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When Rebecca Gray '94 arrived at her first duty station, she thought she was ready to lead — until a senior master sergeant told her to get a coffee cup and led her away from the safety of her desk. “You've got to know who people are, so that you know how to relate to them,” he told her. That simple moment became the foundation of her entire leadership journey.    SHARE THIS PODCAST LINKEDIN  |  FACEBOOK    REBECCA'S TOP 5 LEADERSHIP TAKEAWAYS 1. Lead With Authentic Connection Genuinely care about your team members as people, not just colleagues—know their stories, show real interest in their lives, and let authenticity drive your leadership style. This builds trust and drives engagement. 2.Adapt and Balance Across Life's Seasons Recognize that leadership and career paths aren't always linear. It's important to intentionally adapt your role and focus to meet the current stage of your life, whether that means prioritizing family, professional growth, or personal health. 3. Translate Core Values Across Environments Military leadership lessons—like accountability, communication, and team cohesion—are just as powerful in civilian life. Carry these values into new environments and roles, and tailor them to fit each unique context. 4. Empower Others Through Example Be a “working leader” by setting the pace and modeling the behaviors you want to see. Encourage your team's growth by giving responsibility, asking for input, and trusting them to rise to new challenges—even if it means letting them make mistakes. 5. Continuous Self-Development Fuels Leadership Commit to lifelong learning and personal development through regular habits—like reading, exercise, and reflection. Maintaining intellectual curiosity and a growth mindset not only strengthens your leadership but also inspires others to do the same.   CHAPTERS 0:00:04 – Introduction to the Podcast and Guest Rebecca Gray 0:00:29 – The Coffee Cup Lesson: Early Leadership and the Influence of Senior Master Sergeant Kennedy 0:01:48 – Authentic Connection: Lessons Carried From the Military to Corporate Leadership 0:03:32 – The Power of Authenticity and Understanding Team Members' Lives 0:04:49 – Translating Military Leadership Lessons to the Corporate World 0:07:58 – Creating Team Connection in Remote and Fast-Paced Environments 0:11:47 – Memorable Military Leadership Influences 0:13:24 – Balancing Military Service, Family, and Career Transitions 0:16:53 – Career as Seasons: Crafting Balance and Intentionality 0:19:19 – Navigating Critical Career Junctures and Embracing Change 0:22:18 – Building Confidence and Trusting Yourself 0:23:46 – Fostering Confidence and a ‘Go Mentality' on the Team 0:25:39 – Leading and Aligning Family and Professional Goals 0:27:28 – Practicing Continuous Learning and Personal Development 0:28:32 – Advice to Emerging Leaders: Value Well-Roundedness and Humility 0:29:43 – Reflections on Alumni, Family Connection, and Leadership Beyond the Academy 0:30:15 – Closing Thoughts on Leadership, Service, and Authentic Paths ABOUT REBECCA BIO Rebecca Gray ‘94, Boingo Wireless senior vice president and general manager, leads a division providing soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines connectivity wherever they go. Alongside her military service, she's held leadership roles at Fortune 200 companies in energy, media and telecommunications — including Southern Company and Comcast NBCUniversal — and has volunteered with multiple nonprofits. Her focus is on innovation that strengthens communities and keeps people connected. A three-time All-American springboard diver, Gray started her Air Force journey as a recruited athlete at the U.S. Air Force Academy. After graduation, she trained as a World Class Athlete and competed for Team USA at the 1995 World Games in Rome. She's served in key leadership roles across the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve, including deputy wing commander at the 111th Attack Wing in the Pennsylvania ANG, as well as director of staff for the Georgia ANG. She's also a graduate of the Secretary of Defense Fortune 500 Corporate Fellowship Program and earned her doctorate after studying around the globe in Israel, England, India and China. She and her husband — an Air Force Academy '93 grad — married at the Cadet Chapel in 1994. They have three daughters: Jasmine, a junior at Bates College; Grace, a sophomore at Centenary University; and Kennedy, a freshman at NJIT. Their Yorkie, Cookie, has become a seasoned traveler, having visited all but two states in the continental U.S.   CONNECT WITH REBECCA LINKEDIN BONIGO WIRELESS   CONNECT WITH THE LONG BLUE LINE PODCAST NETWORK TEAM Ted Robertson | Producer and Editor:  Ted.Robertson@USAFA.org Send your feedback or nominate a guest: socialmedia@usafa.org   Ryan Hall | Director:  Ryan.Hall@USAFA.org  Bryan Grossman | Copy Editor:  Bryan.Grossman@USAFA.org Wyatt Hornsby | Executive Producer:  Wyatt.Hornsby@USAFA.org      ALL PAST LBL EPISODES  |  ALL LBLPN PRODUCTIONS AVAILABLE ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS     FULL TRANSCRIPT OUR SPEAKERS Guest, Rebecca Gray '94  |  Host, Lt. Col. (Ret.) Naviere Walkewicz '99   Naviere Walkewicz  00:04 Welcome to Long Blue Leadership, where we explore the lessons of leadership through the lives and stories of Air Force Academy graduates. I'm your host, Naviere Walkewicz, Class of '99. When Rebecca Gray walked into her first duty station after graduating from the Academy, she thought she was ready to lead. But it wasn't a general, a colonel or a policy manual that changed her view of leadership. It was a senior master sergeant named Patrick J. Kennedy and a coffee cup.   Rebecca Gray  00:29 He said, “You're doing this all wrong. You need to be out, out, out.” He told me, “Go grab a coffee cup.” I didn't drink coffee at the time, so he goes, “Go get some water. Stop being difficult.” And he walked me around and said, “This is this is what matters. You've got to know who people are, so that you know how to relate to them.” That really shaped me.   Naviere Walkewicz  00:50 That simple moment became the foundation for how Rebecca has led her teams ever since. From the Air Force to corporate boardrooms, from public service to private equity, Rebecca Gray, USAFA, Class of '94, has led across nearly every domain — active duty, Reserve and Guard — and built a remarkable second career spanning nonprofit work, education and now executive leadership. Her path has been shaped by transformational moments, moments that taught her how to connect, to trust herself and to lead with conviction. Rebecca, welcome to Long Blue Leadership.   Rebecca Gray  01:23 Thank you so much for having me. It's just a privilege to be here. Thank you for what you're doing for the grads, for the parents, for alumni, all of that. It's really impressive.   Naviere Walkewicz  01:31 Oh gosh. Really appreciate that. And I think, you know, that clip was so wonderful to hear. And I think we should just jump right in to that moment in time, kind of winding back the clock when you were just really transformed in your leadership style by your senior enlisted leader. Can we talk about that?   Rebecca Gray  01:48 I was just, had just graduated, and, as you said, my first duty assignment, and the only officer in the shop. And so senior master sergeant, which is one rank below chief — so the top, one of the top senior enlisted advisers in my shop, and we went for a walk and he really just taught me how to connect with the troops, to connect with people, walk around, get to really know them. And I'll have to tell you the first time I did it, I did a pass through, I went through the motions, if you will. And, you know, I came back, I was like, “Oh, OK, I did it. I did it. I'm all… I'm good, and have done my leadership duty for the day.” And he asked me, he said, “Who got a new car?” And I mentioned the airman's name of who got a new car. He goes, “What color was the car and what was the type of car?” And I was like, “Oh, OK.” And he goes, “So you didn't really care.” And I thought that's true, that's actually accurate. I needed to really care about what his first car was, and was it a truck? Was it a sedan? What was it? And so that really shaped me into really caring in a way that's already in your heart. But how do you express that in a leadership capacity? And so that changed the course of my 30-plus years in the military and then in corporate.   Naviere Walkewicz  03:07 What a powerful story. I mean, we can actually visualize you walking around. And as you know, graduates, we are kind of like, you know, task-minded. We're going to get this done. And you did it. You check the box. But to go down that next level, how do you see that actually becoming actionable across, you know, all leadership levels, you know, where you're actually walking the walk with your troops, so to speak. Can you talk about that a little bit more?   Rebecca Gray  03:32 Well, I think you have to be authentic, and be your authentic, you know, be authentic in your heart and what you're really doing. And if you don't have that, then people can feel it. People can tell if they don't feel your connection or your care concern for them. I think that really just mirrored an opportunity for me to put the two together. To your point, we're very task-minded, results-driven. When you graduate, very results-driven. It still impacts me every day, to be results, but you were doing it alongside of other people who have lives and who have things going on in their personal and professional lives, and we bring that to the table too, and really connecting with that and how to motivate people, how to encourage, how to walk with people and help them get to the results that they need to do, you know, as part of your team.   Naviere Walkewicz  04:29 Maybe, can you share an example of how you're using this? You said this has impacted you over the past 30 years. You know, it seems very clear — we're in an in middle military setting, and you're, you know, amongst your troops, you're leading beside them, you're understanding. How does that translate now and where you're at in the corporate world, at your level of leadership. What does this look like?   Rebecca Gray  04:49 I think that's a really good question, because when you look at it, you can see it very easily in the military. It plugs and plays very easily. Once you understand and you put it all together and you can develop it. You get a opportunities to develop that every day, if you will, every day you get that opportunity. But I think when you translate it into civilian life — and we all end up having a civilian life after the military — whether it's, you know a first-term enlistment, whether it's your first duty assignment, you fulfill your active-duty commitment from the Academy, whatever those years are. Whether you, you know, finish your 20 or what have you, you do transition out of military life at some point in time.   Naviere Walkewicz  05:37 Let's talk about what you're doing right now. I think it's important for our listeners to understand what that looks like and, you know, how you're leading in that space.      Rebecca Gray  05:44 Oh my gosh. I am so excited about what I do. It's the best job I've ever had. It's a great company that I work for. I work for Boingo Wireless. And what I do — my job at the company is to do anything that relates to the military. So we provide connectivity to over 100 bases around the world. I've got an incredible team that many of them have served, either as a veteran retiree or still serving. You have to understand what they know. What is their background? Where have they been? Where have they served, so to speak? What companies have they worked in? What role, leadership roles? What technology have they been around? What schools have they been to? All those things, and then also some of their things that are going on in their personal life so that you understand what's bringing them to work every day to support their personal and professional goals. And so you have to translate that, take that military experience and put that into the civilian workforce. And I think it's very powerful. It's so natural. I really actually don't think about it as much because you've developed it so such a tried and true part of who your character becomes, that coming back into civilian life and transitioning back into it, it's a great opportunity to bring all of those skill sets and move right into that — in leading teams, in learning that new chain of command, if you will, in corporate. And so that's a really powerful thing, and it feels like it's an enjoyable part of my day is the people I get to work with, the quality of people I get to work with. If I don't have that connection, I feel like I'm missing something at the end of the day.   Naviere Walkewicz  07:36 Can you share an example in which to that level that, you know, that the senior master sergeant said, “Did you know what type of car it was?” Where you've actually got to that level with someone, maybe in your civilian career, and how that has… Have you seen that actually make an impact on either performance or the results, or really just their own worth?   Rebecca Gray  07:58 Well, I think that's an interesting question. I think that can be played in two different areas. If you're in the office, there's an ability to be connected just by having lunch together, by having coffee, you know, you're in and you're around and about, and physically, there's just a different kind of energy when you're around people. So my team, we get together at some regular intervals that we set as a team for the year. We do one big, we call it an all-hands, an annual meeting, we're going to Vegas this year, and we're going in February. And so we're bringing the entire team; everybody's coming out of the field, everybody's coming from around the world, and they're all coming. We're meeting in Vegas, and we're going to spend a couple days together talking about what we accomplished last year, what we're going to do in the future, and then we also do some learnings, and, you know, things like that, some technology growth opportunities and things like that. So that's one thing that shows that you use… You're going to spend some budget dollars to really ensure that people know how you feel and how you value them as being part of this team, and making sure… I spend every other week planning this for a year and we do that every other week, and we talk about the hotel, we talk about the food, we, you know — our team-building exercises, the agenda, the T-shirts, the design of those, every detail, because I want my team to walk away at the end of that — we'll probably have over 100 people in the room — and I want everyone to walk out of that knowing that they are a valuable member of the team. So that's one thing we do, you know, on my team. And then on Monday mornings, we have a staff meeting every Monday morning, a team meeting, and the first question of the day is, “What did you do for the weekend?” And that's where we learn about all kinds of, you know, really fun things about people and what they're doing, what they're doing with their family, or who they're, you know, trying to date, or, you know, buying a new house, or, you know, all kinds of things that you learn. And then also you develop that within the team, because other people hear that question, and otherwise it's very transactional. This is what you do. This is what you can do for me. And in this fast-paced technology world, taking that time at the beginning of the meeting to say, “Let's take a pause, and I want to hear about you.” And so to me, that's another small thing, but a very powerful thing. In a fast-paced technology space, I think it's even more critical to take a pause, to take a stop and take a breath and realize the people that we're working with are… It's a gift to have this opportunity to work with one another, and I want them to feel a part of the team, even though we're in a remote setting, because most of my team is in the field. And so in that remote setting, that is even more critical, I think. So I think there's both, you know… When you're in the office, there's one way to do things, and then when you're in this more remote setting that we are — and then we're in a fast-paced technology setting. It's moving all the time, and sometimes you get into more activity and results and results and activity, and you accomplish one thing, and you're on to the next and, and that's… I don't know if that wheel spinning so fast is always, you know, healthy.   Naviere Walkewicz  11:15 Well, I really appreciate how you actually gave very specific examples of this leadership in action, because you're right: In this pace and in this remote kind of setting that many of us operate in, being able to still find that human touch and that connection to what you were speaking about that went all the way back to, you know, the senior master sergeant. But I'm sure you also had leaders throughout your military career that also exemplified some of this. Can you share any other moments while you're in uniform, where you saw some of these leadership traits that you really wanted to embody and that you've carried through your career to date?   Rebecca Gray  11:47 Gen. Hosmer was the, I think he was the calm when I was at the Academy, and he would walk around with his A-jacket. So you didn't really know if he was a cadet or not, because once you put your hat on, you can't tell. But, and you know, “Oh my gosh, it was a general just walked past me.” But he knew people's names. He remembered my name, and he remembered it for four years, and it was just a powerful moment that I remembered on my graduation, when we walked through the line with your parents, and you're doing that reception, and he said, “Rebecca, congratulations. Well done, and you did great.” And all those kinds of you know things. And I'll never forget that walk, whether he was walking on the Terrazzo and called my name, whether he remembered it going through a line of 1,000 people with all their parents, and you know, all of that. And I think that's always stuck with me, that level of remembering somebody's name, remembering who they are, that really was powerful to me early on in my military career.   Naviere Walkewicz  12:48 Oh, thank you for sharing that, because those are the moments that so many people can connect with that really do imprint on them and how they are as leaders, you know, and I'm curious, because…   Rebecca Gray  12:57 That's a good word, “imprint.” That's a really good word, “imprint.”   Naviere Walkewicz  13:03 Yeah, it feels that way. Thank you. Thank you. You know, I would love to dive into your Air Force career and the decision to transition out, because I just imagine in the way that you have done so many incredible things that your time in the military was very successful. Can you talk about what that was and then the decision to transition, why that came about and why you made it?   