obedience ✔ How executive functioning impacts task initiation ✔ Why chores are an adult priority (not a teen priority) ✔ How to teach life skills without shame ✔ A neurodiversity-affirming approach to building ownership ✔ How to reduce conflict while increasing competence This episode is essential listening for: Parents of ADHD and/or autistic children and teens Therapists and psychologists working with neurodivergent families Educators Parenting coaches If you want to raise responsible, confident kids without damaging connection — this episode is for you!  Sincerely, Holly Blanc Moses, The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist P.S. I've got more goodness for you!

Is your book working as hard as you did to write it? Many nonfiction authors publish a strong book… then wonder why income and opportunities don't follow. This week's guest, Katrena Friel, reveals what most authors miss when trying to turn a book into a sustainable business. Katrena is an award-winning author, TEDx presenter, and creator of a powerful “done-for-you” author growth program. In this conversation, she pulls back the curtain on how successful authors move beyond book sales and build profitable platforms around their expertise. We explore what really creates revenue, why mindset often blocks momentum, and how to promote your work without feeling pushy or inauthentic. Katrena also shares her concept of becoming a “multivert” — blending the strengths of introverts and extroverts to create visibility, credibility, and income. If your goal is not only to sell books but to build a thriving author business, this episode will shift how you think about your role, your message, and your next move. What You'll Discover: Why book royalties are rarely the main income stream for successful authorsThe seven revenue pathways your book can unlockHow hidden mindset blocks keep talented authors playing smallA natural approach to promotion that feels aligned, not salesyWhat it means to become a “multivert” and why it mattersHow to turn your book into a gateway for speaking, programs, and premium opportunitiesYour book can be more than a published achievement. It can become the engine that drives your authority, visibility, and income. Tune in now to learn how to step out from behind the pages and build an author platform designed for long-term success.Here's how to connect with Katrena:Free discovery sessionWebsiteEmailLinkedInFaceBookInstagram *************************************************************************When Visibility Feels Hard, Podcast Guesting Changes the Game If you know your book deserves more reach but visibility feels like a struggle, podcast guesting can open the right doors. Podcast Connections gets you in front of the audiences who need your message and your expertise. Contact them at PodcastConnections.co *************************************************************************

The Wealth Wisdom Financial Podcast is evolving into Live Counterflow, and this episode sets the tone for what's ahead.   Brandon sits down with entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and mastermind leader Jason Duncan to talk about building a business that creates freedom — not a prison.   After losing his teaching job in 2010, Jason launched a business out of necessity. Within four years, he became asset-rich. That business grew into a multi-million-dollar company and earned national recognition from Inc. Magazine and Entrepreneur Magazine.   But Jason's biggest lesson wasn't about growth... It was about exit strategy, profit discipline, and designing a business that serves your life.  

What if the way we've been thinking about brains at work is fundamentally broken? What if accommodations aren't about fixing people, but about unlocking talent we've been filtering out for decades? In this powerful episode, Lori sits down with Dave Thompson to explore how neurodiversity is the biggest shift in human capital in a generation, and why the companies that get it right will lead the future of work. In this episode, you'll discover: Why “rebranding the brain” matters, and how moving from a deficit model to an ecological, strength-based framework changes everything for individuals and organizations The four levels of psychological safety (inclusion, learner, contributor, and challenger safety) and what they actually look like when done well — not as buzzwords Why hiring is broken for everyone, and how job descriptions, ATS systems, and rigid requirements filter out some of the most brilliant talent before they even get a chance The difference between accommodations and “success enablers” and why Dave's “desk tour” approach unlocks self-advocacy without labels or paperwork How ERGs can become true business resource groups, and why emotional labor and self-advocacy deserve recognition, not just a bullet on a job description About Dave Thompson: Dave Thompson is a strategist, author, and internationally recognized speaker focused on redesigning systems that support the full range of human cognition. A program coordinator and visiting scholar at Vanderbilt University's Frist Center for Autism and Innovation, two-time TEDx speaker, and advisor to Fortune 100 companies, he translates lived experience as an early-identified ADHDer and dyslexic thinker into practical change. His book Brainstorm: Neurodivergent Talent and the Future of Work is available now wherever books are sold. Timestamps: [00:00] Cold open — What if brains at work are fundamentally misunderstood? [01:10] Intro — Meet Dave Thompson [02:00] Dave's why — From cheese club to systems change [04:30] Rebranding the brain — The rainforest analogy for neurodiversity [08:00] Belonging & psychological safety — The four levels explained [14:30] Hiring is broken — Job descriptions, ATS bias & filtering out brilliance [21:30] Success enablers vs. accommodations — Dave's desk tour approach [26:00] Self-advocacy & recognition — Not everyone wants a birthday party [33:00] ERGs that actually work — From afterschool clubs to business drivers [40:00] Brainstorm the book — What Dave hopes readers take away [43:30] Outro — Patreon exclusive teaser + calls to action Want more? Dave joins us in the Difference Makers community on Patreon for an exclusive: watch here. Find Dave Thompson at: Website: brainstormneurodiversity.com Book: Available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, bookshop.org, and wherever books are sold Subscribe, leave a review at https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com/reviews/new/, and share this episode. Visit https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com for more resources. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Identity Architecture: Your Identity Is Your Blueprint Helping Ordinary Women Build Extraordinary Businesses, Brands, and Lives They Love While Unpacking Their Inner SHEEO with Episodes Enriching Your Mindset, Wealth, and Faith Factor VISIT: RachelMedina.com or SHEEOX.com FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @RachelMedina101 PLUS: Listen to founders and experts share their entrepreneurial journey on bonus episodes featuring awe inspiring guests Rachel Medina is an Entrepreneur, TEDx Speaker, Christianpreneur, Mommypreneur and an ordinary woman who ditched the C-suite for the SHE-suite by tapping into the new and exciting laptop lifestyle in the SHEconemy, and who built multiple businesses from home, after divorce, as a single mother over 40! The Rachel Unpacked Podcast is here to help you avoid common mistakes by learning the lessons she learned along the way! Whether you're a corporate baddie wanting to ditch the grind or a single momma ready to learn a new money making skillset from home, the Rachel Unpacked podcast is for you. Access resources mentioned on this show here ⁠www.rachelmedina.com or at SHEEOX.com As seen on: TEDx , Wharton School of Business, The Christian Channel, LATV's Get It Girl, Rompiendo El Silencio, David Meltzer's Playbook IG-LIVE, StartEmpire Wire Podcast, Jackie Hernandez Live, Canvas Rebel Magazine, SDvoyager Magazine, Keynote Women's Leadership Conference, to name a few RACHEL UNPACKED, RACHEL MEDINA, SHEEO, SHEEOx, SHE,EOO,OOO

Mike Switzer interviews Shyam Ganesh Babu, founder of TEDxCongareeVista, coming to Columbia March 14th.

