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Nikki Weihenmayer, a creator of Craft with Bespoke, talks about their DIY workshops, every changing home decor and how to decorate but not clutter our homes. Her Story is hosted by Kathy Romano and airs Sunday mornings on 95.7 BEN-FM. 

In college, podcast host Dustin Odham read Rick Warren's A Purpose Driven Life. He's been living by a mission statement he created ever since – “to make a positive and lasting impact on every person I meet, every single day,” said Odham. He intentionally chose to create a mission statement that was not job-specific but would apply to all aspects of his life on a daily basis. The choices in Odham's life, from marrying his wife to working at FranklinCovey, have been guided by his mission.“FranklinCovey is all about an inside-out approach. First, a mirror to each individual. How do I get better? Then how can we collectively identify each other's genius and greatness,” said Odham. The focus is on the people, empowering the leaders and teachers so that they can model the care they get. Starting the podcast for FranklinCovey, Odham was hesitant to take the lead as host but he has grown into the role and has learned a great deal from the various guests over the last season. In reviewing the past interviews, Odham recalls specific lessons that he now applies to work and life. He finds inspiration from leaders like Adolf Doc Brown, who " loves every minute of life and ignites joy in others,” said Odham. Each day Brown tries to connect with people. “He is genuinely trying to be good medicine. It's something I remind myself of often,” said Odham. After talking to Erik Weihenmayer, Odham faces challenges differently. Challenges that Odham used to avoid or go around he faces. He knows that one small step at a time leads to significant accomplishments. Weihenmayer was the first blind person to reach the summit of Everest. His no barriers mindset inspires Odham. “I love his thinking on embracing challenges,” said Odham. “What's within you is stronger than what is in your way.”Don't miss an episode of the next season of Change Starts Here for more inspiration.

In college, podcast host Dustin Odham read Rick Warren's A Purpose Driven Life. He's been living by a mission statement he created ever since – “to make a positive and lasting impact on every person I meet, every single day,” said Odham. He intentionally chose to create a mission statement that was not job-specific but would apply to all aspects of his life on a daily basis. The choices in Odham's life, from marrying his wife to working at FranklinCovey, have been guided by his mission.“FranklinCovey is all about an inside-out approach. First, a mirror to each individual. How do I get better? Then how can we collectively identify each other's genius and greatness,” said Odham. The focus is on the people, empowering the leaders and teachers so that they can model the care they get. Starting the podcast for FranklinCovey, Odham was hesitant to take the lead as host but he has grown into the role and has learned a great deal from the various guests over the last season. In reviewing the past interviews, Odham recalls specific lessons that he now applies to work and life. He finds inspiration from leaders like Adolf Doc Brown, who " loves every minute of life and ignites joy in others,” said Odham. Each day Brown tries to connect with people. “He is genuinely trying to be good medicine. It's something I remind myself of often,” said Odham. After talking to Erik Weihenmayer, Odham faces challenges differently. Challenges that Odham used to avoid or go around he faces. He knows that one small step at a time leads to significant accomplishments. Weihenmayer was the first blind person to reach the summit of Everest. His no barriers mindset inspires Odham. “I love his thinking on embracing challenges,” said Odham. “What's within you is stronger than what is in your way.”Don't miss an episode of the next season of Change Starts Here for more inspiration.

“We help people break through barriers in their lives and tap into the human spirit,” Weihenmayer said, “and figuring out ways to reclaim their lives and elevating the world.”As an educator, Erik Weihenmayer is focused on the “No Barriers” mindset, which focuses on believing that what's within you is stronger than what's in your way. As a blind person, he gets a lot of physical satisfaction from going into remote places and navigating them with his other senses.“Like going to a top of a mountain and being able to use what blind people call ‘echolocation,'” Weihenmayer said, “which is listening for a sound, sound vibrations moving through space, bouncing off objects giving you information.” Weihenmayer wasn't born blind, and total blindness happened around the start of high school. He always had impaired vision, but he still could do everyday things like riding a bike. The change came gradually, but he felt like a prisoner in his mind for a while afterward. “I remember sitting in the cafeteria listening to all the excitement passing me by,” he said.

