The Power of No: Effectiveness and Self-Mastery
“If something is not a “hell, YEAH!”, then it’s a “no!”
The power of no is really a practice of effective resource utilisation. It is said the successful are very proficient at saying no. It is not only a matter of saying no to external demands to limit such strains on our resources but also a practice of saying no to the internal demands and requests. The inner voice that guides us despite our deeper wishes.
In this episode I wish to discuss my thoughts on the power of no. How it can help us better utilise our resources such as time, energy, money and thought to improve our effectiveness. And how it can also assist us on the journey towards Self-Mastery.
My book review of James Altucher’s book The Power of No: Because One Little Word Can Bring Health, Abundance and Happiness – here.
The Power of No: Because One Little Word Can Bring Health, Abundance, and Happiness by James Altucher & Claudia Altucher
Because one little Word can Bring Health, Abundance and Happiness
James and Claudia have written this great and easy to read little book on how the power of using NO can have dramatic affect on your life and bring with it greater health, abundance and happiness.
It certainly has made me reflect on my own situation and how by using the word ‘No’ more in my life may give me great fulfilment and satisfaction.
I believe that the power in saying yes is just as important however as they elude in their book is that when you truly unleash the power to say ‘no’, your ‘yes’ will be much more powerful and meaningful and one that opens countless opportunities.
The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle
After countless referrals and recommendations I was drawn to this book and figured it must be so rich of goodness, meaning and spiritual learning’s that I simply must read it. It was a challenging read as there is simply so much depth to his messages you simply have to mull over each of his teachings paragraph after paragraph. Yet the message is simple and I can see why the book has reached so many people and had such great impact on so many lives.
While the concept of the power of now or living in the now may not be new or may even be viewed as simple, Tolle packs this books with messages, teachings and inspirational ideas that will sure make you question your everything to a higher and more spiritual level. This is not a religious book although at times I did question it. (more…)
People Powered with Jono Bacon
Harness the power of communities, both inside and outside of your organization, to drive value and revenue, activate your employees’ and customers’ talents, and create a highly engaged, loyal customer base. In my interview with Jono Bacon we discuss his newest book, People Powered
, and the power and value of creating active communities.Guest Bio
Jono Bacon is a leading community strategist, speaker, author, and podcaster. He is the founder of Jono Bacon Consulting which provides community strategy/execution, workflow, and other services. He is the author of the critically-acclaimed The Art of Community, a columnist for Forbes and opensource.com, founder of the Community Leadership Summit and Open Collaboration Conferences, and co-founder of Bad Voltage. He is an advisor to AlienVault, Moltin, data.world, Mycroft, Open Networking Foundation, and Open Cloud Consortium.
Books by Jono
Connect with Jono here.
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Summary
“What would you do if you knew you could not fail?”
Frank Sesno’s book, Ask More: The Power of Questions to Open Doors, Uncover Solutions and Spark Change shows how we can be more effective at work, at home and in life by putting great questions to work for us. What questions should we be asking?
Discover Your Why – Free Coaching Call Valued at $250
Ask More offers eleven categories of questions, each with its own approach, outcome and listening skills. We can use questions to learn, to connect with others, to trigger innovation and imagination, to convey authorship and to discover a shared mission.
Frank Sesno is an Emmy Award-winning journalist and former anchor, White House Correspondent, Washington Bureau Chief, and talk show host for CNN. He currently serves as director of George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs, and is the creator of Planet Forward, an innovative forum seeking solutions to daunting challenges such as global hunger. He lives in Washington, D.C.
Key Take Outs
- Remove the period from the sentence and ad a questions mark. It will spark further discovery.
- Find time for silence to ask questions.
- Find time for conversation.
- Make an appointment for questioning. It helps remove surprise.
- Try a conversation where you don’t use “I” am “me.”
- Use Echo questions. Listen to key words, facts or emotions and repeat it. This will assist to expand the insight and discussion.
- Empathetic questioning requires you to put yourself in the shoes of the respondent.
Do you have any routines and rituals that you believe contribute to your success?
Curious about people and always fascinated to know more. Open minded and just want to view things from many various angles. It helps deepen understanding about humanity.
What advice would you give your 20-year-old self?
To ask more. Not just the first question the first time. Ask in layers. Be deliberate and purposeful. Also, I think its important to challenge yourself.
What advice would you give someone that needing/wanting to make change?
What makes me feel proud. What would make my friends and family proud? What would make a difference? What would you like to read about yourself if someone wrote a biography about you?
Quick round questions
Favourite Food
Chinese food
Favourite Leisure Activity
Horse-back ridding.
Favourite Book
Life Reimagined: The Science, Art, and Opportunity of Midlife
by Barbara Bradley HagertyFavourite Quote
“What would you do if you knew you could not fail?”
What is the meaning of life?
Make a difference in someone else’s life. Doing something that has value in my own life. Giving back. Creating.
Do we all have a why?
I don’t know. Not necessarily.
What does living with passion and purpose mean?
Passion is what we love and care about. Purpose is setting ourselves a goal and achieving it.
How to find
Website: www.askmorebook.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franksesno/
Ask More: The Power of Questions to Open Doors, Uncover Solutions, and Spark Change
by Frank Sesno The art and science of asking questions is the source of all knowledge. Thomas Berger
Frank Sesno is an award winning American journalist. As a former CNN correspondent, anchor and Washington bureau chief, and currently a Director at George Washington University, Frank has learnt the knack of asking powerful questions. In this book he shares his knowledge by grouping the types and styles of questions that one may ask into 11 succinct categories.
Discover Your Why! Free Coaching Call Valued at $250
Questions are enquiry that require answers and it is the insight of questions that bring the magic. It is thought by many, and I believe Frank agrees, that the human population in large part has lost the ability of asking well thought and structured questions. Perhaps we have stopped asking questions period. (more…)
🎙️ Podcast Episode: Leading Without Burnout with Ryan Renteria
In our recent podcast interview, Ryan Renteria, CEO coach and founder of Stretch Five, shared profound insights on leadership, work-life balance, and preventing burnout. With a rich background that includes nine years at Goldman Sachs, analytics advising for the Indiana Pacers, and ownership in sports teams, Ryan’s journey offers a unique perspective on success and well-being.
Ryan’s coaching focuses on helping CEOs build bold visions, hire top talent, and foster a culture of well-being. His upcoming book, “Lead without Burnout,” provides practical tools for executives to balance life and work effectively. Join us in this episode as we explore the keys to becoming a better leader, finding work-life harmony, and enjoying a fulfilling professional and personal life.
Cultivating Communities with Jono Bacon
In this captivating episode of “The Hidden” podcast, I speak with the accomplished Jono Bacon, whose insights into community dynamics are unparalleled. With an impressive background, Jono and I delve into the profound realm of community-building in the digital age. Our conversation navigates the intricacies of harnessing the potency of online communities, offering valuable insights into their establishment and nurturing. Exploring their pivotal role in propelling organizational growth and influence, we also emphasize the enduring significance of face to face community engagements. This discussion serves as a treasure trove of wisdom for individuals seeking to elevate their audience interactions, making it an essential listen for those eager to enrich their digital connections.
Connect with Jono here – https://pages.jonobacon.com/core
Previous conversation with Jono here – https://www.thehiddenwhy.com/?s=jono+bacon
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Empowered to Succeed
In this episode, I speak with Kari Schneider about high performance and success. Kari has spent most of her career working with and coaching elite athletes. She now helps anyone who is looking to excel in business and in life improve their overall performance. And for most of what we can achieve in life, boils down to mindset. A great conversation. Please enjoy!
Guest Bio.
Kari Schneider MSc, CEP and Certified Life Coach is a Canadian podcaster (Empowered Team Podcast -over 200 episodes and stellar interviews and reviews) and author and has been a coach to elite athletes and high-achieving professionals for over 25 years. She’s just released a new book collaboration: Absolute Will which became an instant international Amazon Best-Seller and I think your audience will really enjoy her.
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Luminous Darkness
My chat with Eden Tull – A resonant call to explore the darkness in life, in nature, and in consciousness—including difficult emotions like uncertainty, grief, fear, and xenophobia—through teachings, embodied meditations, and mindful inquiry that provide us with a powerful path to healing.
Pick up a copy of Eden’s book here – Luminous Darkness
Guest Bio.
DEBORAH EDEN TULL, founder of Mindful Living Revolution, teaches the integration of compassionate awareness into every aspect of our lives, bridging personal and collective awakening in an age of global change. She is an engaged dharma teacher, spiritual activist, author, and sustainability educator, who teaches dharma intertwined with post-patriarchal thought and practices, resting upon a lived knowledge of our unity with the more than human world. She trained for seven and a half years as a Buddhist monk at a silent Zen monastery and has taught engaged meditation for over 20 years. Eden has lived in sustainable communities and as an organic gardener/farmer for decades and celebrates the essential wisdom of nature. She currently resides in the mountains of western North Carolina, originally Cherokee land, with her husband. She offers retreats, workshops, classes, and consultations nationally and internationally, integrating presence and partnership with nature.
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Hypnosis Explained
An awesome conversation with Heidi Hazen about Hypnosis. This was really insightful and fun. We delve into how by tapping into the subconscious mind we can change our beliefs and redirect our lives. Enjoy!
Brain Immunology
An insightful conversation with John Lukens discussing brain immunology. John explains how the interactions between the immune and nervous systems will lead to an improved understanding of complex neurological disorders in humans. The more we understand the better we may live.
Wanting, The Power of Memetic Desire.
Humans don’t desire anything independently. Human desire is mimetic – we imitate what other people want. This affects the way we choose partners, friends, careers, clothes and travel destinations. Mimetic desire is responsible for the formation of our very identities. This is a great conversation with Luke about how we can best understand our desires, simply by asking Why, and some guidance on how we can free ourselves from chasing unfulfilling desires.
Corporate Innovation
Innovation used to be seen as a game best left to entrepreneurs, but now a new breed of corporate managers is flipping this logic on its head. These Corporate Explorers have the insight, resilience, and discipline to overcome the obstacles and build new ventures from inside even the largest organisations. In this interview with co-author Andrew Binns, we explore how all companies and organisation’s can make innovation shine within.
Managing Menopause
This is a fairly insightful conversation and an important one, even for us men. I speak with Maryon Stewart about her latest book Managing Menopause. In it, Maryon shares her Natural Menopause Solution that a woman can take immediately to feel better right away. She explains to me in layman’s terms how the women’s biological system and hormones work and how both men and women can aid some of the issues associated with it.
Mavens and Moguls
In today’s episode, I chat with Paige from Mavens and Moguls strategic marking consulting firm. With decades of experience, Paige shares insights into how we can successfully create a brand and what we can do to best promote our products and services in today’s world. Lots of good ideas shared here… enjoy!
The Science and Technology of Growing Young
We all want to live long, healthy, and happy lives, but most of us don’t have the time or money to sort through the latest scientific findings to determine what tools are worth our effort. In this episode Sergey breaks down some of the key fundamentals, near and far that will assist to change the way we age and how long we live. This conversation goes beyond exercise and diet and looks at the future of science and technology as the various platforms for anti-aging.
My conversation with Adele Spraggon discussing her book SHIFT: 4 Steps to Personal Empowerment. A revolutionary NEW approach to achieve your goals and live the life you really want. Adele guides us on how we can SHIFT: 4 Steps to Personal Empowerment our patterns. To take different actions, you need to change your patterns. Enjoy!
The Five Lost Superpowers
There is a well of untapped potential inside you, just waiting to be unleashed.
Everyone has superpowers when they are a child. We tend to lose them as we grow up, but they’re always there, right below the surface, ready for us to reactivate them and fully manifest our human potential.
Learn to reclaim your own superhero birthright with The Five Lost Superpowers. My conversation with two of the co-authors of The Lost Five Superpowers. (more…)
Letting Go of Nothing
Attachment! Defined often as that which blocks one’s ability to be truly happy with life. In this conversation, I speak with Peter Russell about the art and benefits of “Letting Go”. Spiritual, yes! Impactful on the quality of one’s life, absolutely! Please enjoy.
You Are More Powerful Than You Think
Talk about being HEALED. What a very insightful conversation with Dr. Fred Didomenico. A spiritual journey in finding purpose and discovering more about how we can transform our lives. We talk spinal energy and health and delve off into topics about the current global COVID pandemic. Amazing stuff!
Addicted to the Monkey Mind
In this interview I speak with JF Benoist about his book Addicted to the Monkey Mind. A insightful conversation about how we can shift our programmed way of thinking and change our mindset to enhance our life. Come to understand your inner workings and from their aim to adopt new practices to change your conditioned responses. (more…)
Mental Immunity
In this interview I talk with Andy Norman about his book Mental Immunity: Infectious Ideas, Mind-Parasites, and the Search for a Better Way to Think. Hailed as “a feast for thought,” Mental Immunity melds cutting-edge work in science and philosophy into an “astonishingly enlightening and productive” solution to the signature problem of our age. A practical guide to spotting and removing bad ideas, a stirring call to transcend our petty tribalisms, and a serious bid to bring humanity to its senses. Please enjoy!
Redefining Rich
In our dysfunctional economy, “success” often comes at great personal cost . . . we’re tired, we’re stressed out, and we have no time for family and friends. It’s time to redefine “rich.” Perhaps there is need to redefine what a “rich life” looks and feels like to you. Shannon and her family have done it and she is here to share her story with you today.