Rebecca Gray  13:24 That's a very powerful decision. It's a big decision to come into the military, and it's a big decision when it's time to leave. And those are hard decisions. And sometimes you leave too early, sometimes you stay in too long. You know, different things like that. But for me, it was my husband was a '93 grad. So I'm '94 he was '93 we got married at the Cadet Chapel right after I graduated in September. I share that because my husband and I were dual spouse, joint spouse. We were just talking about it the other day, because we just celebrated — it was our 31st wedding anniversary — and we looked at it and we said, “Gosh, you know, what a ride we've had.” And we got to know each other. We were in the same cadet squadron. We were both in 29 for three years and sophomore through senior year. And we both looked at each other. We were going to get separated. I was going to do a remote to Korea. He was going to Malstrom in Montana, and my follow on was Vegas, at Nellis. And so we realized we were going to be as separated for a few years, and that was a really big decision for us, because we loved the military, we loved our lifestyle, we loved our friends, we loved the camaraderie and all the things that you love, and we realized, where does that fit with our marriage and how do we pull this off? And so I think along the way, we've really tried to drive a commitment to service. We both went off active duty. We decided to go into the Reserve together, and then I eventually went into the Guard. So I ended up serving active duty, Guard and Reserve, which was really wasn't done back in the day.   Naviere Walkewicz  15:04 No, I was going to say…   Rebecca Gray  15:07 No, that was not done. I mean, you stay active duty for 20 years. You stay Reserve. You might do active duty and then Reserve, but to finish up and get to your 20… But I had three little children, and so I was able to do the Reserve. And so I think what's great about the military is, if you are open to looking at your career and seeing it as a different stages and phases of your life and letting it shape and form around that too, there are ways to serve. That was the way I felt called to serve. I think other people, active duty is the way to go, or Reserve or Guard is the way to go, you know, straight through. But for me, it gave me the flexibility, and I found that it was a lot of fun to do it that way. I got to learn different things in each of the different statuses, if you will. And I was able to put a whole career together with three little kids, and, you know, 31 years of marriage.   Naviere Walkewicz  16:04 Well, I think as a leader, those decision points — and it sounds like you were really well grounded in, you know, what do we want to commit to. Commitment to service, a commitment to each other. But I think what is so special about your career, when you look at it in seasons or in stages, is you've had some incredible opportunities to still continue to thrive professionally, even as those stages change. And if you wouldn't mind sharing some of that, because I think there's times when listeners feel like, “If my trajectory is not vertical, like in one path that you know, that everyone kind of recognizes as the path, then it's not successful.” But to your point, if you look at it in stages, and what is this stage, how do I evolve in this stage? In this stage? And maybe it's not always directly vertical, but we're still moving in it at an angle. I think it's powerful for our listeners to hear, if you don't mind sharing what that's been like.   Rebecca Gray  16:53 I made a very intentional decision to serve as a squadron commander in a certain season. So I wanted to build a life that had different components to it, and to do that, that meant you have to be intentional about that if you want to stay on one path. And I think as this world gets more complex, the technology is moving very fast. You want to stay balanced. I think the only way you can stay balanced in life is to really have different components of your life. There's a time to be a squadron commander, there's a time to be a senior leader. There's a time to be an individual contributor and there's a time to say this is, you know, for whatever myriad of reasons, health or family dynamics, or you're going through a degree program. And so you have to kind of make those things to ebb and flow appropriately. And I wanted to put those building blocks and pieces together to make something really interesting and a reason to wake up in the morning and something that got me out of bed. I do Squadron Officer School. I do, you know, ACSC, and then War College. And so you can end up checking these boxes and checking, you know, different assignments and different levels. Just like you graduate from college, you got to meet certain, you know, credit requirements and different kinds of classes and things like that. So I'm not saying it's a negative, but it shouldn't be a mindset. It should be just the way you need to get certain things done.   Naviere Walkewicz  18:17 And by the way, Sgt. Kennedy would come back and be like, “This is not enough, ma'am.” So, but you know what I really loved about what you just described? This might be the first time I've heard the description of balance, because you did it in a way that — you talked about balance being almost having holistic, a holistic view of various pillars. And there's times when you know you're bringing one of the forefront, so you're not ever saying they're in balance, where they're all, you know, equitable or like, everything is just, you know, the scale is exactly the same on both sides. But what you're saying is, there's time when you're bringing stuff to the forefront, but I'm really aware of the all of those pieces, and I think that is such a wonderful way to look at balance. Which brings me to this question of, you know, you have approached your career and, you know, being a mother and a wife was such, you know, a unique view. When did you know it was time to add onto your plate in this nonprofit space? And then you go, you know, going… So it just seems like you've made these decisions at critical points. How do you measure when that next point is supposed to come around and you take that leap?   Rebecca Gray  19:19 Sometimes, life gives you that opportunity to take a step back and say, “OK, I'm now at a critical juncture. What do I want to do?” That can be your, you know, your health, or a family dynamic, or you get accepted into a program and you want to do this. When I got accepted into that secretary of defense corporate fellowship program that's basically Air War College in residence. You can imagine doing Air War College in residence as a Guard member was very prestigious, an incredible opportunity, and then they sucked me into this fellowship opportunity. But that really changed my trajectory, because at the time, I was in nonprofit, and it pulled me out, put me back in uniform for one year. That was a one-year commitment to do War College in that capacity. And then it was after that I decided to move into corporate. And so I think there's certain times when you get those moments, and what I think is, people race through those — I think they race through that moment. And instead to take a stop and a pause and say, “Do I want to make a change at this moment? Do I want to do this?” I really didn't want to make that change. I didn't want to come out of nonprofit at the time. I didn't want to do War College in residence. I didn't want to do some of those things. And instead, I took it and I said, “I don't know where this is heading, but I'm OK with where this is gonna go.” And I don't think sometimes you need to know all those pieces before you make those decisions. And I think — because then if you need that, you're never going to have it. I mean, you just don't. And so for me, it's always a moment where you stop and you say, “This is an opportunity for me to change where I live, to change my career, to change a family dynamic.” Do you add another kid? Do you, you know, stop at three? You know, what do you do? I think what I have tried to really do is stop and really have it like, really, I really take it… Really take that moment and have that moment and say, this is a moment for me to say, is, “What do I need to change? What do I want to change?” Or nothing? Do I want — I keep going, but I have made that decision.   Naviere Walkewicz  21:30 Well, what I'm hearing from that is a level of confidence in yourself that you've probably developed over time. From, you know, the different interactions you've had from… I mean, wearing so many hats has probably actually given you a stronger confidence in what you're able to accomplish, what your capacity is when you don't really know what's all around you, so to speak, you don't have all the answers. Can we talk a little bit about when you knew that, or when you recognize that in yourself? Because when you made those decisions and you said you walked through those doors with your eyes wide open, you're essentially betting on yourself, right? You have built this trust and confidence in your ability. Can you talk about what that looks like? How you came to that? Because I think there's times where our listeners have this doubt, this self-doubt, so let's talk about that.   Rebecca Gray  22:18 If you have good, good people around you, you ask for good advice. You have a, I think, a faith that can ground you. And you know that you've been given these gifts and this skill set, and you've made certain mile markers in life. I think it just builds over time.   Naviere Walkewicz  22:39 Would you say that you recognized, I guess, betting on yourself and confidence in yourself early in the years when you started diving and recognized, “Wow, this is scary, but OK,” right? Or was it more developed later?   Rebecca Gray  22:52 I started diving when I was 10, and you know, I would be up there on the diving board. I was a little 10-year-old, and sometimes you couldn't get walked down the board. You were terrified. My coach would sit there and she would say, “OK, we're gonna go — 1, 2, 3,” and you go, you learn how to walk down that diving board, and you learn how to do things that you you're not really confident on, and you're not really… But once you master it, it's really fun. It's probably from, I think, diving, athletics, I think does that to you. You know, whether you're chasing that soccer ball and you got to go up against somebody bigger, whether you're in football, and you got to go off up against… My husband was a fullback at the Air Force Academy, and so he went up against lineman at Notre Dame and Ohio State and things like that. And he goes, “It was terrifying.” And so… But when the whistle blows and the play calls called you. You go and so you develop that strength some somehow along the way to push through.   Naviere Walkewicz  23:46 How have you developed those that have come under your care as a leader that maybe didn't have that athletic background? How do you teach them that? How do you instill in them that “go” mentality, that, you know, fear is just your body's response, gets your blood, you know, your blood flowing. How do you do that as a leader?   Rebecca Gray  24:03 I think, I think you do it by going out ahead and standing out there, and maybe you're the only one out there, so to speak, ahead of it, ahead of the team, in believing whatever direction you need to go, whatever new business direction you need to go in, or what new product line you need to develop, or what new revenue goals do you need to accomplish? And you have to go out there, and you've got to do it yourself. I'm probably more of a working leader than a leader that manages. I'm not the best manager, if you will, but I can get out in front. But I think, for me, it's just been leading out in the head, going out there and saying, this is the direction, building that conversation across the team leaders to make sure we're aligned, to make sure we're thinking the same thing. Are you reading the market the way I'm reading the market? Are you reading some of these leadership decisions within the industry that we're reading? And are we seeing this the same way — bouncing those ideas off and then developing that and that groundswell to really go for it.   Naviere Walkewicz  25:06 I want to ask you this question that's tied to this idea of understanding your capacity, your capabilities, your talents, your strengths, betting on yourself, and how you've been able to do that while you still successfully have a 31-year marri… right? Like a marriage and a family that has to also buy into those decisions. What does that look like as a leader when you're making those decisions, when you have children and a family or a spouse, you know? How do you navigate that when they also have their goals?   Rebecca Gray  25:39 Oh, it's so deep. It's so deep because…   Naviere Walkewicz  25:43 It's real because this is what they're facing. You know, all of our leaders are facing these questions.   Rebecca Gray  25:47 It is, it is. You're facing these decisions back at home, and what you've got to manage at home. You know, my husband, I really lead, and we lead by example — that we take care of our business and we do our things. And as soon as the girls were able to do a lot of things for themselves, we gave them that responsibility. That really helped. I think your kids are pretty capable, and they're really strong and they're very smart and they're wise, and they can feel the energy in the room. They can feel your commitment to them.   Naviere Walkewicz  26:19 Well, I mean, I think what I heard through all that as well, is having those values aligned like you do, and then really communicating and then just championing the responsibility and the capabilities of your family members. It seems like, you know, you don't only just do that at work, but what I'm hearing is you've done this and the home life as well, and it's continued to just really evolve your family in such a beautiful way. So thank you for sharing that with us. Because I think that's really powerful and sometimes when our listeners feel like, “Gosh, I don't know how to make this decision,” I think if you start from that place of, “Are we aligned? Do we know what our core, you know, piece is,” go from there, it seems like you've been able to navigate that really well. Thank you for sharing that. Well, I want to ask you something that you're doing every day, because as leaders… And I'm not sure what your thoughts are on this, maybe you can share, but a lot of people will talk about how “I'm always learning. I'm continuing to learn, even as a leader, I'm still learning every day.” Can you share if that's how you feel, and if so, what are you doing on a daily basis to just be a better version of yourself as a leader, professional, etc.?   Rebecca Gray  27:28 I think when you work out and you get a really good workout, and whatever that is, walking or, you know, at the gym or lifting, or whatever that is, biking or swimming — I think for me, that exercise and reading — those are probably the two things that I really work a lot on, and making sure that's just part of the day. You know, a lot of times we don't have to think too much about eating because we get hungry. But, you know, once you start exercising a lot, and you read a lot, and you have that quiet time — when you don't have it, you miss it, and so you almost get hungry for it. And so to create that consistency, so you can create that hunger. If you do skip it, or you want to skip it. Even when I travel for work, I do it. The girls know that if we're in a hotel, I'm going to go run down to the gym for a little bit. They'll come with me or not, but that's something I'm going to do regardless. And then the reading is really, really critical.   Naviere Walkewicz  28:20 You know, one of the things we also love to ask, and maybe this is a better way to ask it, is, if you were to give advice to your daughters on what they could do today to be better leaders for tomorrow, what would that be?   Rebecca Gray  28:32 I don't know if it's a goal to be a leader, but I think it's a goal to develop and be really well rounded, really solid, because you will default to being the leader. If you have that strength, you have that intellectual capacity, you have the humility. But I think having that humility is really, really critical, the well-roundedness, having different aspects to your life. You know, it can't all be just school and homework, and it needs to be whatever that is music or athletics or, you know, what have you in your faith community or something, you've got to have a well-rounded… because things come and go in your life.   Naviere Walkewicz  29:12 Well, I love how you really put that together. Because I think the key thing was, you know, I don't know that they're necessarily aspiring to be a leader, but if they aspire to be well rounded and that kind of a wholesome approach, they will be the leader in the room. And I just, I just love that, because it just makes it so clear, right? I thought that was incredible. Well, we're coming up at our time, and I just have loved this conversation. Is there anything we didn't cover that you just like, this is a time, like, we want to make sure we didn't miss anything that you would like to share.   Rebecca Gray  29:43 What you're really focused on is really powerful. And connecting the alumni, connecting the families, so that they understand what their child is going through at the Academy is really important. Realizing there's life out of the Academy, and you still need to serve, and you still need to contribute, and there's a way, there's a lot of lessons that we had at those four critical years of our life that can carry us. And I think you're really highlighting that and giving us the space to share some of that. So really appreciate that.   Naviere Walkewicz  30:15 Well, I appreciate you saying that, and I just have to share with our listeners: You know, what I've really taken away from today's conversation is that leadership begins in small moments, a cup of coffee, a conversation, you know, choosing to listen, but it grows through courage, you know, the courage to step into uncertainty, which you've done, to serve where others maybe wouldn't, and to believe in your path, even if it looks unconventional.   Rebecca Gray  30:38 It has, yeah, even if it looks unconventional, that's OK. It's OK too.   Naviere Walkewicz  30:43 And I love that you talked about how it wasn't about the titles, but it was really about the experiences and kind of having that full picture of you and the confidence to bet on yourself. So this has just been a privilege to be with you on Long Blue Leadership I want to thank everyone for listening to this Long Blue Leadership episode. If you know others that are really growing in their leadership journeys and could benefit from this, please share it with them. We love having all of you listen to these wonderful lessons on leadership from our Air Force Academy graduates. So Rebecca, again, thank you so much. We will see you another time, but for now, I'm Naviere Walkewicz, Class of '99. Thanks for joining us.   KEYWORDS Rebecca Gray, leadership lessons, authentic leadership, Air Force Academy, military to corporate transition, women leaders, team connection, career development, executive leadership, Boingo Wireless, building confidence, personal growth, leadership podcast, work-life balance, empowering teams, transformational leadership, continuous learning, squadron commander, leadership journey, remote team management, military experience, family and career balance, purpose-driven leadership, leading by example, leadership advice, mentoring, professional development, inspirational stories, alumni connections, values-driven leadership.       The Long Blue Line Podcast Network is presented by the U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation    