Send a textTurn your expertise into income after 50.  Retirement looks different now. With more women exploring second acts - whether driven by economic shifts, changing timelines, or simply a desire for more - many are asking: Where do I start? The answer may already be in you.In this episode of the Ageless Glamour Girls™ Podcast, we explore how seasoned professionals can reposition decades of experience into authority, income, and impact.  Roz Miller-Choice, founder of The Expert Maker® and author of Know It. Share It. Profit., joins us to discuss:• Why experience may be your greatest untapped asset • Moving from employee thinking to expert positioning • Mindset shifts required to monetize what you know • Why your expertise was never meant to be a best-kept secretIf you're navigating midlife reinvention, career repositioning, or building income after 50, this conversation is for you. Cheers to healthy aging and joyful living, Luvvies!ABOUT OUR GUEST:  Roz Miller-Choice - The Expert Maker® is a personal brand strategist, TEDx speaker, author, and award-winning TV host who helps professionals turn knowledge into credible, profitable brands — earning her the name The Expert Maker®.  A former TV anchor, reporter, and producer with CNN, CBS, NBC, and FOX, Roz combines decades of media experience with entrepreneurship training from Cornell University and Harvard Business School. She is the author of the upcoming book Know It. Share It. Profit.: The 3-Step Branding and Marketing Plan to Turn Your Expertise into Profit and leads a creative team that helps experts build visible, authority-driven brands.Her television series The Expert Maker TV is a winner of the 43rd Annual Telly Awards for branding excellence.                                Guest Links:   Pre-Order Book: https://ksp-book.com/Course: knowitshareitprofit.com TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/fWcK5itKSSYSpecial thanks to our sponsor, Bricker Labs - makers of Liquid Vitamin B12 Blast and Folic Acid, supporting energy and focus in this season. Visit BrickerLabs.com and use our AGG savings code: AGG10. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.Support the showSupport Ageless Glamour Girls™: www.agelessglamourgirls.com www.linkedin.com/in/marqueetacurtishaynes https://www.shopltk.com/explore/AgelessGlamourGirls https://www.youtube.com/@agelessglamourgirls Instagram @agelessglamourgirls Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agelessglamourgirls Private (AGG) FB Group: The Ageless Café: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theagelesscafe TikTok: @agelessglamourgirls Podcast Producers: Ageless Glamour Girls™ and Purple Tulip Media, LLC

80% of management strategies create addiction and fear. Your best employees aren't burning out because they're weak. They're burning out because you're running their nervous system on the wrong chemical. You keep giving them dopamine: bonuses, titles, corner offices. And every single hit requires a bigger one tomorrow just to feel the same. Meanwhile, their cortisol climbs higher with every promotion, every new responsibility, every quarter where the targets get bigger and the recognition gets emptier. This is the episode where Adam Lane Smith and Andrey Korikov break down the Secure Loyalty Formula: the biochemical equation that separates companies people would fight for from companies people quietly escape from. Adam's recent TEDx talk introduced Bio Loyalty: the concept that real human loyalty isn't built through manipulation or incentive structures. It's built the same way a healthy family is built: through deep need fulfillment that makes people genuinely want to stay. Most companies have never even considered this. They're running the same addiction cycle they use in bad relationships: give a hit, withdraw the hit, punish for not performing, repeat. The equation is simple: Attraction + Commitment ÷ Cortisol. Most companies only target attraction. That's the dopamine. That's the “we are all family here” lie. That's the pizza party nobody asked for. What's missing is the commitment piece: vasopressin bonding through shared achievement, serotonin through genuine belonging, and cortisol managed at the right level so people actually care without being crushed. In this episode, you'll learn why two thirds of dopamine is just anticipation (and why the reward never feels as good as you imagined), why avoidant leaders scoff at loyalty and only understand manipulation, why Gen Z isn't lazy but has been dopamine burned out since birth, the difference between the Secure Love Formula and the Secure Loyalty Formula, how Japanese work culture got the bonding right but destroyed their people in the process, why anxious and disorganized employees are actually more likely to become deeply loyal, the mentorship model that builds tribal belonging instead of learned helplessness, and the three steps any leader can deploy today to start building the Secure Work Home Balance. This conversation breaks down the nervous system science applied to how humans actually bond in professional environments: the same biochemistry that builds lasting marriages, applied to building teams that stay, perform, and recruit your next best hire for you. The research shows teams built on this formula are up to 30% more productive and 30% more profitable.

In this episode, I sit down with Patrick Williams, award-winning artist, TEDx speaker, and founder of Satori Innovation, for a deeply human conversation about creativity, resilience, and embodied wisdom. Patrick shares how art and martial arts became lifelines that shaped not only his work, but the way he thinks, learns, and moves through the world. Together we explore how discipline, curiosity, and presence can transform trauma into mastery and expression.Some Key Highlights A childhood disruption that changed how Patrick connected to creativityHow martial arts and art function as moving meditations that train the mindThe surprising role discomfort plays in creative and spiritual growthA pivotal critique that completely changed Patrick's artistic directionWhy learning how to learn may be the most important skill of allPatrick's story is a reminder that creativity is not just something we do, but something we live through the body, the mind, and experience. His insights bridge art, movement, psychology, and spirituality in a way that feels grounded, earned, and deeply reflective. If you are curious about how discipline, presence, and openness can unlock new dimensions of growth, this conversation will stay with you.Patrick's Linkshttps://patrickwilliamsstaycreative.comhttp://www.patrickwilliams.comhttp://celebrationflowerpaintings.comhttps://substack.com/@pmwpainterTEDx talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Sy0ZciwT3ghttps://www.instagram.com/pmwcreativity/https://www.instagram.com/pmw_camera/https://www.instagram.com/pmw_painting/Liked this episode? Share it with a family member, friend, or colleague! Love this show? Say thanks by leaving a positive review. Connect with John Geraghty:Website: https://john-geraghty.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-geraghtyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjohngeraghty/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachjohngeraghty/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@John-GeraghtyLearn about The Flow Cultivator program: https://theflowcultivator.com/Grab a copy of The Prism of Perspective Book here: https://a.co/d/f5Lfqbn ___________ ©℗2024 & beyond by John Geraghty. All Rights Reserved.