Pick up a copy of Shannon’s book Redefining Rich: Achieving True Wealth with Small Business, Side Hustles, and Smart Living here. (more…)
The New Normal
ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent, Dr. Jennifer Ashton, is the USA’s leading voice of Women’s Health. Dr. Ashton is a board-certified OB-GYN, author, and is board-certified in Obesity Medicine. Today she is he to discuss her new book, The New Normal. Delving into the mastering of resilience in a post-pandemic era also with a focus on health, nutrition, and well-being. Loads to enjoy in this conversation. (more…)
Empowerment
Today’s Guest is Tracy L Clark.
The Topics is Empowerment
Let the show begin!
Grab a copy of Tracy’s book here –
GOD Where Are You?: It’s Me!
The Power of Presence
From his days working as a successful lawyer partnering up to lead some leading law firms Jeff transformed his life. While he was great at law what he loved more was business. He is now a leading leadership coach and international speaker. In this episode, we discuss the power of presence as it relates to enjoying the journey and process of life rather than simply being in a constant chase for more. “It’s about the journey, not the destination.”
The GRIT Factor
In this interview, I speak with Shannon Huffman Polson about her new book The Grit Factor. Psychologist Angela Duckworth has defined GRIT as “perseverance and passion for long-term goal”. Shannons shares her 3 phase approach in developing GRIT that anyone can adopt to help them achieve more success in life. Enjoy!
Guest Bio.
Shannon Huffman Polson served as one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the US Army. Her career as an Army officer and attack aviation leader around the globe spans almost a decade. In addition to her military service, she spent five years leading and managing in the corporate sector, at Guidant and Microsoft. She is the author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World. As a dynamic, in-demand speaker, Polson reaches thousands of people a year at major organizations and large public venues on topics related to leadership, courage, resilience, and grit. She and her husband, Peter, have two energetic sons.
Connect with Shannon uysing the links below.
Grab a copy of her book using the link below.
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Empowerment
Today’s feature guest is Elizabeth Tripp.
The Topic is EMPOWERMENT.
Let the show begin. (more…)
Do Nothing!
In this interview, I speak with Celeste Headlee about efficiency including topics taken from her most recent book Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving. In efforts to scratch her own itch, Celeste began to wonder why despite lots of hard work in efforts to create more happiness was it actually doing the reverse – making us more miserable. Do Nothing isn’t’ just about doing nothing but rather doing more of what matters. Taking our time back to start living a little more, a little better. This is a very cool and timely conversation and I was left inspired. (more…)
Kindness
Today’s feature guest is Bruno Cignacco.
The Topic is KINDNESS.
Let the show begin.
Guest bio.
Dr Bruno Roque Cignacco (PhD) is an international business consultant, international speaker and business coach. For over 20 years, he has advised and trained hundreds of companies on international trade activities and international marketing. He is a university lecturer. He is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA – UK). He is also the author of business and personal development books published in different languages. His last book is titled The Art of Compassionate Business: Main Principles for the Human-Oriented Enterprise
How to connect.
www.humanorientedenterprise.com
Bruno’s Book
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Summary
I bring to you once again my interview with Monica Berg – it’s Monica week on The Hidden Why Podcast.
In this interview with Monica, we discuss different perspectives on how to rethink and live into our greatness. Using the wisdom of Kabbalah Monica shares how we can practice becoming less reactive to life and how to diminish the limiting effects of our ego.
I also ask Monica to share insight as to how one can find their purpose and unique greatness. Finishing on her last book, Fear Is Not An Option, Monica gives insight into three types of fear sources and how by better understanding them we can remove fear to live a limitless life.
Guest Bio.
Monica Berg is a CHANGE JUNKIE and she wants to challenge the way you think about EVERYTHING.
In her first book, FEAR IS NOT AN OPTION, she challenged readers to eradicate fear from their lives. In her latest book, RETHINK LOVE, she uses years of personal experience teaching and counselling to eradicate false belief systems around love and relationships.
Monica is a mother, wife, sister, teacher and friend, who integrates all that she is into her mission and as Chief Communications Officer of The Kabbalah Centre, she integrates her personal mission with this ancient wisdom.
Books by Monica
How to connect with Monica
Website here – Social Media links within.
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
The Power of Discipline
By Brian Tracy
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Brian Tracy has spent a lifetime training and developing organisations and individuals to help them achieve their business and personal goals faster and easier. One of his more popular books, Eat That Frog!, outlines why tackling the biggest, hardest and most important task first each day is key to overall effectiveness.
In this book, The Power of Discipline: 7 Ways it Can Change Your Life
, Tracy focuses on the power of discipline, not only why the most successful people are highly disciplined individuals but more importantly how we can all develop a more disciplined approach to all aspects of our lives.
No Ego! with Cy Wakeman
In this episode, I share with you again one of my favourite interviews of the past. I loved chatting with Cy about the ego and the implications it has in leadership but also as it relates to the leadership of our personal lives. She has a kick-ass book – No Ego, that I also thoroughly enjoyed. Have a listen and please let me know what you think. (more…)
The Power Segment
This year I am bringing back “The Power Segment” on The Hidden Why and I’d love it if you’d join me.
Each week in this segment I will speak to a guest expert for 20 to 30 minutes on a particular topic of their choice. A topic that they are passionate about and knowledgable on. In doing so I hope we can all take away some value and even practical tips and advice that will assist us in living a life with greater freedom, fulfilment and happiness.
My passion is about helping others create lifestyles that dissolve suffering and regret while moving them towards living a life of meaning. In this episode, on top of discussing the reintroduction of the power segment, I chat briefly on the topic of happiness. I hope you enjoy and looking forward to you joining me in future episodes.
The topic is Happiness.
Let the show begin.
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
QUESTIONS? Ask More
!Please enjoy my interview with Frank Sesno’s about his book Ask More: The Power of Questions to Open Doors, Uncover Solutions and Spark Change. We discuss how we can be more effective at work, at home and in life by putting great questions to work for us. What questions should we be asking? (more…)
Day In, Day Out with Nick Dancer
Day in day out. Show up and do the work. Nick Dancer is the founder and operator of Dancer Concrete Design, a successful business that he started from his basement. As a husband, dad, and business owner Nick shares his experiences and perspectives to help anyone jump on the path to better work and life. Many of the principles Nick writes about are timeless, just with his personal take. It’s not about cutting corners or looking for quick wins, it’s about rediscovering the basics. (more…)
Conversations ABC Radio
This podcast reflection is written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi
Conversations draw you deeper into the life story of someone you may, or may not, have heard about — someone who has seen and done amazing things.
Why I have really begun to enjoy this show? Listening to stories of a broad array of people and their lives you just never know what you might learn. That is growth. That is understanding. That is progress. (more…)
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s 6 Tips to Success
Written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi (originally published Mar 13, 2015)
I grew up watching Arnie movies! To many of us, he is a bit of a legend. With great lines like “get to the chopper”, and “I’ll be back”, one of the most quoted movie lines ever, I believe that he has certainly worked hard to achieve success across his various careers. For sure, like anyone, he probably has traits not to be admired and had an equal share of challenges and turmoil, that’s a given. However, from the success that he has had there is a thing or two we could most certainly learn. (more…)
Beginner’s Pluck with Liz Forkin Bohannon
Liz had what some may describe as beginners luck when at a young age she become very clear on her values which become the building blocks for her business and ability to align her life with her values. Pluck – spirited and determined courage, is what really gave her the ambition to have an impact. SOmthing she believes we can all tap into whether starting our or already well entrenced into our careers, vocation and life.
A conversation about values, passion and living in alignment. Please enjoy!
Beginner’s Pluck: Build Your Life of Purpose and Impact Now
Guest Bio
Liz Forkin Bohannon is the founder of Sseko Designs and the author the book Beginner’s Pluck: Build your life of purpose, passion and impact now.
Sseko Designs is an ethical fashion brand that works to educate and empower women. By providing employment and educational opportunities, Sseko enables women to continue their education and become leaders in their country.
Liz graduated from the University of Missouri with a Master’s degree in Journalism. In 2008, she moved to Uganda where she met an incredible group of talented young women who were struggling to finance their higher education.
Connect with Liz here – Sseko Designs
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Initiative with Joshua Spodek
Welcome back, Josh. This is my third time having Josh on the podcast. I find him absolutely fascinating and inspired by how well he aligns his life with his values. In this interview, I speak with Josh again about the environment and how he is doing his part to lead change in this domain. Behaviours before belief. We talk about how he has adopted his behaviours to using minimal packing. Now 16 months since he last put out a bad of rubbish. We also talk on his new book and discuss, in a broad view, his process on developing initiative and helping others bring their passions to life. A thoroughly enjoyable conversation. I hope you enjoy! (more…)
Never Enough
In this episode, I chat with Judy Grisel about her experience and work on addiction. It’s a remarkable discussion in which Judy reveals the unfortunate bottom line of all regular drug use: there is no such thing as a free lunch. All drugs act on the brain in a way that diminishes their enjoyable effects and creates unpleasant ones with repeated use. Yet they have their appeal, and Grisel draws on anecdotes both comic and tragic from her own days of using. (more…)
Late Bloomers
My conversation with Rich Karlgaard is all about patience and the power of playing the long-game in finding our full potential in a world obsessed with early achievement. Based on years of research, personal experience, interviews with neuroscientists, psychologists, and countless people at different stages of their careers, in Late Bloomers, Rich reveals how and when we achieve our full potential—and why today’s focus on early success is so misguided, and even harmful. An important, enjoyable and inspiring conversation. (more…)
Impact, Not Income!
Written by Leigh Martinuzzi
“Life is about making an impact not making an income.” Kevin Kruse
Service, giving back, helping others, and contributing are all feel good activities that we can do. I genuinely believe they are fundamental in living a life with greater freedom, fulfilment and happiness. And the ability to have a positive impact on the lives of others is available to us all. We can all do something every day that aims to serve others and have an impact. (more…)
Eat Their Lunch by Anthony Iannarino
Written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi
Anthony Iannarino is a bestselling author and internationally recognized speaker on sales, success, personal development, leadership, and entrepreneurship. In his latest book, Eat Their Lunch
, Anthony shares ideas, strategies and practical methods on how we can win customers away from our competition. In a continuation from his previous work with the likes of The Only Sales Guide Anthony appreciates the nature of sales and that business growth is less about cheap tricks of tactics and more about relationship smarts. (more…)
21 Lessons for the 21st Century
by Yuval Noah HarariWritten and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi
Yuval Noah Harari’s latest book, 21 Lessons for the 21st Century, takes us on a thought-provoking journey and behind the enemy lines of the most pressing and challenging issues that face humanity today. His previous New York Times bestselling books, Sapiens and Homo Deus explored both the past and the future. This book tackles the present modern-day global issues and while tapping into the ideas visited in his previous books Yuval brings new conversation and innovative thoughts to help us understand where we are now and how this can bring clarity to an uncertain future. (more…)
Seven Reasons Not to Wait
Written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi – Originally Published 20.11.2014
“Opportunities are like sunrises. If you wait too long, you miss them.” William Arthur Ward
Have you ever sat waiting for a bus that never comes?
How long before you act, change plans, attempt to solve the problem you face? Or do you simply continue to wait?
If you’re waiting for things to happen in life you may be waiting for a very long time. It is our responsibility to create the change we wish to see, both in ourselves and in the world. No one else will do it for us. The outcomes we desire and the impact we wish to have in the world will come in acting, not in waiting. (more…)
No Rules Leadership
“Life is about making an impact not making an income.”
As a serial entrepreneur, Kevin Kruse has started and sold many successful businesses and had his fair share of failures, too. What he didn’t realise when starting out was that leadership and time management were integral to his success. He became a student and now shows others how to successfully lead and best manage their time. (more…)
Enlightenment Now: The Case for Reason, Science, Humanism, and Progress
by Steven PinkerWritten and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi
In Enlightenment Now the author Steven Pinker argues that the world is in a far greater state than it’s ever been and despite the obvious challenges we face, human progress is undeniable. Now than ever before we are living longer, healthier and happier lives. The solutions lie in enlightenment ideals those that favour science and reason as the solutions to our challenges and continuing advancement. (more…)
A More Beautiful Question
“Stay curious and question everything.”
beautiful question: n an ambitious yet actionable question that can begin to shift the way we perceive or think about something – and that might serve as a catalyst to bring about change. (more…)
Game Changer
“Little moments, BIG memories.”
Fergus Connolly has spent his life working with the world’s elite helping them to prepare and win. From Premier League soccer, The NFL, NBA, Olympic Champions, International Rugby and worlds most secret Special Forces. In this episode, I chat to Fergus Connolly who reveals the secrets he has learned first-hand from working with the worlds greatest winners. (more…)
There Is Nothing Wrong With You!
By Leigh Martinuzzi
The world is in perfect order. Everyone else and everything else seems to be great. Then we look inwardly. “My life sucks!” We get that feeling of irrelevance. Our perspective becomes warped. We begin to believe there is truly something wrong with us.
I believe that is was Jordan Peterson who put it so beautifully in his book, 12 Rules For Life, “there is nothing wrong with you!” At least that is where I believe I received the inspiration to write this article. (more…)
Seven Reasons Not to Wait
Written by Leigh Martinuzzi – Originally Published 20.11.2014
Have you ever sat waiting for a bus that never comes?
