Heart First Leadership : Recent Episodes
Ryan & Heidi Sawyer
Welcome to Heart First Leadership, the podcast that explores a revolutionary approach to leadership. In a world that often prioritizes success above all else, it's easy to find ourselves leading from a space of fear, doubt, and unworthiness. There is a new way!
Join me, your host Ryan Sawyer, and my co-host and wife, Heidi Sawyer, on a transformative journey as we seek to inspire and guide leaders, parents, and athletes to unlock the secrets to a truly fulfilling life—one that resonates from the heart. In Heart First, we challenge the conventional norms and embark on a voyage together, where heart-driven leadership becomes the compass for a life well lived.
Are you ready to redefine where you lead from? Let's dive into meaningful conversations, insights, and practical tips that will empower you to embrace a new paradigm of leadership.
Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Vickie Stolle, an engaging speaker, writer, and dedicated resilience advocate. Vickie is renowned for empowering individuals to uncover their innate resilience skills through her work at Dragonfly Paradigm.
Vickie’s journey began within the cleft community, drawing from her own experiences of living with a facial difference. She shares how facing challenges such as isolation, bullying, and low self-esteem transformed her life. When her own child encountered bullying, Vickie realized the importance of addressing her unresolved trauma and building personal resilience.
In this episode, Vickie offers invaluable tools and insights for parents to help their children navigate life's challenges with strength and grace. Her powerful narrative encompasses themes of transformation, resilience, overcoming bullying, and the complexities of parenting. Tune in to discover how to empower your family with resilience and navigate life's hurdles together!
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Every new beginning comes with challenges; for Nolan, it was about turning adversity into his most significant advantage. Embark on a journey with us as we sit down with this inspiring individual who shares a remarkable story of resilience and a celebration of the unwavering strength of a mother's love.
As the conversation unfolds, discover Nolan's transformation from an average athlete to a Division I Star through sheer determination. His story is a powerful reminder that the barriers we face can ignite our deepest passions and lead us to discover our true potential. We probe into the strategies that keep our fires burning, from the role of visualization in achieving our goals to the pillars of impact that guide our purposeful strides in life. Nolan’s unwavering commitment vividly illustrates how a relentless pursuit of self-growth can sculpt a career and an extraordinary life.
Finally, in a soul-stirring wrap-up, we reflect on how self-mastery and gratitude can redefine our worldview. The art of Transcendental Meditation and a focus on essentialism offer a path to clarity and intention in our decisions. These insights are not just for contemplation but are stepping stones to 'winning the day' and building a legacy. Join us as Nolan and I explore the early milestones of growth and set our sights on the accomplishments ahead, sharing the belief that our stories, much like our dreams, are meant to be lived out loud.
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Embark on a transformative journey with Bill Tierney, a beacon of change who ventured from addiction to emerge as a leader in heartfelt guidance. His captivating narrative unveils the essence of personal revolution, illustrating how reshaping our inner dialogue can dramatically influence our pathway to fulfillment. This episode peels back the layers of self-perception and digs into the core of emotional intelligence, promising a treasure trove of insights for those ready to lead with authenticity and compassion.
We often find ourselves at a crossroads between the life we live and the life we yearn for, and it's in these defining moments where actual growth takes root. Reflecting on my own metamorphosis, catalyzed by Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, I unveil the shift from a facade of confidence to a genuine sense of self. Our exchange sheds light on the power of vulnerability and the pivotal role therapy plays in continuous self-evolution. As Bill shares his expertise, you're invited to witness how professional guidance amplifies self-awareness and propels us beyond the plateaus of personal development.
Closing our heartfelt dialogue, Bill and I traverse the landscape of recovery, venturing beyond traditional 12-step programs to explore alternative healing modalities. We confront the societal molds that often constrain men's emotional expression and celebrate the liberating journey toward authenticity. By sharing tales of rediscovery and the redefinition of success, we illuminate the path to aligning with one's 'true north,' where passion and purpose converge.
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Have you ever felt like life is a rollercoaster of emotional highs and lows? We've all been there, and in our latest Heart First podcast episode, we reunite with the remarkable Heidi to explore the valleys of life and how they can lead to powerful growth. Together, we dissect our fluctuating journeys, from Heidi's honest unpacking of post-client self-critique to my battle with the waves of success and failure in sales. We delve into why these periods of doubt and discomfort are typical but crucial for our evolution, offering you a fresh perspective on learning from and ultimately embracing these dips.
This episode guides the hero's journey of personal transformation. We compare the discomfort of forging new neurological pathways to a spiritual quest for growth. We share insights on cognitive dissonance, the emotional whirlwind of doubt, fear, and guilt, and affirm that authentic action is the key to solidifying profound changes in our lives. Join us as we discuss the prickly transition process to new paradigms and how bravely facing resistance can lead to a more fulfilling existence.
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Heidi and I invite you to discover the transformative potential of leading with heart, not just in sports but in all areas of life. Together, we unravel over ten years of research connecting emotional well-being and peak performance, proving that champions are not just born—they're shaped through heart-first leadership. This isn't about scores and victories; it's about cultivating self-worth and embracing challenges with open arms.
Dive deep into the cultural shift that's put an external focus at the forefront, often at the expense of our inner voice and psychological safety. We lay bare the human essentials for sustaining a healthy psyche and delve into how leaders can foster environments where vulnerability isn't a weakness but a stepping stone to growth. Amidst the rapid tech advances, it's more important than ever to lead from the heart, and Heidi's insights shine a light on the unwavering integrity required to do so.
Wrap up the journey with us as we share the real-world application of these principles. From coaching young athletes to nurturing resilience in children, we affirm the power of positive reinforcement and the significance of acknowledging incremental growth. It's about more than just the game; it's about setting the foundation for a lifetime of intrinsic motivation and success, guided by the compassionate touch of heart-first leadership.
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Description: Join us in this episode as we delve into the art of playing the long game in life. In a world where instant gratification often takes precedence, we explore the profound benefits of embracing patience, setting meaningful goals, and cultivating resilience. From prioritizing balance to practicing gratitude, we uncover practical strategies for maximizing mindset and overall well-being. Tune in as we discuss how embracing the journey can lead to lasting fulfillment and success.
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Have you ever been adrift in the sea of uncertainty following a significant life milestone? Heidi joins me as we share the untold stories behind our experiences navigating personal growth's unpredictable tides. Together, we examine the uncomfortable, yet necessary, dips that come with evolution—those moments when old accomplishments no longer serve as our compass and lack a clear direction forward.
As we chart our course through these transformative waters, we revisit the foundational practices that anchor our well-being—like surrendering to what we cannot control and shifting our focus back to the traits and experiences we yearn for. We'll discuss why clarity in our life's direction is as essential as the North Star and how adopting a growth mindset isn't just an individual pursuit but a collective voyage. Join us for a heartfelt discussion that promises to connect you with your future visions and inspire a shared commitment to regular self-reflection and growth among all of us on this journey.
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I walk you through the critical steps of rebuilding from the ground up, sharing key insights from my own experiences and the consequences of tackling these steps out of order. The traps of strategizing from a place of stagnation are real, and I'll show you how to avoid them by shifting your consciousness first. Our thoughts and feelings aren't just fleeting—they forge the path ahead, and I'm here to help you align them with the future you yearn for.
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Battling anxiety can feel like an endless war within, and it's a struggle I've faced alongside countless others. But what if we could find strength in our most anxious moments? A story of a young athlete I coach shines a light on how anxiety not only blurs the now but also breeds self-judgment, reminding us that our harshest critic can often be our own mind.
Embrace these words as we uncover the importance of self-trust and faith while wading through anxious waters. By recognizing pressure as a chance to affirm our self-reliance, we can reshape the very foundations of our fear. You'll hear how the anxiety we experience can serve as a signpost, directing us inward toward alignment and growth. Together, we'll explore the liberating power of living in the present, where the unknown becomes familiar, and fear loses its foothold. As we close, I leave you with a heartfelt invitation to take control of your inner response, to shape not just your day but your life, with a newfound sense of freedom and hope.
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Discover the transformative power of the company you keep as we unveil the striking findings from a Harvard study showing just how much our social circles can make or break our success. You're invited to engage with us on a journey through the art of conversation and its role in manifesting the future you desire. We navigate the nuances of dialogue, from the words we choose to the topics we discuss, emphasizing how each conversation can be a stepping stone to a life that's vibrant and fulfilling. Join us as we share practical tips on how to elevate both your internal and external discourse, ensuring your words consistently align with the vision you have for your life.
Ever wonder how some people seem to effortlessly attract success and growth? The secret might just lie in the 'future-present' conversations they're having. In this episode, we highlight the magic these discussions hold in charting the course of our lives, challenging the idea that history is doomed to repeat itself. With a focus on crafting conversations that propel us forward, we'll also spotlight the importance of nurturing relationships that bolster our aspirations. Tune in for an episode brimming with strategies to help you consciously curate not just your friendships, but every word you speak, setting the foundation for the reality you aim to create.
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Navigating the complex tangle of self-identity, especially for athletes, is no easy feat. Evan delves into the critical work of his program "More Than Athletes," designed to help young sports enthusiasts chart a course for their future that isn't confined to the playing field. Writing prompts emerge as a surprising yet effective compass for self-discovery, encouraging young people to draw a bigger picture of their life's canvas. Such tools help to cultivate a sense of self that is as versatile and dynamic as the individuals themselves, ensuring they embark on their post-athletic journey empowered and self-assured.
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Embark on a transformative journey with Heidi and me as we unlock the mental mastery of self-detachment, an indispensable tool for navigating the turbulent waters of our thoughts and emotions. Through engaging conversation, we reveal how stepping back and observing our mental landscape can not only bolster our emotional resilience but also enhance our performance in all walks of life. We draw on examples from the rigorous training of Navy SEALs to the nuanced strategies of psychotherapy, demonstrating the profound effect self-detachment can have across various disciplines. Imagine the possibilities when we apply this liberating perspective to our daily lives, creating a robust foundation for personal growth and success.