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In this episode of the Live Greatly Podcast, Kristel Bauer sits down with conflict consultant and author Anna Lecat to explore how to have tough conversations in a way that strengthens relationships instead of damaging them. If you've ever avoided a difficult conversation, struggled with anger in the workplace, or defaulted to sarcasm or passive-aggressive behavior, this conversation is for you. Anna shares practical strategies to help leaders and professionals navigate conflict with clarity, emotional intelligence, and confidence. Together, Kristel and Anna unpack why passive-aggressiveness is not the answer, what's really behind sarcasm, and how to approach conflict as an opportunity for collaboration rather than division. Whether you're leading a team, managing workplace dynamics, or simply looking to improve your communication skills, this episode delivers actionable insights to help you handle difficult conversations more effectively. Tune in now to learn how to transform conflict into connection. Key Takeaways From This Episode: Why learning how to have tough conversations is essential for leadership and workplace success Practical strategies for navigating anger in professional settings Why passive-aggressive behavior is not the answer What sarcasm often signals beneath the surface How to approach conflict in a way that strengthens relationships ABOUT ANNA LECAT: Anna is an international entrepreneur, intimacy and conflict consultant, and the author of Loving Conflict: Creating Collaboration Where Others See Division. Anna was born in Ukraine, shaped by life across China and the United States, and she now lives in France with her family. Anna speaks five languages, including fluent Mandarin. Her work exists at the intersection of connection, communication, and what happens to us when relationships get hard. For more than twenty-five years, she has led companies, built multicultural teams, and worked with leaders, partners, and families who want to move beyond reactive conflict and toward deeper collaboration. Her approach blends what she's learned with embodied practices inspired by tango, where every movement begins with listening. In this listening, relationships change. Connect with Anna Lecat: Website: https://annalecat.com/  Order Anna's book, Loving Conflict: https://annalecat.com/book/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-lecat/  About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the award-winning author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to "Live Greatly" while promoting leadership development and team building. Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel's work has been featured in Forbes and she has had multiple TV appearances including NBC News Daily, ABC News Live, FOX Weather, ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago and more. Kristel lives in the Chicago, IL area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

Have you ever noticed that no matter how much inner work you do certain patterns keep showing up? Around a relationship dynamic, the fear of being seen, or the quiet self-doubt right before you expand. What if it's not just this lifetime? In this beautiful conversation with Sarah Breskman Cosme, we explore hypnosis, ancient codes, past life regression, Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT), and how subconscious beliefs may be shaping your current reality more than you realize. Sarah shares how healing herself led her into this powerful work and what she's learned from doing many regressions. We talk about: How subconscious beliefs drive self-sabotage Why fear often surfaces right before awakening Atlantis, Lemuria, and ancient codes How sacred sites hold energetic memory The collective grief and awakening happening right now And why you cannot get it wrong Here's to claiming all the goodness the universe is thrilled to give you!   Takeaways Sarah's journey into hypnosis began with her desire to heal herself. The realization that everything is thoughts and patterns was transformative for Sarah. QHHT allows individuals to access their higher self and universal consciousness. Collective grief is surfacing as humanity awakens to its true nature. Ancient practices from Atlantis and Lemuria can guide us in our healing today. Sacred sites hold information and codes that can activate our memories. The future of humanity involves a shift towards a more connected, tribal society. Fear is a common theme in sessions, but awareness can help transform it. We are all magical beings with the power to create our own reality. It's important to trust the process and know that you cannot get it wrong.   About Sarah Bresman Cosme Sarah Breskman Cosme is a master hypnotist, international speaker, and best-selling author specializing in Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT), the method developed by Dolores Cannon. With a background in science and a passion for consciousness exploration, Sarah helps clients access their Higher Self to heal trauma, release subconscious blocks, and uncover past life memories. Her work bridges ancient wisdom, Atlantis research, and modern hypnosis to support deep transformation and awakening.   About Your Host, Julie Reisler Julie Reisler is a heart-led intuitive guide, TEDx speaker, author, and host of The You-est You® Podcast. For over 15 years, she has helped high-achieving souls reconnect to their intuition, trust their inner guidance, and build lives rooted in inner peace and purpose. A faculty member at Georgetown University and founder of the Intuitive Life Designer® Coach Academy, Julie blends spirituality, science, positive psychology, and lived experience to help you remember and embody your You-est You. Be sure to subscribe to Julie's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/juliereisler and ring the notification bell so that you never miss a powerful episode! Here's to your truest, You-est You! Love, Julie   You-est You® Resources for YOU! See below for free tools, resources, programs, and goodies to help you become your YOU-EST YOU!   FREE Manifest Your Goals & Dreams 7-Day Toolset This stunning free toolset is a 7-day workbook (25 pages full) of powerful mindset practices, grounding meditations (and audio), a new beautiful time management system and template to set your personalized schedule for your best productivity, a personalized energy assessment, and so much more. It was designed to specifically help you uplevel your routine and self-care habits for success so you can radiate and become your 'You-est You'. These tools are some of Julie's best practices used with hundreds of her clients to help you feel more confident, clear, and connected to your best self so that you feel inspired to take on the world. Get it at: juliereisler.com/toolset   FREE Intuition Test Unlock your unique intuitive super-powers and discover your dominant Intuition Language™. Take the free test now at https://juliereisler.com/intuitiontest-podcast   Intuition Activation Mini-Course - 90% OFF! For a limited time only, get access to Julie's powerful transformative Intuition Activation mini-course for 90% off! You'll have lifetime access to this course that is full of video modules, worksheets, meditations, tools and practices to unlock your intuition and activate your inner guidance! Sign up now at https://juliereisler.com/activation    Craving deeper connection beyond words? Explore my Meditation Portal — a sacred space for weekly guided meditations, energy healing, and intuitive alignment. These channeled journeys are activations designed to help you reconnect with your soul, expand your inner awareness, and live from a place of calm, clarity, and higher love.

This episode is sponsored by LMNT and Cozy Earth. LMNT - Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/FLIPPING50. Cozy Earth - Discover how care in every detail transforms simple routines into moments of true comfort and ease. Head to cozyearth.com and use my code Flipping50 for up to 20% off. Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - 6 Menopause Fitness Questions From the Community Next Episode - Making Fasting a Tool and Sparing Muscle Loss During Fat Loss More Like This: Your Hormones Are Quietly Changing Your Gut and It's Affecting Your Longevity Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain Resources: Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Leave this session with insight into exactly what to do right now to make small changes, smart decisions about your exercise time and energy. Use Flipping 50 Scorecard & Guide to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes. Gut health and migraines may be more connected than you've ever been told — and if you've been waiting for your migraines to “just go away” after menopause, this episode might change everything.  Migraines are now being viewed as a symptom of deeper dysfunction in the brain, gut, mitochondria, and vascular system — not just a hormonal inconvenience.  If you're tired of powering through, relying on quick fixes, or wondering why nothing seems to work long-term, this episode gives you a smarter path forward. We might have been overlooking the missing link between gut health and migraines. My Guest: Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett is a Stanford-trained neurologist and founder of Migraine Relief Code, where she pioneers a precision medicine approach to chronic headaches and migraine. She created the first genetic testing panel designed specifically for people with migraine, helping patients identify their unique Genetic Headache Type and follow customized recovery protocols that combine medical care, nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle strategies. A TEDx speaker and author of the upcoming book ALIGN: Live the Way You're Wired to Relieve Headaches + Migraine for Good, her work has been featured in Business Insider and Women's World.  After launching her private neurology practice in Denver in 2003, she founded Migraine Relief Code in 2019 to bring personalized, science-driven solutions to people worldwide. Dr. Barrett is passionate about addressing migraine as a women's health crisis, empowering women to relieve pain, protect their earning power, and reclaim their lives. Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:12:17] What are some of the genetic problems that can cause issues with gut health and migraines? [00:20:02] What is your #1 recommendation that women can start now for improving gut health and reducing migraines?  [00:22:06] What medications work for migraine? [00:29:40] Is there a connection between chronic migraine with dementia or Alzheimer's?  [00:31:40] What can women in midlife do to help improve the gut and reduce migraine severity or frequency? What is the importance of fiber with migraine?  [00:37:44] How is inflammation related to migraine?