How long before you act, change plans, attempt to solve the problem you face? Or do you simply continue to wait?
If you’re waiting for things to happen in life you may be waiting for a very long time. It is our responsibility to create the change we wish to see, both in ourselves and in the world. No one else will do it for us. The outcomes we desire, the impact we wish to have in the world will come in acting, not in waiting. (more…)
The Future & Tech
In this interview, I speak with Futurist Matt Ward about Exponential Technologies and Where We are Headed. People talk about AI and blockchain, Crispr and VR yet the vast majority of folks do not realize how quickly the future is coming or which industries will have the largest impact. Worse still, many believe their futures to be much like their pasts and yet the science, especially when it comes to ageing and AI is advancing exponentially faster than people expect.
Individuals that see the future before it is here are able to better prepare and succeed as the world changes. We discuss why and how exponential technologies will affect health, longevity and humanity. Matt’s greatest concern is that almost globally, society, politics and the cultures we exist in are limited by short-term thinking. Perhaps the best way forward with an attempt to avoid any major catastrophes is to encourage more conversations like this one. Enjoy! (more…)
The Willpower Instinct
Written by Leigh Martinuzzi
Dr Kelly McGonigal is a health psychologist and lecturer at Stanford University who, using neuroscience and psychology, is dedicated to delivering practical tips and strategies to help improve the well-being of others. After the popularity of one of her courses, ‘The Science of Willpower’ McGonigal decided to write this book to elaborate and explain her work further.
In reading The Willpower Instinct I believe McGonigal successful answers the following questions: What is willpower? How does it work? Why does it matter? And, what we can do about enhancing our personal self-control? (more…)
Outsmarting An Economist
Steven Landsburg is an acclaimed author and professor of economics who in this interview dares us to try to outsmart an economist? He wrote his new book, Can You Outsmart an Economist? to inspire and show readers how to do just that by expanding the way you think about decision making and problem-solving.
We discuss the “why” behind economics which he suggests is all about exploring the hidden why or motives behind our behaviours and decisions in daily life. He shares several puzzles from his book aimed to exercise our brain, using logic and problem-solving ability to view things from unique perspectives. It is an enjoyable and entertaining view through the lens of an economist – challenging us to think differently about the decisions we make and what we do. (more…)
There is nothing wrong with you!
Written by Leigh Martinuzzi
The world is in perfect order. Everyone else and everything else seems to be great. Then we look inwardly. “My life sucks!” We get that feeling of irrelevance. Our perspective becomes warped. We begin to believe there is truly something wrong with us.
I believe that is was Jordan Peterson who put it so beautifully in his book, 12 Rules For Life, “there is nothing wrong with you!”
Do you think there is something wrong with you, at times? I have certainly had these feelings. On occasions I still do. However, it couldn’t be further from the truth. We are perfectly brilliant and flawed just as we are.
Humans Are Underrated
by Geoff ColvinWritten by Leigh Martinuzzi
In this book, Geoff Colvin has delivered a brilliantly assembled counter-argument to the notion that technology is taking over the human race. With the advancement of machines, AI and robots killing us in the task and skill race of the functioning world, what chance do we have? Well, as Colvin explains, it may merely be a matter of reconnecting with our roots – the fundamentals of our human nature. (more…)
Enough!
By Leigh Martinuzzi
Why is enough never enough?
I want more. I need more. I have to get more. Achieve more. Love more. Do more. Be more. Say more. Be right more. Think more. Enough! (more…)
The Potential of Heredity
I interview Carl Zimmer, an award-winning, celebrated New York Times columnist and science writer. In this episode, Carl presents a profoundly original perspective on what we pass along from generation to generation. Carl suggests that although Charles Darwin played a crucial part in turning heredity into a scientific question, he failed spectacularly to answer it. The birth of genetics in the early 1900s seemed to do precisely that. A fascinating conversation. (more…)
Willpower Doesn’t Work
Written by Leigh Martinuzzi
There is no such thing as willpower! One’s ability to exert control something, restrain from temptation or impulses is as good as winning the lottery. In this eye-opening read, Benjamin Hardy explores the fallacy of willpower. Whether it exists or not, in Hardy’s research and personal experience he has come to realise that willpower doesn’t work. (more…)
Shawn Askinosie
“Our greatest joy is our sorrow unmasked.” Kahlil Gibran
Shawn Askinosie is the founder and CEO of Askinosie Chocolate, an award-winning craft chocolate factory. A small business doing great things. Shawn was a successful criminal defence lawyer for 20 years, however, he reached a breaking point in which he no longer found joy in what he was doing. For 5 years he searched for a change and eventually started Askinosie Chocolate.
Chris Patterson
“You can get everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want.” Zig Ziglar
Chris has been using his Zig Ziglar Legacy certification to mentor businesses and individuals in the art of Goal Setting and Achievement, Personal Development and Building Winning Relationships. Grateful with the opportunity he received he now pays it forward.In this episode, Chris shares his story in meeting Zig and how their relationship unfolded. Chris and I discuss the power of investing in one’s personal development and the inspiring lessons he took away from Zig’s mentorship and friendship. Be inspired to create a life of great intention and take serious action. (more…)
Enough!
Written by Leigh Martinuzzi
Do you have enough?
Are you enough?
Why is enough never enough?
I wonder in the history of the universe if there has ever been anything or anyone that has been genuinely content with life. Fulfilled with everything they need or want. Grateful. Enough!
I feel regardless of who you are, where you live, your circumstance, or the hand you’ve been dealt – that there is always in some aspect of who we are or the life we live a feeling of lacking, a sense of not enough. (more…)
Summary
“In order to deserve the best, you have to do and be your best. And if I am not getting better, I’m getting worse.”
With a belief that happiness is a choice in this episode Brannon Beliso shares his story and what he’s learnt that has helped him prove this. Filled with inspiring stories, thought and practical takeaways there is a great deal of wisdom that can assist us all to Live Love and Grow. These are the lessons of a reluctant tiger. Enjoy! (more…)
No Ego: How Leaders Can Cut the Cost of Workplace Drama, End Entitlement, and Drive Big Results
by Cy WakemanNo Ego, a book about overcoming workplace drama. Cy Wakeman, past guest on The Hidden Why (episode 459), has written a fantastic book to assist organisations and leaders improve results and reduce staffing costs by creating a culture of accountability rather than one of entitlement. It’s a slap in the face to the current style of leadership, and it starts by understanding the role ego plays in the workplace and how to bypass it. (more…)
The Power of Vulnerability: Teachings on Authenticity, Connection and Courage
by Brene BrownDr Brene Brown has become one of my new favourite people. Ever since I watched her TED Talk titled The Power of Vulnerability, I’ve been hooked on the knowledge and wisdom she shares. She has spent over a decade researching the topic of vulnerability which she would define as “uncertainty, risk and emotional exposure.” She’d further say that vulnerability is not either a good or bad emotion but rather the essence to all emotions that when understood and cultivated will allow us to walk into a greater sense of meaning, purpose and joy in life. (more…)
Summary
In this episode, I chat with best selling author Dan Ariely. I first encountered Dan with his book Payoff, an awesome book on motivation and what drive decisions. We kick off our chat by chatting about resolutions and goal setting and how to improve our techniques and strategies. We also discuss his new book, Dollars and Sense, to better improve our decisions around how we think about and use the money. (more…)
Summary
Roman Muradov is an award-winning author and illustrator living in San Francisco. I speak with Roman in this interview about his new book On Doing Nothing: Finding Inspiration in Idleness
. We discuss expression, creativity, meaning and how to find greater inspiration in doing less. Unique perspectives and a worthwhile listen. Enjoy!His work has appeared in the New Yorker, the New York Times, the Paris Review, Vogue, and Lucky Peach, among others. (more…)
Summary
In this episode, I chat with Ron Carucci, author of Rising to Power and co-founder and managing partner of Navalent – a company dedicated to working with CEOs and executives pursuing transformational change for their organizations, leaders, and industries. In particular, we talk about his methodology for creating organisational excellence via the elements of identity, organisation and leadership. With constant reference to how this process can be beneficial at the individual level to ensure we live more meaningful and fulfilled lives.
Ron has a thirty-year track record helping some of the world’s most influential executives tackle challenges of strategy, organization and leadership. (more…)
Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
by Angela Duckworth“Grit is that ‘extra something’ that separates the most successful people from the rest. It’s the passion, perseverance, and stamina that we must channel to stick with our dreams until they become a reality.” Travis Bradberry
In this book Grit, the author, Angela Duckworth, argues that the key to success is not an innate talent or genius but rather a matter of grit. Duckworth describes that growing up her father would label her as having a lack of ‘genius.’ He often indicated that she might never amount to anything significant. In her lifetime she has proved him wrong. (more…)
Freakonomics Radio by Stephen J. Dubner and WNYC Studios
Freakonomics Radio is the podcast the explores the hidden side of everything. Each week the host Stephen Dubner produces entertaining, fun and often fascinating conversations about the economics that influence, define and shape daily life. Presented by WNYC Studios and his partner and co-author of several New York Times best-selling books, Steve Levitt.
Here is the link to the short and sweet version of how Freakonomics came to be – Freakonomics.com.
In a nutshell, it began with Stephen, a journalist for the New York Times Magazine who found himself heading to Chicago to meet Levitt – an award-winning economist. (more…)
Summary
In this episode, I chat with Ira Israel, the author of How to Survive Your Childhood Now that You’re an Adult. It’s an inspiring and an all-encompassing conversation about how to live a meaningful life. We talk about how in raising consciousness and awareness we can move into a life of authenticity. The key to overcoming anxiety and depression and moving towards a deeper sense of happiness. It really is an exiting discussion that will inspire thought and action.
Ira is a licensed marriage and family therapist and professional clinical counsellor, Ira graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and holds advanced degrees in psychology, philosophy, and religious studies. (more…)
Summary
“A little tiny small move today could actually change our future for the positive tomorrow.”
Peter Shankman is a spectacular example of what happens when you merge the power of pure creativity with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and a dose of adventure and make it work to your advantage. An author, entrepreneur and corporate keynote speaker, this “worldwide connector” is recognized worldwide for radically new ways of thinking about customer service, social media, PR, marketing, advertising, and ADHD.
Peter Shankman is a busy guy and he always seems to have more than 24 hours in a day. How does he do it? (more…)
“Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma – which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition.” Steve Jobs
The noise of the external world is muting the sound of the internal world and therefore our intuition pays the price.
What moments do we have in the day to connect within? How much time do we give to listen to our internal voice? To the desires that I believe guide us in living a life more beautifully and purposefully. (more…)
Helen Mitas is a hypnotherapist, author, speaker, business mentor, and is the founder of Hypnofit that has helped thousands of people radically enhance their energy, vitality, and motivation.
The statistics indicate that 65% of the workforce is suffering some kind of anxiety or depression and it’s inhibiting them from living a kick-ass life. Helen has a passion to help these people overcome this problem so they can once again love life. (more…)
Summary
This is a replay interivew that I did with Jenny Santi. You can review the full show notes here at episode 31.
Jenny Sanit is the best-selling author of The Giving Way to Happiness in which she shares stories and the science behind the life-changing power of giving.
It’s a wonderful conversation about giving, not only the benefits but also the tecnhiques. How to get more involved in a way that has meaning and also without not feeling guilty. (more…)
Summary
“There is no justification for lack of love.”
In this episode we discuss love! I for one understand how it is too easy to be turned away from topics on love but in this conversation, we go deep into what true love is and why it’s a key building block to a life with greater freedom, fulfillment, and happiness.
Scott shares his amazing and tragic life story and how he used to love to overcome all the challenges he has faced. We all benefit from the powerful energy that is love even though it may not always be the easiest to act on. An inspiring chat. (more…)
Summary
Cy Wakeman is the author of No Ego: How Leaders Can Cut the Cost of Workplace Drama, End Entitlement, and Drive Big Results
. She describes herself as a “Drama-researcher.” Her book is about reinventing leadership thinking to reduce the costs of drama in the workplace creating happy and more productive people and places.We have an amazing conversation about suffering, about drama, about ego and how not only can we dispose of the waste drama causes in our workplace but also how it relates to the drama an ineffectiveness it can cause in our everyday lives. Brilliant stuff! (more…)
A Thought on not Drinking
“Drinking is an emotional thing. It joggles you out of the standardism of everyday life, out of everything being the same. It yanks you out of your body and your mind and throws you against the wall. I have the feeling that drinking is a form of suicide where you’re allowed to return to life and begin all over the next day. It’s like killing yourself, and then you’re reborn. I guess I’ve lived about ten or fifteen thousand lives now.” Charles Bukowski
I often feel like I am trying to offer others suggestions on how to live life more correctly. Honestly, that is not my wish even though some people have told me at times I comes across that way. My sincere intention is that through reflection and introspection I can share different perspectives that challenge the way others think and inspire people to create healthy lifestyles. (more…)
I Felt Like I Wasn’t Enough. I Felt Like a Failure.
“Fuck what you know. You need to forget about what you know, that’s your problem. Forget about what you think you know about life, about friendship, and especially about you and me.” Tyler Durden
In in my late teens and throughout my 20’s I felt like I wasn’t enough. I felt like it wasn’t achieving anything great. I felt unintelligent, stupid and really immature.