About this guestFor those of you who do not know Angella Goran, she …World-Class Athlete & Record Holder - Angella has represented Canada at the highest levels—rowing, triathlon, and elite cycling—and currently ranks among the world's top female indoor cyclists. In 2022, she broke the Canadian National Elite Women's 1‑Hour Indoor Cycling record and is training to set a new UCI 1‑Hour World Record. Fintech Pioneer & Social-Impact Founder - As the first female founder of a Neobank in North America, Angella launched TAPanGO Technologies, specializing in embedded finance and wellness. Her innovative platform ATHLETICA Rewards™ bridges banking, loyalty, and health incentives—earning attention as a disruptive force in digital banking. Champion for Youth & Women's Empowerment - Beyond fintech and fitness, Angella is a proven social-impact entrepreneur. From biking 10,000 km across Canada to raise millions for youth sports, to launching The Power Hour™—a global wellness initiative aiming for a Guinness World Record—she exemplifies mission-driven leadership

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Our Great Friend - MEGAN HENRY - is back on Wednesday Wisdom! Megan was a World Class Athlete in the sport of Skeleton and she's a Mindset Profession who works with Athletes, Coaches, and Leaders. Megan shares some great tips for you and your teams on this episode of Wednesday Wisdom!

Robyn Benincasa is a star in the athletic world, and can now pass on all the lessons she has learned over the course of her remarkable career in a new keynote speech. To hear about her remarkable journey, visit https://robynbenincasa.com/ Robyn Benincasa City: Cottonwood Address: 1630 Entrada Drive Website: https://robynbenincasa.com/ Phone: +1 619 368 0600 Email: robyn@worldclassteams.com

In this episode, Travis interviews Jeferson Guaresi, who shares his journey from starting Jiu Jitsu in rural Brazil to becoming a successful competitor and coach in New York. Jeferson discusses his challenges, the importance of mentorship, and the cultural shifts he experienced. He emphasizes the significance of teaching and communication in coaching, as well as the role of tradition in Jiu-Jitsu. The conversation also touches on the mindset shift from competitor to coach and the development of guard retention skills. In this conversation, Jeferson Guaresi shares his insights on guard retention techniques, the balance between playing guard and being aggressive in competition, and the importance of situational training for beginners. He discusses his class structure, emphasizing the need for consistency and realistic student expectations. Guaresi also highlights the significance of self-defense in Jiu-Jitsu and reflects on his experiences in competition and transitioning to MMA. He concludes with advice for new practitioners, encouraging them to enjoy the journey and stay consistent in their training. Follow Jeferson: https://www.instagram.com/j.guaresi/ Get $25 off the JordanTeachesJiuJitsu Theory Course and Wrestling for BJJ with ELBOWSTIGHT25 at Checkout - https://courses.jordanteachesjiujitsu.com Get 15% off at https://saltelectrolytes.com with code Elbowstight15 at checkout! Get 15% off Your Order at https://limitlesstape.square.site/s/shop with Code "ELBOWSTIGHT15" at checkout! Join the El-Bros Facebook and Discord Communities! https://www.facebook.com/groups/elbroscommunity/ https://discord.gg/JCRvNdpm9S LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 The Equipment Behind Elbows Tight Podcast: https://kit.co/ElbowsTightPodcast  Follow Our Social Media Pages! Instagram Podcast Page https://www.instagram.com/elbowstight/?hl=en Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ElbowsTightPodcast  

Irish Olympian & world cycling medalist Lara Gillespie joins Ger & Colm on the show following her bronze medal at the Track World Championships.Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Tim and Matty sit down with Olympic medalist and World Champion shot putter, Tom Walsh. Tom shares his journey from a small-town kid with big dreams to becoming one of the country's top athletes. We delve into the mindset that has driven his success, the challenges he's faced along the way, and the importance of mental resilience in high-pressure situations. Tom also opens up about his training routines, the support systems that have kept him grounded, and the lessons he's learned through competing at the highest levels. You'll even find out what Tom keeps on his phone screen to stay motivated and keep himself in check. Whether you're an aspiring athlete or just want to know what it takes to get to the world stage, this episode is packed with valuable insights and motivational stories everyone will enjoy.Listen to our episode with Quinny here.Listen to our epsiode with Codie Taylor here.Japanese game show picture here.

Trigger warning: This episode discusses eating disordersEating disorders are something we are still coming to understand as a society, and one of the things many of us don't realise is that they can really affect anyone. Even an athlete, who has to be healthy to compete can find themselves with a disordered style of eating.That is exactly what happened to Holly Harris, who quickly experienced the many different ways an eating disorder could effect her health and her life.Holly has been a 6 x Australian Champion in multiple disciplines including XCM, XCO and Gravel and has represented Australia all over the world at world championships, world cups and world tour events. There are too many to fit in here but a few are:2023 Australian 24hr Championships 2nd Elite Women 2022 Elite Women National Gravel Champion2019 Otway Odyssey Elite Women Winner (One of Australia's hardest MTB Marathons)2018 Cape to Cape Elite Women Winner (One of Australia's most prestigious races)2017 Runner up Des Femme Grafton to Inverell (Females raced the same course as the Males).In this episode Holly shares:How she got into cyclingHow her racing career progressedThe peaks of racing that she achievedWhat it was like as a racer when covid caused the industry to stopThe impact her eating disorder had on her personal lifeThe extended health problems that the eating disorder causedHow she got to a place where she realised what was going onWhat her worst day looked likeWhat her road to recovery looked likeWhy she didn't tell people publiclyHow her chronic fatigue hit and changed thingsThe challenge of having doctors tell her nothing was wrong when she knew there wasThe self talk and negative stories she was telling herself and how she managed itThe exciting things that are coming up for her nowKey Quotes“I didn't realise at the time what an impact it was making on my life but now looking back and being healthy I realise how much it took away from my life and from me.”“I couldn't listen to my family or my friends. I'd get really defensive about it. I think it really hurt a of my friendships.”More aboutYou can follow Holly's journey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollyharris_7/You can get involved with the podcast onlineTo try out our resilience course: https://www.challengesthatchangeus.com/surviving-2-thriving-course1On facebook in our community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/challengesthatchangeusOr on Instagram: @challengesthatchangeusIf you want to contact the podcast, email us here: support@challengesthatchangeus.comOr check out our website: www.Challengesthatchangeus.comIf you want to find out more about what Ali does, check out her business via the website:http://www.trialtitudeperformance.com.auFor her other business you can find it through the websites:www.altitudefitnessarmidale.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life as a World Class Athlete and Coach Delve into the dynamic world of peak performance with Simon Cochrane, a world-class athlete and founder of Athletic Peak. Simon's extraordinary career spans over 37 Ironman events, ultramarathons, and record-breaking Ultraman Triathlons. As the current world champion and record holder for the Ultraman triathlon competition, Simon shares insights into pushing personal limits and coaching others to greatness. Discover the secrets behind athletic coaching success, the intersection of sport science and human performance, and how Simon balances extreme training with family life. Join us to uncover the strategies for achieving career success in athletic coaching and peak performance. To learn more about Simon and his work, be sure to check out the following links: Instagram Athletic Peak  FRIENDLY REMINDERS: And hey! Why don't you check out some video highlights of the talk over on YouTube? By liking, commenting or subscribing you'd be helping a ton as far as supporting this program.  Subscribe on YouTube here I'd highly appreciate it!  -Christopher Follow LIFE AS A.. on your favourite social platforms via these links: Youtube Linkedin: Twitter: Instagram:  Facebook: 

