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…)

The Pema Chodron Audio Collection

Written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi

Pema Chodron is an American Tibetan Buddhist, author of many books and audiobooks, and perhaps one of the West’s most favourite Buddhist teachers.  In this audiobook narrated by Pema Chodron herself, she shares three of her most popular teachings including Pure Meditation, Good Medicine and From Fear to Fearlessness. (more…)

8 Suggestions to Stay Happy and Positive in College

Written by Chloe Bennet. Narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi 

Life is difficult, sometimes more so for college students. Juggling work, classes, exams, and a social life can be very stressful, not to mention during a period of life when you’re trying to discover who you really are. To help make this less daunting, though, we put together the top 8 suggestions that you should take to stay happy and positive throughout your time in college. (more…)

Play For Real – A Regret Free Life

After a life as a consulting actuary to Fortune 100 companies on Park Avenue, David built the world’s largest coaching business, becoming #1 on Google for life coaching and serving huge audiences worldwide. He now coaches high performing leaders to play the best game they possibly can, deepening connection and living a regret-free life. How? By setting life-changing goals, taking laser-focused action, and increasing their levels of Truth, Daring, and Caring. Enjoy this conversation with David Wood.

Further Reading and Resources 

TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading

Psychology Today: Psychology Today is devoted exclusively to everybody’s favourite subject – Ourselves

Life Hack: Tips for Life

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.

American Psychological Association: The largest scientific and professional organization of psychologists in the United State

The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.

Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.

Brain Pickings: An inventory of cross-disciplinary interestingness, spanning art, science, design, history, philosophy, and more.

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.” 

Addicted 2 Success: Motivation & Inspiration Website full of quotes and inspiring articles for entrepreneurs.

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.

TED Talks Daily

With Leigh Martinuzzi 

I’ve been listing to this podcast for some time now so it’s about time I did a quick reflection. My take on TED talks – they rock. You can definitely over-consume TED talks and the reason I believe is that they are short, inspiring, education and therefore a tad addictive. Actually, I use to have more time to watch one of the TED talk videos each day but recently not so much which is a damn shame. Thankfully, TED Talks Daily fills the void. (more…)

How To Get More Out of Your Day

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Deep Medicine

My interivew with Eric Topol about his newest book Deep Medicine and how AI can make healthcare human again. In our conversation, we discuss the current state of the medical industry and the reasons behind its destruction and how technology and AI can restore the medical industry and the doctor-patient relationship. The topic is certainly much more in-depth and complicated than what we discuss but on the surface level, it’s informative and insightful. In hope that with the greater understanding we can direct the use of AI and tech in the medical field to benefit human health not impede on it further. I hope you enjoy. (more…)

Top 5 Books On History & Evolution

By Leigh Martinuzzi 

Today I wish to share with you my top 5 books on history and evolution. There are many however these are the ones that immediately come to mind and ones which I certainly would recommend. Enjoy and let me know your thoughts if you’ve also read them.

Below are the links to my full reviews of each book and links to purchase copies of the books if you wish. (more…)

Motivational Mash-up #10 Happier

With Leigh Martinuzzi

This is a short mash-up of a few recent motivational rants shared live on my Facebook and Instagram channels.

The evolution of happiness and how to become happier. Follow your passions and align yourself with your strengths. Get out amongst nature. Cooperate. Take care of your health. Contribute. Get creative. Learn. Find feel-good activities. Be Present and Know Why!

If you’d like to join me live on Facebook or Instagram please do. (more…)

Change Junkie – How to Rethink Life

My interview with Monica Berg discussing different perspectives on how to rethink and live into your greatness. Using the wisdom of Kabbalah Monica share how we can practice becoming less reactive to life and diminishes the limiting effects of our ego. Monica and I also discuss our thoughts on how one can find their purpose and unique greatness and importantly defining what “greatness” and other terms mean. Finishing on her last book, Fear Is Not An Option, Monica gives insight into three types of fear sources and how by better understanding we can remove fear to live a limitless life. I hope you enjoy! (more…)