As I tried to define myself and sense of self-worth based on these feelings and personal insecurities I found myself venturing down paths and on a journey in life that kind of sucked and wasn’t truly as I desired. (more…)
Summary
Sharon Spano has a Ph.D. in Human and Organizational Systems. She is an author, corporate business strategist, work force expert, professional speaker and former radio host of WorkSmart Live. Sharon empowers business leaders and entrepreneurs to maximize performance, improve employee engagement, and increase bottom-line results.
In this episode, we discuss her new book The Pursuit of Time and Money: Step into Radical Abundance and Discover the Secret to a Meaningful Prosperous Life
, which has been written to help others adopt new paradigms about time and money so that they can step into radical abundance in every area of their lives. Her research focuses on wisdom, adult development, and leadership.
432 A Life With No Regrets
“If I were to look back on my life would I have regret for how I am living my life today?”
Not so long ago for me, life didn’t make much sense. I couldn’t make sense of what I was doing or where I was heading. I really started to wonder that if this is how my life would continue for the next 5, 10, 20 or even 30 what would be the point of it all.
And as I pondered this thought I knew I had to do something to change. The paths that I was on weren’t giving me a great deal to be excited about and I didn’t want to look back on my life regretting it. I may be absolutely wrong but I get the feeling that I am not alone. (more…)
Not Sure of Your Life’s Purpose? Don’t worry – No One Is! We Create it.
“The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” Eleanor Roosevelt
Do you find yourself stagnant in life? Wondering what it is that you are supposed to be doing with your life?
As we look around us we see all these people doing and achieving great things and as we reflect on our own lives not sure of our purpose. Sound familiar?
I this short 3 minutes thought I explore this feeling and as I have discovered non-of us are born with purpose we create it. Everything in our life is a creation of the mind. If you want more purpose in life, expose yourself to more experiences. (more…)
Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow
by Yuval Noah Harari “This is the best reason to learn history: not in order to predict the future but to free yourself from the past and imagine alternative destinies. Of course, this is not total freedom – we cannot avoid being shaped by the past. But some freedom is better than none.”
This is Yuval’s sequel to his New York Times bestseller, Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind
. In this book, he brilliantly assembled Human kinds brief history in an attempt to highlight how the current socio-cultural climate of modern day life came to be. (more…)
What is Power?
“What then is freedom? The power to live as one wishes.” Marcus Tullius Cicero
Power is the ability to do something or act in a particular way. The reason we crave power is that it gives us a greater sense of control, authority or influence over others.
Real power isn’t in the hands of those that attempt to put themselves into such positions in life. Trying to control all the is external can be fruitless without and lead to a life without greater meaning or reward.
Power gives us certainty in an uncertain life. Like a dollar in our hands gives us comfort in the thought that we will not starve yet when it is not there, what then? The power that is found in having control over external elements in life can easily disappear when external elements shift – and they often do. (more…)
Summary
Patrick Rhone is an essayist, speaker, personal guide, and author of 6 books living in Saint Paul, MN with his wife and nine-year-old daughter. Through his writing, he tells personal stories and explores ideas about living a life of mindfulness, compassion, introspection, and truth. He says, “Writing is how I try to make the world a better, friendlier, stronger place.”
This is a chat about discovering who you are. Find your journey and live a more purposeful life through mindfulness, minimalism, and truth.
Key Take Outs
- The I and the Self – Who are you?
- Consciousness (awareness) and none dualism. We are everything and nothing at the same time.
- A practice of mindfulness. The Why and how. Try creating a few moments of peace.
- The journey of life – there are many paths, choose yours.
Quick round questions
Do you have any routines and rituals that you believe contribute to your success?
Mindfulness, meditation, walks, nature, time with his daughter.
What advice would you give your 20-year-old self?
Keep writing.
What is the meaning of success?
Now.
What is your number one productivity advice?
Learn how to say “no.” Find the trash can, delete and declutter.
What advice would you give someone that needing/wanting to make a change?
Discover who you are.
Favourite Food
Ice-cream.
Favorite Leisure Activity
Hiking
Favourite Book
For Whom the Bell Tolls
by Ernest Hemmingwayenough
by Patrick RhoneThis Could Help
by Patrick RhoneFavourite Quote
“Just be kind.”
Do we all have a why?
Yes! Ask yourself who are you.
What does living with passion and purpose mean?
Right now.
How to find Patrick Rhone
Patrick is currently not currently online but his books and more are available at patrickrhone.com.
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World
by Adam Grant“The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore, all progress depends on the unreasonable man.” George Bernard Shaw
In this book Adam Grant explores what it takes to be original. It’s a compelling read that disrupts the conventional thinking as it relates to what makes anything unique and original. Adam’s research highlights how we can break conformity to generate new ideas. (more…)
Smarter Faster Better: The Transformative Power of Real Productivity
By Charles Duhigg“The choices that are most powerful in generating motivation, in other words, are decisions that do two things: They convince us we’re in control and they endow our actions with larger meaning.”
In Charles Duhigg’s previous book, The Power of Habit, he researched into the reasons why we do what we do through the study of habits. It is brilliantly insightful and provides a framework to better understanding habits and how to form habits in life that are more purposeful.
You can review my full review here episode 313.
I believe this book has set the benchmark for his work including his newest book Smarter Faster Better. His approach this time was to research the universal concepts that can help us improve our effectiveness, and in the process becoming smarter, faster and better and everything we do. (more…)
Summary
Pamela Gold grew up on her family’s apple farm in upstate New York, graduated from Yale University, and then entered the business world in NYC where she was the point person on an IPO at the age of 24.
Leaving the workforce to start a family, she co-founded West Village Parents and went on to pursue her passion for fitness and wellness. It was through this pursuit that she discovered yoga, which connected her love of philosophy, science, psychology, and wellness and eventually led her to discover her life’s work – teaching inner peace.
That is this conversation we have a healthful chat about her work and her book Find More Strength: 5 Pillars to Unlock Unlimited Power and Happiness. Enjoy the value Pamela shares and increase the power and happiness in your life.
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: The Surprising Science Behind Why Everything You Know About Success Is (Mostly) Wrong
by Eric Barker“Fundamentally, your brain doesn’t like or want to believe in randomness. It always believes you have some control, even when you don’t. It may be delusional but we’re happier deluded. And delusion ironically makes us perform better on average.” Eric Barker
Eric Barker is an interesting dude. Why? It’s because of his fascination and curiosity for learning and teaching others how to create and live an awesome life. He asks questions that relate to success that many of us don’t. He seeks to find insight to the flip side of everything we’ve been told and everything most of us believe about what determines success. (more…)
Summary
Tim is the author of four books, including the New York Times bestseller Love Is the Killer App: How To Win Business & Influence Friends.
He is the former Yahoo Chief Solutions Officer and has consulted with industry leaders, governments and trade associations on sales processes, new media, leadership development and talent management. He’s a top-rated speaker, talked about author and entrepreneur.
His philosophy on business life is simple: Share your knowledge, network and compassion to multiply the value of everyone you interact with. In this episode we focus on those three things. You’ll enjoy the value he brings! (more…)
Want to know what’s holding you back?
“What’s holding you back is the thought that something is holding you back.” Ralph Marston
If you wish to understand what’s holding you back. Holding you back from starting that project. Holding you back from finishing a project. Holding you back from achieving a goal, making a change, finding love, making some more money – holding you back from happiness.
Then ask yourself this questions, “What’s holding me back from… (fill in the blank)?” (more…)
Numbing Emotions – We Cannot Target Specific Emotions
I listened to a great Ted Talk by Brene Brown recently titled The Power of Vulnerability. Amazing talk and to no surprise about the great benefits that can come from being vulnerable. More on vulnerability another day.
One thing that she said within her that talk that stood out and was so powerful was this, “We numb vulnerability. We are the most in debt, obese, addicted and over medicated adult cohort in US history. The problem is that we cannot selectively numb emotion.” (more…)
“Are you living life or just paying bills until you die?”
Jay Samit is the author of Disrupt You!: Master Personal Transformation, Seize Opportunity, and Thrive in the Era of Endless Innovation
. He is a change agent who aim to teach others how the same strategies and principles used to disrupt industries, can be applied at the individual level.It was a great chat with many great insights that will spark creative thought, innovation and change. Enjoy!
You can check out the full show notes here – Episode 094 with Jay Samit
Powerful Questions That Will Impact How We Live Our Life
If we don’t pause and give ourselves space to ask and answer questions that matter, we may find ourselves living our life without great meaning or purpose. Questions have been the catalyst to my personal transformation and are the source and continually support for living a happy life.
These are a few questions that I ask in efforts to live with greater passion and purpose. There are more – if you haven’t yet please take time to download and review the questions in my Discover Your Why: Life Purpose Questionnaire, here.
I have recently read and reviewed two amazing books that research and address the power of asking questions. You can find the link to both reviews below and pick yourself up a copy of these book by using the amazon links provided. (more…)
Forget What You Think You Know
“Fuck what you know. You need to forget about what you know, that’s your problem. Forget about what you think you know about life, about friendship, and especially about you and me.” Tyler Durden – Fight Club
To let go, to progress, to seek the answers to the most pressing problems we face individually and as a society we ned to forget what we think we know and in doing so create a better existence and positively advance in life. Enjoy this thought! (more…)
Summary
Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist and both a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine. His specialty – Sleep Disorders.
Dr. Breus is the Author of The Power of When which is about discovering our Chronotype, biological clock, so we reveal how we can work better with our body, not against it. He is also the Author of The Sleep Doctor’s Diet Plan: Lose Weight Through Better Sleep and Good Night: The Sleep Doctor’s 4-WeekProgram to Better Sleep and Better Health, both that continue to change the lives of readers.
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“Is it kind, is it necessary, is it true, and does it improve the silence?”
A brilliant conversation I had with Gayle Hardie, founder of the Global Leadership Foundation and expert in transformational health. In this conversation we discuss all things on leadership, change, emotional health, why environment is paramount, practices including meditation, competition vs. abundance, why choice is a gift and how we must all take responsibility for the leadership of our own lives through the choices we make.
You can review full show notes here.
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“The unreal is more powerful than the real, because nothing is as perfect as you can imagine it, because it’s only intangible ideas, concepts, beliefs, fantasies that last. Stone crumbles, wood rots. People, well, they die. But things as fragile as a thought, a dream, a legend, they can go on and on.” Chuck Palahniuk
There is not one meaning of success. You define success! What does a successful existence look like to you? Go after that. Create the desires, spread the ideas and thoughts in your mind like a virus spreads disease. Allow it to obsess the mind until the belief forms the behaviours that make what you desire reality.
Understand this, there is not magic pill we can swallow to live the life we desire. This is not recipe for success. What works for one doesn’t necessarily apply to another. There are concepts in life however that we must seek to do the work within that will put us at advantage to living a successful and happy life.
Enjoy this solo rant!
The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business
by Charles Duhigg“The Golden Rule of Habit Change: You can’t extinguish bad a habit, you can only change it.”
This is such a well-researched read. Insights that will be sure to inspire. Charles Duhigg is an award winning reporter for the New York Times and author of Smarter Faster Better, a book about productivity which now I must also read.
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Duhigg has helped me understand habits. Why they exist and how I can go about changing them. What’s more is that in understanding habits I not only get insight into my behaviours but also why others behave in certain way. This is good for leadership, influence, and business.
If you want to know why you are not getting the desired results in what you pursue understanding behaviours and habits may give you some great clues.
“I do not negotiate with my mind.” Tony Robbins
I heard Tony Robbins in an interview recently – an inspirational mofo to say the least. However, he said something that was so powerful yet simple, he said, “I do not negotiate with my mind.”
I do not negotiate with my mind!!!
This is a habit that he has built through practice and now his drive, ambition, courage and energy to keep up the progress to keep seeking greater fulfilment is on autopilot. (more…)
Summary
Paul Colaianni is a personal empowerment coach, author, and host of the top-rated, award-winning personal growth podcast called The Overwhelmed Brain.
His passion is to empower people so that they can make decisions that are right for them. Stress, anxiety, and negative thoughts are huge obstacles to happiness. One must learn to make healthy decisions and place his/her needs first.
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His book The Overwhelmed Brain provides proven methodologies for smarter, actionable ways to be true to yourself, build positive relationships, overcome stress and anxiety, stop self-sabotage, make smart decisions, and rise above your fears. (more…)
Your Three Superpowers with Brendon Sage
“Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them.” William Shakespeare
Brendan is a Mind-Body Mastery Coach and Host of The Youniversity Podcast. He is certified under The John Maxwell Team. Brendan is a passionate person who is dedicated to living his life fully. He has been to the lowest of lows and now is on a mission to unleash his inner power and helping others in the process.
In this episode Brendan talks about Your Three Superpowers – they are:
- The power to move
- The power to express
- The power to serve
You can reach Brendan as his website Brendan Sage.
Enjoy todays solo show with Brendan and let me know what you think by posting your comments below.
What makes the other person in a relationship feel greater will ultimately be the thing that takes you to the next level. This is a concept that can be applied to any relationships in life. What benefits one often will benefit the other.
In nature this is called Mutualism – the way two organisms of different species exist in a relationship in which each individual benefits from the activity of the other. More on this thought here.
What’s is life without relationships. Lonely, cold and depressing and that too is not necessarily great for our own state of being nor is it conducive to our ability to continually progress and to reach our best potential.