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Get ready to embark on a captivating journey as we sit down with Kamal Bey, the reigning US champion of Greco wrestling at 77 kilograms. We delve into his astounding journey, navigating through his initial multi-sport athlete days in Illinois, right up to his passion for Greco Roman wrestling that has led to remarkable success in the sport. Alongside this, Kamal recalls his upbringing within a competitive family, particularly under the influence of his boxer father. This episode provides an intimate peek into Kamal's life and the perseverance needed to conquer the wrestling world.As we follow Kamal's path, we traverse through various subjects revolving around sports and personal growth. We chat about the highs and lows of high school wrestling, the transition from national to international stage, humorous recollections of youth athletics, and heavier topics such as weight management and overcoming adversity. Kamal's international success and his experience with the World Class Athlete Program unfolds, revealing his relentless determination and resilience. Our conversation with Kamal wraps up as we discuss the technicalities of Greco-Roman wrestling, his first overseas experience, and his aspirations for making all three national teams. We also get a glimpse into Kamal's travel experiences and his preference for traveling as a team. Through this episode, we explore every aspect of Kamal's life, and the undying determination it takes to thrive in the wrestling world. Tune in to this engaging episode to appreciate the true essence of resilience and determination. Support the showAppleton Tattoo Linkshttps://www.facebook.com/appletontattoohttps://www.instagram.com/mark_appletontattoo/920 Hat Co. Linkshttps://920hatco.com/https://www.instagram.com/920hatco/https://www.facebook.com/920HatCo

In this podcast episode, host Wes Barefoot interviews Alex Yeater, a partner in an area representative partnership for the emerging brand Everbowl. They discuss Alex's journey into franchising, his partnership with Drew Brees, and his franchise experiences. Alex shares insights into the challenges and rewards of franchise ownership, the importance of aligning with the franchise's culture, and the value of mentorship and community in the franchising industry. The episode also touches on the innovative strategies they employ within their franchise and the potential for growth and success in the franchising business.    Don't forget to like and subscribe! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/path2frdm/    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/path2frdm    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wesleybarefoot/   7 Steps to Owning a Franchise:    https://path2frdm-1.hubspotpagebuilder.com/path-to-freedom-about-franchising If you would like to learn more about this particular franchise opportunity, or discuss franchise ownership in general - feel free to use the link to my calendar below to schedule a free, no-obligation introductory meeting.     https://calendly.com/Is-barefoot/introcallwithIs     Alex Yeators Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexyeater/

This podcast is over 6 years old now and during that time, we've had many inspirational guests. Our guest this week absolutely falls into that category!   In 2012, Sue Reynolds weighed 335lbs (that's 150kg) and couldn't even tie her own shoelaces. She was about as far away from being a triathlete as one can be. Her first exercise session amounted to a 100yd walk to her neighbour's driveway and back, and it left her exhausted.   One year later she'd lost over 100lbs and entered her first triathlon still weighing 226lbs. Imagine the courage that took!   She continued on her journey, exercising regularly and eating real food. Today she weighs in at 135lbs and has two triathlon world titles to her name (Aquabike and Mixed Team Relay). This is a story of courage, inspiration and hope to discover the athlete inside. Our discussion covers many subjects, including:   There are no quick fixes (15:10) Sweat is a trophy (22:45) Everyone is an athlete (30:00) The start line is the victory (35:40) Success mantras and the first triathlon at 285lbs (36:30)  Kind words and how one man at the finish line changed my life (52:00) The process is the fun part (1:11:00)   To find out more about Sue Reynolds please visit these channels: Website - suereynolds.net Facebook - Sue Reynolds Triathlon X (Twitter) - @SueReynoldsTri Instagram - sue.reynolds   Go here to get your copy of Sue's book The Athlete Inside: The Transforming Power of Hope, Tenacity, and Faith    Links to my referenced podcasts: Matt Pendola - How to unlock FREE running speed in 12 weeks Bobby McGee - How to be a more efficient runner   To contact Beth regarding Life Coaching, please email her at Info@BethanyWardLifeCoaching.uk.   To leave a review of the podcast on Apple podcasts CLICK HERE.   Sports Nutrition questions - if you have a sports nutrition question that you would like answered on the podcast, please email it to me via Beth@TheTriathlonCoach.com.   Join our SWAT/High Performance Human tribe using this link, with a happiness guarantee! You can watch a brief video about the group by going to our website here, and join our SWAT High Performance Human tribe here. Purchase a copy of my High Performance Human e-book featuring more than 30 top tips on how to upgrade your life. If you would like to help offset the cost of our podcast production, we would be so grateful. Please click here to support the HPH podcast. Thank you! Visit Simon's website for more information about his coaching programmes. Links to all of Simon's social media channels can be found here.  For any questions please email Beth@TheTriathlonCoach.com.

