Josh Korda

“The search for a lasting identity is a stressful waste of time; it’s disappointing to keep looking for something that doesn’t exist.” Josh Korda

Josh Korda shares his spiritual journey to sobriety. As a punk rocker with an interesting upbringing, Josh found himself on a journey through alcohol and drug addiction. With a life of Buddhism practice an insight he managed to overcome life’s challenges through spirituality which he describes as those intangible facets that give our life meaning.

Josh now helps others unsubscribe from the delusion so they too can tune into truth. An enjoyable and enriching conversation. Enjoy! (more…)

A Short History of Truth: Consolations for a Post-Truth World

A book reflection by Leigh Martinuzzi 

In this book, the author, Julian Baggini, explores ten types of supposed truth. The purpose of this writing, I guess, is to give us comfort in truth in a world that is polarised by so many conflicting untruths. It helps us understand what truth is, how and why it can be distorted or misleading, and how we may find truth within the truth.

Julian Baggini is a writer, best-selling author, and philosopher. He has written and co-authored several other books including Edge of Reason, The Ego Trick and What’s It All About. Like myself, Julian is passionate about the search for meaning in a life full of mystery and marvel – exploring small thoughts about big things and big thoughts about small things. (more…)

Happiness

Today’s featured guest is Susanna Halonen.

The topic is “Happiness.”

Let the show begin!!!

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The Beginnings of a Positive Mindset

by Leigh Martinuzzi 

“Attitude is a choice. Happiness is a choice. Optimism is a choice. Kindness is a choice. Giving is a choice. Respect is a choice. Whatever choice you make makes you. Choose wisely.” Roy T. Bennett

As Michael Hyatt points out is that we can alter our happiness levels by merely smiling more. There is a direct correlation between smiling and positivity. Smiling produces positive emotions that benefit our well-being. Not to mention the reaction from others we receive when we give them a friendly smile. It can only be a good thing. (more…)

Raj Raghunathan

In this episode, I bring you a very popular interview I had with Raj Raghunathan.   We discuss the correlation between happiness and success.

If intelligence helps with decision-making, smart people should naturally make better life choices. So why are so many of the smartest, brightest, most successful people profoundly unhappy? This leads him to research and writing If Your So Smart, Why Aren’t You Happy? – our topic of conversation in this interview. (more…)

Addiction: A Philosophical Perspective by Candice Shelby

A book reflection by Leigh Martinuzzi

Addiction is real! I hate my addictions both current and past. I’ve suffered from a few for what seems like a lifetime. It is a significant part of the human condition. It has been argued to be a condition that influences many living species. In some way, shape or form, I would say that we are all prone and exposed to addiction at some stage in our life.

My interest in addiction is personal however from what I can tell; it’s common for all. Many make claims that addiction is a disease however as Candice Shelby in her book Addiction explains is an addiction is a phenomenon that is best solved on many different levels at once. (more…)

Eating

Today’s featured guest is Dr Monali Y. Desai.

The topic is “Eating.”

Let the show begin!

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Ego

by Leigh Martinuzzi 

What is Ego? That is the question that I reflect on in this episode – my solo rant.

Neil Degrasse Tyson said, “If your ego starts out, ‘I am important, I am big, I am special,’ you’re in for some disappointments when you look around at what we’ve discovered about the universe. No, you’re not big. No, you’re not. You’re small in time and in space. And you have this frail vessel called the human body that’s limited on Earth.” (more…)

 Breaking Up With Busy

An interview by Leigh Martinuzzi with Yvonne Tally

Guest Bio

Yvonne Tally is the author of Breaking Up with Busy: Real-Life Solutions for Overscheduled Women and leads meditation and de-stressing programs for corporations, individuals, and private groups in Silicon Valley. An NLP master practitioner, Yvonne cofounded Poised Inc., a Pilates and wellness training studio, and is the founder of the Sisterhood of the Traveling Scarves, a charity that provides headscarves to cancer patients. She lives in Northern California.

Topics of discussion 

Quick round questions

Do you have any routines and rituals that you believe contribute to your success?

What advice would you give your 20-year-old self?

How would you define success? What does success look like to you? 

What is one tool, skill, resource, or technique that has helped improve your effectiveness and/or productivity? 

What advice would you give someone that needing/wanting to make a change in their life?

If I would serve you your last meal what would you request?

What activity gives you the greatest sense of joy? 

If you could pick one book to pass down to your children or future generations what book would it be? 

Breaking Up with Busy: Real-Life Solutions for Overscheduled Women by Yvonne Tally

What quote, phrase or message would you text or tweet to everyone in the world?

Do we all have a Hidden Why, a purpose?

What does living with passion and purpose mean?

What do you believe is the underlying motivation behind everything you do? 

How to connect with Yvonne

Website – http://www.yvonnetally.com/

Facebook –   https://www.facebook.com/livelifevibrantly

Twitter – https://twitter.com/yvonnetally

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/yvonne_tally

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.

Under The Skin with Russell Brand

Russell Brand is a famous comedian and actor but has another side that keeps me curious and intrigued. His book revolution put Brand on the map as a somewhat political activist.

In this book, he captivated me with his insightful perspectives and a desire to inspire more peace in the world. If you listen to the audiobook, which Russell himself narrates, you’ll appreciate the humour and joy he brings to exciting and sometimes very sombre topics current to the state of the modern age. (more…)