As we further navigate this episode, we highlight the undeniable impact of experiential learning, especially in shaping the minds of young people. Traditional textbook knowledge pales in comparison to skills forged in the crucible of real-life experiences. Imagine the power of training that instills an automatic, competent response to life's chaotic challenges, much like an elite athlete in the throes of competition. We share the excitement for our upcoming workshop where participants can immerse themselves in the practice of self-detachment. Join us in this unique setting, where we'll guide you through breathing techniques, mindful movement, and the stillness required to integrate these life-altering strategies into your everyday existence.
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Have you ever faced a crossroads that completely shifted the trajectory of your life? That's exactly what happened to Anthony "Freight Train" Hamilton, whose football dreams derailed, only to steer him toward the high-octane world of MMA fighting. This episode features Anthony's amazing transformation from the gridiron to the cage, recounting the abrupt halt to his wrestling career and how the raw intensity of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu captured his warrior spirit. As he opens up about his ultimate leap into the UFC and the international spotlight's lucrative allure, you'll discover the sheer willpower and unique mindset a fighter must possess to rise through the ranks.
Strap in as we tackle the emotional highs and lows that define a fighter's journey. Hear my own tale of struggle, lacking parental support, and how marrying the love of my life, coupled with the mentorship from top-notch coaches, became my pillars of triumph. Anthony and I dissect the essence of nurturing excellence, emphasizing the pivotal role of a supportive circle and the right mentors to outshine the competition. This candid discussion promises a wealth of insights into overcoming adversity, the importance of preparation, and how the right environment fuels a relentless pursuit of greatness.
Finally, we shine a spotlight on the profound influence a parent has on their child, illustrated by Anthony's bond with his son, Tank. The remarkable discipline and focus Tank exhibits, despite his youth, underscore the power of a supportive and challenging environment. Their nightly training rituals evoke the iconic imagery of Rocky, teaching us that the sacrifices made in the shadows pave the way for the spotlight's triumph. It's a heartwarming testament to the undeniable force of motivation, vision, and the lasting impact we can imprint on the rising generation's hungry minds. Join us for this tale of perseverance and the ripple effect of inspiring others to chase their dreams with relentless passion.
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This conversation is an exploration into the art of fully committing to life's endeavors without the shadow of regret, advocating for 'no matter what' goals that prioritize the essence of our experiences. We'll share how radical responsibility for one's intentions paves the way for a life brimming with purpose and opportunity, ready to embrace or turn away from paths that deviate from our heart's true direction. Join us for an episode that promises to inspire, challenging you to lead with your heart and arm you with the readiness to seize the moments that define and prepare you for the future.
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When Dr. Tyler Simmet swapped his military boots to be a coach, little did he know that his story would touch so many lives. Now a beacon of hope and transformation, Tyler's journey from a U.S. Army physical therapist to an online health and mindset coach is not just inspiring; it's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. As he recounts his college days, where a volunteer stint for hurricane relief altered his trajectory from chasing material wealth to embracing a life of service, you'll feel the palpable shift in what success truly means. His narrative intertwines with my own revelations on heart-centered living, as we both share the daily practices that keep us grounded in our values—meditation, faith and the disciplined routines that clear the clutter and amplify our purpose.
Witnessing Tyler's vulnerability as he opens up about his battle with cancer is a profound experience that challenges us to confront our adversities with a heart-first mentality. The podcast has undergone a rebranding to constantly remind us of this mission, particularly in the cutthroat realms of business and sales. Our guest reflects on the jarring discovery of a spinal tumor and the emotional whirlwind of misdiagnoses and cancer treatment. His story is a vivid portrayal of the strength found in faith and community support, as he transitions from military service to a life calling that leads others through their darkest times.
Lastly, Tyler's approach to healing and growth through positive outlooks and lifestyle changes offers a deep dive into the potential of metabolic therapy and the significant role of nutrition in combating illness and enhancing life. As he details his post-cancer life decisions, including the brave choice to start a business in personalized health care using functional medicine, it's clear that his heart-led journey has not only armed him with remarkable resilience but also imparted wisdom that he generously shares with the world. For those keen to follow his ongoing work and insights on wellness and self-care, @drtylersimmet is where his story continues to unfold, and where yours can take a turn for the better.
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Have you ever felt the magnetic pull to something greater than yourself, to lead a life rich with purpose and devoid of the hunger for external accolades? That's what we're unpacking today, as we journey through the philosophy of leading with your heart first.
An open-hearted invitation to alter the course of your life. We discuss how ditching life's clutter in favor of authentic relationships, impactful actions, and leadership rooted in compassion can lead to a sense of fulfillment that can't be measured.
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Heidi and I have always believed that life's most significant growth stems from challenges we choose, not those that simply find us. This episode takes you through our family's journey of identifying and conquering these worthy challenges, starting with our son Colton's gritty preparation for the Unbeatable Mind Experience and culminating in Heidi's brave decision to undergo explant surgery. It's a story of intention, resilience, and the transformative power of aligning actions with values.
Join us as we dissect what it means to craft a Worthy Challenge that pushes the boundaries of comfort and initiates growth.
To close, we discuss the larger impact of our adventures on our community. Heidi's candid sharing via her podcast and social media presence at real_heidi_sawyer has cast a ripple of empowerment and authenticity. This episode isn't just a conversation; it's an invitation to step into your potential and join a community dedicated to living with heart-first intentionality.
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Introducing Samson Ebukam. He is from Portland WA, and played at EWU where he excelled and reached All-American honors. He was drafted in the 4th round by the Rams in 2017 and now plays Defensive End for the Colts. He had a breakout year with 9.5 sacks. Enjoy learning from his wisdom. In this podcast Samson talks about the rigorous demands of professional sports, demanding a temple-like dedication to maintaining one's physical and mental fortitude. Our heartfelt exchange sheds light on the disciplined nature of success. Moreover, it underscores the symbiosis between faith and action, highlighting the essential nature of preparation to grasp the opportunities life presents, a lesson that extends far beyond the chalk-lined battlegrounds of the NFL.
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Do you ever grapple with the nagging sense that you're just not doing enough, even when you're pouring your heart into your endeavors? Join us as we unpack this all-too-common sensation and explore the continuous cycle of self-improvement and the evolutionary pulse of desire that drives us forward.
And then, we address the opposite end of the spectrum—complacency. It's a tricky beast that creeps up when we plateau, mistaking it for the summit of our aspirations. We dissect the importance of continuous self-evaluation and setting intentions for growth.
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By redefining the process as the art of becoming, we uncover how true belief in oneself is forged and how it can catapult you beyond the confines of your initial ambitions. You'll be encouraged to shift your focus to who you are becoming, nurturing a mindset where goals are not just targets but milestones in the larger quest of personal development. Get ready to redefine success, as you join us on a transformative exploration of self, where the ultimate prize is a version of you that exceeds every expectation.
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Have you ever felt the crushing weight of expectations on the playing field or in your daily grind? I know I have, and that's why this episode is close to my heart as we tackle the silent opponent many athletes face in mental health. We're peeling back the layers of the harsh realities of depression and anxiety that are all too common among competitors, especially the young and collegiate. The conversation goes deep as we challenge the old-school belief that discipline alone can ward off mental strife.
In the arena of competition, whether you're a seasoned athlete or a weekend warrior, the rules of engagement have changed. This episode isn't just about the scoreboard; it's about rewriting our relationship with competition and transforming it into a source of strength and well-being. We explore how excessive screen time and battling our own minds can deplete our energies, and how cooperation rather than resistance can unlock a powerful competitive spirit. We invite you to join this pivotal dialogue and discover how to harmonize your drive to win with the pursuit of mental health and resilience.
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This episode is a heartfelt call to embrace the internal game over the external spectacle of success, urging listeners to detach self-worth from outcomes. Life's trials become less about the score and more about growth and introspection. By empowering ourselves and the younger generation to navigate the world with a sense of individual meaning, we open up pathways to consistent, purposeful action that isn't reliant on fleeting bursts of motivation. Join us as we navigate these transformative ideas, underscoring the notion that what makes us irreplaceable isn't the medals on the wall or the accolades in our inbox, but the unique journey each of us undertakes to discover the irreplaceable value we bring to the world.
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What step will you take tomorrow to elevate your mental game? Whether it's seeking out a mentor, challenging self-imposed limits, or starting a reflective journaling practice, this conversation is an invitation to commit to mental conditioning with the same rigor as one commits to physical training. Embrace the process-oriented mindset we advocate for, letting go of outcome dependence and cultivating an intrinsic motivation that drives growth.
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Failure, often seen as a setback, can be a powerful tool for resilience and self-improvement. What if we told you that defeats could be as meaningful as victories? Allow us to reveal how crafting an unconditional inner experience can render us stronger in the face of adversity. We'll also offer insights on striking a healthy balance between achievement and self-worth, emphasizing the importance of being process-oriented over being results-obsessed.
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Have you ever wondered how your body language, tone of voice, or facial expressions affect how you communicate and are perceived by others?
Listen in on our conversation with Neuroscience Specialist, Author, and Educator, Stefanie Faye as she shares her work researching and teaching about the biomechanics of communication. She explains how factors like facial expressions, tone of voice, and body language influence how messages are received and interpreted.
Listen in on and gain insights into your own communication styles and sensitivities in order to communicate better with those you care about and in turn, strengthen your relationships.
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This podcast episode features Barb Oviatt a Certified Integrated Mindset Coach specializing in helping individuals lose weight and keep it off by transforming their mindset even if they’ve never been able to in the past.
Barb is also the owner of The Mat Yoga & Martial Arts Studio in Liberty Lake, Washington, a Certified Yoga Instructor and Trainer, a Black Belt in Taekwondo, and Self Defense Instructor
She shares her experience helping people achieve weight loss and health goals over the past 15 years and how she initially got involved in this work and the importance of mindset in creating sustainable change. We discuss recognizing patterns, making incremental shifts, developing compassion for oneself, and finding accountability through community. Barb provides some practical tips for starting a health journey and emphasizes the value of personalized coaching.