Whenever elite fighter Hazel Gale entered the ring, she felt fear. Not just the rational fear of being knocked out. But something deeper as well. The fear that she didn't deserve success, and that she would let everyone - especially herself - down. Watch this interview on YouTube here https://youtu.be/1VDpu_KfZwk On today's episode #308 we will cover:  ✔ The story of elite fighter, Hazel Gale, that took her from confident champion, to burnout. ✔ How she now helps others with what she discovered from her life's journey. ✔ What is the research-based BETWIXT (story-based wellness app) and how does it help take us to new heights? ✔ Where can we ALL begin in our own personal "Journey of Our Mind?" ✔ How can we identify behaviors that self-sabotage our results? ✔ What are some common "monsters" and what can we learn from them to take us to new heights (personally and professionally). ✔ Where can we begin our own transformational journey of The Mind? While others saw a confident world champion athlete, Hazel was plagued by anxiety, self-doubt and depression. It was these things - the monsters of her mind - that she felt were her most dangerous opponents, and she waged a war. It was that hard-fought internal battle that ultimately led her to burn out. Now the founder of the story-based wellness app, Betwixt[i], Hazel is pioneering a new approach to digital mental health that she calls mindful entertainment. A sought-after London therapist, Hazel has created a revolutionary system for overcoming fear, underperformance, and self-sabotage. There is never a good time to confront the monsters that hold us back, but if we truly want to be our best selves, our highest performing, it begins with a deep level of self-awareness that our next guest has discovered through her own journey of life experience, and now helps others to do the same in the most captivating and unique way, that I've ever seen. Welcome back to The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, where we connect the science-based evidence behind social and emotional learning (that's finally being taught in our schools today) and emotional intelligence training (used in our modern workplaces) for improved well-being, achievement, productivity and results—using what I saw as the missing link (since we weren't taught this when we were growing up in school), the application of practical neuroscience. I'm Andrea Samadi, an author, and an educator with a passion for learning and launched this podcast 5 years ago with the goal of bringing ALL the leading experts together (in one place) to uncover the most current research that would back up how the brain learns best, taking us ALL to new, and often unimaginable heights.    For today's episode #308, we will be speaking with Hazel Gale, she's a former kickboxer and boxer with multiple World, European and National titles. Her outward success, however, had a dark side: the stress of competition and relentless self-doubt drove her into an emotional and physical burnout that led to years of chronic illness. Hazel's eventual recovery inspired her to qualify as a therapist and coach, and for over a decade she worked with high-level athletes, business executives and others as a master practitioner of cognitive hypnotherapy – an evidence-based approach that combines elements of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and traditional hypnotherapy with theories of modern neuroscience. Hazel's 2018 book "The Mind Monster Solution" was published internationally and became an Amazon bestseller in both mental health and psychology. Currently, Hazel is the co-founder and the chief creative officer of Betwixt – an award-winning app that blends psychology with interactive storytelling to make wellness feel like an adventure instead of a chore. I downloaded this app, and was blown away with what she has created here. If you want to learn more about who you are, at the deepest levels, I highly recommend this app. I downloaded it for free, and was able to go through the first interactive story, and experience the app, before deciding to purchase it. You can continue your journey for free, or for $19.49 you gain lifetime access. I did purchase the app, as I liked what I saw, and am curious what else I will learn from Hazel's “Journey of her Mind.” So How Did I Meet this Inspiring Author, World Class Athlete and Wellness App Creator? When I was introduced to Hazel, I was drawn to learn more from her story from the mental resilience side of her work. While we know that mental resilience is critical in the sports world, it's equally as important in most people's day to day life. Mental resilience is as crucial to my day as brushing my teeth, and when I'm struck with difficult situations, I feel like I have a lot of tools available already to me, just from hosting this podcast. We were introduced to the Fisher Wallace[ii] brain stimulator that was once our most listened to episode, that helps keep anxiety at bay, while also improving sleep. I'm clear about the benefits of daily exercise to combat stress, improve a student's academic achievement and help keep our focus in the workplace from our interview with Dr. Ratey and his book, Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain[iii].  I've bought myself a Whoop device when I turned 50 to measure and track my sleep and recovery for our interview with Whoop's VP of Performance Science, Kristen Holmes[iv],  I've got a clear understanding of how to eat the right foods, and nourish my gut-brain axis  after our recent interview with Neurohacker's Dr. Kelly[v], and a few episodes where we've looked at building our mental resiliency with Horacio Sanchez[vi]. We've built a great list of tools and resources that go deep into combatting stress, as this has been one our main focal points for improving productivity in our schools, sports environments and modern workplaces. While we did meet with Erika Ferszt and discussed work burnout, on EP 198[vii], but what were we missing I wondered when I saw her work? Here's what it was: I've never met with a world class athlete who had to rebuild themselves and overcome the physical and emotional burnout that led her body to break down in the first place. What she has done to rebuild herself shows the high level of mental and physical strength that she holds within herself, that can help anyone who needs to find a new pathway in life, towards health and wellness, with her model. She is the real deal. I only wish we could be in the same room with her for this interview, because she's has some talents that she knows she has, that have taken her years to develop, but these talents are what she will help us all bring out in ourselves. I do have some questions for Hazel, that I'd like to know myself around building up my own mental strength, and I hope you find this interview helpful with Hazel's high level of understanding of what's needed to create the mental mindset needed at the highest level of sport that we can transfer into our own personal life experience for heightened success. I know that this is just the beginning of the journey, but am grateful to have this chance to open up the doorway of possibility that maybe we could ALL be much more than we are today. Let's meet this elite world class athlete, Hazel Gale, and see what we can learn from her story that takes us from confident champion, to burnout, and see how we can all rebuild ourselves from the inside out. Welcome Hazel Gale, thank you for joining us on the podcast today. Where exactly are you located in the UK? Intro Q: Before creating your questions for today, I listened to the podcast episode you did with The Mind Muscle Project[viii] and at the end of this episode, you had me thinking about your book, (that we will get to) and what my monsters are (or subconscious programs that hold me back). I had no idea that I would be thinking and writing notes, and talking over with my husband about “who” I really am because I've been on this quest for over 25 years. Before we talk about this launching point--which is what I want us to uncover at the end, can you begin with an overview of your life, and what happened to get you to where you are today, with the focus on this story-based wellness app that you've created? Q1: I have over 13 pages of notes from that podcast episode we mentioned. It's all about your life's journey. We all have a life and a journey, and it really is neat to connect all the dots as we look back, and think “Oh wow, if I didn't do that, I'd never have ended up here!” Looking back now, what were some of those pivotal moments for you? What would you say would be that first AHA moment of “this is where it all began for you?” Q2: While this was a “Moment of Truth” for you, when you fell in love with kickboxing, and it might have been the beginning, looking back now, and seeing where this moment took you, and how have you designed your app to help others to pause, think, and understand about their own personal “moments of truth” isn't life an incredible journey? Your story is especially inspiring to share. Q2B: How did you tie the most current research into your app? Q3: Your love of kickboxing was almost the end of you. While I'm not a pro athlete I completely understood your need to train and the strength you received from it. My Whoop device measured me at Too Much Strain, Not Enough Sleep for a good year before I stopped overtraining. I'm sure I could dive deep into that part of me, (that I connect to with you) and maybe others who connect with your story, it's a good place to look at. At what point did you REALLY understand the MIND, the importance of looking at the stuff that underneath the surface with the iceberg analogy, getting closer to the truth of who we really are, and then uncovering this with your app? (STORY 1: The In-Between: The Ice World, Exploring the Change You Want to See, STORY 2: The Game of Trust: Exploring the Things You Love, Appreciate and Value, STORY 3: The Power of Flaw: Your Journey Awaits). Q3B: Where does hypnotherapy come in for you to digging deeper into the depths of our mind? Q4: What inspired you to write The Mind Monster Solution: How to Overcome Self-Sabotage and Reclaim Your Life[ix] I wondered want it is that you'd like to open up for others with your book and life's journey? Q5: As we are all thinking about our purpose in life, and using our strengths, and getting through difficult times, I think that a lot of this we've got to discover on our own? I was listening to a recent podcast episode of Dr. Andrew Huberman[x], on self-awareness it's tied to our mental health, and I rarely sit down and actively think “hey, that thing that happened yesterday made me defensive” and then sit down and get to the root of it before I do anything else in my day. This rarely happens unless I'm about to interview someone like you, who has made me think a bit deeper than usual. What's so important about knowing the Monsters in Our Mind that hold us back, and becoming more self-aware in this process? What are some common monsters? Q6: This is the same question again, just asked after I saw the artwork you have at https://www.mindmonsters.online/  and I was trying to figure out mine, or what I would draw and it wasn't that easy. How can we figure out quickly what our monsters are, so we can draw them out, know them, and become more self-aware in this process to create change? Q7: You said something about that if “I am the common denominator” and I keep having this issue, then there MUST be something about ME here that I've got to understand. I think this would be an incredible book to write…The Common Denominator of Me or something. How do we bring these things to surface so we can “see” them, and create change? Q8: What superpowers do you think you've developed from understanding yourself (listening to your body) at this deep level? I recognized one of your talents, and it had to do with being able to read someone who was sitting in front you. What goes on inside us, shows up loud and clear on the outside. I have this superpower as well. Put me in front of anyone and I can “feel” what they really are thinking., Q9: I absolutely LOVED your Betwixt App for mental health. I downloaded the app, and did “The In-Between” The Ice World, and for someone who moved from Toronto to AZ over 22 years ago, because I can't handle snow/ice or the cold. The app brought back the memories of the cold for me, in a way that made me wonder…what about the cold weather drives me bananas? What should we be paying attention to with this app? Who is the narrator supposed to be? They say “you humans fascinate me” Who is talking to me? How is this app designed to help us to grow/improve/change? Q9B: I know there is research behind the stories. Can you explain this? Q10: Is there anything important that I've missed? I wanted to have us end this interview with a deeper level of self-awareness, or at least some steps to get there. Hazel, I want to thank you for taking the time to meet with me, and sharing your fascinating story of rebuilding yourself from the inside out, with our audience. I knew there was a lot for me to learn from you, when I heard your interview, and story of strength where you rebuilt yourself, and now help others do the same, I really wanted to meet you. If people want to reach you, what's the best way? Other than downloading the app, are there other services you offer? Thank you!! SOME FINAL THOUGHTS When I said “may the journey of our minds begin” I really meant it. This is really important work that we are covering here on the podcast. If we truly want to be improved versions of ourselves, it begins by looking within, finding our truths, learning, changing and growing. These types of changes don't happen overnight. Look at how Hazel had to learn about who she was at the very core with years of thought and introspection, and then she created the BETWIXT app to help others to do the same. This is where it all begins. I am going to take some time to go through the APP, thinking about my own Journey of the Mind, and we will have Hazel back on the podcast to discuss what I learn, on a future episode. Until then, as you listen to this episode, I hope that you started to think: Who are you? How can you be an improved version of yourself? What are your monsters that could possibly lead you to self-sabotage? Could you possibly MAKE A CHANGE to change your own life? These are difficult questions. Like we noticed, it took Hazel years to uncover the answers for herself. I noticed my WHOOP device saying “hey, you aren't getting enough sleep, and your strain is too high” before I thought “maybe I should do something differently.” It's pretty obvious now looking back I needed to create more balance with my daily activities, but I missed the daily message until I noticed my feet and legs were hurting, prompting me to make some changes. I hope this episode has made you think more  about who you are, in a deeper way than you would usually think, with some possible ways that you could me MORE than you are today for yourself and others. And with that thought, I'll see you next week with some NEW ideas to take our results to new heights. CONNECT WITH HAZEL GALE Website https://hazelgale.wixsite.com/hazel-gale Buy Hazel's Book on AMAZON https://www.amazon.com/Fight-Hazel-Gale/dp/147366246X/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=604569085381&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9030091&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=17706718117481243741&hvtargid=kwd-757439751793&hydadcr=25775_13483905&keywords=the+mind+monster+solution&qid=1696379192&sr=8-1 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hazel.gale.therapy/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/hazelgale/?originalSubdomain=uk Medium https://hazelgale.medium.com/ Twitter https://twitter.com/HazelGale Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hazelgalehypnotherapy/ Download the Betwixt App https://www.betwixt.life/ REFERENCES: [i] Download the Betwixt App https://www.betwixt.life/ [ii] Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE on “My Personal Review of the Fisher Wallace Brain Stimulator” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/update-one-year-later-on-my-personal-review-of-the-fisher-wallace-wearable-sleep-device-for-anxiety-depression-and-sleep-management/ [iii]Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE #116 with Dr. John Ratey  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/best-selling-author-john-j-ratey-md-on-the-revolutionary-new-science-of-exercise-and-the-brain/ [iv]Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE #134 with Kristen Holmes VP of Performance Science from Whoop.com  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/kristen-holmes-from-whoopcom-on-unlocking-a-better-you-measuring-sleep-recovery-and-strain/ [v]Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE #305 with Dr. Gregory Kelly https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/returning-guest-dr-gregory-kelly-on-qualia-synbiotic-optimizing-digestion-and-mood-with-prebiotics-probiotics-and-postbiotics/ [vi]Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE #111 with Horacio Sanchez  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/resiliency-expert-and-author-horacio-sanchez-on-finding-solutions-to-the-poverty-problem/ [vii]Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE #198 with Erika Ferszt on Preventing Workplace Burnout  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/mood-and-stress-expert-erika-ferszt-on-using-your-brain-to-prevent-workplace-burnout/ [viii] The Mind Muscle Podcast with Hazel Gale https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/mind-muscle-project/930-tbt-hazel-gale-this-Uj-8PwxDV07/ [ix] The Mind Monster Solution by Hazel Gale https://hazelgale.wixsite.com/hazel-gale [x] Dr. Andrew Huberman with Paul Conti on How to Understand and Assess Your Mental Health https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLRCS48Ens4  

Tom won a gold medal in 1992 in the summer Paralympic games in Barcelona Spain also Paralympian in 1996 in the Atlanta games as an American wheelchair racer. He has set many different wheelchair world records and in 1995 was the US record holder in the 1,500-mile race. He has competed multiple times in the Boston marathon. In 1994 he finished second and in 1996 finished third. He is still considered among the top 20 best wheelchair racing athletes in history.  His fastest marathon time is 1.22.52 set at Boston in 1994. After retiring from wheelchair racing in 2000 he then started work in the Urology field where he is still a consultant today. The way he responded to the accident that left him in a wheelchair defined his life and success. It is an attitude that anyone can use to respond to anything going on in their life. In this session we will discuss:  ·      How Tom got Started in Wheelchair Racing. ·      A winner's attitude after a car accident that left Tom paralyzed. ·      By solving his own problems, he helped many in the sport by introducing the aerodynamic racing chair. ·      A full life and a Favorite Race. ·      What made the Toughest Race tough. ·      What Tom didn't Like about Racing might surprise you. ·      Tom talks about his Favorite Win.

On this episode of Shaping Success with Wes Tankersley, Wes talks to World Champion athlete Megan Henry. Megan's road to success started in college where she played field hockey and did track and field.  After college she joined the Army where she was an Army world class athlete. Megan and Wes discuss mindset in this episode and how it changed throughout Megan's career. After college and basic training in the Army, Megan was recruited for bobsled, but it turns out she was too small at 5'2” and 118lbs. They instead recruited her for Skeleton which is going 80 mph down the ice headfirst.In the beginning, her mindset for achievement was trying to be perfect down to the last detail. She tried to force the results. She paid attention to the things she didn't want instead of what she wanted. She said she had an attachment to being in control of every detail.  She realized she needed to change her mindset to succeed. She needed flexibility to adapt to change that may happen along the way. Megan found she was not in the moment of competition when these attachments happen. She was not relaxed, which is important in Skeleton.Megan also did weightlift competitions where she fell into the habit of the same mindset of trying to be perfect. Realizing this, she set herself up for success by letting go of the attachments.Early in her Skeleton career, Megan developed blood clots that were diagnosed by a Pulmonologist after seeing 5 doctors for difficulty breathing.  She was hospitalized for 10 days, put on blood thinners, and went through tedious testing to make sure her blood levels were good. She was told she wouldn't compete again, but she didn't accept that. Using visualization and spiritual meditation, she got off the blood thinners after 8 months and began competing again.Her goal was to make the Olympic team in Skeleton. She did not perform well and fell back into old habits with her attachment to detail.  As a result, she did not make the Olympic Team in 2022 but was an alternate. At this point she realized she needed a mindset coach to get her mind back to where it was. Megan says she found success and happiness despite not making the Olympic Team. She was an Army World Class Athlete, World champion, and National Champion at the Skeleton. Now she is a coach at Inlifted with Mark England and just graduated to become a sports psychologist. Her secret to success is pursuing a goal until completion. She learned more not making the Olympic team than if she had made it. Her success meaning is the fastest way to succeed is to make a lot of errors. Find Megan on Instagram @thesavagemegletCheck out our sponsor The Warriors Collection for coffee, gear and more use code TANK at check out for a special Discount! https://warriorscollectionbrand.com/ Check out our sponsor Tattooed and Successful @tattoedandsuccessfulco use code TANK at check out for a special Discount! https://tattooedandsuccessful.com/Support the showFor merchandise, podcast and youtube: westankersley.com Check out our sponsor The Warriors Collection for coffee, gear and more use code TANK at check out for a special Discount! https://warriorscollectionbrand.com/ Follow Shaping Success https://shapingsuccesspodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Email Wes@westankersley.com for guest ideas or to be on the show!

The whole gang is back together for episode #66. Tanner, JD & Scott discuss Scott's debut as a Rodeo Clown in Tisdale SK last weekend, the NHL Playoffs including the boys picks to win it all, PBR recent events, PBR Team series look ahead to the draft, Sunday scary's, main stream recent events and much more. At 1:09.15 the voice of the PBR, Craig Hummer joins the show. Hummer's life story is unlike any other. Craig is best known for his coverage of the Tour de France, Olympic Games, and Professional Bull Riders events but Craig was a WORLD CLASS ATHLETE himself as a former competitive ocean swimmer and lifeguard. Hummer won 39 national championship titles, including 7 years as International Ironman. He has appeared on Family Feud with the Los Angeles County Lifeguards, Baywatch, Late Show with David Letterman and The Golden Girls just to name a few. He has climbed Mount Everest, cycled with Lance Armstrong, partied with the rowdiest of Bull hands on the planet and lived to tell the tails in this epic #nfp interview. Hummer has lived his life riding on the “No Resume Tour”! Great chat with the legend Craig Hummer. 