“We help people break through barriers in their lives and tap into the human spirit,” Weihenmayer said, “and figuring out ways to reclaim their lives and elevating the world.”As an educator, Erik Weihenmayer is focused on the “No Barriers” mindset, which focuses on believing that what's within you is stronger than what's in your way. As a blind person, he gets a lot of physical satisfaction from going into remote places and navigating them with his other senses.“Like going to a top of a mountain and being able to use what blind people call ‘echolocation,'” Weihenmayer said, “which is listening for a sound, sound vibrations moving through space, bouncing off objects giving you information.” Weihenmayer wasn't born blind, and total blindness happened around the start of high school. He always had impaired vision, but he still could do everyday things like riding a bike. The change came gradually, but he felt like a prisoner in his mind for a while afterward. “I remember sitting in the cafeteria listening to all the excitement passing me by,” he said.

53. Kyle Coon - Accessible Voices “There's always a path forward. There's never a wall that you come to and it's just impossible to get through. If you can't go straight through, the obstacle or barrier in your way, then there's a way around it, or maybe, you just have to climb up and over it."    Guest Info: Kyle Coon lost his sight at the age of six  after a battle with Retinoblastoma—cancer of the eye. However, not having sight has not stopped him from pursuing vision. Since then he has become a competitive rock climber, downhill skier, runner and triathlete. As a young child, Kyle was shown how to embrace his adversity by world-class blind athlete Erik Weihenmayer who encouraged him to live life to the fullest. Kyle took Weihenmayer's advice to heart and began pursuing a life of adventure. In 2006, he hiked the Ankascocha Trail into Machu Picchu. In 2007, he summited Mt. Kilimanjaro at the age of 15. After graduating from the University of Central Florida with a degree in Communication, he became an endurance athlete competing in numerous marathons and triathlons. In 2018, he was a member of the first team of tandem cyclists with all blind or visually impaired stokers (person on the back of a tandem bike) to complete Race Across America—the world's toughest bicycle race—racing from Oceanside, Calif to Annapolis, Md in seven days 15 hours. Later in 2018, at Ironman Arizona, Kyle became the first totally blind person to complete an Ironman branded Triathlon (2.4 mi swim, 112 mi bike, 26.2 mi run) in under 11 hours. He continues to push himself physically and mentally as he now pursues his goal of representing the USA at the 2020 Paralympics in the sport of Triathlon. As a young man, Kyle has spoken to major organizations about his adversity and triumphs including various Rotary Clubs in Florida and Taiwan, the International Association of Refrigerated Warehousing, and The American Cancer Society. He has been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show and in Backpacker and Triathlete magazines. Losing sight has only served as a base for Kyle's ability to master his ambitions despite his inability to see them. Inspiring those with similar challenges and sharing a few laughs along the way has become his trademark. Drawing upon his experiences as a totally blind person and adventure athlete, he demonstrates the importance of vision, commitment and courage to pursuing an “Eyeronvision” and embracing the adversity along our life's journey. While he wasn't the first blind person to climb a mountain, run a marathon or compete in a triathlon, his goal is to be one of the best and ensure he isn't the last.   Favorite Quote: "Make good choices." — Ann Marie Coon "It's our attitude that allows us to learn from mistakes and that in turn enables one to be great beyond imagination." — Steve Coon R.O.G. Takeaway Tips: Accomplishing can feel like a "false summit". Achieve your goal. Enjoy the view. Set your sights on the next one to stay motivated. We all can have vision that isn't quantified by sight. Honor your vision. Embrace it. Be relentless in pursuit of your vision. Prioritize and give your best energy to the actions that lead you toward the realization of it. Make good choices. Make good choices. What are you willing to stop doing? What are will you start doing? What will you continue doing?  Resources: KyleCoon.com Kyle on Facebook (KyleCoonSpeaks) Kyle on Twitter (@Kyle_Coon) Kyle on Instagram (@EyeronKyle) "Discovering a Life Without Limits" by Kyle Coon Team USA - Kyle Coon NoBarriersUSA.org JAN - Job Accommodation Network NoBarriersUSA.org Kyle's profile on TeamUSA.org Kyle's Interview in Trail Runner Magazine Kyle on USA Today - "Athletes with visual impairments, blindness bike across America to inspire others" Orlando Sentinel - "Blind triathlete from Orlando prepares for first Ironman" Kyle's Interview with Orlando Sentinel Central Florida's News13's - "Blind climber inspires others to overcome obstacles" ABC Nightline's story on "Global Explorer's Leading the Way Program" ABC World News' "Person of the Week - Erik Weihenmayer" (leader of Kyle's first international hiking trip) Denver's 9 News - "Blind Colorado athlete sets Ironman record" Credits: Kyle Coon, Sheep Jam Productions, Host Shannon Cassidy