Join me as we sit down with the incredible Elle Davis—a mother, widow, professor, writer, and TEDx speaker! Elle bravely shares her deeply personal journey of the sudden loss of her husband Paul and the raw aftermath that followed as she navigated single motherhood with a toddler.Together Elle and I dive into the realities of widowhood: ~coping with overwhelming grief and parenting challenges~finding support in friends and family~grappling with identity after loss~ seeking therapy for healing~ difficult conversations with children about grief~ struggles with guilt and societal expectations.Elle also introduces her inspiring framework, "The Art of the Bounce Back," sharing how journaling, therapy, and building small routines helped her cultivate resilience and gradually rebuild a life she loves. This episode explores themes of choosing to move forward, the importance of community, the complexities of grief triggers, and the power of living fully, even when the future feels uncertain.If you're looking for honest wisdom, compassionate storytelling, and tangible hope for life after loss, this conversation will lift and encourage you!Don't forget your pen and paper—you'll want to take notes on resilience, healing, and the art of bouncing back.You can find Elle on her website at https://www.elledavisspeaks.com Be sure to join our Facebook group, Widow 180 The Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/312036956454927Also follow us on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/widow_180/Check us out on YouTube at Widow 180: The Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-DK_dl31qMilJ5cE6t9MVQFor more blog posts and resources go to www.widow180.comQuestions? Email me at jen@widow180.com

Anjani Mahabashya M.D., CHCQM-PHY is the founder of the founder of a physician-led consulting company focused on Utilization Management, CDI, coding process improvement, and Physician Advisor staffing. Dr Mahabashya is a national speaker, a two-time TEDx speaker, and has been featured on multiple podcasts. She has also trained and mentored physicians to become effective, high-impact Physician Advisors. Some of the topics we discussed were: Career opportunities outside traditional clinical practicePractical steps for successfully transitioning away from traditional clinical practiceHow to work in different roles without completely giving up clinical practiceThe role of curiosity in working hybrid rolesDr. Mahabashya's course where physicians can gain practical experience with the day-to-day of hybrid career pathwaysPreparing for value-based care as a physicianRecommendations for someone who has just started as a physician advisorThe importance of relationship building as a crucial skill set for a physician advisor And more! Connect with Dr. Mahabashya:Email:anjaniM@avenrasolutions.com LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjani-m-848a201b9/ Ep 180: How to Expand Physician Impact Beyond the Bedside as a Physician Advisor with Dr. Anjani Mahabashya Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/voices-of-women-physicians/id1630624425?i=1000749059219 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0kPobt1jZrRPSZBjVTPFOJ?si=825HAsceTVufaAlN-bj1Tg Ep 181: Upskilling for the Evolving Healthcare Landscape with Dr. Anjani Mahabashya Part 1 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/voices-of-women-physicians/id1630624425?i=1000750141503 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2hW638XbEdeocoHZivL0mp?si=gEYAuKjFRIOwwI2I41B0LA Ep 182: Upskilling for the Evolving Healthcare Landscape with Dr. Anjani Mahabashya Part 2 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/voices-of-women-physicians/id1630624425?i=1000751171536 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4SuutTSMyXjPa9QBfkS1A7?si=5XDr99FhTSa1DQ4uSlxjgw 

My guest today is Manal El-Ramly, author of Transcending Anxiety: From Fear to Freedom, TEDx speaker ('Why You Don't Need to Search for Your Purpose'), creator of the Mattain Method, and a beloved teacher on Insight Timer. Manal helps individuals overcome anxiety, limiting beliefs, and overwhelm by understanding and aligning their four bodies – physical, emotional, mental, and egoic. What You'll Discover in This Episode: The Four Bodies Cultivating Emotional Intelligence The essence of the Unconditional Three Resources & Mentions: Connect with Manal El-Ramly - https://www.mattain.me/joinme Meditation Coaching Schedule Time with Thom (Complimentary consultation)   THANKS FOR LISTENING! Become a Super-Fan of the Show Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see on the page. Be a part of the show! Send me a message: speakpipe.com/zencommuter Email: thom@zencommuter.com Instagram: @thom_walters Twitter: @thom_walters Facebook: www.facebook.com/zencommuter Donate: Support the Podcast! Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Rate and review us in Apple Podcasts! zencommuter.com/review

Hey there, hero!If you're at all like me, I've often wondered if I'm the odd man out. A left-brained person in a right-brained body.See, I'm a creative…but I'm also proudly analytical and organized.I hear you. “Freak!” Yep.And guess what? Turns out you are too.My evidence? Two different authoritative videos on YouTube that dispel the left-brain/right-brain myth.From Encyclopedia Britannica:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkJHc5QKc8wAnd from TedX:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMSbDwpIyF4Feel better? Still hanging on to your past labels? Let me know in the comments below.REQUEST: Please join this video's conversation and see the full episode on VOHeroes, where the comments are moderated and civil, at https://voheroes.com/left-brained-right-brained-relax-youre-likely-both/#Acting #Voice #VoiceOver #Performance #Productivity #Tips #Art #Commerce #Science #Mindset #Success #Process #Options #BestPractices #MarketingWant to be a better VO talent, actor or author? Here's how I can help you......become a VO talent (or a more successful one): https://voheroes.com/start ...become an audiobook narrator on ACX (if you're an actor or VO talent): https://acxmasterclass.com/ ...narrate your own book (if you're an author): https://narrateyourownbook.com/ ...have the most effective pop filter (especially for VO talent): https://mikesock.com/ ...be off-book faster for on-camera auditions and work (memorize your lines): https://rehearsal.pro/...master beautiful audiobook and podcast audio in one drag and drop move on your Mac: https://audiocupcake.com/ The VOHeroes Podcast is heroically built with: BuddyBoss | LearnDash | DreamHost | SamCart | TextExpander | BuzzSprout ...