Are you confused by modern-day diet trends? Diet trends which all proclaim to have dramatic healing abilities and feature success stories from people previously suffering from all types of health conditions that are cured, along with opposing diet trends that seem to accomplish the same goal—promoting healthy weight and enhance vitality.Today, world class athlete and New York Times bestselling author, Brad Kearns shares the wisdom he obtained from decades of pursuing high performance and supreme physical health, and discusses the current landscape of diet trends, including the vegan diet, the opposing carnivore diet, and the in-between such as the keto diet, the paleo diet, the mediterranean diet, the high-carb low-fat diet, and helps listeners obtain a better understanding of what may be the most suitable for themselves as an individual. Brad Kearns is a New York Times bestselling author, Guinness World Record-setting professional Speedgolfer, #1 ranked USA age 55-59 high jumper, and former US national champion and #3 world-ranked professional triathlete. He hosts the B.rad podcast covering healthy living, peak performance, and personal growth with his carefree style and lively sense of humor. Brad has written over twenty books on diet, health, peak performance, and ancestral living, and is a popular speaker, retreat host, and host of numerous online multimedia educational courses at BradKearns.com. In 2017, The Keto Reset Diet (co-authored with Mark Sisson) became New York Times bestseller, and #1 ranked overall bestselling book on amazon.com for two days. Brad's main message is to encourage the pursuit of peak performance with passion throughout life. He promotes the importance of performing a daily morning exercise routine for a natural energy boost, improved strength, mobility and flexibility, and better focus and discipline in all areas of life.To Connect with Brad Kearns:https://bradkearns.com/To Connect With Dr. Joy Kong:http://drjoykong.com/Watch Video Episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZj1GQBWFM5sRAL0iQfcMAQFollow Dr. Joy Kong on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/dr_joy_kong/https://www.facebook.com/stemcelldrjoyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/joy-kong-md-4b8627123/For more information about anti-aging regenerative medicine treatment visit:https://uplyftcenter.com *Our content is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as medical or health advice. Please consult with your doctor / healthcare provider if you have any questions about your medical conditions.*

In this episode of the podcast we are blessed to speak with Olympic and World Champion, Jordan Burroughs. Since moving to Philadelphia, Jordan has been instrumental in helping out around the BTS mentoring center and has been an excellent role model for our BTS youth. He brings years of experience at the highest levels of wrestling and inspires so many in our community. Jordan shares his motivations and impact with us on the show today, along with some amazing advice to wrestling parents. We are so grateful to have someone like Jordan in the BTS family!

Per Fans Request, we are releasing Mark interviews legendary lacrosse player Jojo Marasco about what it takes to become a world-class athlete in terms of mindset and training.

In this replay episode of Real Relationships Real Revenue, Kelley O'Hara, one of the top athletes on the planet, reveals her secrets of focusing on what she can control to perform at a world-class level. I apply Kelley's principles to developing relationships and growing a book of business.    Topics We Cover in This Episode:  How to have a learning mindset Setting up tracking systems Staying motivated through challenges How to prepare for high-stakes events   Whether you perform on the field or in the boardroom, this episode will elevate your game.   Resources Mentioned: Bdhabits.com Kelley O'Hara on Instagram Kelley O'Hara's favorite BEAST® products

In this replay episode of Real Relationships Real Revenue, Kelley O'Hara, one of the top athletes on the planet, reveals her secrets of focusing on what she can control to perform at a world-class level. I apply Kelley's principles to developing relationships and growing a book of business.    Topics We Cover in This Episode:  How to have a learning mindset Setting up tracking systems Staying motivated through challenges How to prepare for high-stakes events   Whether you perform on the field or in the boardroom, this episode will elevate your game.   Resources Mentioned: Bdhabits.com Kelley O'Hara on Instagram Kelley O'Hara's favorite BEAST® products

In this replay episode of Real Relationships Real Revenue, Kelley O'Hara, one of the top athletes on the planet, reveals her secrets of focusing on what she can control to perform at a world-class level. I apply Kelley's principles to developing relationships and growing a book of business.    Topics We Cover in This Episode:  How to have a learning mindset Setting up tracking systems Staying motivated through challenges How to prepare for high-stakes events   Whether you perform on the field or in the boardroom, this episode will elevate your game.   Resources Mentioned: Bdhabits.com Kelley O'Hara on Instagram Kelley O'Hara's favorite BEAST® products

...or whatever the Daft Punk song is called. We learn how to turn your dong into a World Class Athlete! We also meet a lady who disappoints Jason Lee. Enjoy the last 'cast of November!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

M.D, World Class Athlete, Best Selling Author, and so much more! But what has brought Shawn worldwide notoriety is his early discovery of the powerful benefits of the carnivore diet. You'll be astonished when you hear just how effective this diet is and trust me, you might be whipping up a ribeye steak tonight!  Go to https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-david-nurse-show/id1226281669 and leave a review if you liked this episode and make sure to tag Shawn and me on social media with any questions you might have! _______________________________________ Cozy Earth - meet the comfiest bed sheets and loungewear you will ever experience! • Cozy Earth is softer than cotton. • Made from soft and sustainable Viscose from Bamboo fabrics. • Cozy Earth is temperature regulating, which means it will keep you cool and comfortable all night long. • Cozy Earth has been featured on Oprah's Favorites list 4 years in a row. • We have a 10-year warranty on all our products • 100-night "sleep test." That means you can try it for 100 nights, and if you don't love it, you can send it back for a full refund. 40% OFF AT CHECKOUT!! (Never been done before!) DAVIDNURSE40 ________________________________________________________ It's hard to overstate magnesium's importance for all aspects of our health.  Everyone now talks about how critical Magnesium is for us, Dr. Hyman, Andrew Huberman, and all of the health industry authorities and doctors.  A long list of symptoms and diseases can be treated and even cured with magnesium. Doctors used magnesium for all kinds of conditions, from arrhythmia to constipation to preeclampsia and even seizures. For some reason, doctors now use it as a last resort and put patients on high doses of Magnesium if they are at risk of premature labor, seizure, and other very serious conditions. It's really essential to our health and our wellbeing. This is a huge problem because magnesium deficiency can increase your risk of all diseases and keep you from performing optimally. We shouldn't wait until we are Magnesium deficient! It's almost impossible to get enough magnesium taken through your food alone because our soil's so overworked and mineral depleted, and lacking organic matter, which helps the plants get the minerals from the soil.  Fortunately, BiOptimizers have the solution. Their Magnesium Breakthrough supplement is the only product in the market with all seven types of magnesium. And it's specially formulated to reach every tissue in your body to provide maximum health benefits. BiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough gives you access to the full spectrum of magnesium, which can dramatically improve your overall health from reducing stress to improving sleep and boosting your energy levels.  You can now try BiOptimizers, magnesium breakthrough, and any other BiOptimizers product for 10% off; just go to magbreakthrough.com/davidnurse. Use code nurse10 to boost your magnesium intake and start feeling better today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being an athlete is nowhere near easy! But being a world-class athlete, growing a brand, and having a business is almost unheard of. Tune in today to hear from Amber Clark on how she manages and thrives in everything she does. Real challenges, real people, real success. This podcast will give you all the tips, tricks, and lessons, from authentic experiences of people rising to the top in their industries. Life Coach, Phillip 'Phenom' Robinson, strives to educate and motivate others with this podcast through real-life stories. If you enjoy today's episode, share it with someone who would love to hear this same information. Follow me on Instagram - phenomspeaks or check out my website www.phenomspeaks.com

One listener asks if Former President Obama could be Gog, spoken of in the Bible as leading a Coalition of Nations Against Israel in the Coming Gog Magog War. Or if the Former President could perhaps be the Anti-Christ. Tonight we will answer those questions along with topics including the Ongoing Lawlessness seen around the World. The Russian actions halting the delivery of Oil and Gas to Europe. The great and increasing threat to Israel from Terrorist Organizations in the Middle East and much more. Additionally, we will introduce Mr. Tyler Moon of the Moon Family Ministry. A World Class Athlete who collapsed during a 2019 10 mile run from Cardiac Arrest. His inspiration story introduced together with an invitation to tune in on Wednesday Evening at 7:30pm on the "Last Christ" Podcast at (www.lastchristian.net). Keep in mind that Bro. JD Williams is a registered member of the US Press Association, Member (ID # 802085263). And together with Christian Author and Bible Teacher Bro TL Farley. They offer the weekly "Rapture Alert" presenting Breaking News and World Events that provide clear Proof of the fulfillment of Biblical Scripture leading to the Rapture of the Church. While also providing the Truth concerning the Blessed Hope of the Rapture of the Church spoken of in the Bible. Promising all who have accepted Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior that they will be spared the horrors of the Great Tribulation yet to come. The syndicated Last Christian Radio Show is Broadcast every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Evening on Evangelism Radio. The #1 Christian Talk Digital Radio Station in the World. On Revelation Radio (www.revelationradio.net). On the "Last Christian" Website at (www.lastchristian.net), on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, and all Major Podcast Platforms. Each Episode available in all 50 US States and more than 160 Countries Around the Globe. All Released Simultaneously on all platforms at exactly 7:30pm Central Time, Until the Trumpet Sounds!! Please be sure to to help us Spread the Word of God and Promise of Eternal Salvation by Subscribing, Liking, Commenting and Sharing our Shows with all your friends and family. As doing so helps us fulfill the Great Commission of Jesus Christ and spreading the Gospel Message of Jesus Christ far and wide. And finally. If you have a Question or Wish To Appear as a Guest on the Show? Write JD Williams at office@youstreamit.net or TL Farley at anymoment@att.net. We'd love to hear from you, or have you on a future show. God Bless

One listener asks if Former President Obama could be Gog, spoken of in the Bible as leading a Coalition of Nations Against Israel in the Coming Gog Magog War. Or if the Former President could perhaps be the Anti-Christ. Tonight we will answer those questions along with topics including the Ongoing Lawlessness seen around the World. The Russian actions halting the delivery of Oil and Gas to Europe. The great and increasing threat to Israel from Terrorist Organizations in the Middle East and much more. Additionally, we will introduce Mr. Tyler Moon of the Moon Family Ministry. A World Class Athlete who collapsed during a 2019 10 mile run from Cardiac Arrest. His inspiration story introduced together with an invitation to tune in on Wednesday Evening at 7:30pm on the "Last Christ" Podcast at (www.lastchristian.net). Keep in mind that Bro. JD Williams is a registered member of the US Press Association, Member (ID # 802085263). And together with Christian Author and Bible Teacher Bro TL Farley. They offer the weekly "Rapture Alert" presenting Breaking News and World Events that provide clear Proof of the fulfillment of Biblical Scripture leading to the Rapture of the Church. While also providing the Truth concerning the Blessed Hope of the Rapture of the Church spoken of in the Bible. Promising all who have accepted Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior that they will be spared the horrors of the Great Tribulation yet to come. The syndicated Last Christian Radio Show is Broadcast every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Evening on Evangelism Radio. The #1 Christian Talk Digital Radio Station in the World. On Revelation Radio (www.revelationradio.net). On the "Last Christian" Website at (www.lastchristian.net), on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, and all Major Podcast Platforms. Each Episode available in all 50 US States and more than 160 Countries Around the Globe. All Released Simultaneously on all platforms at exactly 7:30pm Central Time, Until the Trumpet Sounds!! Please be sure to to help us Spread the Word of God and Promise of Eternal Salvation by Subscribing, Liking, Commenting and Sharing our Shows with all your friends and family. As doing so helps us fulfill the Great Commission of Jesus Christ and spreading the Gospel Message of Jesus Christ far and wide. And finally. If you have a Question or Wish To Appear as a Guest on the Show? Write JD Williams at office@youstreamit.net or TL Farley at anymoment@att.net. We'd love to hear from you, or have you on a future show. God Bless