Kyle shares his views on creativity, problem solving, and finding a way. Instead of focusing on what you don't have, focus on what you do have. His message that we always have a choice and we are not helpless is empowering for us all. Join us as we gain real world tips on navigating your way through adversity in life. About Kyle Kyle Coon lost his sight at the age of six after a battle with Retinoblastoma—cancer of the eye. However, not having sight has not stopped him from pursuing vision. Since then he has become a competitive rock climber, downhill skier, runner and triathlete. As a young child, Kyle was shown how to embrace his adversity by world-class blind athlete Erik Weihenmayer who encouraged him to live life to the fullest. Kyle took Weihenmayer's advice to heart and began pursuing a life of adventure. In 2006, he hiked the Ankascocha Trail into Machu Picchu. In 2007, he summited Mt. Kilimanjaro at the age of 15. After graduating from the University of Central Florida with a degree in Communication, he became an endurance athlete competing in numerous marathons and triathlons. In 2018, he was a member of the first team of tandem cyclists with all blind or visually impaired stokers (person on the back of a tandem bike) to complete Race Across America—the world's toughest bicycle race—racing from Oceanside, Calif to Annapolis, Md in seven days 15 hours. Later in 2018, at Ironman Arizona, Kyle became the first totally blind person to complete an Ironman branded Triathlon (2.4 mi swim, 112 mi bike, 26.2 mi run) in under 11 hours. He continues to push himself physically and mentally as he now pursues his goal of representing the USA at the 2020 Paralympics in the sport of Triathlon. As a young man, Kyle has spoken to major organizations about his adversity and triumphs including various Rotary Clubs in Florida and Taiwan, the International Association of Refrigerated Warehousing, and The American Cancer Society. He has been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show and in Backpacker and Triathlete magazines. Losing sight has only served as a base for Kyle's ability to master his ambitions despite his inability to see them. Inspiring those with similar challenges and sharing a few laughs along the way has become his trademark. Drawing upon his experiences as a totally blind person and adventure athlete, he demonstrates the importance of vision, commitment and courage to pursuing an “Eyeronvision” and embracing the adversity along our life's journey. While he wasn't the first blind person to climb a mountain, run a marathon or compete in a triathlon, his goal is to be one of the best and ensure he isn't the last. Contact Kyle If you'd like to have Kyle speak to your organization, ask him a question, or otherwise collaborate with him. You can find him at following social media sites. http://www.kylecoon.com/ http://www.facebook.com/kylecoonspeaks http://www.twitter.com/kyle_coon http://www.instagram.com/eyeronkyle

Eduardo Garcia is a professional Chef who owns retail food brand Montana Mex, a Mexican inspired line of Organic, NON-GMO condiment sauces, seasonings, and Avocado oil. He is known as the "bionic chef" because he cooks with a prosthetic left arm, the result of an accident while hunting in 2011. His story is the subject of the feature-length documentary Charged. Eduardo is an avid outdoorsman, fisherman, hunter, triathlete, and motivational speaker.After becoming the first blind climber to summit Mt. Everest, Erik Weihenmayer turned his focus to an entirely different kind of challenge: He learned to kayak and decided to attempt to paddle the length of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. It was the next chapter in Weihenmayer’s quest for presence, independence, and self-agency — things hard to achieve without sight. As The Weight of Water chronicles, the trip was much more than an adventure athlete notching another accomplishment in his belt. Weihenmayer joins a team of guides and new friends — including fellow blind kayaker Lonnie Bedwell, an absolute inspiration in his own right — on an emotionally weighted journey down one of America’s most iconic canyons. As they paddle, they confront loss, fear, and anxiety. They exemplify what people can achieve — and overcome — through selflessness, teamwork, and courage. And they let the river unlock its priceless lessons. The result is a triumph.Together, Erik and Eduardo discuss their adversities and what they have learned along the way.Resources:Read more about Eduardo and pick up some Montana Mex goodsWatch Charged on Amazon, iTunes, or VimeoWatch Weight of Water on Amazon Prime or iTunes Read Jeff Evan’s book: Climbing Through Storms