Episode Summary: In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Majid Fotuhi discusses the multifaceted nature of brain health, emphasizing the importance of understanding different types of intelligence, the power of practice and learning, and the interconnectedness of brain and body health. He addresses common misconceptions about memory and cognitive function, the impact of negative memories, and the role of genetics versus lifestyle in Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Fotuhi provides practical tips for enhancing brain function and encourages a holistic approach to maintaining cognitive health throughout life.Chapters00:00 Exploring Brain Intelligence03:02 The Power of Practice and Learning06:01 Understanding Memory and Cognitive Function08:39 The Interconnectedness of Brain and Body12:02 Overcoming Negative Memories and Trauma14:47 Alzheimer's Disease: Genetics vs. Lifestyle17:59 Holistic Approaches to Brain Health20:54 The Role of Stress and Emotional Well-being23:51 Practical Tips for Enhancing Brain Function26:55 Final Thoughts on Brain Health and LongevitySponsors: FATTY15 OFFER: Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/KIMBERLY and using code KIMBERLY at checkout.USE LINK: fatty15.com/KIMBERLY LMNTOFFER: Right now, for my listeners LMNT is offering a free sample pack with any LMNT drink mix purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/FEELGOOD. That's 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT any LMNT drink mix purchase. This deal is only available through my link so. Also try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water.USE LINK: DrinkLMNT.com/FEELGOOD Dr. Majid Fotuhi Resources: Book: The Invincible Brain: The Clinically Proven Plan to Age-Proof Your Brain and Stay Sharp for Life Website: neurogrow.com Social: YouTube @Dr. Majid Fotuhi Bio: Dr. Fotuhi earned his PhD in Neuroscience from Johns Hopkins University in 1992 and his Medical Degree from Harvard Medical School in 1997. Currently, he serves as an adjunct professor at the Mind/Brain Institute at Johns Hopkins University, while also teaching at George Washington University and Harvard Medical School.With 37 years of experience in teaching, clinical practice, and neuroscience research, Dr. Fotuhi has pioneered a multidisciplinary approach to enhancing brain vitality and cognitive performance at any age. His groundbreaking “Brain Fitness Program” combines a comprehensive baseline “Brain Portfolio” assessment with 12 bi-weekly brain training sessions. This program targets lifestyle optimization and cognitive stimulation to improve memory, focus, and overall brain health. Dr. Fotuhi's program has delivered measurable success for patients dealing with memory loss due to aging, concussions, and ADHD, as documented in several peer-reviewed journals. He is also the author of three books, including the highly acclaimed Boost Your Brain: The New Art and Science Behind Enhanced Brain Performance. Recognized as one of the leading experts in memory and successful aging, Dr. Fotuhi has delivered lectures at academic institutions and major organizations in over 20 countries – including a TEDx presentation in the Philippines. Passionate about sharing the latest discoveries in the field of brain rehabilitation and neuroplasticity, he has been featured in interviews with more than 50 prominent media outlets in the United States and around the globe.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is your teen being disrespectful — or just dysregulated?Are power struggles in your home really about control… or miscommunication? In this episode, Colleen sits down with adolescent psychologist Dr. Cam Caswell, also known as the “Teen Translator,” to unpack what it truly means to speak teen. They explore how small language shifts can completely change your relationship dynamic, why stricter consequences often backfire, and how behaviors like arguing, messy rooms, and pushback can actually be signs of healthy development. Dr. Cam shares practical tools parents can implement immediately — from handling screen time without making it the enemy, to phrases that de-escalate conflict and build emotional safety. This conversation is packed with wisdom to help you shift from control and fear to connection and confidence. Dr. Cam Caswell is a nationally recognized adolescent psychologist, parent coach, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and founder of the Parenting Teens Academy. With over 20 years of experience and a doctorate in developmental psychology, she has helped thousands of families navigate shutdowns, anxiety, attitude, and emotional blowups. As a single mom of a 20-year-old daughter, she brings both clinical expertise and personal insight — along with humor, heart, and zero judgment.

I've interviewed hundreds of experts and now lead Engagement Strategy (EU) at TOG. If you want help applying this, start here: professorgame.com/chat Can a leader truly be effective without ever presenting a single slide? Clark Aldrich returns to the show to dismantle the "expert-led" model of management and education. He introduces Socratic Cards: a physical tool designed to replace passive consumption with active, high-stakes inquiry. By shifting the responsibility of learning from the teacher to the learner, Clark explains how organizations can transition from "easily replaceable employees" to "heroic tribes" that thrive on peer mentorship and meaningful challenges. Clark Aldrich is a past guest (episode 94 and 127) and is the award-winning creator/author/founder of Short Sims, Unschooling Rules, The Complete Guide to Simulations and Serious Games, and Gartner's eLearning coverage. Aldrich's sims and games have been covered extensively, including by The New York Times, ABC, CBS, NPR, ESPN, and CNN. Rob Alvarez is Head of Engagement Strategy, Europe at The Octalysis Group (TOG), a leading gamification and behavioral design consultancy. A globally recognized gamification strategist and TEDx speaker, he founded and hosts Professor Game, the #1 gamification podcast, and has interviewed hundreds of global experts. He designs evidence-based engagement systems that drive motivation, loyalty, and results, and teaches LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® and gamification at top institutions including IE Business School, EFMD, and EBS University across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.   Guest Links and Info Website: socraticcards.com LinkedIn: Clark Aldrich   Lets's do stuff together! Let's chat about your gamification project YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Start Your Community on Skool for Free Ask a question

What's the difference between a presentation people forget in five minutes… and a talk that quietly reshapes how someone thinks, decides, and acts for months afterward?It's not more information and it's not prettier slides (although pretty slides are nice!).This episode is the audio from our Back Stage with Speaking Your Brand live show, where you'll experience two powerful examples of what happens when purposeful storytelling meets clear, actionable frameworks - the core of every transformational signature talk.Erin Mark and Deborah Stine, recent graduates of our Thought Leader Academy, each delivered a 10-minute version of the keynote signature talks they created during their VIP Day with us and refined throughout the program. You'll hear:Two real signature talks delivered by our Thought Leader Academy graduatesThe difference between informational speaking and transformational speaking, especially important for keynotesHow your message can position you as a thought leaderWhat makes a talk memorable and actionableWhat they learned in the Thought Leader Academy and what's next for themLinks:Show notes at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/462/ Watch the video at https://youtube.com/live/TKkEHY0rRXwErin's website: https://erinmark.com/ Debbie's website: https://scitechpolicyacademy.com/ Discover your Speaker Archetype by taking our free quiz at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/quiz/Apply for our Thought Leader Academy: https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/academy/ Connect on LinkedIn:Carol Cox = https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolcoxErin Mark = https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinmark/ Deborah Stine = https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-stine/ Related Podcast Episodes:Episode 355: What a Signature Talk Is and What It Should be Doing for You