Wins in athletic competition are euphoric.  Losses are horrible.  And the sports media can exacerbate the horrible.  World record miler Jim Ryun came into international prominence as a shy, young high school boy from Kansas.  Jim and Anne were in Colorado for the Jim Ryun Running Camp this summer, and Anne talked about how they relied on Jesus Christ to show grace in the face of Olympic failure and media criticism.   More information on the Jim Ryun Running Camps online at http://www.RyunRunning.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everybody feels like an imposter at first until we decide to push through in order to get to the next side. It's really hard to grow if we're always comfortable but we need to get out of our comfort zone to improve. Consistency wins the game for everything and I talk about that in today's episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast with Madonna Hanna who is a competitive sprinter in the 50 meter and 100 meter dash, motivational speaker, freelance writer, and actress. Tune in today and get motivation to get started on whatever your dream is. When I got back into exercise in 2014 I had to fight with myself to do it because I had this mindset that exercise was punishment. I don't know where that came from. But I had to change my mindset and it became something more along the lines of “What can I do with this body?” I had to get really curious about it in order to make myself do things. It's really hard to grow if we're always comfortable. But we need to get out of our comfort zone to improve. I always like to tell people that the best exercise is one you'll do with consistency.  Because consistency wins the game for everything. In today's episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, I'm with Madonna Hanna who is a competitive sprinter in the 50 meter and 100 meter dash, motivational speaker, freelance writer, and actress. During the podcast, we talk about what it's like to be an athlete in midlife and how to get started PLUS: How a download from the universe can change the trajectory of your life How coaching in anything closes the gap Tune in today and get motivation to get started on whatever your dream is. What's Discussed in This Episode: 00:00 Intro 03:36 How Madonna started as an athlete 07:20 Madonna's story of winning her team a bronze medal 12:54 Madonna's mindset shift that led her to become a world-class athlete 19:45 How coaching closes the gap 22:45 The biggest challenge for women 33:40 Becoming a midlife athlete 36:24 The best exercise to do 40:02 How to get out of burnout 41:45 Madonna's record 46:47 Moving forward with excellence Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon) Madonna's website: https://dropkickthedrama.com/ Books mentioned in this episode: A Beautiful Work In Progress by Mirna Valerio Amazon pays me a small fee when you buy using these links. For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Launch Your Life Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in! About the Guest: Madonna Hanna had a successful career in the fashion industry at the corporate level. She retired as an award winning fashion marketing educator. Presently, she is a motivational speaker, freelance writer,  actress, amateur competitive athlete, and she writes a monthly article for the Senior Scene publication chronicling her journey to the 2022 National Senior Games in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Madonna was selected as the January 2020 National Senior Games Association Athlete of the Month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Melanie Worley is an Emergency Medicine physician and soon-to-be Sports Medicine fellow, 3-time Boston marathoner with a 2:56 personal best in the marathon, and Ironman 70.3 World Championship Qualifier. She is passionate about plant-based diets for both athletic performance and disease prevention. She attended undergraduate at Wake Forest University, where she graduated summa cum laude with a Health and Exercise Science major with honors and was a member of Phi Betta Kappa. She then went on to Ohio University for medical school, where she was president of the Lifestyle Medicine Club and published two lifestyle medicine-related publications. In residency at Sarasota Memorial Hospital for the Florida State Emergency Medicine program, she served as the Chief Resident of Wellness. To learn more, go to www.trainedonplants.com and follow @trainedonplants on Instagram and check out her podcast, which is all about lifestyle and sports medicine, plant-based fueling, and running/triathlon training.

It's not every day you're able to sit down with a World-Class Athlete and 4 x Olympian and hear about her travel adventures. From her tales of traveling solo to connecting with a new friend purely through silence and body language, Erin's experiences abroad reinforce the bravery she embodies every single day. Catch the full episode this Monday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coach P speaks with Joe Betterman of Betterman Elite Wrestling in this episode. Joe is a multi-time Greco-Roman Wrestling National Champion who was part of the Army's World Class Athlete Program.  During the conversation, Joe talks about his background, wrestling career, coaching career, and running his apparel company, Gold Medal Gear. Joe shares a wealth of coaching knowledge and wisdom that applies to several areas of life throughout the interview. So grab your pen, notepad, and let's go! You can find out more about Joe and follow his brands at the links below.  Betterman Elite Wrestling Club - Home Gold Medal Gear | Gear Made for Wrestlers by Wrestlers *** If you enjoy Coach P's Perspective Podcast, please consider doing a few things:   Subscribe and then give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast. Write an awesome review of what you love about the show. Please share the episode on your social media pages.    Thank You and much love! *** You can purchase Coach P's best-selling book, “Game Changing Moves” HERE. *** Be sure to connect with Coach P on his Website and Social Media for more inspirational messages:  Website:  https://coachchadparks.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachchadparks/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachchadparks/ Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/coachchadparks Sponsor: MANSCAPED™ Official US website | Home Of The Lawn Mower® 4.0 | MANSCAPED US (Use the code COACHP20 for a 20% discount on all Manscaped products.)   *** Are you interested in having your company featured on the podcast? Please e-mail Coach Chad Parks at coachchadparks@gmail.com     *** Intro music by Gerald Gray, aka Twish Foaves. You can follow Twish Foaves at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twishfoaves/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristStillLives Music: https://www.reverbnation.com/twishfoaves https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ihETkx53RJujUl0nXg3gh?si=fgst7mo0TVyHZdETIoTk4g *** Champion Athletes Nutrition Website: http://champion-athletes.com/ Phone: 1-800-324-1447 https://www.instagram.com/championathletes Receive $50 off your initial program with the code: COACH P     *** Do you like shoes? Check out my friends over at Flux Footwear! https://fluxfootwear.com/?rfsn=6411829.f9ad23 Use the code COACHP10 for a 10% discount.  *** Check out Boston Scally at: https://www.bostonscally.com/ (Use the code COACHP to receive 15% off of your order) *** Check out Terra Grappl'r at: Click here to get your Terra Grappl'r shoes (Use the code COACHCP10 to receive $10 off of your order)  *** Check out the Lane Frost Brand at: https://lanefrost.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lanefrostbrand/  https://www.facebook.com/lanefrost89/ *** Want to be a high-performance athlete/human being? Start with your nutrition! See my favorite nutrition products below: Alovéa — Do Health Different (myalovea.com) https://proceller8.com/coachchadparks https://wellbuiltsupplements.com/discount/wellbuiltcp (use the code “wellbuiltcp” for a 15% discount) https://badathletics.com/ (use the code “badchad” for a 10% discount)  

This week I had the unique opportunity and privilege to interview a US Olympic athlete from the Winter Olympic venue in Beijing, China. This week's guest, Kelly Curtis, represented the US during the Winter Games in more than one way: first as an active-duty Airman with the United States Air Force's World Class Athlete Program (WCEP), and second as a member of Team USA competing in the sport of Skeleton. Add to that, she's the first black woman to represent the United States in Skeleton. Kelly and I discuss how she went from a standout collegiate heptathlon athlete who doesn't like cold weather, to sliding down an ice track face first at 80mph and representing her country on the biggest of world stages. Kelly describes some of her habits of success and the challenges she's faced along the way. Checkout the links below to see more about Kelly and to follow her journey to the 2026 Olympics in Milan, Italy. Instagram: @kellycurtisusaTwitter: @KellyCurtisUSA

Former NFL player John Madsen shares his success story on how he trains athletes and CEO's to success.

Dr. Ira and our Host, Dr. Terry Weyman were lab partners in School, however, listen to how heimmediately bonds with Dr. Spencer Baron over weight lifting and body building.Dr. Ira, has his friends affectionately call him, has over 30 years in the field of SportsChiropractic, working events from Rodeo to Bike races, from Vans BMX/Skate to becoming the Director of Chiropractic Care for the CrossFit games.Prior to Chiropractic, Dr. Ira was a member of the 1980 Olympic Volleyball team and a verysuccessful Body Builder after that. What drove this amazing World Class Athlete to the Field of Sports Chiropractic? Listen, learn as he weaves you through his AMAZING life Journey that will inspire and warm your heart.Dr. Ira is also currently working at Cal State Northridge working in the Division 1 schools training room helping guide new Chiropractic Interns into the world of working as a TEAM along side other health care providers.

This conversation is with Corey Thatcher. He shares his experience overcoming a severe eating disorder and ultimately competing for Canada at the Obstacle Course Racing World Championships. Currently, Corey is studying health and physical education and psychology at Mount Royal University in Calgary, Canada. He is bringing together his passion for physical literacy and fascination with psychology to promote a holistic and non-pharmaceutical approach to mental health treatment. We cover: Wrong reasons for becoming vegetarian Why it's harmful to tie your identity to an external source The dangerous black hole of calorie tracking apps Hitting rock bottom and accepting treatment Techniques and strategies used in recovery “Mechanical eating” Benefits of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) Training for competition without relapsing Representing Canada at the Obstacle Course Racing World Championships Healthy goal setting and cultivating purpose Recognizing the intention behind behaviours Relapse is a part of recovery Dos and don'ts for friends/family of someone struggling Connect with Corey on Instagram: @thatchman19  Resources mentioned: J Comp Physiol. B. 2009: Exhaustive exercise training enhances aerobic capacity in American alligator Video: Let's Make Our Day Harder Ask for help: Calgary Silver Linings Foundation Ask for help: National Eating Disorder Information Centre That's all for now! Be sure to subscribe and if you are enjoying the show,  please share with your friends and family! Find me here, if you want to connect on Instagram: @plant_fueledTheme music by Tyler Gaudon and special thanks to Wyatt Pavlik for the audio editing and processing!  *Please appreciate that this information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider!*

World-Class Athlete, Author, Cancer and Heart Attack Survivor, Tom Hulsey joins me to discuss the Winning Mindset that Saved His Life. We'll also hear from Las Comadres Director, Maria Ferrer, our Impact Spotlight.

What does it take to become one of the most respected influencers in the highly competitive space of fitness? Caroline Pearce has done it all, from world class athlete to the host across some of the biggest broadcasting platforms for sports (ESPN and SKY), to being the face and chief educator of several top equipment and nutrition brands - and they all work and support each other. Caroline had to take a major pivot with the rise of social media. How was she to stay relevant in world where instagram followers was valued more than expertise, credentials and training? Well, she has mastered it! And been able to combine both traditional and social media, and forge partnerships worthy of 'best of' case studies. Find out how she did it, and how you can too. This episode is so inspiring, you won't want to miss it! For more information: •Caroline Pearce on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinepearce/ •Amanda Russell: https://amandarussell.co •Neal Schaffer: https://nealschaffer.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, you're going to hear an inspiring story of a woman who is proof that adversity cannot hinder a woman with unbridled passion to reach her goals. Muffy Davis was a top ranking junior skier and was poised to be named to the US Ski Team when a devastating ski racing accident at the age of 16 left her paralyzed from the chest down and dependent on a wheelchair for mobility.   In spite of her life-changing injury, she didn't give up and set her sights on competing in the Paralympics - and she did! She is a world champion and multiple Paralympic medalist in downhill ski and the first female paraplegic to reach the summit of Mount Shasta. Ever pushing boundaries, Muffy now also serves as the representative for the Idaho Legislature and is a highly sought after motivational speaker. Muffy shares the amazing story of being an upcoming junior ski racer with a life turned upside down due to a devastating ski racing accident which left her paralyzed. She talks about how having an amazing childhood played a big part of how she was able to stay positive through all the challenges.  And she did it all with all the love and support from her family, husband and friends. Now, she is giving back by being an inspiration to people with disabilities, women, athletes, and her community in Idaho. Listen to this episode and be empowered to thrive, not just survive!  Episode Highlights: Muffy's amazing life story How a great childhood with a supportive environment shaped Muffy's perspective in life How the accident happened how it changed Muffy's life  The rehabilitation process  Getting back on the slopes Climbing Mt. Shasta Getting into handcycling Getting into politics Paying it forward About Our Guest: Muffy Davis was an Olympic hopeful skier from Sun Valley, Idaho when she had a training accident that left her a paraplegic. Despite the life-changing injury, Muffy went on to win multiple Olympic medals as a downhill skier. She is SurThriver, Motivational Speaker ,World Class Athlete and the first female to reach the summit of MT. Shasta. Muffy now is running a “Race for Idaho” as a representative of Idaho.  Connect with Muffy: Website www.muffydavis.com Instagram @sunvalleymuffy Facebook @MuffyforIdaho  Twitter @muffydavis Mentioned in this episode: Race for Idaho Muffy's in a New Race - the Race for Idaho, learn more about her campaign, volunteer or donate! --- Given that we're in the midst of a world pandemic, I'd like to remind you to practice good mask wear, social distancing when appropriate, and good hand hygiene. As a physician I'm constantly washing my hands and applying sanitizer when soap and water aren't available. I was thrilled to discover ESAS Beauty's Moisturizing Rinse-Free Hand Cleanser which exceeds the recommended percentage of ethyl alcohol for effectiveness but adds the amazing sense of organic essential oils, moisture retaining hyaluronic acid and anti aging benefits. I appreciate the support ESAS Beauty is providing to the 6% with Nancy MD podcast as a sponsor and for bringing a little olfactory joy to my day! Please visit esasnyc.com to learn more and follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Did you enjoy today's episode? Please click here to leave a review for The 6%, with NancyMD. Be sure to subscribe to your favorite podcast app to get notified when a new episode comes out!  Do you know someone who might enjoy this episode? Share this episode to inspire and empower! Let's get social! Instagram @_nancymd Facebook @nancymdpdx Twitter @_nancymd LinkedIn @nancyyenshipleymd Website www.nancymd.com Subscribe to The 6%, with NancyMD ++ Apple Podcasts ++ Spotify ++ Google Podcasts

In this episode of The Authentic Dentist, Allison shares a story of her friend, Jessica. Jessica is a world-class athlete who was invited to go to the Colorado Olympic Weightlifting Training Center. Along the way, she was faced with a choice; she had to decide if she was going to just be a fan of the other world-class athletes there or if she was going to become one herself. The story tells of a shift in mindset, and how crucial it was for her to decide before she became. Shawn and Allison dive into the power of decision and how crucial it is to see success in any area of life, particularly in the realm of dentistry. From running Track and Field to stepping into the role of presidency for the Arizona Dental Association, they discuss how making a decision led them to see greater success and share their stories of the journey along the way.