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In this episode, we talk with Christy Deniston a Certified Integrated Mindset Coach, Life Coach, Postive Parenting Coach, Yoga Teacher, and School Counselor who also holds a BA in Psychology.
Christy shares her story of doing inner work to become a better parent when her kids were young. She was desperate for tools and answers to connect with her kids. We discuss how doing this work inwardly has allowed Christy to be a more present parent and model emotional regulation.
Christy talks about how her kids have mirrored her growth and learned tools like breathing from watching her. We also explore how personal growth impacts not just ourselves but future generations through modeling behaviors for our kids.
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Ryan interviews Colton Prete a husband, father of two, and fourth-year Osteopathic medical student at BYU-PNWU Provo with a Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science. He has a strong background in Yoga, Meditation, and Theology. Colton is preparing to move into Psychiatric Medicine as he has an incredible story of going from being in a dark place in life to finding the light within himself so that he could better serve his family, team, and community.
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In this episode, we chat with fitness professional and trainer Liz Fulop. Liz shares her philosophy of simplifying approaches to fitness and focusing on sustainability over drastic changes. She emphasizes the importance of understanding "WHY" you want to make changes, taking small actionable steps, and having a proven system and community support for achieving and maintaining goals.
- The need to simplify fitness and health approaches and reduce extra noise/confusion.
- Setting goals based on "WHY" rather than just outcomes like weight loss.
- Taking small, sustainable actions like going for a walk rather than drastic overnight changes.
- The importance of structure and a proven system/plan rather than flailing around in the gym.
- Integrating mindset practices like breathwork and visualization into fitness.
- Creating community and accountability through small groups to help achieve and sustain goals.
- Tailoring the program to individual needs and abilities through modifications.
- The launch of Liz and IHP Coaching's new "Integrated Fitness" program in September.
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Listen in on Heidi's powerful conversation with Stefanie Faye all about the science behind changing and replacing habits that no longer serve us.
About Stefanie Faye:
Stefanie is a former researcher and has spent parts of her career measuring electric conductance of the skin (GSR), facial electromyography (EMG), and heart rate.
She currently works with quantitative electroencephalography (QEEG), rhythmic sinus arrhythmia (heart rate variability), neurofeedback, and transcranial magnetic stimulation for clinical treatment at an intensive outpatient mental health clinic.
Her graduate research at New York University and fieldwork at the NYU Phelps lab for neuroscience research, the NYU Institute for Prevention Science, and Yeshiva University's Albert Einstein College of Medicine focused on the cross-section of self-directed neuroplasticity, family emotional climates, and empathy.
For the past decade, She has been teaching and consulting in countries all over the world by combining scientific insights and her training in monasteries with meditation masters from India, Africa, and Vietnam.
She is the host of the Mindset Neuroscience Podcast and currently works as a neurotechnology facilitator and coach.
In this episode, we discuss:
- How habits or automations are actually helpful to our brain because they help us conserve energy and make fewer daily decisions.
- Many habitual behaviors are often the result of attempting to meet our own internal need for psychological safety.
- How to start building greater self-awareness, THE first, critical step towards long-term change.
- Learning to observe or notice yourself can give you clues about why you may continue to run certain habits or automations.
- How you can lengthen the amount of time between the stimulus and your response by practicing conscious breathing and mindfulness.
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Website: www.ihpcoaching.com
IG: @integrated.mindset
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Connect with Stefanie:
Website: stefaniefaye.com
Instagram @stefanieffaye
Podcast: https://stefaniefaye.com/mindset-neuroscience-podcast/
In this episode, Ryan and Heidi use the metaphor of building a house to illustrate how to build the life you desire. They discuss the importance of laying a strong foundation of mindset and practices, framing who you need to become, and taking consistent action. Overall, this episode provides practical and inspiring advice for creating deeper connection and new experiences in your life.
Key points:
- Fundamentally, all we really want is deeper connection and new experiences.
- To create the life you desire, you need to become the version of yourself that makes it possible.
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Building a life is like building a house, it requires:
- Laying a strong foundation of mindset, principles and practices
- Framing who you need to become to live that life
- Taking consistent, achievable action towards your goals
- An integrated mindset focuses on the present moment and what is showing up for you now, rather than looking backward.
- The details of your life vision come after you have the framework in place.
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Website: www.ihpcoaching.com
IG: @integrated.mindset
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Today's episode focuses on three main ways to increase your confidence. Ryan and Heidi teach several methods to increase confidence but in this episode, they will unpack three of them: thought work, credibility, and winning in the mind.
Key Points:
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Thought Work:
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Thought work involves recognizing negative or limiting thoughts and shifting them towards positive and unlimited thinking.
- Thoughts create feelings, which then influence actions and ultimately lead to results. *Note we can go beyond thought.
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The importance of going beyond thought and integrating physical sensations in the body for deeper exploration.
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Credibility:
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This method focuses on building confidence through achievable goals and reflecting on past accomplishments.
- Setting small, attainable goals can help in developing a sense of credibility and self-assurance.
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The power of recognizing personal achievements and accomplishments as a confidence-building tool.
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Winning in the Mind:
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Creating vivid mental imagery of a confident version of oneself can help in developing a clearer sense of confidence.
- The body does not distinguish between real or perceived experiences, making mental imagery incredibly effective.
- Embrace the concept of an unlimited mind, where all possibilities exist.
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IG: @integrated.mindset
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Ryan and Heidi dive into the art of balancing present moment awareness with future projection. Drawing inspiration from their experiences riding dirt bikes and navigating obstacles, they reveal powerful insights on how to stay focused on future goals while appreciating the importance of the now.
Key points:
- Balancing present moment awareness with future projection.
- Importance of avoiding excessive focus on present obstacles.
- Applying dirt bike principle: "twist the throttle" to look ahead and navigate challenges.
- Projecting forward in life, business, and relationships for growth.
- Creating a mental model of the desired future experience.
- Awareness of current obstacles while maintaining focus on future goals.
- Embracing challenges as opportunities for growth.
- Taking action to integrate knowledge and apply it in daily life.
Quotes:
- "There's a difference between projecting forward into the future in a productive way, and doing it in a non-productive way."
- "What we focus on, we find."
- "Take your eyes forward... point your vision... focus and your awareness in that direction."
- "Be clear about the experience you want to have, the impact you want to make, and who you want to become."
- "Information without inetgrateion (action) will lead to frustration."
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Website: www.ihpcoaching.com
IG: @integrated.mindset
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Bonus Episode- Heidi talks with Megan Rempel, a wife, mom of 4, Registered Nurse, and an online Health & Wellness Coach. Megan's mission is to help women discover that life can actually be easier and more simple if they learn to tap into the energies of their monthly cycle.
We discuss:
- How allowing our female cycle to be a roadmap for a more effortless way of living, we can feel less stressed & overwhelmed, and more powerful, energized & confident.
- Many women share the belief that they have the belief that we need to BE all the things for everyone, go go go nonstop when really, we aren't! Nor should we! Our hormones do not support that.
- Our "high energy" phase of our cycle really isn't that long...yet we are trying to live in that phase all month! This is why so many of us feel burnt out, disconnected, irritable, etc.
- We NEED to have periods of rest and times when we really allow ourselves to go inward and tap into our feminine energy.
- How making sure we are getting the right foods and types of movement in during each phase of our cycles can help increase energy, mental clarity, and overall wellbeing.
Connect with Megan:
Instagram: @meganrempel4
Podcast: Unlearning Podcast (Formerly Fit To Be Mama)
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Website: www.ihpcoaching.com
IG: @integrated.mindset
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/integratedmindset
In this episode, we continue our discussion on redefining failure and exploring the concept of success. We delve into the thin line between failure and success and how redefining failure as a natural progression can change our perspective. We question what success truly means and how it relates to progress and happiness.
We discuss,
- The importance of redefining failure as a natural progression and learning opportunity.
- Questioning the conventional definition of success, which often revolves around material possessions and societal approval.
- Exploring the idea of success as progress towards a worthy ideal and becoming the best version of oneself.
- The significance of internal experiences and the quality of life, rather than external markers of success.
- Success should be measured by aligning one's actions with their inner purpose and values.
- Integration of the inner and outer worlds, where both contribute to a sense of fulfillment and happiness.
Powerful Quotes:
- "If we redefine failure as a natural progression, then what is success?"
- "What if success was when you wake up tomorrow, you're happy?"
- "Success is progress towards a worthy ideal."
- "Legitimately find success within the terms of progress, contribution, and meaning."
- "Focus on the right things instead of doing things right."
- "Success is the integration of the inner and outer world, where both are experienced 100%."
- "Define success based on your internal experience and alignment with your highest purpose."
- "Success is finding that central purpose that serves you and the world."
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Website: www.ihpcoaching.com
IG: @integrated.mindset
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In this episode, Ryan and Heidi discuss the topic of failure and its impact on our human experience. It’s our fear of failure that is a major obstacle that prevents us from taking action and achieving our goals.
We discuss,
- Failure is often the fear that stops people from taking action and pursuing their goals.
- The definition of failure is subjective and depends on expectations set by society, parents, or coaches.
- Failure can be seen as an opportunity to learn and grow, rather than a negative outcome.
- Quitting can also be a form of failure if one doesn't learn from the experience.
- Fear of failure is rooted in the fear of being embarrassed, rejected, or isolated from one's tribe.
- Overcoming the fear of failure requires embracing discomfort and seeing failure as an opportunity for growth.
- Failure should be approached with a process-oriented mindset, focusing on personal development and learning from experiences.
- Stepping out of one's comfort zone and practicing vulnerability can lead to valuable skills and personal growth.
Powerful Quotes:
- "I don't think failure is the thing that people are most afraid of, I think it's the thing that stops people the most, from taking action and from going for their goals and dreams."