Send a textDr. Dan Pardi is the Chief Health Officer at Qualia Life Sciences, where he leads health education, protocol design, and health-improvement strategies. His work centers on translating cutting-edge science into actionable information and programs that support health span optimization and peak performance. Previously, Dan founded humanOS.me, a digital health platform developed with over 100 health-science professors. Its podcast, humanOS Radio, became the official podcast of the Sleep Research Society and a content partner of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging.He also served as Chief Health Architect at Restore Hyper Wellness, where he led new product strategy and served as key authority for intervention sciences.Through Vivendi Health, Dan provides bespoke consulting to individuals and organizations facing unique health challenges. He holds a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from Leiden University and Stanford, and a Master's in Exercise Physiology from Florida State.He's spoken at TEDx and the Institute for Human Machine Cognition, among others.Find Dr. Pardi at-https://www.qualialife.com/Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Based on the final chapter of Prof Dr Ger Graus's book Through a Different Lens: Lessons from a Life in Education (Routledge), this conversation asks the most honest question of the entire series: So what?Ger examines what 40-plus years of educational work has truly changed — and what it hasn't.At the heart of the episode is a sobering reckoning: Wythenshawe, the deprived area of Manchester where Ger dedicated much of his career, remains in the bottom 25% of England's most disadvantaged communities — just as it was in 1999. Yet rather than despair, Ger finds meaning in the individual lives transformed, the schools that finally began collaborating, and the quiet but lasting legacy of the Education Action Zone that brought 29 schools together for the first time.Joining the conversation are educators, researchers, and colleagues who offer their own reflections on the book's significance — including insights from OECD Education Director Andreas Schleicher's afterword, and a passionate endorsement from Russian education researcher Dr. Sergey Kosaretsky.Key QuotesGer Graus on systemic change:"Certain dials are too big to shift by one person or by one small organisation. It's a concerted effort — and in order to see the big picture, all pieces of the jigsaw need to fall into place."Ger Graus on political impatience:"It's taken you since the 1944 Education Act to keep getting it wrong. Whatever made you think that in five years we would solve all your problems?"Andreas Schleicher (OECD), quoted from the book's Afterword:"The task is not to make the impossible possible, but to make the possible attainable."Dr. Sergey Kosaretsky on the book's message:"Education is not only schools. Education is not only universities. Education is a lot of things that children do every day — with their friends, their parents, with themselves."Mark Sylvester on Ger's philosophy:"One of the things he would say is that he wants to teach children, but also to teach humans how to learn."Key Takeaways1. Structural poverty is stubborn — but individual impact still matters. Despite decades of effort, the communities Ger worked in remain among England's most deprived. He doesn't shy away from this, but argues that transforming individual lives — like the girl from Wythenshawe who played Juliet in Italy and re-engaged with school entirely — is proof that the work was never wasted.2. Change in education takes generational patience. Politicians want results in five-year cycles. Ger argues that meaningful educational reform operates on a far longer timeline, and that unrealistic expectations are one of the biggest barriers to real progress.3. Lived and informal experience is education too. Multiple contributors highlight that education extends well beyond school walls — into homes, exchanges, community experiences, and play. Ger's career has been defined by championing this broader definition.4. The book is a call to action, not just a memoir. Colleagues urge policymakers — especially those working on England's forthcoming schools white paper — to read Through a Different Lens and draw from its hard-won lessons. It's described as "a textbook for all teachers, educators, and parents."5. Asking "so what?" is an act of courage, not defeat. Ger's willingness to interrogate his own legacy — particularly in the shadow of a cancer diagnosis — models the kind of honest, reflective leadership that education urgently needs.Chapters:00:07 - Introduction to the Series02:54 - Reflecting on Impact and Change10:41 - Reflections on Education and Poverty15:40 - The Importance of Lived Experience in Education19:42 - The Importance of Education Beyond Schools24:27 - The Role of New Leaders in Educationhttps://www.gergraus.comGet the book – Through a Different Lens: Lessons from a Life in Education

Dr. Jen Fry's favorite mistake is a disagreement with her best friend of over ten years -- a small miscommunication that led to eight months of silence. Neither of them knew how to reconcile it. Then Jen's mother passed away, and her friend sent a card. That single act of reaching out changed how Jen thinks about conflict, reconciliation, and the kind of people worth keeping in her life. Episode page with transcript, links, and more  Jen is a sports geographer, tech founder, TEDx speaker, and author of I Said No: A No-Nonsense Guide to Setting Boundaries, Speaking Up, and Having a Backbone Without Being a Jerk. In this conversation, she draws on her background as a college volleyball coach, tech founder, and conflict expert to break down what leaders and teams get wrong about conflict, feedback, and boundaries. We dig into why niceness gets weaponized to keep people quiet, why kindness requires accountability, and why people pleasing quietly ruins reputations and results. Jen explains why conflict-avoidant bosses create conflict-avoidant cultures, why anonymous feedback does more harm than good, and the critical difference between being defensive and defending yourself. She also shares what she saw on a high school volleyball video that she wishes she could burn -- and what it taught her about being a better teammate and leader.

Happy Mindful Monday Everyone! We've been sold a lie that a packed calendar is a badge of honor. But what if your "hustle" is actually the very thing standing in the way of your highest performance? In this episode, Allie sits down with Peggy Sullivan, a self-described "business addict in recovery" who has turned the corporate world on its head. Peggy's TEDx talk has reached millions, and her bestselling book, Beyond Busyness, has become the manual for organizations and individuals who are tired of the grind and ready for the purpose. Together, Allie and Peggy deconstruct the "Busy Busting" framework, a system trusted by giants like Google, Bank of America, and Johns Hopkins. They discuss how to reclaim your time, move from frantic "doing" to intentional "being," and why the most productive thing you can do for your career is to finally stop sacrificing your well-being on the altar of a to-do list. In this epsiode they discuss: The Anatomy of Time Poverty: Defining what "time poverty" actually is and how it silently manifests in our daily routines and organizational cultures. The Hamster Wheel Report: Insights and alarming statistics from the Workplace Busyness Report, including why 78% of professionals feel trapped in a cycle of motion without progress. The Silent Addiction: Exploring the psychology behind why busyness is addictive and why individuals and companies struggle to break free from the "Hustle High." The Busy Busting Process: An introductory deep dive into Peggy's signature framework and the core components required to reclaim your schedule. The Busy Barometer: How to use this diagnostic tool to identify, measure, and ultimately eliminate the low-value activities draining your team's energy. The Strategy of Subtraction: Practical methods for eliminating low-value transactions and creating "white space" in a crowded calendar. Mojo Making: Science-backed techniques for igniting deep focus, true productivity, and authentic employee engagement. Values Vibing: Leveraging your core values as a non-negotiable filter for decision-making to combat time poverty at the root. How To Connect w| Peggy Website Instagram MILLENIAL LIFE COACHES TECH & EMPOWERMENT SUMMITMarch 17-19FREE REGISTRATION HEREFormat: Live on Zoom + replay availableCost: FREEHost: Millennial Life CoachesAudience: Coaches at all stages (life, business, wellness, leadership, empowerment)Focus: Tech, AI, systems, empowerment, confidence, sustainable coaching businesses The Growth METHOD. FREE Membership◦ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 1:1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GROWTH MINDSET COACHING PROGRAMS!◦ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Application Form ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ What are the coaching sessions like?⁠⁠• Tailored weekly discussion questions and activities to spark introspection and self-discovery.• Guided reflections to help you delve deeper into your thoughts and feelings.• Thoughtfully facilitated sessions to provide maximum support, accountability, and growth.• Please apply for a FREE discovery call with me!• Allie's Socials• Instagram:@thegrowthmindsetgal• TikTok: @growthmindsetgal• Email: thegrowthmindsetgal@gmail.comLinks from the episode• Growth Mindset Gang ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Broadcast Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Growth Mindset Gang ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Growth Mindset Gal ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Better Help Link: Save 10%SubstackDonate to GLOWIGloci 10% off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How does experiential learning prepare college students for real-world careers? At Texas State, journalism students don't just study reporting — they do it. They cover major news events and interview real people.  Students report on impactful stories like the aftermath of the school shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde and the 2025 deadly Central Texas flooding.   In this episode of Stories of Change and Creativity, Judy Oskam talks with Dino Chiecchi, associate professor of practice at Texas State University.  He's a veteran journalist with more than 30 years of newsroom experience. During our conversation, we explore how classroom instruction meets professional practice.  We talk about why mentorship and real-world experience matter in higher education.What You'll Learn• Why experiential learning helps students build professional skills • How expert faculty elevate classroom learning • The importance of mentoring in developing confidence and resilience • How students can publish meaningful work before they graduate • Why telling the stories about real people mattersThe articles written by Texas State University students were published in the Austin American Statesman and the Texas Standard.  Check out the SJMC website for more information.  You can learn more about Professor Chiecchi's book here: Josue: A Young Man's Life Lost to Suicide.  Did you enjoy this episode? send me a text! Stories that Spark Change and CreativityJoin me for conversations with students, artists, professors, entrepreneurs, writers and everyday change makers. You can listen to Stories of Change and Creativity on all major platforms. Do you have an idea for a guest interview? Please let me know. Check out my TEDx talk. Why you should take action - then figure it out. #change #creativity #personalgrowth #creativemindset