Enjoy todays thought and leave your comments below.
A More Beautiful Question: The Power of Inquiry to Spark Breakthrough Ideas
By Warren BergerA freaking inspiring read. As the tittle suggest this book has the power of inquiry to spark breakthrough ideas. I read it a halfway through and had ideas pouring out of my head. Too many in fact that I had to rest from the book. Questions are powerful and they have the power not only to generate great or greater business ideas and innovation but also the power to awaken your to life.
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The Hidden Why has been created to inspire people to ask those bigger quesitons. What is your why? What is your purpose? This is the question that got the ball rolling for me to start living the life that I desire, not the life that I thought I had to live. Warren has dedicated an entire chapter to asking questions about life. Thoughts that will inspire you to start challenging your beliefs on how life is meant to be lived. Thoughts that will give you permission to dream in greater possibilities.
Summary
Sam Alibrando, PhD, is an organizational consultant, psychotherapist, author, teacher, workshop facilitator, collaborative mediator, and executive coach. He has worked on the three-dimensional model for nearly 35 years and has taught it to thousands of people. He is currently an assistant professor at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, where he teaches executive coaching.
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Dr. Alibrando is also the author of a new book “The 3 Dimensions of Emotions: Finding the Balance of Power, Heart, and Mindfulness in All Your Relationships.” Just as there are three dimensions of the physical world , there are three dimensions of the interpersonal world. How well we learn to navigate them directly corresponds to how well we live our lives, how happy and fulfilled we feel. (more…)
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change
By Stephen CoveyWell what an amazing book and a great must read!
It’s no secret, I love reading! I have the aim of a book a week and also listen to a book every week or two using audible. I love it and I am hooked.
When someone who inspires me mentions a great book to read I get this impulse to purchase. I use to have list of books to read but it was getting too long, enough to cover an entire year. I just read what is of interest to me in the moment or what sounds of interest and is on hands.
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Here is a book review I wrote a couple of years ago and have now updated into podcast form also. If you are going to read one thing today start reading this book – forget this post.
I don’t share all the books I listen to or read as sometimes I find it hard to share the value they offer but this one is a must read. I was attracted to it by my amazon recommendation and was caught by the tittle, so impulse click, it was shipped to me from the US.
Summary
Having been a direct response marketer since 1999, John has helped thousands of customers in many industries including: Management Consulting, Finance, Sales, IT, Manufacturing, and many more – develop more conversations (and sales) with their ideal future customers.
John is the guy organisations (small and large) come to when they want to know how to turn more conversations into cash.
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As the Co-founder and CEO of Direct MSGing; a direct response communications company that helps companies grow their personal networks using direct marketing principles for maximum ROI… John and his team help by building your connections, communicating with them, and identify for you – those golden prospects that you can speak with, now. (more…)
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Jerome is the Chief Epic Officer of The Epic Advantage, a global leadership development company that helps top tier professionals lead high performing people, teams and organizations.
His expertise is in Leadership Development, Performance, and Motivation. I am committed to helping people Unleash Greatness, Accelerate Opportunity, and Maximize Performance. The Epic Advantage provides solutions to the #1 challenge in business and organizational leadership as well as personal and professional performance.
He is a Keynote Speaker, Corporate Trainer, Executive Coach and adventurist. In this episode we discuss the importance of self-leadership, three powerful questions to helping you live and lead a more epic life, plus more GOLD to help you take the flying leap to living a life that you truly desire.
Enjoy this one and if you love it share it with your network and until next time, peace, passion & purpose. (more…)
Hustle: The Power to Charge Your Life with Money, Meaning, and Momentum
by Neil Patel, Patrick Vlaskovits & Jonas KofflerTo hustle or not to hustle, perhaps there is no in-between. I have my own thoughts on this word and am still not sure if I actually like it. It’s not the word itself but perhaps the context and manner in which it is used – I think it’s too trendy and can relay an incorrect message. I share my thoughts in this book reflection.
The term hustle to me means to work freaking hard, in a forceful way, to have greater achievement. I believe that if taken too literally it may find people living to viciously in the future and therefor missing our the benefits of being present and now. I also believe that if we enjoy what we do the term loses its meaning. When you do what you love it becomes less forceful, no matter how hard or how long the hours that you dedicate to your art. (more…)
A Thought on Happiness: Found Internally Not Externally
As I grow and experience this life I gain more happiness. This may not have been the case if I didn’t take my own initiative to make significant change in my life. It is my belief that for many of us as we depart our parents bracing arms and the support of schooling life into a world of independence and adulthood, and as we do we become less happy as time passes.
I have never been happier and while I could list out a number of defining factors and reasons for this the one that infiltrates my thoughts today is that I have become more inwardly focused. This is not from a level of selfishness, quite the contrary actually. I feel as though I have become even more selfless in the focus inwardly on my own happiness.
“Criticism, like rain, should be gentle enough to nourish a mans growth without destroying his roots.” Frank A. Clark
Do I encourage feedback? Feedback and criticism can be hard to swallow but, it’s essential if you want to make powerful improvements and progress in life. In this episode I share my thoughts on what feedback I choose to listen to, and how I handle and respond to it.
This is critical – Why? The reality we live in is directly a creation of how we choose to interact with it. There is a great quote by Charles R. Swindoll thats states, “life is 10% of what happens and 90% of how you react to it.” As this relates to feedback I suggest how you react to feedback is more important than the feedback itself.
I value my continual self-improvement. In efforts to become my best potential in life I listen to constructive feedback and draw from it the powerful benefits it can have.
“Feedback is the breakfast of champions.” Ken Blanchard.
Enjoy this thought. Peace, passion & purpose.
Powerful Feedback – Ideal For Greater Clarity & Improving You To Your Full Potential
Do I encourage feedback? If you are human you will understand how it feels to receive feedback, whether positive or negative. Feedback and criticism can be hard to swallow but, it’s essential if you want to make powerful improvements and progress in life. What feedback we choose to listen to, and how we handle and respond to it is critical.
Why? The reality we live in is directly a creation of how we choose to interact with it. There is a great quote by Charles R. Swindoll thats states, “life is 10% of what happens and 90% of how you react to it.” As this relates to feedback I suggest how you react to feedback is more important than the feedback itself.
Success Is for You: Using Heart-Centered Power Principles for Lasting Abundance and Fulfillment
“Always be yourself, express yourself, have faith in yourself, do not go out and look for a successful personality and duplicate it.” Bruce Lee
This is a read that I really didn’t expect. It is a different take and approach on success from what you may expect and certainly worth a read.
Dr. David R. Hawkins is a renowned physician, lecturer and researcher of consciousness, which is the state of being aware and responsive to one’s surroundings. If we can only be more aware of ourselves internally and how we respond to external happenings may then we attain more success.
Dr. Hawkins concepts seem very much common sense, including business and psychological behaviours that help propel success, however along the journey to success we loose touch with them. The idea is to gain consciousness and become aware that will then assist us in discovering true success.
The Past Is Not Your Future – The Direction You Take Is
Is where you are today truly where you desire to be? This is a question that should make our “great-questions-to-reflect-on-list.” This is a question I have asked myself many times throughout my life however in reflection I could never really answer it with any great clarity or certainty. There is reason for this. I also believe that it is a question that many of us don’t ask ourselves, and there is reason for this, too.
If we take the position that we are, right now, exactly where we want to be, one would assume that we are then truly satisfied in life. It would also indicate to me that our past has included a series of ideal moments and events that have brought us to this point. Looking inwardly this certainly is not the case for me, for I have in the past and still in the present find that I am not where I want to be. (more…)
Nothing is Permanent – Do Not Let Your Past Predict Your Future
I have been hurt, anxious, and awake in the middle of the night crying. I have been in trouble, in serious trouble, I have hurt another, I have been in an accident, had accidents, been embarrassed and bullied. I have been an addict, depressed, on the brink of alcoholism, on drugs, hard drugs, obsessed, hooked and out of control.
I have been in a break up, I have burnt down a hill, I have felt guilty, dishonest, and even unfaithful. I have stolen, I have told lies, held secrets, I have told stories to make my own situation better. I have judged, I have yelled, I have screamed, I have shouted hate, abuse, and obscenities. I have hated.
Your Guide To When Saying Yes & No Is Appropriate
In this episode I share my thoughts on when it is appropriate to say yes and when to say no. This are two very powerful words and both have the ability to transform our lives.
One is not necessarily more favourable than the other, both have there time and there place however there is much literature and talk out there that says you need to master the art of saying yes or saying no. I believe you must master the art of saying both and this is simply by becoming more aware of when its suitable to use either one.
Enjoy my thoughts and make sure you check out my blog post here for more details. Until next time, peace, passion and purpose.
“Find yourself in the service of others.” Gandhi
If we can practice being in greater service and aim to give back as much as possible will we raise the quality of our own lives.
In this episode I share my thought on why in service to others will we benefit greatly in life and also aim to inspire and encourage you to become more aware on how you can start doing more today.
Offer great value and you will receive great value.
Peace, passion and purpose.
Your Guide to When Saying YES or NO is Appropriate
Do you say no, more than you say yes? Why? And what circumstances require the appropriate response? There is a lot of talk in the motivational field and amongst entrepreneurs about both, the power of no, and that of yes. I feel that we have an over-abundance of information available to us and this is a topic that is of no exception. There are entire books written separately for each one of these
Do I wish to further clutter this talk, not really! I wish to just shed some light on the topic from my view point to assist you in assessing when you should be saying no and when a yes, may be more appropriate.
I said yes today to waking up at 6am. I said yes to going to the gym. I sad yes to interviewing someone for my podcast. I even said yes to two cups of coffee before 1pm. I am not sure how many times I said no today but am feeling I have said yes more to the things I want to do and that I know I should. There have been a few noes. (more…)
Summary
“If you want a better answer ask a better question.”
Wayne Donnelly is a Hypno-therapist and motivational speaker helping people to become untuck in their lives and make massive change. He gets a great sense of joy and satisfaction from helping people achieve significant change in their life. He also enjoys entertaining and making people laugh and loves to host entertainment events with a hypnosis theme.
In this show we discuss all things hypnosis in efforts to demystify what it is, what the benefits are and why it helps so many people overcome major challenge in life and make significant change. We talk about phobias and overcoming fear in general, why it’s never too late to make a career change in life, and how our conscious and subconscious thoughts work.
Altered Beast: The 6 Tricks to Power Up Your Life.
Do you remember the game Altered Beast? At least I think that’s what it was called. We played it on the Sega Master system. What a freaking revolution that console was. We spent so many hours playing games, and platform games like Altered Beast were the bomb!
To be honest we probably spent too many hours on the machine but at the time, it was worth it! Being that we were kids, playing was important, as was the creative influence it had on our minds, imagination and intellect.
In Altered Beast you had to make your way through the stage as a normal man however as you ventured through the level you could power-up. It you played well you could power-up quick and stay powered-up yet at the same time if you made a mistake or fucked up you would loose your powers and momentum.
The idea was to stay powered-up so that when you got to the end “bad guy”, you would be in better position to whop his arse. The concept of powering-up yourself to better complete the game was common amongst most, at the time. In Sonic you got coins for extra lives and other speed based power-ups and in Mario Bros you ate mushrooms and grew big helping you smash your way through the levels with greater ease. (more…)
Summary
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our Light, not our Darkness, that most frightens us.”
Michelle Cashman is a very strong and determined individual who in life has lived through some fairly sizeable challenges. At the age of 15 she found herself homeless going from couch to couch, working her way into crime and drugs Her personal story is an inspiring one and one that she opens up to in the interview.
This is a very natural flowing discussion that really revolves around personal growth, story telling to inspire and encourage hope and living life to the fullest. As a talented singer songwriter she has followed this passion however it was through the exploration of this passion she realised her greater calling and that is to help encourage and motivate others.
Abundance Now: Amplify Your Life & Achieve Prosperity Today by Lisa Nichols
“Abundance is when you are living a life that you love and loving the life that you are living.” Lisa Nichols
Is your cup half-full or half-empty? Abundance is a mindset and we have the power to live a life of abundance or conversely, live a life of scarcity.
As Lisa describes in this book abundance is not something available for purchase but rather something we tap into, develop, cultivate and grow.
This means we can all live rich and abundant lives but what does that really mean.
Lisa’s definition of abundance is when you are living a life that you love and loving the life that you are living.
Abundance is having a large quantity of something, anything. In regards to abundance in the context of life it relates to your prosperity, hence the subtitle of Lisa’s book.
“Ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and the door will open.”
The law of attraction states that we can attract and manifest with our thoughts all that we desire. It goes about saying the the Universe has a powerful and magnetic ability to attract similar energies. If you put into practice positive and powerful manifestation of all the you desire you can transform your reality.
A little hippie and out there and in part I share this belief. I do believe that we, using our thoughts can attract into our lives those things we desire. I also believe that we can attract into our lives things we don’t desire. The power of our thoughts and the Universe.
Summary
“Enjoy yourself; it’s going to be awesome.”
Jairek is on a mission to help both organisations and individuals reach their peak performance rapidly and when they get there helping them sustain it.
He runs a lifestyle business that allows him to work flexibly around the world while still helping others reach their individuals and business goals.
In this interview we discuss his journey and what he has learned along the way in searching for self-discovery and what light him up. This includes the exploration of and trying new things and having varying experiences. You can always come back to those things you enjoy but through various experiences can you truly discover your deeper reason and why.