- "The only way to fail is to not learn from your circumstance."
- "There is incredible power in someone saying, 'This environment is not for me,' and being able to shift, change, and course correct."
- "Failure is not even trying."
- "Your psychological safety comes from you going all in, giving yourself an opportunity to learn the lessons that need to be learned."
- "Failure is actually fear of being embarrassed, rejected, and potentially kicked out of the tribe."
- "It is a completely different experience to start to realize that you can start showing up, you can start really putting your all into something."
- "If my goal is to be more open and more vulnerable in my relationship, and I flex that muscle and I start practicing that, what a great set of skills to take into my next relationship or any other aspect of life."
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IG: @integrated.mindset
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In this episode, Ryan and Heidi delve into the universal theme of transitioning in life. From everyday moments to major life events, they explore the significance of embracing change and listening to our experiences. Drawing from their personal journeys, they reflect on the importance of navigating transitions with grace and self-awareness, cautioning against losing touch with our true selves amidst various roles. By highlighting the interconnectedness of our basic human needs and the power of embracing the unknown, they inspire listeners to approach transitions with compassion and embrace the potential for growth and positive outcomes.
We discuss,
- We discuss the process of transitioning and how it is a common theme in everyone's life, from moment to moment and from significant life events like graduating, getting married, becoming a parent, or experiencing loss.
- Ryan and Heidi share their personal experiences of transitioning and how it led them to reflect on their lives and find ways to handle transitions with more ease and grace.
- The concept of identity and the roles we play in life and how we can easily over-identify with specific roles and then feel a sense of being lost when they change.
- Basic human needs of physical well-being, connection, a sense of self, and meaning or purpose in life, and how these needs are interconnected and influence our identity.
- Challenges and fears associated with transitions and the importance of embracing the unknown to find freedom and opportunities for personal growth.
- Practicing self-compassion during transitions.
Powerful quotes:
- "If you stop and think about it, we are all transitioning in life, every day, from moment to moment."
- "I want to share some of our experiences of life, as they become more clear how we could have handled them with more ease and with more grace."
- "We can get over-identified with any aspect of what we're doing or who we're being in our life and lose track of who we really are."
- "The important key to transition is getting in touch with who you truly are and what those values are for you."
- "There's incredible power in the unknown because it's in the unknown that there's not a predetermined pattern."
- "There's polarity in transitions. If it's scary, it also has the potential for excitement and opportunity."
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Website: www.ihpcoaching.com
IG: @integrated.mindset
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What if we didn't need a reason to be happy? What if we stopped looking for all these reasons that we thought were going to make us happy and instead focused on moving toward a worthy ideal and the larger impact that could make in the world? That’s what we’re discussing in this podcast episode. Tune in and uncover a limitless well of peace, joy, and happiness within yourself.
We discuss,
- The topic of happiness was sparked by the realization that children can experience happiness without needing a specific reason.
- Our human tendency is to look externally for reasons to be happy, which can lead to unhappiness when those external conditions are not met.
- The importance of pursuing a worthy ideal, which involves personal growth, authenticity, and service to others.
- Spontaneous happiness can arise naturally when you are aligned with your path and free from attachments and preferences.
- The importance of managing your internal world in building a worthy ideal for yourself by focusing on qualities such as confidence, presence, connection, and personal fulfillment rather than external achievements or approval.
Powerful quotes:
- "What if we didn't need a reason? What if we stopped looking for all these reasons that we thought were going to make us happy?"
- "If I believe that my happiness is attached to something, then my unhappiness is also attached to something."
- "Happiness is just kind of a byproduct of working towards a worthy ideal."
- "It is a shedding of layers, stepping out and going, 'Oh, okay, I did that. I didn't die. It's okay.'"
- "Imagine a life or a version of you where life seems to flow through you, rather than happening to you."
- "Focus on the right things and connect with those that you love the most."
- "I'm happy in everything I just said had nothing to do with money, body type, or external validation."
- "Happiness is something that spontaneously arrives when we're on our path and free from attachments."
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IG: @integrated.mindset
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This Impact Makers episode features Mindset Coach Paul Fitzgerald and his take on the transformative power of self-acceptance and self-love.
We discuss:
- Paul opens up about his own experiences with inner conflict, identity loss, and living an inauthentic life. He reveals his inner struggle and thoughts of wanting to die, ultimately leading to a turning point and a desire for change.
- The importance of being authentic and true to oneself, even if it means not being popular with everyone.
- How Paul encourages his clients to start with small compliments to themselves and gradually build self-acceptance.
- Paul's coaching approach involves tough love and straight talk to help his clients break free from old patterns and the masks they wear.
- The idea of imagining a conversation with a higher power in one's final days and the regret that might come from not pursuing one's potential. The goal is to inspire clients to take action and make positive changes in their lives.
- The need for all people to learn to love themselves and challenge societal norms around self-worth and the idea of “self-love” particularly for men.
Quotes:
- "Be authentic, just be you, just be the true you."
- "Sometimes you won't be popular with everybody, but that's okay."
- "Let's open the possibility that you can love yourself."
- "Start with something that you can be okay with about yourself."
- "When you're lost, the next natural progression is to be found."
- "In your final days... we had this amazing stuff planned out for you, and you messed it up."
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Facebook https://www.facebook.com/paul.fitzgerald.98871
IG: https://www.instagram.com/paulfitzgerald_official_
Ready to shift a habit or create a routine that better supports your life goals? You'll want to listen to this episode!
We discuss:
- The concept of one-degree shifts or incremental shifts as a way to create change in various areas of life and the importance of determining what you want to be different in your life and envisioning yourself in the future after making incremental shifts.
- Making one-degree shifts over time can lead to significant changes and a different direction in life and the power of small actions and the compound effect they have over time.
- The simplicity of the practice but acknowledge that it requires fortitude and belief to see the long-term benefits.
- How to set minimum goals or micro-goals in different areas such as exercise, nutrition, social interaction, etc.
- Importance of staying in rhythm and adapting routines to match current needs and priorities.
- Embracing the challenge of sticking to new habits and intentions by using practical strategies to remind yourself and create pattern interrupts. Examples include using notes or Post-it reminders, moving apps on the phone to different folders with thought-provoking labels, and time-blocking tasks in a planner.
- We introduce the concept of layering activities where multiple beneficial actions are combined, such as drinking water, conscious breathing, walking, sun exposure, and grounding.
Powerful Quotes:
- "Shifting away from that experience that feels constricted is a very simple but not easy practice."
- "Go as far as you can see, and then once you get there, you'll be able to see further."
- "If you take on this mindset of incremental shifting or one-degree shifts, then you will at a point in time be able to look back and be like, 'Wow, look at that.'"
- "The compound effect of small actions over time can lead to significant changes."
- "You don't set the table all at once. You put one layer, you layer, you put one thing down at a time until it becomes just routine."
- "Every day is a new opportunity to stop and smell the flowers, to listen to the birds singing, to be present in your life."
- "Make each day your masterpiece. And that's done by linking glimpses of goodness together."
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IG: @integrated.mindset
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In this episode, we discuss about Ryan Sawyer's personal story and his book "Choice Point," which addresses breaking the cycle of depression, anxiety, and self-sabotage to realize his own potential.
We Discuss:
- How Ryan's past experiences with anxiety, self-doubt, depression, and suicidal thoughts shaped his journey and led him to seek ways to make a positive impact.
- Ryan's internal turmoil intensified over time, affecting his marriage, parenting, and overall well-being as he struggled silently, even while achieving success in various areas of his life.
- Despite external accomplishments, Ryan felt trapped in darkness and saw no way out, leading to a sense of hopelessness.
- The importance of acknowledging and addressing the challenges and difficulties of the human experience.
- The power of choice and how it shapes our experiences.By choosing how we respond to each moment, we condition ourselves to perceive things differently.
- The importance of starting the day with intention.
Powerful Quotes:
- "In each moment, we have a choice to continue to let our past dictate our future, or to choose to write a new story that serves our greatest good."
- "I'm gonna feel it fully. And then I'm going to turn it into excitement and joy and purpose and meaning. So here we go. I'm ready."
- "This human experience is not always rainbows and unicorns."
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"When I was in the film room, where I'm on a football field with a whistle around my neck and having the guys hit the sled... there was nothing, I was completely free in those moments."
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"To perceive something different, to see opportunity, to see potential, to see the gift, to learn the lesson, to see the good thing in somebody else."
- "Whatever we're facing, whatever challenges we're traversing in life, we always have an opportunity for a choice point, we always have a chance to decide who it is we want to be."
- "I'm here to shine as big a light and scream from the mountaintops you guys that there's hope to learn how to let go and understand how to use the mind for your greatest good."
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In this episode, we dive into a heartfelt conversation about life, love, and loss with Impact Maker- Certified Grief Educator, Mary Anne Ruddis. Mary Anne's journey is deeply intertwined with her passion for helping others, particularly families of children facing cancer and those with special needs. As the Executive Director of Elevations: A Children's Therapy Resource Foundation, she works tirelessly to raise funding for therapy services, making a significant impact on families facing unseen challenges. Mary Anne's extensive personal experience with medically fragile children and loss has shaped her perspective and fuels her drive to make a difference. Join us as we explore her remarkable story and delve into the profound belief that we all have a responsibility to the world we live in and that CHOICE is one of the greatest gifts we can embrace.
- Mary Anne shares her personal experience with loss and grief, including the diagnosis and deaths of her daughter, husband, and son from cancer.
- Her personal journey to clarity and embracing life experiences without resistance.
- Mary Anne shares her perspective on grief and the importance of embracing and processing emotions along with recognizing the challenges others may face when trying to support someone who is grieving and the fear of saying the wrong thing.
- Mary Anne highlights the importance of being present and showing up for others during difficult times and encourages understanding and empathy, emphasizing the intention behind someone's words rather than focusing on the specific words used. She also shares how much being able to accept help from others can impact one’s healing journey.