In this episode of In the Zone, Construction Executives Live, we explore Janice Burt's powerful idea of taking on one fear per year as a simple but life-changing growth strategy. Inspired by her TEDx talk and personal journey, Janice shares how facing fear builds confidence, resilience, and stronger leadership. A practical and motivating conversation for executives ready to step outside their comfort zone and grow — personally and professionally.In The Zonehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/in-the-zone/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/episode-49-one-fear-per-year-a-personal-growth-hack-that-changes-everything-with-janice-burt

Are today's young adults really that different from previous generations? In this fascinating episode, Andy Lopata sits down with Alexis Redding, who shares the incredible story of a Harvard study where she unearthed a lost trove of college student interviews from the 1970s and tracked down the participants 50 years later to play back their tapes. Through this unique "time capsule" research—and by replicating the study with the college classes of 2025 and 2026—Alexis reveals the surprising connective tissue across generations. Andy and Alexis look closely into the myth of generational differences and the impact of "micro-mentoring" and "mirror mentoring" in both academia and the workplace. Alexis Redding is a developmental psychologist, faculty co-chair of higher education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and a leading expert on young adults navigating college and career. She is the co-author of The End of Adolescence: The Lost Art of Delaying Adulthood and the author of the upcoming book, Mental Health in College: What Research Tells Us About Supporting Students. Alexis's work has been featured in The Atlantic, The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, and Teen Vogue, and she recently delivered a TEDx talk on her groundbreaking research. What We Discussed: The 50-Year Time Capsule: What happened when 70-somethings listened to audio recordings of themselves at 20 years old—and how we often forget the raw emotions and insecurities of our own youth. Generational Continuity: Why college students from the 1970s and the post-COVID Class of 2025 share surprisingly identical fears, hopes, and emotional experiences. Deconstructing the Mental Health Crisis: How modern young adults are using clinical language to describe normal, developmentally appropriate struggles (like loneliness and career uncertainty), and how mentors can tell the difference between typical growing pains and the need for clinical intervention. The Nuance of Social Media: Moving past the "black and white" narrative to understand how social media both harms and uniquely supports today's youth. The Power of Micro-Mentorship: Why transformational mentoring doesn't always require a long-term, formal relationship. Sometimes, it's a focused 15-to-20-minute conversation where someone truly sees you. Mirror Mentors: The vital role that peers, roommates, and close friends play in reflecting our blind spots and guiding our career trajectories. Building Mentorship into Organisational DNA: Why algorithmic, forced corporate mentoring programs often fail, and how to organically weave everyday mentoring into a culture of workplace belonging and psychological safety. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Book: The End of Adolescence: The Lost Art of Delaying Adulthood by Nancy Hill and Alexis Redding Upcoming Book: Mental Health in College: What Research Tells Us About Supporting Students by Alexis Redding TEDx Talk: Why we keep telling young adults the wrong stories The Grant Study: The longitudinal Harvard study currently led by Robert Waldinger. Dr. Emily Weinstein: Co-director for the Centre for Digital Thriving at Harvard  Dorie Clark: Alexis's co-author on the topic of Micro-Mentoring. Reach Out Connect with Andy Lopata: Website | Instagram | LinkedIn | X/Twitter | YouTube Connect with Alexis Redding: Website |Instagram |LinkedIn The Financial Times Guide to Mentoring

Lindsey Roy opens up about navigating life-threatening health challenges, including a double lung transplant, and the lessons she learned along the way. She explores the intersection of traditional and alternative medicine, the power of listening to her body, and trusting her inner guidance. Through faith, community support, and a focus on gratitude, Lindsey shares how she became her own advocate and transformed her approach to wellbeing, offering inspiration for anyone facing challenges and seeking balance in life.  Key Takeaways:   Navigating life-altering health challenges requires trusting your own instincts and advocating for yourself.  Combining traditional medicine with alternative therapies can provide a more holistic approach to healing.  Listening closely to your body helps identify what supports your wellbeing and what does not.  Leaning on friends, family, and community creates a strong support system during difficult times.  Faith, gratitude, and moments of stillness can guide important decisions and foster resilience.  About Lindsey Roy:  Lindsey Roy has twice needed surgery to save her life. The first, a leg amputation after a traumatic boating accident and the second a double lung transplant after being diagnosed with a rare and progressive disease which constricted the blood vessels in her lungs. These experiences, coupled with her natural gifts for speaking and writing, have created a passion in Lindsey to tell her story in the hopes of helping others tackle whatever obstacles life throws at them. She did a TEDx talk in 2017 titled "What Trauma Taught Me About Happiness" which has been viewed by nearly 200,000 people. Her story has been featured in major publications, such as O Magazine, Fast Company, Forbes, and Working Mother.  Lindsey's perspective is also honed by her roles as a corporate executive, mother, and wife. She is Senior VP Strategy & Brand at Hallmark, where she is leading various initiatives and groups—many of which draw from the lessons shared in The Gift of Perspective. She has a degree in Journalism & Advertising with a minor in Speech from Kansas State University and serves on many charitable boards, including Ability KC, Steps of Faith, and the Ad Council. Her greatest joy in life is spending time with her family—her husband Aaron and children, Mitchell and Morgan.  Connect with Lindsey Roy at:  https://www.instagram.com/lindseyroy26/?hl=en  https://lindseyroy.com/   https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Perspective-Wisdom-Gained-Losing/dp/1773271865/ref   Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