In this episode I sit down with Kari Pearce, the fittest woman in the USA to discuss training for the 2020 CrossFit Games, overcoming adversity and how having a iron will has fueled her to become one of the toughest competitors in sports..Kari began gymnastics at the age of 3 and found herself competing at the early age of 5. Since then Kari has not stopped for a minute. She competed in gymnastics all through college and competed in a host of other arenas from power-lifting, to physique competitions. She has fought through injuries and adversity on her journey. She has done and accomplished so much, but one thing she has yet to do is stop moving forward. She has a winners mindset and the competitive spirit in her blood which she attributes to her parents who met in a gym and remain fit to this day..Kari eventually found her love for CrossFit and has never turned back. She first competed in the CrossFit games back in 2014 and took the sport by storm, since then she has continued to dominate, being crowned the fittest woman in the USA 3 times and currently ranking as the 5th fittest woman in the world..Outside of sports, Kari is an entrepreneur and her PowerAbs program has been getting rave reviews! One thing is for certain, if Kari does anything, she does it all the way!.Make sure to keep your eyes peeled for the 2020 CrossFit Games where Kari is set to take center stage. You can find her on all of the links listed below:Website: http://www.karipearce.com/Instgram: @karipearcecrossfitFaceBook: @KariPearceCrossFitGamesAthletePowerAbs: https://www.pearcepointers.com/

In the opening episode of Real Relationships Real Revenue, Kelley O'Hara, one of the top athletes on the planet, reveals her secrets of focusing on what she can control to perform at a world-class level. Mo Bunnell applies Kelley's principles to developing relationships and growing a book of business. Together they cover how to have a learning mindset, set up tracking systems, stay motivated through challenges and how to prepare for high-stakes events. Whether you perform on the field or in the boardroom, this episode will elevate your game. Mo shares a slightly embarrassing story of how he and Kelley met at Mo's book launch party for The Snowball System. Kelley has had an incredible career culminating in winning multiple Olympic and World Cup gold medals, but it wasn't always easy. Kelley had the defining moment of her career when she was at the World Cup but not getting onto the field. Just like in business development, she made a critical choice to focus on what she could do and what was in her control to get on the field instead of feeling like a failure and accepting the way things were. Kelley took stock of the situation and identified what actions were in her control to move forward. Taking action taught her a lot about being confident in herself and her skills, and her story as a world class athlete has direct parallels in the world of business development. Eventually Kelley got onto the field in game 5 of the World Cup when she was put in as a starter. They won that game and went onto the semi-finals against Germany, where Kelley scored her first goal on a national team and sealed the deal to get into the finals of the World Cup. Anything really complex is both learned and earned. There are plenty of people who are bigger, faster, and stronger than Kelley, but that didn't stop her from honing her skills and becoming a world class footballer. Mo relates Kelley's ideas to the way many professionals say others are “born with it” when it comes to business development, and how those who do are thinking about it all wrong. Just like the technical skills of a sport, business development can be learned. Kelley breaks down how she approaches learning the skill of football and the key mindset of top athletes that allows them to push through failure and stay motivated and how that applies to business meetings across the boardroom table. You're never going to have a “perfect” game. Similarly in business, becoming better and honing your skills is a constant refinement towards perfection. Being conscious of all the various elements that contribute to your success is a key element to becoming an expert at anything. Every time you practice your skill, whether athletics or business related, get feedback that answers these two questions: What's one thing to keep? What's one thing you would change about what I did? Kelley talks about a business she's involved with called Tame the Beast and how having a focus outside of soccer has actually made her a better player. Most business people think in terms of annual goals, but very rarely break those goals down into daily actions. Kelley's approach to being a better athlete is very similar to Mo's system for business development. Kelley talks about the key metrics and methods that athletes track to drive improvement. Weekly goals are the “how” of achieving your annual or ultimate goal. If you want to have an undefeated season you need to win every game, one game at a time and approach every single game like it's all that matters. The same applies to business development. Take each meeting one at a time and focus on making each one a win. Tracking something important subjectively is better than tracking something unimportant accurately. Mo talks about the MIT (Most Important Things) process and how it can help you understand what to track over time. When you're picking your three MIT's make sure they're BIG (Big impact, In your control, and Growth oriented). If you accomplish those things consistently over the course of a year, your life will completely change. It's important for the person that is striving to get better to collect the data and review it themselves instead of giving it to another person to do. Data is the feedback you need to understand if you are where you need to be and what you need to get better at. Mo talks about his tracking system for his MIT's and how he knows whether his week was a valuable week or not. They can include a number of different things from phone calls made to time spent in the gym. Food plays a crucial part in the life of an athlete. Kelley talks about her goal of writing a cookbook and her plan for taking it from a document on her computer and turning it into a real physical object. Her method for getting the writing done can be applied directly to any business or project. Preparing for high-stakes games is very similar to preparing for important business development meetings. Kelley's coaches focused on practicing particular set pieces and scenarios to the point where the team could execute the plan without thinking about it. When you prepare for something to the point where you can do it in your sleep, you actually become even stronger in adapting to a new circumstance or variable. Preparation shows confidence, although many people believe it will make them robotic or disingenuous. When it comes to business development, being prepared shows that you put in the time and you actually care about building a relationship. Kelley reveals how she recovers from making mistakes and how she uses little wins to get herself back into the game when things aren't going the way she hoped, a technique that can be applied to business development meetings when they start to go off the rails. Don't let your expectations dissuade you, bring it back to the little things you can do right now to get back on track. Kelley tells the story of how habits have affected her life and how they can help you get through the valleys of your life. She also talks about how doing the mental work can help you be more effective with the physical work. Putting in the mental effort before a big meeting can drastically increase your odds of success.   Mentioned in this Episode: Bdhabits.com Kelley O'Hara on Instagram Kelley O'Hara's favorite BEAST® products

In this episode, I sit down with one of the most forthright, compassionate, competitive and deliberate leaders I know, Darren Webster. From his humble beginnings as a "kid from Australia", to an award-winning sales and operations leader at one of the world's premier companies, Darren shares the details of one of the most remarkable events in his life. As a world-class athlete, on his way to representing his country in the olympics, Darren was dealt a crushing blow that changed everything. In this defeat, he learned his truth about winning. Darren discusses the ripple effect this moment had in his life and how it has shaped a purpose driven life of success and belonging. Check out Darren's article about the experience here. If you don't already follow Darren on LinkedIn, waste no more time... click here to connect. And, as always, visit the Belonging Factor website to connect with many more resources! If you'd like to support the show, we sure would appreciate it. You can do so here. About the host: (www.devinhalliday.com, www.rudimentsolutions.com) Devin Halliday is a Northern California native, living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He's explored the people, places and cultures across this beautiful planet. He's been amazed. He's been humbled. He's been outraged. But mostly, he's been inspired. After nearly twenty years leading people and delivering award-winning results in a Fortune 15 technology company, he started a new and fulfilling chapter. As Founder and Chief Belonging Architect of Rudiment Solutions - A People Empowerment Company, he is able to bring a lifetime's worth of inspiration and influence to those looking to achieve more. As the author of the upcoming book "BE/LONG/ING FACTOR" and host of the Belonging Factor Podcast, Devin gets to share his personal mission with the world. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/belongingfactor/message

As a football fan myself, having seen Mikaëls successes over the years as a professional athlete, I was so excited to get the chance to dig deeper into the psychology behind that success, and what it meant to retire from his profession at such a young age. After having played professionally across the globe in France, England, Italy, Germany, the US, and India - Mikaël's story has taken an amazing turn as he breaks the mould for retired athletes with a few of his own entrepreneurial ventures.

My guest on this episode is Russ Rausch of Vision Pursue. Russ and his team consult with professional athletes, coaches and corporate organization.  He teaches his clients how to improve performance by changing the way they think.      What We Discuss:   We all carry an 8-1 'Negativity Ratio' with our thoughts. This impacts performance.    How to train your brain to influence your thoughts via an understanding of the chemical reaction in your brain.   The Four Elements      1. Expectations, Judgement and Control    2. Emotions    3. Identity & Purpose    4. Mindfulness & Meditation   The Visions Pursue SEE Model    Separate    Embrace    Evaluate   How Phil Jackson, John Wooden and Nick Saban focus on the PROCESS, not the RESULT.      Learn More About Vision Pursue's Training & App: www.VisionPursue.com     About Russ Rausch   Russ is an executive with over 16 years of C-Level experience with companies in the hedge fund and technology sectors. Before VP, Russ was the COO of the hedge fund Emil van Essen in Chicago. He was also part of the executive team that took the trading software firm, Trading Technologies, Inc. (TT), from a 20-person startup to a successful 650-person global company as CFO, Head of Global Support, and EVP of Global Buyside Sales.

Kobie Fuller joined the Upfront Ventures in June 2016 after having previously worked at Silicon Valley-based Accel, where he was involved in investments including Campaign Monitor, UserTesting, AdRoll, Emergent VR and Invoca. Prior to Accel, Kobie was the Chief Marketing Officer at REVOLVE, one of the largest global fashion e-commerce players based in Los Angeles. Series: "Innovator Stories: Creating Something from Nothing" [Business] [Show ID: 31748]

Kobie Fuller joined the Upfront Ventures in June 2016 after having previously worked at Silicon Valley-based Accel, where he was involved in investments including Campaign Monitor, UserTesting, AdRoll, Emergent VR and Invoca. Prior to Accel, Kobie was the Chief Marketing Officer at REVOLVE, one of the largest global fashion e-commerce players based in Los Angeles. Series: "Innovator Stories: Creating Something from Nothing" [Business] [Show ID: 31748]

Please join Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino for a special one hour show with Gary Kobat, integrative Performance Coach. Over the past 20 years, many of you have known Gary as the tough-love Coach, no-nonsense Trainer, and World-Class Athlete whose energy for life has inspired, educated, and empowered lasting personal and professional change for thousands. But did you know that under all of that, he relishes what drives us most: developing the quiet power of being a student of life; allowing peace, happiness, and spiritual alignment; learning the power of words and thought; mindfully revealing self-worth, self-esteem, and self-love; growing with a gentler, more heartfelt spirit.   As an Author, Speaker, and Life-Coach utilizing ancient wisdom and cutting-edge trends in human performance, Gary guides transformation and evolution for individuals and teams alike, dynamically creating legendary results.Gary's client list includes the who's who in film, business, and sport. For the past decade he has quietly mentored the spirituality, health, and longevity of Jim Carrey, Will Ferrell, Mariska Hargitay, and countless others.