- We discuss the human need for connection and our shared desire to normalize the human experience, including grief, and the societal pressure to suppress emotions.
- Mary Anne speaks about her exploration of philosophical and religious concepts to find answers about suffering and the human condition and her shifts in perspective and understanding of life and death over time.
- The importance of knowing oneself and accepting life as it is to find happiness and embracing the impersonal universe and seeing one's life as part of a greater fabric.
- The power of choice and the ability to shift perspective and focus on the light even in dark times and the existential question of why we are here and the search for meaning and purpose.
Powerful quotes:
- "We live in a culture that silo ourselves off."
- "If we can normalize the human experience, there's a certain level of suffering happening... if we can normalize it, then it brings us together."
- "We become a society that tries to medicate grief away... grief is not something that you're going to get over in six months or a year."
- "It's on all of us to connect with each other... really listen to each other and hear what people are saying."
- "If we can get grounded in the fact that this person is at least trying to help... it's not so much about what you say, it's about just being there, showing up."
- "None of us have to be perfect, and none of us are perfect.""Our life experiences are based upon how we embrace them and allow them to be there without resistance."
- "As hard as it was to lose them, I also had this strong, strong faith that was not built on any religion but something that I fashioned together."
- "Sometimes we forget that we have choice. And that's what it all comes down to."
- "It takes courage to shift, to move above the line into a place of curiosity, acceptance, and love."
- "Even in the depths of darkness, there's hope, that pinprick of light."
- "We're caterpillars trying to become butterflies, growing our souls and embracing the light."
- "The struggle and fight are part of finding our way and discovering who we truly are."
- "We're here to accelerate the growth and evolution of our souls."
- "The desire for meaning and purpose leads us to explore existential questions and seek clarity."
- "I think my goal is to be who I was born to be, and to take what has happened in my life and use it as a connection for a greater fabric, to help improve all of us."
- "The only thing we can really change is to continue to improve ourselves, which will create the ripple effect."
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Website: www.ihpcoaching.com
IG: @integrated.mindset
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Connect with Mary Anne:
Website: https://maryanneruddis.com/about/
Facebook: Dear Bereaved Parent Facebook Page
TEDx Talk: How Grief Can Lead to Growth
Book: A Kid With Cancer Book
NonProfit: Elevations Spokane
Ryan & Heidi interview Casey Jacox, Author of the book ‘WIN the RELATIONSHIP, not the DEAL: Six Common Sense Strategies to Succeed in Life & Business’, who discusses his mission to address the lack of humility, vulnerability, and curiosity in the world.
- Casey emphasizes the importance of curiosity in building relationships and personal growth.
- Casey shares anecdotes and highlights the value of learning from mistakes and embracing adversity.
- Using the TED framework (Tell me, Explain, Describe) can help ask effective questions and foster meaningful conversations.
- Asking specific questions about how to slow down and improve in various roles (friend, employee, leader) can provide valuable feedback.
- Creating space for others to share their perspectives and gifts promotes connection and growth.
- All feedback is valuable, and there is no such thing as bad feedback.
- Using curiosity and meaningful questions can strengthen relationships and deepen understanding.
- The six common sense strategies discussed in Casey’s book include being nice, starting with positivity, setting expectations, active listening, humility, practicing one's craft, and having patience.
- One common issue is leaders not creating space for others to contribute, which can lead to a culture of fear and hinder growth.
- Using spoken affirmations for physical, emotional, and opportunistic statements.
- Staying focused and connected through humility.
- Creating five new "swear words" that replace negative or limiting words like "should," "want," "have to," and "can't."
Episode Quotes:
"I'm on a mission to solve three problems: lack of humility, lack of vulnerability, and a lack of curiosity."
"Curiosity is an absolute superpower."
"I love being curious. I love teaching curiosity."
"Things don't happen to people, they happen for us."
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IG: @integrated.mindset
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Website: www.caseyjacox.com
IG: @caseyjacox9
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/casey.jacox
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In this conversation Ryan and Heidi discuss the transformative power of forgiveness, letting go, and choosing love in order to experience a deeper sense of connection, joy, and personal growth.
Here are the main takeaways and key points:
- Ryan emphasizes that forgiveness is essential for moving beyond obstacles and experiencing a new and different life. It is not about forgiving the other person, but about liberating oneself.
- They discuss how people tend to hold onto past experiences and allow them to define their lives. By suppressing emotions and not processing the lessons, individuals can relive negative experiences and limit their growth.
- Heidi shares her own story of betrayal and heartbreak in her first marriage, where she discovered her ex-husband's infidelity and substance abuse. This experience led her to build walls and fear getting hurt again in her subsequent relationship with Ryan.
- Ryan reveals his battle with depression and anxiety, which affected their relationship. Both Ryan and Heidi were subconsciously manifesting patterns from their past experiences, leading to emotional disconnection and seeking validation outside the relationship.
- Heidi admits to using external factors like building a perfect house, focusing on fitness, and other external achievements to distract herself from confronting her buried emotions.
- When Ryan finally confesses his relationship with someone else, Heidi goes through a period of self-pity, feeling victimized. It takes time for her to understand her role in the situation and develop compassion for Ryan's struggle.
- Despite the challenges, Ryan and Heidi decide to work on themselves individually and save their marriage. They emphasize the importance of personal growth and self-reflection in rebuilding trust and connection.
- Love is a choice that goes beyond superficial factors or compatibility. It involves seeing someone's heart and choosing them despite their imperfections and mistakes.
- Letting go of attachments and stories allows for acceptance and opens up the possibility of creating a new and fulfilling future. It puts one back in the driver's seat and leads to self-compassion and deeper understanding.
Episode Quotes:
"Forgiveness is not about forgiving the other person; it's about liberating yourself."
"We hold on to past experiences in a way that we don't allow ourselves to receive the gift of it and learn the lesson."
"The lesson will repeat itself until we learn from it."
"We were all living a path highly affected by our past experiences until we become consciously aware of them."
"The grass is greener on the other side" mindset can prevent true self-growth.
"When you put walls up to try to protect yourself... you keep out the connection."
"Integration happens... you begin to allow for things to touch you... you allow that to come in and go and pass through you."
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Website: www.ihpcoaching.com
IG: @integrated.mindset
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Ryan and Heidi delve into the significance of mindset in personal growth and making a positive impact. They introduce three key Integrated Mindset principles:
- Taking full responsibility
- Seeing everything as an opportunity
- Viewing life as a training ground
Despite the challenge of accepting that everything in life is for your benefit, they emphasize the power of mindset. By reflecting on personal experiences, including difficult circumstances that led to growth and clarity, they highlight the concept of the Law of Polarity. Ryan shares a personal journey of overcoming depression and anxiety, finding purpose, and being content regardless of external circumstances. They stress the importance of finding lessons and opportunities in everyday situations to develop resilience and inner strength.
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Website: www.ihpcoaching.com
IG: @integrated.mindset
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Join Ryan and Heidi in this episode as they delve into the topic of intentionally disconnecting from our regular environments and plugging into ourselves. By taking time to connect with our inner selves and higher power, we can recharge and gain clarity on our next steps towards becoming the best versions of ourselves. Additionally, they share practical tips on breaking unconscious patterns and habits in our daily lives, and provide guidance on planning pattern interrupts at different intervals, from daily to annual.
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IG: @integrated.mindset
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Ryan and Heidi discuss the process of becoming an impact maker in your family, community, world, and for humanity. How to work with the hole that you see in the universe that provides a way you can contribute or help. Making an impact starts within yourself, inside your four walls, your neighborhood, and your community, this is what we call starting at home first.
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Commitment #15 Being The Resolution
“I commit to being the resolution or solution that is needed: seeing what is missing in the world as an invitation to become that which is required.”
Ryan and Heidi go LIVE each week on Facebook to present a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Commitment #14 Creating Win For All Solutions
“I commit to creating win for all solutions (win for me, win for the other person, win for the organization, and win for the whole) for whatever issues, problems, concerns, or opportunities life gives me.”
Ryan and Heidi go LIVE each week on Facebook to present a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Commitment #13 Experiencing The World As An Ally
“I commit to seeing all people and circumstances as allies that are perfectly suited to help me learn the most important things for my growth.”
Ryan and Heidi go LIVE each week on Facebook to present a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Commitment #12 Having Enough Of Everything
"I commit to experiencing that I have enough of everything... including time, money, love, energy, space, resources, etc."
Ryan and Heidi go LIVE each week on Facebook to present a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Commitment #11 Sourcing your Own Security, Control and Approval
" I commit to being the source of my security, control and approval."
Ryan and Heidi go LIVE each week on Facebook to present a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Commitment #10 Exploring The Opposite
" I commit to seeing that the opposite of my story is as true or truer than my original story. I recognize that I interpret the world around me and give my stories meaning."
Ryan and Heidi go LIVE each week on Facebook to present a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Commitment #9 Living A Life Of Play And Rest
" I commit to creating a life of play, improvisation, and laughter. I commit to seeing all of life unfold easefully and effortlessly. I commit to maximizing my energy by honoring rest, renewal and rhythm."
Ryan and Heidi go LIVE each week on Facebook to present a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Commitment #8 Excelling In Your Zone Of Genius
" I commit to expressing my full magnificence, and to supporting and inspiring others to fully express their creativity and live in their zone of genius."
Ryan and Heidi go LIVE each week on Facebook to present a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Commitment #7 Generating Appreciation
"I commit to living in appreciation, fully opening to both receiving and giving appreciation."
Ryan and Heidi go LIVE each week on Facebook to present a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Commitment #6 Practicing Integrity (Wholeness)
"I commit to the masterful practice of integrity, including acknowledging all authentic feelings, expressing the unarguable truth and keeping my agreements."
Ryan and Heidi go LIVE each week on Facebook to present a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Commitment #5 Eliminating Gossip
"I commit to ending gossip, talking directly to people with whom I have an issue or concern, and encouraging others to talk directly to people with whom they have an issue or concern."