We discuss many other interesting topics including: whether its good to have a plan A and B; how to best integrate work and life; what he has learned from a mentor of his, Gary Vaynerchuk, the art of hustle; chasing dreams and also his rituals and routines.
Please leave your comments and thoughts and until next time peace, passion and purpose.
The Motivation Manifesto: 9 Declarations to Claim Your Personal Power by Brendon Burchard
“Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth.” John F. Kennedy
If there were one book I would recommend you read to start off your year it would be this one. I ended the year reading it but could easily read it again.
The thought provoking content, the motivation, the inspirational energy and the burning desire it has sparked within are still hanging with me now.
If you are in a place of darkness or just stuck in some limiting form of life, which I understand for the majority, it is the case, then this book has the power to transform you and push you to taking action and control of your life and your destiny.
This is my top read of 2015. Simple and to the point, motivationally purposeful, thought provokingly insightful, ground breaking, powerful and transformational.
A Powerful Habit Changing Process in 5 Steps
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is no an act, but a habit.” Aristotle
The New Year is here and for many of that means we have set some goals for the year and come up with action plans to take us there. The New Year marks for us new beginnings and a chance to make some changes, to transform and develop a new and improved self.
If everyday you can make yourself that little bit better just imagine what you will become over a lifetime of continual improvement.
It’s something about the first of January that for many of us represents a fresh start, a clean slate to keep on track and to accomplishing everything that we so desire in life. (more…)
A Powerful Habit Changing Process in 5 Steps
Want to create some lasting habit, perhaps break a few of those old, not so great habits? Have a listen as I discuss a 5 step process to assist you in building greater habits.
Great habits help build a solid life of success likewise those limiting ones can hold you back. The issues is often we go about implementing new habits and breaking old ones all wrong and therefore often fail.
These 5 steps will guide you on a new path to help sustain those habits you wish to build to create a life you wish to live.
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence is, then, not an act, but a habit.” Aristotle.
Aaron is a life and business coach who has led a successful career as a veteran entrepreneur creating and selling many businesses along the way. He now draws on his 37 years of entrepreneurial and life experiences to help other men in creating greater success in their own life and businesses.
With all his experience thought challenges faced himself Aaron show us how we can lead a life with consistent pursuit of excellence. Why clearing your schedule of the unnecessary is advisable with a mindset of working smarter not harder. What it means to live life of significance and the benefits of coaching and forming master mind groups.
“Go an inch wide and dig a mile deep.”
Crush It!: Why NOW Is the Time to Cash In on Your Passion by Gary Vaynerchuk
So what is holding you back from living a life following your passions?
Is it fear, the unknown, where to begin, the troll voice that comes in your head and tells you that you cannot.
How will you ever make a living out of your passions?
Sometimes we look at others and simply tell ourselves that its ok for them but I could never achieve what they do. My passion and ideas could never make money or let alone a career out of them. Just read this book!
In this book Gary explains why now is the time to cash in on your passion and even shows you how you can do it. Its quick easy to read guide that illustrates how he revolutionised the wine industry and took his family business from $4 million to $60 million in five years using his video blog and Wine Library TV. (more…)
From growing up with his many awesome movies, Arnie, to many of us is a legend. With great lines like “get to the chopper”, or “ I’ll be back”, the most quoted movie line ever, he has certainly built his celebrity status.
He has however done so much more and is truly a man of great success in which we could all learn a thing or two from. And I am sure for all the success he has had, he has had equally a far share of challenges and turmoil.
Like not too long ago he was unfaithful to his wife. Two sides to the story I am sure. But being so successful and so admired I am positive that he would have women throwing themselves at him all the time.
Consciousness & Reality
Mark Gober is the author of An End to Upside Down Thinking: Dispelling the Myth That the Brain Produces Consciousness and the Implications for Everyday Life
. Curious and intrigued by the nature of the universe and with a desire to answer some of life’s big questions Mark began his journey and what he discovered was an upside-down view on the nature of consciousness.He delivers this breakthrough concept that consciousness creates all material reality. Biological processes do not create consciousness. His book has been described as Stephen Hawking’s A Brief History of Time meets Eckhart Tolle’s The Power of Now. (more…)
Waking Up – The Spiritual Science
Steve Taylor PhD is the author of several best-selling books on psychology and spirituality and is a senior lecturer in psychology at Leeds Beckett University. In this episode, I discuss Steve’s work in the fields of psychology and spirituality and explore why spirituality is necessary for making sense of the world. Are we experiencing a global shift in consciousness?We discuss his two most recent books, Spiritual Science and The Leap. It’s a fascinating conversation that left me asking some deeper questions about my level of wakefulness and the journey I’m on. The conversation also challenges the ideals of the secular paradigm and the logic of science in which the world operates and how now we are indeed seeing a shift back towards spirituality. Enjoy!
Summary
The real JB Glossinger – a person just like you, trying to work hard and make a difference in the world. Making many mistakes and have a share of failures along the way. His intentions have always been positive, but that doesn’t always lead to positive outcomes. This matters to both personal and business life. SO far he has had a variety of experiences in life yet despite all the amazing and not so amazing times he never found real peace and happiness, so I looked deep within and focused on spirituality and metaphysics, even earning a Ph.D. in the latter.
It was about that same time that he began to learn how to share his message including the launch of his highly rated podcast. (more…)
Summary
Suze Yalof Schwartz is the Founder and CEO of Unplug Meditation, the world’s first drop-in secular meditation studio. She is also the author of Unplug: A Simple Guide to Meditation for Busy Skeptics and Modern Soul Seekers.
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In 2012, Suze learned a three-minute meditation that changed her life forever. Once she discovered meditation, she was determined to keep doing it but she could not find a place to easily learn and practice. After taking hundreds of hours of classes, reading every book possible, and listening to podcasts and lectures from the world’s most famous meditation teachers, Suze realized that meditation needed a makeover. (more…)
The Essential Laws of Fearless Living: Find the Power to Never Feel Powerless Again
By Guy Finley“The limit of your present understanding is not the limit of your possibilities.”
The idea that we limit our ability to live into our full potential and to live this life without ever having accomplished all those dreams and desires we have scares me. It is a fear of mine to reach the end having this inner sense of regret. This is why I take purposeful action towards living my why and following the path which is my own journey. I believe it is on this path that greater freedom, fulfilment and happiness can not only be reached but are actually lived by following this path.
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Fear however does slow me. It slows many of us. While I am committed and to some levels fearless towards creating my own path in this life, one that is true to my Self, my self-limiting beliefs around what is possible can get in the way – often enough! As Guy eludes to in the above quote it’s my lacking of understanding and knowledge that truly slows me and therefore perhaps nothing else. (more…)
Summary
Doug Hensch is an ICF credentialed coach who brings a wealth of experience and passion to the work he does for his clients. His philosophy is simple: Set meaningful goals. Identify your strengths. Work in them regularly.
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This philosophy guided him at Nextel Communications where he led the company’s eCare efforts that resulted in yearly savings that exceeded $10 million. Working in his strengths with purpose helped him launch a leading self-improvement web site that helped over 100,000 people increase their well-being and resilience. (more…)
Summary
Rob Scott is dedicated to helping people succeed. He has spent the last decade of his life working with thousands of people, shifting their identities, and showing them how to evolve their consciousness to get incredible results across all areas of their businesses, their health, their relationships, and their lives.
In this episode we discuss what it means to have massive breakthroughs of more money, more health, more time and quite simply, more happiness and fulfillment. He has a couple of podcasts online and another one on the way, well worth listening to.
Rob is literally living the dream, deeply present, loves his partner, loves his work and thankfully, he is really successful at it.
I really hope you enjoy this chat and all the wonderful take outs. Would love to know what you walked away with so please let me know below in the commnets.
Until next time, you know the drill, peace, passion and purpose.
Tops Books of 2015: My top 10
Ok, so here it is, a little delayed but I got there. This is my 2015 top 10 book selection. Some of them are in my top 10 of all time.
Why is reading so important? Well for me its simple- I learn stuff. Sounds a little nerdy but the joy and excitement I get from learning is powerful in my life. I believe it would be powerful in anyone’s life.
It is a common behaviour among the successful as well, so it must have some credibility. Actually I heard a while back that reading a book every week is like doing a college degree every year. The rewards are huge.
Summary
“Don’t die while your music is still within you.”
Spirituality and enlightenment is often something that is seen as only available to only those “wise gurus” however the process to enlightenment is something that we can all share. The issue is trying to make sense of all the information- it can be a little overwhelming. Bring in Kirstie Ganobsik and Trina Noelle.
They write and share lessons they have learnt as well as common sense approaches and experiences, sometimes humorous, that help make our understanding of self practice of enlightenment less intimidating and more achievable. In this crazy world we live in we can all certainly benefit from these practices, tips, tricks and other methods to help live our lives with more fulfillment and peace.
In this episode we have a down to earth chat about enlightenment but if that’s word is too much to digest basically we talk about how to find your passion and purpose, and how to live life with greater peace and calmness. The ideas and thoughts we share in this discussion can benefit us all.
I really hope you enjoy today’s show and please let me know what you think. Until next time, peace, passion and purpose.
Summary
“Luck is preparedness meeting opportunity.”
Marc is the President and co-founder of New World Library that has taken itself from one with little capital to being one of the leading independent publishing houses today. He is a an author himself, publishing books such as Tantra for the West and The Magical Path that share practices that will led to a more impactful and meaningful life.
Marc is a man of musician and composer as well producing several albums along the way. With all that said, Marc is really an inspiration to us all that dreams really can become reality. His journey is a testament to this and in this show we delve into his path and how we can all create our own magical path.
I really hope you enjoy this spiritual discussion with Marc and myself and please leave us your comments, thoughts and questions below. Until next time, peace, passion and purpose.
“Dare to dream and go for it.”
A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life’s Purpose by Eckhart Tolle
“The primary cause of unhappiness is never the situation, but your thoughts about it.” Eckhart Tolle
The sub-tittle captures the essence of the message in this book and that is to awaken by bringing around a shift in consciousness. It is an extension upon his work from his earlier book The Power of Now. I have written a book review on this also that may be worth a read – essentially it was a spiritual insight into the benefits that can come by being present in the moment.
In this book I was captured from the start. I actually begin with the audio book but found the narration rather bland and knew that I would absorb much more if I read the book.
Confronting Mortality : A Conversation About Living Fully
In a thought-provoking episode of our podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jodi Wellman, the author of “You Only Die Once: How to Make It to the End with No Regrets.” Our conversation delved into the concept of Memento Mori – a reminder that we must all inevitably face death. Jodi eloquently shared why embracing this awareness can profoundly impact how we choose to live our lives. By discussing death openly, we allow ourselves to live more fully and without regrets. This engaging and passionate interview with Jodi offers unique insights into making the most out of every moment we have.
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The Yielding Warrior: Meditative Practices
In my latest podcast episode, I sit down with Jeff Patterson, author of “The Yielding Warrior: Discovering the Secret Path to Unleashing Your True Potential.” Jeff brings over three decades of martial arts expertise to discuss the transformative power of meditative practices. Through our in-depth conversation, he shares practical insights that unveil how meditative practices can be seamlessly integrated into daily life to foster personal growth and resilience. Jeff’s unique approach not only enhances physical prowess but also cultivates physical, mental and emotional strength, demonstrating how we can all benefit from the wisdom of martial arts in our personal and professional lives.
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Decoding Toxicity: Insights into Psychopathic Behavior
In my recent podcast episode, I engaged in a thought-provoking discussion with David Gillespie, the acclaimed author of “Toxic at Work: Surviving Your Psychopathic Workmates.” Our conversation revolved around the pervasive issue of toxic behavior and psychopathy in professional environments. David’s insights shed light on the intricate nature of toxic individuals and psychopaths in and out of the workplace, offering strategies for identification and management. (more…)
The Science of Stuck
In a captivating interview with Britt Frank, LSCSW, SEP, the renowned neuropsychotherapist and trauma expert, we delved into the insights of her latest book, “The Science of Stuck.” Drawing on her extensive background, including training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Somatic Experiencing (SE), Britt discussed a groundbreaking approach to overcoming stagnation in various aspects of life, be it work, relationships, or health habits. The simplicity of her method is contrasted by its remarkable effectiveness, offering a fresh perspective on becoming unstuck. Britt emphasizes the importance of understanding the brain to harness its full potential, making her book a must-read for those seeking transformative change. “The Science of Stuck” has garnered acclaim from NPR, Forbes, Esquire, and New York Magazine, establishing Britt Frank as a leading voice in the field.
For those intrigued by Britt’s insights, her book “The Science of Stuck” is available on Amazon.
Website – https://www.scienceofstuck.com/
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/brittfrank
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittfrankmsw/
Navigating The Four Realms of Existence
Join me for an enlightening episode as I speak with Professor Joseph LeDoux, a luminary in the field of neural science and the director of the Emotional Brain Institute at New York University. In our captivating conversation, LeDoux shares profound insights from his latest book, “The Four Realms of Existence: A Theory of Being,” guiding us through the evolutionary journey of these realms. From the intricacies of the Self to various facets of the human condition, LeDoux gracefully illustrates how understanding and harnessing these realms can enhance and elevate our lives. Dive into this thought-provoking dialogue to gain a deeper appreciation for the complexities of our existence and the paths to a more enriched human experience.