In this powerful new episode of *Set Lusting Bruce*, host Jesse Jackson welcomes back author **Ann Abel**, whose memoir *High Hopes* Jesse calls one of his favorite reads of 2025. Abel—who discovered Bruce Springsteen at age 59—shares the extraordinary story behind her book: how a lifetime of severe depression, the loss of her teaching career, and a desperate need for structure pushed her to book a solo trip to Australia for **eight Springsteen shows across five cities in 26 days**. What began as an escape from “the abyss” became a journey of fear, resilience, connection, and unexpected joy. https://anneabelauthor.com/high-hopes/ Ann recounts: - **Battling self‑doubt and loneliness** while navigating a foreign country alone - A terrifying night stranded after the Hunter Valley show when her driver vanished and her flip phone died - Quiet, intimate moments of being “invisible” in hotel lobbies near E Street Band members - Meeting Bruce's longtime manager **Barbara Carr**, the conversations that followed, and the fundraiser where Ann won a silent auction to **co‑host SiriusXM's E Street Radio with Dave Marsh** - The months of intense rock‑history study she undertook to prepare—and the unforgettable on‑air moment when she corrected a punk‑rock attribution - How storytelling open mics and winning a **Moth StorySLAM** helped her break through writer's block and finally write *High Hopes* - Seeing the Springsteen movie and feeling deeply validated hearing Bruce speak openly about struggle - The concert moments that changed her life, including “Dream Baby Dream” and Bruce's reminder that “It's all right to have a good time” Ann also talks about her recent **TEDx talk**, her unexpected rise as a late‑in‑life social‑media creator with **750,000 followers and multiple viral videos**, her upcoming travels, and the joy of becoming a grandparent. She closes by sharing where listeners can follow her work online. This is an episode about music, survival, reinvention, and the way Bruce Springsteen's art can crack open a life at any age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Barb Stone is a leadership development coach, trainer, bestselling author, and TEDx speaker who dives deep into the journey of self-discovery, tackling the themes of Betrayal, Identity, Trust, Change, and Healing, the five pillars that spell out B.I.T.C.H., and form the backbone of our Year of the BITCH series. Barb discusses the raw realities of perfectionism, the courage it takes to shed old identities, and the healing power of standing up for yourself, even when that means embracing the word “Bitch” as a badge of empowerment, rather than a slur. Barb shares compelling stories from her own life, including living with alopecia, and experiences from the women she coaches, exploring the challenges and triumphs of personal transformation. Whether you're facing a pivotal moment, craving change, or seeking clarity on your journey, this conversation is packed with wisdom, relatability, and inspiration to ignite your next chapter.

With us today is our honored guest, Natalie Pickering. Natalie is a board-certified coach, organizational psychologist, TEDx speaker, and author of Leading Becomes You: A Real-World Framework for Leading from the Inside Out. She works in leadership development and has helped executives and leaders navigate transitions, crises, and reinventions.

In this episode of Live Greatly: 2 Minutes of Motivation, Kristel Bauer shares a powerful mindset shift to help you navigate change more effectively at work. Change is inevitable, but it's also something many professionals naturally resist. Our brains are wired for predictability, and when routines are disrupted, it can trigger stress, uncertainty, and overwhelm. The good news? With the right perspective, change doesn't have to feel so overwhelming. In this episode, Kristel shares insights grounded in research on adaptability and performance to help make workplace change more manageable. You'll learn how a simple mental shift can help reduce resistance, build resilience, and support sustainable high performance during times of transition. Hosted by Kristel Bauer, keynote speaker, author, and performance expert. Book Kristel for Your Event or Team Bring these strategies to your organization:

Simon Severino is the founder of Strategy Sprints and a global business advisor who has generated over $2 billion in additional sales for his clients. A former strategy consultant working with S&P 500 boardrooms, Simon now helps high-ticket entrepreneurs reclaim 14+ hours per week using his Strategy Sprints method. He's a bestselling author, top-ranked podcast host, TEDx speaker, Forbes contributor, triathlete—and co-author of Time Freedom with legendary marketer Jay Abraham. Simon blends deep philosophical thinking with practical execution, helping founders build multiple money systems while designing a life they actually want to live. On this episode we talk about: Why working on the business—not just in it—is the key to real scalability What “agile” really means for entrepreneurs and how to pivot quickly in changing markets The difference between making money and keeping money—and why both require different skill sets The 12 money systems you can build to create diversified, resilient income Designing your ideal day and building wealth around the life you want Top 3 Takeaways Agility equals speed of decision-making. The faster you can adapt your offers, pricing, and positioning, the more resilient your business becomes. Income diversification builds freedom. Running 5–7 “money systems” at once (consulting, cohorts, licensing, royalties, newsletters, investing, etc.) creates stability and leverage. Start with lifestyle design. Define how you want your ideal day to look—then build systems and assets that fund that life automatically. Notable Quotes "Give me the biggest problem and a team of the smartest people we can find—I'm happy." "It's a very different skill to learn how to make money than it is to keep money." "I start with how I want to experience a day—then I build money systems around it." Connect with Simon Severino: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonseverino/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/simonseverino Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonseverino/ Other: Website: https://www.strategysprints.com/ Book: Strategy Sprints New Book: Time Freedom (co-authored with Jay Abraham)  Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.  Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.  Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This conversation with Jackie Woodside feels like settling into a deep breath with someone who has lived many lives and still chooses joy, intention, and a higher vibration every day. Jackie returns to share the heart behind her two upcoming films, Your Money Vibes and The Frequency of Miracles, inviting you to step into your own adventure with more faith and courage.Jackie is a USA Today and five-time international Amazon bestselling author, TEDx speaker, coach, and founder of the Conscious Living Summit. Beyond her accomplishments, it's her energy that leaves a mark. She talks about meeting the director who encouraged her to bring Money Vibe to the screen, the unexpected challenges of making a film, and the moments when faith had to be louder than fear. We explore basketball, racquetball, flow states, teamwork, and what it means to stay dialed into your body and purpose. Jackie reminds us that life is a team sport and that our vibrational pattern touches everyone around us.Takeaways:Your inner vibration shapes every part of your lifeFaith can open doors that fear tries to close Collaboration creates synergy none of us can build alone Your consciousness helps shape an evolving humanityDiscover more about Jackie's upcoming films:Frequency of MiraclesYour Money VibesConnect with Jackie and explore her work:WebsitePodcastFacebookInstagramLinkedInYouTubeI've also launched a new podcast called Year Of The Horse Adventure Coach. You can listen here: Apple Podcasts SpSend a text Support the show✨ Join My TEDx Spokane Journey! Get early updates, BTS moments, and reflections as I prep for TEDx Spokane.