Ryan and Heidi go LIVE each week on Facebook to present a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Commitment #4 Speaking Candidly " I commit to saying what is true for me. I commit to being a person to whom others can express themselves with candor. "
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Commitment #3 Feeling All Feelings
"I commit to feeling my feelings all the way through to completion. They come, and I locate them in my body then move, breathe and vocalize them so they release all the way through."
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Commitment #2 Learning Through Curiosity
"I commit to growing in self-awareness. I commit to regarding every interaction as an opportunity to learn. I commit to curiosity as a path to rapid learning."
Ryan and Heidi go LIVE each week on Facebook to present a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Commitment #1 Taking Radical Responsibility
"I commit to taking full responsibility for the circumstances of my life, and my physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing. I commit to support others to take full responsibility for their lives."
Ryan and Heidi introduce a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Ryan and Heidi introduce a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
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Ryan and Heidi introduce a new book club series of podcasts on the book The 15 Commitments Of Conscious Leadership. You don't have to be a leader in the traditional way we think of leadership to benefit from this book- You are already the leader of your own life even if you don't currently lead a team or family.
Book Description:
You'll never see leadership the same way again after reading this book.
These 15 commitments are a distillation of decades of work with CEOs and other leaders. They are radical or provocative for many. They have been game changers for us and for our clients. We trust they will be for you, too.
Our experience is that unconscious leadership is not sustainable. It won't work for you, your team, or your organization in the long term. Unconscious leadership can deliver short-term results, but the costs of living and leading unconsciously are great.
Fear drives most leaders to make choices that are at odds with healthy relationships, vitality, and balance. This fear leaves a toxic residue that won't be as easily tolerated in an increasingly complex business environment.
Conscious leadership offers the antidote to fear. These pages contain a comprehensive road map to guide you to shift from fear-based to trust-based leadership. Once you learn and start practicing conscious leadership, you'll get results in the form of more energy, clarity, focus, and healthier relationships. You'll do more and more of what you are passionate about and less of what you do out of obligation. Your team will get results as well. Drama and gossip will all but disappear, and the energy and resources that fueled them will be redirected toward innovation and creativity.
Any one of these commitments will change your life. All of them together are revolutionary.
What do you need to bring to the table?
Be curious.
Sounds so simple, yet in our experience it's a skill few have mastered. Most of us are far more interested in being right and proving it than we are in learning, growing, and shifting out of our old patterns. By default we gravitate toward the familiar. We're asking you to take a chance and explore the unfamiliar.
Head on over to Amazon or your favorite local bookstore and grab a copy of the book! Join us here on the podcast for the series or LIVE on Facebook Wednesdays starting January 4th at 12PM PST.
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In this episode, Ryan and Heidi discuss how we can begin to create the life we most desire by acting and living as if we are just one step ahead of our current perceived reality.
Our brains are always working to create repetitive and predictable algorithms for what's going to happen in the future and it works to keep us in the same experience of life day-to-day. However, we have the unique opportunity to override the system and intentionally plant new imagery and thoughts around who we desire to BE and the life we want to live. This is wonderful and exciting news!!
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In this week’s episode, we dive into the topic of letting go in order to discover your true nature and create a different experience of life. Ryan talks about how to let go of thoughts and feelings that make us feel constricted, separate, or not enough.
When we are caught in these lower-vibration feelings we must be able to bring our attention to the experience by becoming aware of it, accepting it, and allowing it to move through us.
These lower vibrations keep us in a patterned and predictable experience of life. When we practice the 3 A’s we are launched into willingness, acceptance, joy, and peace. Life becomes a limitless experience. When we let go of trying to control- we feel more in control.
The 3 A's:
- Attention- Bring your full attention to the present moment and the sensations happening in your body.
- Acceptance- No judgment, no narrative. Allowing Liking Circuits to fire up so you can receive the gift.
- Allowance- Allow the disturbance to be there and pass through you without resistance.
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The holiday season can be a busy and stressful time of year but it's also a wonderful time to take inventory and simplify areas of your life that have become cluttered. Removing what is no longer serving you creates what we call “The Void” in the Cycle of Transformation- making space for more intentional shifts to happen. In this episode, we discuss ways you can invite spaciousness into your life including decluttering the following:
- Your physical environment
- Your calendar/ time commitments
- Your mental space/ focus/ attention
- Your emotional and spiritual space
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Ryan and Heidi join special guest Stefanie Faye of the Mindset Neuroscience Podcast to discuss the importance of real connection in a high-tech world where social media, text, and email are becoming the most common ways people communicate. Learn about what we are missing and why we need more voice and face-to-face communication as humans.
About Stefanie:
Stefanie is a former researcher and has spent parts of her career measuring electric conductance of the skin (GSR), facial electromyography (EMG), and heart rate.
She currently works with quantitative electroencephalography (QEEG), rhythmic sinus arrhythmia (heart rate variability), neurofeedback, and transcranial magnetic stimulation for clinical treatment at an intensive outpatient mental health clinic.
Her graduate research at New York University and fieldwork at the NYU Phelps lab for neuroscience research, the NYU Institute for Prevention Science, and Yeshiva University's Albert Einstein College of Medicine focused on the cross-section of self-directed neuroplasticity, family emotional climates, and empathy.
For the past decade, She has been teaching and consulting in countries all over the world by combining scientific insights and her training in monasteries with meditation masters from India, Africa, and Vietnam.
She is the host of the Mindset Neuroscience Podcast and currently works as a neurotechnology facilitator and coach.
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This week Ryan and Heidi are joined by Andrew Dowler- Exercise Physiologist, Acupuncturist, Yoga, and Qigong teacher to discuss the physical, mental, and emotional healing power of somatic movement.
Want more? Checkout Episode #12 Cultivating Energy Through Breathwork with Andrew Dowler
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What we refuse to heal and deal with repeats until we learn the lessons that are for us. In this episode, Ryan and Heidi share candidly about their own struggles in their marriage and the POWER of forgiveness.
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In this episode, Ryan and Heidi share a raw and real story about a struggle they had in their marriage and how they had both unconsciously been sabotaging their relationship. They uncover how to know when you are "upper limiting" yourself in your marriage, career, business, or any other area of life and what you can do to begin to change your self-concept and core beliefs.
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Ryan and Heidi discuss the practice of "I SEE YOU" and what it can look like to no longer attach to the thoughts and stories that hold us back from fulfilling our true potential or having the relationships and experience of life we truly desire. Being able to see others through new eyes in each moment is a POWERFUL practice that can transform every single relationship in your life.
- When we pause and become more present with ourselves and those around us, we can open the door to new levels of connection
- Suppressing, repressing, and denying these aspects of our experience actually strengthens the energy behind them
- When we are able to bring out attention, allowance, and acceptance of our own perceived limitations of inner critical self-talk, we begin to dissolve the power behind it
- Noticing the narratives our thoughts that are running in our head and without resistance, we can just become aware and say "I see you"
- When you begin to let go of those separate parts it's like cleaning the windshield- You can now see more of what is true instead of constantly being stuck in the stories and narratives
- At our core, as human beings, we all want desperately to be SEEN
- We must stop holding others to our view of them based on how they showed up as in the past
- If you are unwilling to truly SEE yourself you are denying yourself the most important human need, belonging
- When you can belong to yourself it will change the game in every area of your life
- Do you want to experience more love? Make yourself easier to love by loving yourself first
- As we begin to liberate energy by letting go of the separate self- we begin to find what our true capacity for connection and love
Ryan and Heidi discuss the importance of us as parents being able to use the tools of co-regulation and objective noticing to teach self-regulation to our children.
* We all what our children to have a competitive edge in life- to be emotionally intelligent, resilient, and confident about taking on any challenge in life
* In the US culture, we have noticed how many men are raised to suppress their emotions as they are growing up
* Downplaying our children's physical sensations that are leading to big emotions teaches our kids to question, ignore, and mistrust their own internal experience
* Diminishing the signal of pain teaches our children that they are bad or wrong for feeling
* The goal is to allow ourselves to feel fully in one moment and to let go in the next
* The old model vs. the new model of parenting a child through their own discomfort
* What is co-regulation? Co-regulation involves one person staying present for another through a challenging experience such that the stressed individual experiences greater self-awareness
* How to practice the 3 A's: Attention, Acceptance, Allowance
* Using objective noticing to help our children identify the sensations they are experiencing without the "thought story they may want to attach to the experience
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Ryan and Heidi discuss several concepts related to experiencing and overcoming resistance that comes with growth and change.
- Ryan shares about his experience attending the Unbeatable Mind Experience with their 9-year-old son.
- Experiencing a dip after a big highlight or high in life is completely normal and part of the growth process
- The feeling of loss we can have when making changes in life is directly related to the death of the "old self" in the form of thought patterns, beliefs, and outdated habits
- Putting resistance on a rubber band can stretch it to the point where there is a snap back which can be related to the dip we feel after a growth spurt
- The "crab theory" and you can relate it to your internal domain
- Stepping into the unknown with the expectation of resistance
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Ryan and Heidi discuss how self-development can often be associated with feeling selfish as parents and how when we work on ourselves in service to others we can make a greater impact on our kids, teams, and communities.
Key points:
- Working on yourself is the most impactful way you can help your kids and those you lead is working on yourself.
- Ryan shares how there was a time in his life when he didn't understand the need for self-development
- We live in an instant gratification world that doesn't always align with developing ourselves
- The only way to be selfless- is to first be selfish- otherwise, you are pouring from an empty cup
- Cleaning the windshield is a great place to start- this takes recognizing what we don't want and what the end result is if we choose not to take personal responsibility
- Examine the ways you may be getting instant gratification or avoiding/ buffering and ask yourself if those behaviors or habits really serve you
- "Start making change a habit"- begin to change things and get used to the feeling of change- lean into the resistance
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Ryan and Heidi join special guest Stefanie Faye of the Mindset Neuroscience Podcast to discuss the natural learning process for humans and what that means for us as parents and caretakers.