One of the world’s most inspiring humans, Erik Weihenmayer, is back on the Dream Big Podcast.  Erik lost his vision by the age of 13, but he resisted the idea that blindness would sweep him to the sidelines of life.  He’s the first blind person to reach the summit of Mt. Everest, the world’s tallest peak.   He also kayaked the entire 277-miles of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon -- among many other feats.  We’ve heard from a lot of Big Dreamers in our audience who continue to struggle with this pandemic, which is becoming more of a concern right now as cases are surging here in the United States and across the globe.  I know a lot of kids (and adults) are scared right now, so I decided to reach out to Erik and ask him to share his thoughts on how to stay calm and how to avoid unnecessary panic during these difficult times.  Climbing to the peak of Mt Everest and solo kayaking the Grand Canyon both require you to be in peak physical condition, but more importantly require tremendous mental strength.  That fact that Erik accomplished these feats without eyesight is truly remarkable, and I can not think of anyone on the planet more qualified to answer a question about how to stay calm under pressure and push forward when the going gets tough.   Not surprisingly, Erik delivered a brilliant answer that we all need to hear right now.   Show notes at DreamBigPodcast.com/225

Erik Weihenmayer lost his vision by the age of 13, but he resisted the idea that blindness would sweep him to the sidelines of life.  He was the first blind person to summit Mt. Everest and has founded a movement inspiring people around the world to lead a “No Barriers Life.” For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/78

Erik Weihenmayer was shattered when at 14 a genetic illness left him totally blind. Soon, he connected with an organization that gave him new opportunities, like rock climbing. He recalls running his hand along his bedroom wall thinking, “Who would be crazy enough to take a blind kid rock climbing?” Today he helps thousands of people with challenges face adversity and live with no barriers. He is the author of several books, including “No Barriers.”

What’s within you is stronger than what’s in your way. – Mandarin mantra There’s a light that burns inside you - your human spirit, your soul - and when life knocks you down, and we’re talking so low that you’re just not sure whether you even want to come back up, that’s the light you must pull from. But how do you tap into that inner strength? Erik Weihenmayer, one of the most celebrated and accomplished athletes in the world, is here to share how you can turn everyday struggles into everyday greatness. Erik’s the first blind man to summit Mount Everest in 2001 and all seven summits afterward. In 2014 he and blind Navy veteran, Lonnie Bedwell kayaked the entire 277 miles of the Grand Canyon, one of the most formidable whitewater venues in the world. Erik thrives on new adventures, focusing on empowering people traditionally swept to the sidelines of life. He went on to fund No Barriers, an organization that helps people with challenges tap into the human spirit, break through barriers, and contribute to the world. To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of his Everest ascent, Erik and his team funded a new No Barriers program, No Barriers Warriors, using teamwork and a mountain as a transformative force to help veterans reclaim their lives after devastating injuries. Erik’s the bestselling author of Touch the Top of the World, The Adversity Advantage, and his newest book No Barriers that’s a dive into the heart and mind at the core of the turbulent human experience. Learn to embrace the obstacles ahead of you and take the treacherous ascent towards growth and rebirth. Key takeaways: Your brick wall. At any given moment we’re each struggling through something - whether it be a financial, emotional, or health issue. It’s our “brick wall,” and we’re searching for ways to get around it, over it, or even through it. Fierce optimism is one of the main tricks to getting past the challenge and the other is…[05:26].  Your hero’s journey. When we admire others, especially those that triumph those physical disabilities like Erik himself, their accomplishments seem like something you see in movies. They’re heroic, selfless, and inspiring. But what’s the REAL story behind it all? The ONE point Erik wants you to take away from your heroes…[16:25]. Your elevation. You’ve climbed your Everest (metaphorically-speaking of course) but you’ve surpassed your peak and you’re comforted thinking, “yes, I’ve made it! THIS is the best thing I’ve ever do.” Or is it? The ultimate final step to completing your greatest accomplishment is…[20:02]. Your end of the rope. When climbing your brick wall it’s essential to have purpose and to reach the top feeling elevated and living a fulfilled life, but all too often many of us can get crushed along the way and stuck when we’re almost there. The ONE thing you need to know and equip yourself with on your upward journey…[23:49]. Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. You're never more than One Idea Away from a whole, new reality.