📖 The Four Realms of Existence
Website – https://joseph-ledoux.com/ (more…)
Turn To The Sun with Brittany Gowan
In our latest podcast episode, I had a compelling conversation with Brittany Gowan, author of “Turn To The Sun.” With over a decade of coaching experience and a background in academia, personal development, and athletics, Brittany discusses her unique stress management approach. In the podcast, we explore how mindfulness and a connection with nature play pivotal roles in stress reduction, echoing the principles outlined in her book. “Turn To The Sun” guides readers through cognitive and physical techniques rooted in science and psychology. To delve into our insightful discussion, listen to the podcast [insert link]. For those seeking a transformative guide to stress resilience, Brittany’s book is available on Amazon – Pick up a copy here.
Navigating Infinite Possibilities with Lisa Carrillo
Embark on a transformative journey with Lisa Carrillo, a guide and coach dedicated to helping individuals intimately connect with the Infinite, even in the face of challenging circumstances. Armed with both an MS and MBA, Lisa began her career as a chemical engineer and product manager before answering the call of her heart in 2006, leading her to a life of discovery and creation. Join our conversation as we explore the profound insights from her latest book, “An Unprincipled Life: Living from the Unknown,” and discuss how to shift our perspectives from fixing to creating. With a wealth of experience and wisdom, Lisa inspires us to live consciously, fostering a deeper understanding of the infinite possibilities within ourselves. Secure your copy of her book using the link provided and follow Lisa for more transformative insights into embracing a life filled with joy and purpose.
Pick up a copy of An Unprincipled Life, here.
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Thriving with Anxiety
Dive into a riveting conversation on anxiety in my latest episode featuring David H. Rosmarin, PhD. We discuss his groundbreaking book, “Thriving with Anxiety,” challenging the traditional narrative around anxiety.
📘 Get your copy: https://amzn.to/3NhLjXM
Discover how anxiety can be a strength, not a foe. Dr. Rosmarin shares valuable tools to transform anxiety into a catalyst for personal growth. Don’t miss this eye-opening discussion reshaping mental health perspectives.
🌟 About Dr. David H. Rosmarin: Harvard Medical School associate professor, McLean Hospital program director, and founder of the Center for Anxiety, Dr. Rosmarin is an international expert featured in Scientific American and the New York Times. Visit www.dhrosmarin.com for more. (more…)
Unlocking Abundance with Cru von Holtzendorff-Fehling
In this episode, I had the honour of chatting with Cru von Holtzendorff-Fehling, a globally recognised coach and energy healer. Born with the unique ability to read and heal traumas, auras, and energy fields, Cru, the Founder of Cru Essence, shares insights on navigating energy fields to connect with our true selves and unlock abundance in life.
Cru’s expertise lies in decoding the root causes of obstacles and blockages, guiding individuals and businesses toward manifesting their maximum potential. She believes in the innate abundance of life and shares practical techniques to tap into our subconscious being. Tune in to elevate your consciousness, release limitations, and embrace a life filled with purpose and fulfilment.
🌐 Explore more at Cru Essence
Exploring the Field of Consciousness
Back by popular demand, our latest podcast episode delves even deeper into the fascinating world of consciousness with the insightful Robert Althuis. In our previous chat, we explored the profound concepts in his book Love + Truth (check it out here). This time around, we go even further, discussing the intriguing Field of Consciousness.Uncover the mysteries of the mind as we explore the profound insights shared by Robert Althuis. 🌟 Gain practical and inspirational takeaways to enhance your daily life. 🔗 Connect with the spiritual wisdom on a new level.
🔗 Explore more about Robert Althuis and his work on his website: RobertAlthuis.com
Unveiling Love and Truth
Join me for a thought-provoking episode as I sit down with Robert Althuis, the author of the enlightening book “Love + Truth.” In this conversation, we embark on a profound exploration of the very essence of truth, seamlessly transitioning into the boundless realm of love. Robert Althuis offers profound insights into what truth truly means and how it intertwines with our pursuit of love. This episode is your opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of these fundamental aspects of our human experience. Don’t miss this captivating discussion that promises to enrich your spiritual journey and ignite your quest for a more profound and spiritually connected existence.
You can purchase a copy of Robert’s book using this link.
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Revolutionising Online Dating
In this episode of The Hidden Why Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Koen Geron, the visionary founder of Hovalo. If you’re tired of the endless swiping and chatting on online dating apps, this conversation is a must-listen. Hovalo is changing the game by helping people save precious hours and manage their dating profiles with ease. We dive deep into the services offered by Hovalo, and explore the do’s and don’ts of online dating. Whether you’re a seasoned dater or just dipping your toes into the online dating world, this episode is packed with valuable insights.
For more information about Hovalo, and to explore how they’re revolutionising the world of online dating, visit their website: Hovalo.com.
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A Symphony of Choices: Mastering Decision-Making
Join me for an enlightening episode as we sit down with acclaimed author Gerald Leonard to discuss his latest book, “A Symphony of Choices: How Mentorship Taught a Manager Decision-Making, Project Management, and Workplace Engagement.” In this captivating conversation, we explore productivity, decision-making, and invaluable practices to enhance workplace performance. Tune in to gain practical insights that can transform your approach to decision-making and foster a more engaged and harmonious work environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a true expert in the field!
The Needs of the Heart
In this episode of [Podcast Name], we have the pleasure of interviewing Phillip Andersen, author of the insightful book, “The Needs of the Heart.” Phillip shares with us the importance of living by solid principles and emotions as a pathway to leading a good life. Drawing from his personal journey, he reveals that aligning our actions with our true emotions and embracing strong principles allows us to live authentically and find fulfilment. “The Needs of the Heart” provides practical guidance, exercises, and a journey of introspection to help readers integrate these principles and emotions into their daily lives. If you’re seeking a transformative experience and a deeper understanding of compassion, gratitude, and forgiveness, be sure to grab a copy of Phillip Andersen’s book, available on Amazon.
Unveiling the Art of Clear Thinking
In this episode of The Hidden Why podcast, my guest Hasard Lee, author of “The Art of Clear Thinking: A Stealth Fighter Pilot’s Timeless Rules for Making Tough Decisions,” takes us on a captivating journey through his career as a stealth fighter pilot and shares invaluable insights from his book. The conversation delves into the realms of learning, decision-making, routines, and mental toughness. Hasard Lee generously imparts a range of tools and practices that can help us enhance our thinking abilities. Whether it’s learning faster, making better decisions, or cultivating mental resilience, this episode offers practical wisdom for anyone seeking to become a better thinker. To discover more about Hasard Lee and his work, visit his website at https://www.hasardlee.com/.
Pick up a copy of Hasard Lee, The Art of Clear Thinking here.
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1086 Jotham Stein – Negotiate Like a CEO
Join me for an enlightening and empowering episode as I dive into the world of negotiation with renowned author and CEO, Jotham Stein. In this captivating interview, Jotham discusses his groundbreaking book, “Negotiate Like a CEO,” sharing invaluable insights and strategies to master the art of negotiation. Through real-world examples and practical advice, Jotham takes listeners on a transformative journey, revealing the secrets behind successful negotiations. Whether you’re an aspiring leader or a seasoned professional, this episode will equip you with the tools and mindset to negotiate like a true CEO. Tune in and unlock the power of effective negotiation with Jotham Stein.
Pick up a copy of Jotham’s book, Negotiate Like a CEO here.
Guest Bio.
Jotham S. Stein is the principal of the Law Offices of Jotham S. Stein P.C.
(www.jotham.com). For over twenty-five years, his firm has represented
entrepreneurs, C-Suite executives, board members, senior managers,
as well as less senior employees of all types and size companies.
Jotham is also the author of the legal textbook and professional guide:
Executive Employment Law: Protecting Executives, Entrepreneurs and
Employees (first published by Oxford University Press, now in its seventh
edition, with Lexis/Nexis). He is a graduate of Stanford Law School and
Princeton University.Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Entrepreneur to CEO
In this inspiring podcast interview, I sit down with Jared Goetz, a remarkable entrepreneur who embarked on his journey at the young age of 17 and has since become the founder and CEO of Zendrop. Jared takes us through his entrepreneurial rollercoaster, sharing both his wins and losses, and providing invaluable lessons learned along the way. Now 32 years old, he reflects on the mindset shifts that have driven his success, emphasising the importance of practical strategies, rituals, and routines. Jared also delves into his personal definition of success and how it has evolved over time. Listeners can expect practical takeaways from his experience and an uplifting conversation that will leave them feeling inspired and motivated to pursue their own entrepreneurial dreams. (more…)
Outsmart Your Brain
I speak with Daniel about his new book, Outsmart Your Brain, a comprehensive, and accessible guide on how the brain learns. We discuss how we can better use our attention to help us learn more efficiently and effectively. As Daniel explains, we tend to focus on the tasks we can most easily control—such as highlighting and rereading—but these practices only give the illusion of mastery. As Dan Willingham, professor of psychology and bestselling author, explains, familiarity is not the same as comprehension. Enjoy!
Grab a copy of Daniel’s book here – Outsmart Your Brain (more…)
WA – The Art of Balance
Wa means harmony, a central tenet at the heart of the Japanese belief that to live well is to live in balance. In this conversation with Kaki Okumura we discuss her book and delve into the four pillars of living a long and happy life: Nourish, Move, Rest and Socialise. Kaki also shares her writing journey and provides some guidance on how to get started and how to keep the passion alive. Enjoy!
Grab a copy of the book here – Wa – The Art of Balance (more…)
Rags to Riches
Karen has followed her passion and set up a multi-million dollar beauty business. In this episode, I speak with Karen about her journey. She shares advice not only in getting started but also tips and tricks once you’re up and running your business. Enjoy!
Grab a copy of Karen’s book here – Rags to Riches: How Beauty Icons Made it Big
Guest Bio.
Karen Pudetti came straight out of college into a highly successful accounting career in corporate including working for several Fortune 500 companies. But it just didn’t light her up, so she decided to venture out on her own. She knew at 19, she wanted to be her own boss and work in the beauty industry. So, Karen went back to school and received her electrolysis certification, her wax and esthetic licenses. But Karen made a few mistakes along the way and has watched others struggle. Her firm commitment to help others who dream of a life as a successful entrepreneur—either in the beauty industry or any other retail service business—moved her to write Rags to Riches: How Beauty Icons Made It Big.
Book Page – https://www.iconicriches.com/rags-to-riches-order
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Entrepreneur Insights
As an entrepreneur, Wesley understands the importance of taking calculated risks, staying ahead of the curve, and constantly innovating. He’s excited to share with us today the lessons he’s learnt in starting his entrepreneurial journey to creating a company with over 135 staff and revenues exceeding $20 million. He believes that by sharing experiences and insights, we can help one another achieve even greater success. Enjoy!
You can connect with Wesley on LinkedIn here.
Guest Bio.
Introducing Wesley Mathews, a scrappy entrepreneur and former CEO and Co-Founder of High Level Marketing. He spent over 11 years driving the company’s vision and strategy, helping to grow it from an idea to a powerhouse in the industry with over 50 employees and revenues of $7 million. Today, High Level Marketing is a thriving company with over 135 team members across the nation with revenues exceeding $20 million.
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Women Connect4Good
Nancy is on a mission to help women become better at supporting one another. In this episode, I speak with Dr Nancy about how not only women but men and women, can become better connectors and better leaders for one another. I believe it’s such an important conversation to be had as in today’s world we seem to be becoming less connected and social and physical interaction with one another will not only strengthen our lives it will create longevity. I hope you enjoy it!
Grab a copy of Dr Nancy’s book using the link below.
In This Together: How Successful Women Support Each Other in Work and Life
Motivation, Discipline, 75HARD
An inspiring conversation with James Anderson today on Motivation, Discipline and the 75 Hard challenge. After undertaking a basketball graduate in the USA playing alongside some of today’s NBA stars James has returned to Australia and now at a young age operates a successful business which he founded. Hows does he do it? Motivation and Discipline. Enjoy!
Connect with James using the links below.
The Kind Effect
In this episode, I chat with Megan Snedden about The Kind Effect. Megan set out on a mission to bring more joy to others around the world by doing random acts of kindness. A simple idea that can have a great positive impact, not only in the lives of others but in our own lives. Make a shift today and see what random acts of kindness you can bring into your day-to-day life.
Awaken to Your True Self
Have you ever wondered, “Why am I still stuck despite all the inner work I’ve done?” Do you feel trapped repeating the same cycles and stories over and over again, no matter what you heal or fix? Are you looking to learn the truth about who you really are? Is there a challenge or plateau you’re trying to overcome that isn’t responding to conventional methods? That is what Andrew hopes to help you do in his newest book which we explore in this conversation. Enjoy!
Pick up a copy of Andrew’s book here – Awaken to Your True Self
Connect with Andrew Daniel here.
Guest bio.
Andrew Daniel is an award-winning and international bestselling author and director at the Center for Cinesomatic Development. His Cinesomatics® workshops are held internationally from New York to London, Tuscany to Switzerland—helping professionals see the elusive patterns that hold them back. This methodology leads the world in cinematic movement diagnostics and advanced intuition development integrating approaches from embodiment, shadow work, therapy, and spirituality.