Key points:
- Stefanie shares how she became interested in neuroscience and her deep desire to understand human behavior
- What is self-directed neuroplasticity?
- Parents and primary caregivers make the greatest impact on the life of a child
- A human's primary objective in learning is to survive which means we must be as adaptable as possible
- The human learning process is what sets us apart from other species
- When we're born we don't have much mastery of our environment but we grow and learn based on feedback from those around us which is mostly non-verbal through signals like facial muscle movement, pupil dilation, etc.
- The first things we learn about our environment come from very subtle signals (based on internal state changes) from our caretakers or parents- this teaches us how we should respond to the environment (stressful or relaxed)
- Repetitive data comes from seeing our parents react to outside stimuli to help us decide what is safe or unsafe and what we should potentially avoid
- We can train our responses by intentionally exposing ourselves to physiological discomfort such as ice baths, workouts, etc.
- The power of "Don't tell them, show them" is that kids need sensory motor stimulation to learn by seeing and not just being verbally told
About Stefanie:
Stefanie is a former researcher and has spent parts of her career measuring electric conductance of the skin (GSR), facial electromyography (EMG), and heart rate.
She currently works with quantitative electroencephalography (QEEG), rhythmic sinus arrhythmia (heart rate variability), neurofeedback, and transcranial magnetic stimulation for clinical treatment at an intensive outpatient mental health clinic.
Her graduate research at New York University and fieldwork at the NYU Phelps lab for neuroscience research, the NYU Institute for Prevention Science, and Yeshiva University's Albert Einstein College of Medicine focused on the cross-section of self-directed neuroplasticity, family emotional climates, and empathy.
For the past decade, She has been teaching and consulting in countries all over the world by combining scientific insights and her training in monasteries with meditation masters from India, Africa, and Vietnam.
She is the host of the Mindset Neuroscience Podcast and currently works as a neurotechnology facilitator and coach.
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In this episode, Ryan and Heidi explore the concept of both the victim and creator orientations from David Emerald's book The Power of TED (The Empowerment Dynamic).
Key Points Discussed:
- Ryan shares about a time he recognized he was in a victim mindset
- Learn about the three roles within each of the orientations (Victim or Creator) and how to know where you are on the scale at any given moment
- The Dreaded Drama Triangle (DDT): Victim, Persecutor, and Rescuer
- The Empowerment Dynamic (TED): Creator, Challenger, and Coach
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In this episode, we have a candid conversation about something that has been coming up a lot lately as a question from people signing up for our Integrated Performance For Leaders Program and who are wanting their partners to get on board and join them in doing personal development work.
We discuss:
- When we experience the unfolding of new perspectives and growth within ourselves, we naturally want to bring those we care about along.
- You can't expect your partner's journey to look like yours. We are all individuals and need to have our own reasons and ways of learning and growing.
- We share about our own experiences being in different places and commitment levels toward our own growth throughout our marriage.
- Some ways that you can begin to express yourself and your desires without feeling like you're judging, blaming, or trying to rescue the other person.
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This week we visited with Ryan's cousin John Wood a father and Chiropractor about how he has continued to give life his all even after losing his youngest son Seth to cancer. John is an inspiration to us and we know you'll find value in what he has to share in this conversation.
We discuss:
- John shares how he works with patients in his chiropractic practice to help them reset and balance their nervous systems.
- About 6 years ago John's son Seth developed a terrible headache which was later discovered to be caused by a brain tumor.
- After losing Seth, John took to the hiking trails as a way to process his grief and ultimately ended up climbing Mt. Rainier several times along with his son Tristen.
- Ways you can support someone who is grieving or facing loss.
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We all have days when we just can't muster up the motivation to stay on track with our goals. Let's face it, you're not going to feel like doing the daily steps to pursue your goals every single day. In this episode, Ryan and Heidi discuss what it's looked like in their own journeys to just "go as far as you can see" and how you can keep up the momentum toward your larger vision.
Key points discussed:
- Perfectionism holds you back from achieving because when you are caught in that place it will never be "good enough"
- Successful people take risks and push themselves. They are willing to take that leap without knowing all the answers because they know that nothing will ever come to them without taking action and stepping outside of their comfort zone.
- Whether you're a parent, leader, business owner, or even moving through something that feels dark and difficult right now, there will be days where you feel that "fire" and other days where it's just hard to get out of bed
- We've got to get good at living within the "6 inches in front of our face" taking micro steps toward getting just one percent better each day
- The importance of being realistic about your capacity and energy levels from day to day as you adjust and don't quit
- Having eagle vision and taking mouse steps...
- The value of mentorship
- Accepting Awareness: Being willing to accept where you currently stand and letting it help you move toward what you want next
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This week on the podcast we share how we have decided to join forces to rebrand the podcast from Integrated Performance to our new show TOGETHER called Integrated Mindset Podcast.
In this episode we discuss:
- The integrated family training we are doing
- Our core factors of having an integrated Mindset
- What we're learning from our own experiences and sharing them with you as we lean into living a fully integrated life together and as parents and leaders
- We share the brand new program coming out this month called Integrated Performance For Leaders
- Why "thought work" alone is not enough
- The Human Operating System and cycle of change
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In this episode, my wife Heidi and I have a totally un-scripted and unplanned conversation about this concept of "You vs. You" and what it means to understand your innate value and worthiness but still continue to push yourself to grow and become better every single day.
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In this episode, my wife Heidi and I discuss what "Don't Tell Them, Show Them" means to us individually as leaders in our family and businesses.
- We often tell our children or others we lead to do things a certain way but are we really practicing what we preach?
- Humans don't learn well by words alone, we learn much more effectively by seeing examples and practicing ourselves.
- Small changes you can start making today to set a better example for those you lead.
- How using this as a mantra has transformed the way we show up in all aspects of our lives.
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In this episode, I am joined by my 9-year-old son Colton to discuss what happens when we push through the moments of discomfort in any life challenge or obstacle.
This was a fun conversation with lots of great nuggets of kid wisdom. Hope you enjoy it and share it with your kids!
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Ryan talks with Catherine Divine, coach, healer, visionary, and teacher about the internal work it takes to be fully present in your life and relationships.
About Catherine:
Her work is known as something that is out of this world, powerful and intuitive. She has spent her lifetime developing the ability to create customized healing sessions for individuals and groups. Her trainings are educational, fun, and empowering. Catherine is a born empath that utilizes earth energy that will support you in healing and well being. She works with you and spirit guides so that your innate wisdom is activated. Catherine works with you in a 3 session system, clearing, aligning, and grounding.
- The power of stillness and silence in healing yourself and others
- How to deepen connections in your relationships
- So much of communication is energetic and non-verbal
- Listening is the most healing medicine you can give to another human being but it takes presence.
- A special invitation to a FREE Reset Your Morning Routine Challenge
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In this episode, Ryan goes in-depth about how you can start and or reset your daily routines to maximize your impact and experience of life.
- How our brains stay in patterns (some that are not serving us) in order to conserve energy
- If we stay stuck in the old patterns and programming we are always “playing defense” and how to start “calling the shots” by knowing the game you are playing
- The number one tool for high performers
- Steps for getting started with your “morning mindset minimum”
- Components of an impactful morning routine
- A special invitation to a FREE Reset Your Morning Routine Challenge
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In this episode, Ryan talks with Mark Divine - Entrepreneur, New York Times best-selling author, philanthropist, and one of the world’s top leadership and coaching experts about the power of being a yoga and mediation practitioner.
They discuss:
- The powerful and outer results that come from consistently doing the inner work.
- Mark shares how as a special operator having a seated meditation practice was more difficult so he began to find ways to integrate his practice into his daily activities.
- Mark shares how mediation transformed his life and how his personal practice has been the guiding force to find clarity and next steps in his life and business.
- How you can reframe failure as redirection and the understanding that when you truly align with your calling, the only time it's difficult is when you are misaligned or off the path.
- You can have all of the vision and plans but you must be able to allow the thing to flow effortlessly, rather than constantly pushing. This takes being able to master the non-action side of action starts with being able to overcome the inertia of your mind.
More About Mark:
After a successful 20 year career as a Navy SEAL and SEAL Commander, Mark was hired by the Navy to create a nationwide coaching and leadership program for the SEALs. The bold goal of this program was to give the SEALs the best leadership and mental-management tools in the world – to help them forge unbeatable SEAL teams that achieve mission success in the most stressful, challenging environments on earth.
Divine’s leadership and coaching program for the SEALs was so effective that it’s now being used outside of the Navy by top CEOs, Fortune 100 companies, USA Olympics, elite universities, major league sports franchises, celebrities, and successful individuals from all over the world.
Mark Divine is the author of 5 best-selling books, including his latest book Staring Down The Wolf: 7 Leadership Commitments That Forge Elite Teams. He hosts a #1-ranked podcast on iTunes (Mark Divine’s Unbeatable Mind) and he is the founder of 5 successful companies: Unbeatable Mind, SEALFIT, NavySEALs.com, USCrossFit, and the award winning Coronado Brewing Company in California.
Divine believes that any individual, team, or company can unlock 20X performance with the right tools and training. His company, Unbeatable Mind, helps millions of people achieve their full potential in life and business through their free training resources and advanced training programs for leaders, corporate teams, coaching professionals, and high-achieving individuals.
As a philanthropist, Mark Divine founded the Courage Foundation to help our wounded Veterans who are suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS). Recently Divine and his Courage Foundation team set a world record by completing over 22 million burpees to raise awareness, support, and funding for our Veteran heroes.
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Ryan talks with John Bright a long-time practitioner and expert in the world of meditation and consciousness.
They discuss:
- What is consciousness?
- What does it mean to transcend?
- John noticed consistency among people he'd met who were highly creative. They all practiced meditation in some form in order to access higher consciousness.
- John shares about his own personal path to finding Transcendental Meditation (TM) and how that's impacted him.