From blind teenager to the top of Everest, bottom of the Grand Canyon and cover of Time. As an eye disease began to rob Erik of his vision by the age of 13, he resisted the idea that blindness would sweep him to the sidelines of life. He established himself as a formidable wrestler in high school, representing his home state of Connecticut in the National Junior Freestyle Wrestling Championship in Iowa. Shortly after going blind, he received a newsletter in Braille about a group taking blind kids rock climbing. It wasn’t long before he was hooked. These early seeds of adventure eventually led him to hundreds of ascents around the world, including the Seven Summits- the highest peaks on each continent including the most formidable of them all— Mount Everest. As a blind adventurer who has climbed Mt. Everest and more recently kayaked the Grand Canyon, Erik understands better than most that barriers are real, not merely perceived, and that obstacles encountered can either stop us in our tracks, or we can figure out a way to harness them and propel ourselves to new places that we would never get to in any other way. As a speaker, he’s shared the stage with George Bush, Al Gore, Colin Powell, General Norman Schwarzkopf and Stephen Covey. He’s won an ESPY and has been on the cover of Time Magazine and featured on Oprah, 20/20 and many, many other media outlets. If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode-- as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode-- at JimHarshawJr.com/Action. Let's connect: Website | Facebook | Twitter About Your Host Jim Harshaw My name is Jim Harshaw. And I know where you’re at. You’re working hard and qualified for what you do but you aren’t getting what you want. You have plans on getting to the C-suite or launching a business but ultimate success seems as far away today as ever. You’re at the right place because you can get there from here.  And I can help.  Who I Am I’m a speaker, coach, and former Division I All-American wrestler that helps motivated former athletes reach their full potential by getting clarity on what they really want and taking aggressive action to lead their ideal life not just despite their prior failures but because of them. I’m a husband and father of four. And I’m a serial entrepreneur. I’ve launched multiple successful businesses as well as the obligatory failed one. I’ve been the executive director of a non-profit and have raised millions of dollars. I’ve worked in sales. I’ve even been a Division I head coach. While I was born in a blue-collar home I have spent my life surrounded by Olympians, CEO’s and millionaires. Jim Rohn said, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” I’ve been lucky. I’ve learned the habits of successful people and guess what. You’re just like them. I know because I know your type. You’re programmed for hard work, which is a prerequisite for success, but you’ve never been shown how to use what you know to create the life you want with the tools you have. I will show you how. Why You are Here You've worked hard to achieve greatness. You’ve set goals and maybe even set records. You’ve definitely failed and you’ve at some point found yourself questioning if you were on the right track. You need to understand this: You are far more prepared to succeed than those who’ve not tried, competed, struggled and overcome like you have. That’s the value of your education as someone who aims high. You are prepared to be as successful as your wildest dreams will allow. Here I will teach you, with the help of brilliant minds that have been shaped by failure, struggle, and adversity, to be who you want to be. I sense that you want this because you have read this far. To take the next step today, click here. FOLLOW JIM Website | Facebook | Twitter

Hi everyone, Will Niccolls here. In today’s show I thought I’d do something different now that I have a few more listeners and the show has grown a bit. I’ve dug into the back catalogues for one of my favorite interviews of the past few months. It’s with my old friend Rob Raker. Rob is an incredibly talented guy and a true inspiration. He’s been a rock climber and outdoor adventurer for fifty years and a professional filmmaker and documentarian for over 20.  We met on the rocks in Morrison Colorado many years ago and have renewed our friendship in the last year as he has traveled to the DC area to undergo treatment for an aggressive form of prostate cancer.   Rob is a man of many talents, rock climbing, filmmaking, kayaking, cycling, birding, photography. One of the many interesting things he’s done over the past years is work with Erik Erik Weihenmayer, the first blind climber to reach the summit of Everest. You’ll hear Rob talk about some of his adventures with Erik here. Now, I’m still pretty new to podcasting and listening back to this I wish I was a better interviewer and that I’d figured out some of the audio engineering tricks that I now know, but I went ahead and remastered the original track so that the sound may be a bit better, and Rob is such an interesting guy that I think the interview holds up ok despite my weaknesses. His candid discussion of his experience battling cancer is particularly important so I hope you enjoy this and I’ll be back with new shows in the next days. Meanwhile enjoy this and let me know your thoughts!