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Quantum Energy Healing & Performance
An insightful conversation today with Phillip about how they are using quantum energy to help people heal and improve overall performance. This is new science using frequency medicine to help accelerate your body’s recovery and optimize health. Used by professional athletes and everyday people with many amazing natural benefits. Have a listen and enjoy the show.
Reset Your Romantic GPS
I speak with Marc about his new book Reset Your Romantic GPS in this episode. Marc explains to us Attachment Theory and how that affects our ability to find the right partners. He also discusses how we can address our needs in our relationships to further enhance and bring back the romance that may have been lost. An enjoyable conversation with Marc Sholes.
Pick up a copy of Marc’s book here – Reset Your Romantic GPS
Guest Bio
“Marc is a New York City psychotherapist with 35+ years of experience working with individuals and couples. He is a board member, faculty, and supervisor at the National Institute for the Psychotherapies, a leading training institute for psychotherapists.
His current interest is the relationship between Attachment Theory, Infant Research, and Self Psychology and how they facilitate a shift from an insecure attachment style to a secure attachment.
Marc is the author of the popular book: Reset Your Romantic GPS: Why You Steer Toward the Wrong Partners and How to Change for the Better.
Marc lives in Manhattan with his wife and three children.
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Permission Granted
Jennifers Standish is the author of Permission Granted: Live Your Life Full of Joy and Peace is a compilation of permissions that author. Created over the span of 20 years with the goal of building a peaceful and joyous life for herself. Her intention is for readers to do the same for themselves. Jennifers shares some of the insights from the book and her journey there. Enjoy!
The Wisdom Factor
What is wisdom and how do we become wise?
What makes us human?
How can we, as individuals, make the world a better place?
In my interview with Darnell and Carlos, we discuss The Wisdom Factor and how we can develop greater wisdom so that we can have a more positive impact on our lives and the world. Enjoy!
Bunch AI Leadership Coach
Darja is a co-founder of Bunch AI. An AI based leadership coach, designed to help leaders become 1% better each day. Using AI and the online community AI, delivers daily coaching to leaders via the online app. Leadership defined as anyone who is behaving to have a positive impact on themselves and others. Designed for the workplace with much of the ideals being transferable to everyday life. Not to replace leadership coaching yet rather to deliver regular training and coaching everyday to help improve workplaces.
Connect with Darja and Bunch AI here.
Guest Bio.
Darja is a psychologist-gone-rogue, who quit her PhD journey and ended up founding Bunch, which helps people become better leaders in 2 minutes a day.
Bunch scours the internet for the greatest ideas on leadership and breaks them down for its users into bite-sized chunks and lessons. The app is used by leaders at companies such as Slack, PayPal, and TikTok. Numbers wise, they have has raised $4.4 million in funding,
Darja also runs a weekly leadership newsletter, The Weekly Briefing, that has over 5K leaders subscribed to it.
Connect with Darja and Bunch AI here.
Guest Bio.
Darja is a psychologist-gone-rogue, who quit her PhD journey and ended up founding Bunch, which helps people become better leaders in 2 minutes a day.
Bunch scours the internet for the greatest ideas on leadership and breaks them down for its users into bite-sized chunks and lessons. The app is used by leaders at companies such as Slack, PayPal, and TikTok. Numbers wise, they have has raised $4.4 million in funding,
Darja also runs a weekly leadership newsletter, The Weekly Briefing, that has over 5K leaders subscribed to it.
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Think & Grow You
Chris has written a book on the back of his resistance, persistence and journey to success. Think & Grow You is about teaching the reader how to get out of their own way. Chris shares his thoughts on how we all self-sabotage and in doing so, block our own success. What we resist persists! Chris shares some valuable tools to get us started on this journey. Enjoy!
Kindness, Meditation & Creativity
Ann joins me again for a second time on the podcast and in this episode, we continue our conversation about Transcendental Mediation and the benefits that are gained from this practice. We also touch on creativity and how kindness has a big role to play in our lives. Enjoy!
Beliefs
My conversation with Lion Goodman discussed beliefs and how we unwrap them. Our limiting beliefs often stop us from living our best life. Hard to discover through self-assessment as often we put up blocks to prevent us from doing so. This is a discussion on how we get to the root cause of our beliefs so we can create new, more empowering ones. Enjoy!
Carbonauts, The BIG 6 & Climate Change
In this episode, I speak with Graham about how we are doing in the fight against climate change. The modern environmental movement has been around for about 30 years and awareness is solid. The next piece to fighting climate change is action. Graham with Carbonauts is doing just that. He discusses The BIG six, the highest impact actions we can take to slash our environmental footprint. Cool conversation. Please enjoy!
Connect with Graham and The Carbonauts here.
Guest Bio
Graham, who was named one of Fast Company’s “100 Most Creative People in Business” and featured on the cover of Inc. Magazine, is a highly sought-after speaker known for his ability to eloquently explain how we can all create a simpler, wealthier, greener and happier planet.
He has presented at many prestigious conferences around the world, including two main-stage TED Talks that have received 11M+ views.
Graham is also the founder and CEO of The Carbonauts, a company that teaches people how to reduce their carbon footprints in under six weeks while saving money and influencing others.
Their clients include giant companies like Amazon, Chanel, News Corp, Toyota, AT&T, Warner Brothers, Discovery, Netflix, Dow Jones, and HarperCollins, whose employees have taken their online courses on the planet and decreased their carbon footprints by up to 40%.
They believe if we can get 3.5% of the world’s population to live compelling, low-footprint lives, a tipping point will be reached, and governments and companies will pave the way for the rest of society to quickly transition to a sustainable way of life.
Graham has worked in the environmental field for 20+ years. Before Carbonauts, he founded the ground-breaking website TreeHugger, which was the most trafficked green site for years, with billions of page views. In 2007, he sold this website to the Discovery Channel.
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
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The Business Pickle
Are you a business leader or owner looking to do more good and have a great positive impact on the world? The Business Pickle is here to help. In this episode, I speak with Gillian about how they are helping businesses have a more positive impact on what they do. An insightful conversation and one that may make business leaders and owners step back and assess how they are currently doing things. Enjoy!
Life Mastery
My conversation with Sherry Fernandez discussing her book, Life Mastery, Personal Progression Toward an Infinite Potential. Sherry has lived an incredible journey having raised 6 kids, started her own fitness company, and becoming a great guide and coach for many on how to live a purposeful life. Sherry shares her story and guidance for us all in this interview. How to find daily motivation and purpose in everything we do. An awesome, inspiring conversation. Please enjoy!
Pick up a copy of her book, Life Mastery, here.
Great Philosophical Problems
A conversation with Dr Tim Shaw discussing great philosophical problems. Tim navigates me through the philosophical definition of moral injury and what it means in the modern world. Enjoy!
Cross-Cultural Relationships
It’s all about relationships. Our conversation begins discussing Kathrine’s area of expertise with Cross-Cultural relationships. Kathrine has worked with many couples helping them create a greater understanding of one another’s differences to help navigate and improve their relationships. We then delve into modern-day dating, dating apps, divorce, and where the world of relationships may be heading. A conversation that brings a greater understanding of how relationships work. Enjoy!
Do Hard Things
My interview with Steve Magness, performance expert and bestselling author of Peak Performance. We discuss his new book Do Hard Things, a revolutionary science-based new definition of toughness—one that focuses on assessing a challenge on a physiological and psychological level. Learn how to, Ditch the Façade & Embrace Reality, Listen to Your Body, Respond, Instead of React, and Transcend Discomfort.
PlantWave Music From Plants
In my interview with Joe I speak to him about his company and tech product PlantWave. A device that creates music from data waves produced by plants. Really cool stuff and in the interview Joe shares some live music direct from one of his office plants. Enjoy!
WeConcile Relationship Therapy
In my conversation with Mike, we discuss WeConcile which is a couples therapy app designed to help people build on and improve their relationships. It helps individuals better understand themselves to then become better at understanding and addressing the relationship issues they may be facing. An insightful conversation with Mike about our relationship.
Nature, Culture, and Finding Your WHY
In this episode, Nina shares her tips and thoughts on how we can follow our passion, find our purpose and create our Why! After a great career working with many to help find their purpose, Nina has a lot of practices and advice to help you thrive. Enjoy!
Grab a copy of Nina’s latest book below.
Nature, Culture, and the Sacred: A Woman Listens for LeadershipGrab a copy of Nina’s latest book here.
Light After Loss
In this episode I speak with Ashley Bush about practices to help shine a light into the darkness and illuminate the lifelong journey of integrating loss into life. A spiritual conversation to higher healing that offers a shift, a redirection from pain and suffering to the sacred qualities of compassion, love, connection, gratitude, and transformation. Enjoy!
The Quest for Character
What Socrates’s greatest failure reveals about an ancient question: Can we teach our leaders to be better people? In this episode, I speak with Massimo for the second time about his newest book, The Quest for Character. We aim to answer the question, is good character something that can be taught? A discussion about many things Stoicism and how we can all aim to live a better life.
Book links by Massimo below.
How to Live a Good Life: A Guide to Choosing Your Personal Philosophy
The Stoic Guide to a Happy Life: 53 Brief Lessons for Living
Go For Stupid!
What would you achieve if you weren’t afraid of being laughed at?
In the age of “gotcha” culture, people are terrified to do anything that might be laughed at. Steve Sims is the exact opposite. In my conversation with Steve, I discuss his newest book Go For Stupid: The Art of Achieving Ridiculous Goals. Steve talks about how to ignore what everyone else thinks and go for big, stupid, ridiculous goals. An inspiring conversation. I hope you enjoy!
FocusCalm
Max Newlon is the president of BrainCo, a company that brings cutting-edge science, engineering, and algorithm development to address real-world challenges. In this episode, we discuss FocusCalm which is a neurofeedback wearable that has been designed to enhance performance and control your mindset. Cool new tech and will likely get better and better. Enjoy!
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Ageless
Ageing—not cancer or heart disease—is the world’s leading cause of death and suffering. In spite of this, we accept the ageing process as inevitable. We come to terms with the fact that our bodies and minds will begin to deteriorate and our risk of disease will rise as we get older. Ageing is so deeply ingrained in the human experience that we never stop to ask: is it necessary? A fascinating conversation with Andrew about his new book and work on ageing.
The Enlightenment Project
On a quest to move towards greater awareness, peace, joy, and love Jonathan has interviewed now over 100 of the world’s greatest spiritual leaders, from the late Mother Teresa and Ram Dass, to the Dalai Lama and Deepak Chopra. What he’s learnt along the way is quite amazing. In his new book, The Enlightenment Project, and in this interview, Jonathan shares some of the leading methods and philosophies that can help all find lasting inner peace. A few entertaining stories were shared along the way too.
Lifestyle Satisfaction
Have you ever found life has just gotten away from you? Walking a path that perhaps just doesn’t feel right. I believe most of us find ourselves here at some point in life. Instead of us choosing life, life has been chosen for us. Instead of a human being, we are just humans doing. On the hamster wheel of life, it feels like the impossible to change. However, what if there was another option, a path in life that felt more fulfilling and aligned with who we truly are? In this episode with Rebecca, that’s exactly the conversation we had.
The Promotability Index
A conversation with Amii about the nature of the workplace including how to improve trust, enhance communication, advance your career and become a better leader. We discuss Amii’s Promotability guidebook and how through better self-awareness we can more purposefully navigate our careers and life.
Chess 4 Life
An incredible conversation today with Elliott Neff about Chess. You may think of chess as just a game but as I’ve learnt today, it’s much more! Through Elliott’s journey in playing chess and becoming a Chess Master, he went on to develop a program to help children excel in life. Elliott and the team and Chess4Life have developed programs to help make a positive impact on the lives of 1 million kids each week. Elliott shares the educational mindset and life skills that chess can teach. Amazing!
Pick up a copy of Elliots book, A Pawns Journey, using this link.
Optimal Health & Wellness
I speak with Dr Ron Sinha about metabolic health and how we can improve it. As a physician and the world’s leading insulin resistance expert, Dr Ron has much to share. As a highly sought-after wellness speaker in Silicon Valley, Dr Ron has first-hand experience working with individuals and companies to help improve overall health and wellness in the lifestyle dynamics of the 21st century. Discussing everything from exercise and diet to sleep and wearables. It will inspire change!
The Mystery of You
Have we forgotten about being happy in our pursuit of happiness?
We have been well trained to go after what we want, but are we missing out on life by always focusing on some future event?
In this conversation with Emilio Diez Barroso, he invites us to uncover a peace that is untouched by the happenings of life and encourages us to discover who we are beyond our familiar identities and roles. Life is a spiritual journey and when we discover our deepest, most natural level of Self, we can tap into this greater sense of freedom.
Grab a copy of Emilio’s newest book here – The Mystery of You
Emotional Intelligence EQ
Freedman is a leader in the field of emotional intelligence have a proven track record in helping many raise their own and others’ performance with emotional intelligence. In this conversation with Josh, we develop an understanding of what EQ is and then how we can better understand it and use it to guide us in our life’s purpose. Please enjoy!
Healthy Diet & Mindfulness
In this episode, Dr Raj Anand shares information to equip you with the knowledge to enable you to make healthy choices for food. A healthy diet alone, however, is not enough to maintain good health. There are many other measures required, one of which we discuss is mindfulness. At 87 years of age, Dr Raj jumps in with great energy, passion and knowledge which is easy to digest. I hope you enjoy it!
Pick up a copy of Raj’s book here.
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