- Mediation is now being seen as a practical tool for personal transformation and improving one's overall quality of life in many ways.
- What is left when we shed all of our roles, labels, judgments, etc. is our true essence.
- Our effort, intention, and analytical powers can get in the way of our experience.
About John:
Teacher of Transcendental Meditation since 1970, lecturing and consulting on consciousness in Silicon Valley area 1980s to present and currently serving on a number of boards within the global TM org; residing in Santa Cruz, CA; BA magna cum laude from Princeton University '66 in Arabic studies and International relations; MA from New York University in the same field. Grew up in Menlo Park, CA.
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If you have ever struggled with low energy, you are going to want to listen to this conversation!
Ryan is joined by Andrew Dowler, Exercise Physiologist, Acupuncturist, Yoga, and Qigong teacher to discuss the healing power of breath and movement.
- Andrew shares about what led him to suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome and how he searched for a solution in traditional medicine but hit one dead end after another.
- He had no energy and started to think about what he could do to start building more energy up and that's when he discovered Tai Chi. He ended up training for 8 years solid.
- Andrew shares the important role proper breathing plays in accessing consistent energy.
- The average person takes around 22,000 breaths per day. The quality of your breath influences your mind, energetic state, the quality of spinal mechanics and spinal movement and so much more!
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This week on the podcast, Ryan talks with Rev. Dr. Jane Simmons, author of the book "You Can't Sleep Through Your Awakening" about the importance of self-compassion in our growth journeys.
- There is evidence in the world today of a collective shadow that can only be healed by the practice of radical self-compassion.
- We unconsciously project our own beliefs about being flawed, wrong, or not good enough in some way onto others when we don't first resolve it within ourselves.
- Healing past trauma does not mean we condone or completely forget about what happened in the past, it means that we allow ourselves to soften and open with practicing compassion to find freedom.
- The more we love ourselves, the more beautiful we become. Instead of projecting our negative beliefs onto the world, we can project love onto the world.
- The more lovable we are to ourselves, the more loveable we are to others. It starts inside each one of us.
- Ryan shares how his childhood belief of being "stupid" had limited him in so many ways throughout his life until he found self-compassion through shadow work.
- So much of the messaging we get is to grind, push harder, and overcome but if we don't find a way to truly love and accept ourselves our shadow beliefs will continue to show up in undesirable ways.
- Self-compassion is the nurturing, safe, healing energy and environment that provides fertile ground for growth.
About Jane:
Rev. Dr. Jane Simmons holds a doctoral degree in Theology from Holos University Graduate Seminary and is an ordained Unity minister. Since her ordination in 1999, Jane has ministered in four Unity churches in Canada and the United States as well as serving as the Teen Ministry Coordinator for Unity Worldwide Ministries. She is the 2020 recipient of Unity’s Light of God Expressing Award. She has served as an associate professor at Holos University and is currently a member of adjunct faculty for Unity Worldwide Spiritual Institute, teaching credit classes in a virtual online format.
Jane is the author of the book, You Can’t Sleep Through Your Awakening – a combination of personal memoir, shared stories, psychological study, scientific learning and spiritual discourse. You Can’t Sleep Through Your Awakening is an exploration into what it actually means to wake up and includes tools that contribute to the awakening process. Jane is also the co-author of the beautiful, best-selling book and card decks, Who Have You Come Here to Be, 101 Possibilities for Contemplation. Jane is a powerful speaker, writer, workshop facilitator, trainer, and educator with a focus on virtual online learning.
With a passion for heart-centered transformation, Jane is committed to helping bring forth a kinder, more compassionate world. As a facilitator for the Alternatives to Violence Project, Jane has worked in communities, schools, and prisons, assisting others in developing skills to manage conflict in order to help bring about a world that works for all.
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In this episode, Ryan talks with Gary Simmons, TH.D. a renowned peacemaker and spiritual leader.
We discuss:
- Gary speaks candidly about his personal quest to create a more connected sense of his own well-being and worthiness for himself in his life.
- The work is to recognize that whenever we are unhappy with how things are looking around us, it's a reflection that we are actually disconnected from our own authentic self and in turn our sense of well-being.
- Reconciliation Consciousness: The desire to take back what got created (in any past moment) from our own sense of disconnect or not enough and want to revisit that moment from a sense of wholeness and oneness- something shifts and our intention mirror itself back to us.
- Taking action that is opposite to our unconscious practices is to begin to wake up and recondition the body to a new mind.
- Ryan shares about the transformation, realizations, and awakenings he had by doing the Quantum Living Process with Gary after an all-time low point in his own life.
- We create our own personal reality by our own meaning-making and way of receiving our life. "How are you having your life right now?"
- We can choose to have our life as if it is FOR US, rather than against us by recognizing our survival strategies have unintended consequences that are not actually beneficial.
- Through the power of knowing our own worth- everything I have in life can always be my abundance.
- "The antidote to not enough is not getting more, it's BEing more."
About Dr. Gary Simmons:
Dr. Simmons' teachings and ground-breaking Integral Ministry program is transforming church organizations and helping church leaders energize their spiritual communities and expand their capacity to carry out their mission with greater integrity and congruence.
Dr. Simmons is an ordained Unity minister having served the Unity movement for over 42 years; pioneering 3 Unity churches, serving on the Board of Trustees of the Association of Unity Churches International, and as a VP at the Unity Worldwide Ministries home office and an adjunct faculty member of Unity Worldwide Spiritual Institute.
He is the author of The I of the Storm: Embracing Conflict, Creating Peace, a Unity bestseller, now in its thirteenth printing, The Soul’s Conspiracy and is published in the Journal of Integral Theory and Practice. Gary’s work in applying integral principles to evolving church organizations is also cited in Wilber’s book, The Four Turnings.
Simmons is co-founder of The Art of Quantum Living and co-creator of the Quantum Living Process, a shadow work system that focuses on healing and integration. He has served as co-minister with his wife, Rev. Dr. Jane Simmons, at Unity Spiritual Center in Spokane Washington for nearly six years, where they have been intentionally moving from minister to mission-centric ministry.
Dr. Gary holds a 4th-degree black belt in taekwondo. Gary and Jane are retired from pulpit ministry and now live in Kettle Falls WA in their tiny house, just 30 miles south of the Canadian border.
Dr. Gary is an adjunct faculty member of Unity Worldwide Spiritual Institute and is the creator of the Integral Ministry Practice Certificate Program.
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In this episode, I am joined by my 9-year-old son Colton to discuss what happens when we decide to go ALL IN.
We talk about the power of having an "ALL IN" mindset when it comes to sports, school, work, and life in general.
This was a fun conversation with lots of great nuggets of kid wisdom. Hope you enjoy it and share it with your kids!
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In this episode, Ryan joins fellow IHP Coach Barb Oviatt to discuss the concept of slipping into balance vs. always trying to "find balance" in life. Barb is a champion martial artist turned yogi, coach, and yoga studio owner.
They discuss:
- How comfort and discomfort "hard and soft" are both necessary for slipping into balance in yoga, sports, business, and life.
- We can learn to slip into balance rather than looking for balance which can lead us further out of balance.
- Yoga helps you liberate energy in order to prepare for stillness.
- Awareness and the willingness to accept and let go of thoughts that are not serving you is the first step.
- Expect resistance to show up and celebrate it because it is part of the greater balance available.
- Have self-compassion as you seek to improve and strengthen yourself through your daily practices.
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In this episode, Ryan chats with Melanie Sliwka a Functional Nutritionist about the basics of implementing proper nutrition into a busy schedule. Melanie shares examples of the types of challenges with emotional and conditioned eating she sees most often with coaching clients and how you can get started with building greater awareness around nutrition and having healthier eating habits.
About Melanie:
Her passion and mission are to guide humanity to better health and happiness and reduce suffering. She believes that this can be accomplished through physical and mental training and trials. Supportive fueling, recovery, and self-care are at the heart of these efforts. Through the actions of Unbeatable Mind training and SEALFIT, she has been witness to thousands of people doing just this, living better lives. Living lives of service, passion, and health aligned with each person’s unique offering.
Melanie started her journey as the CEO of the first Crossfit equipment company, The Garage Gym Store. I had the extreme fortune to be positioned at the starting block of the Crossfit function fitness revolution while learning from the industry’s finest athletes, nutritionists, and trainers. For the past 12 years, she has trained and worked with many Navy SEALs, thought leaders, and top-performing executives. This experience has given me the unique mental and physical mentorship to help her assist others in this unique journey of an uncommon life.
Melanie lives her life to serve in the name of Functional Medicine, Nutrition, and the Unbeatable Mind Coaching program.
Some of her achievements are:
- Masters Degree in Functional Medicine and Nutrition from the University of The Western States and a BA in communication from Central Michigan University
- Author of 6 weeks to Cleaner Eating.
- Certified Unbeatable Mind Coach
- KOKORO Yoga certified trainer
- Level 1 and 2 certified Crossfit coach
- 2017 and 2018 Boys and Girls Club, Carlsbad, California Parent of the Year.
- Member of 2018 TEAM COURAGE which holds the World Record for Burpees in 24 hours
- KOKORO 29 Graduate
- SEALFIT Basic Training certification
- Double certified in KT taping.
- Nutritional Advisor for the Courage Foundation’s Integrated Recovery Program
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Ryan and Ken's friendship and their ongoing mastermind started with the shared question “Is there more?”.
This inquiry has led Ken to extensively study nutrition, martial arts, energy medicine, quantum physics, neuroscience, epigenetics, universal law, meditation, breathwork, and more.
In this episode:
- Ken shares his personal journey of building a successful business and coming to the realization that there was only more room for growth and expansion after reaching his former goals.
- In a pivotal moment, Ken surrendered his ego, beliefs, and perceptions to seek greater meaning and contribution in his life. The better we get at creating our lives on purpose the more our intentions become reality.
- When the student is ready, the teacher will appear. When the student is ready- the teacher will also disappear as the student becomes the teacher.
- If you want to master the knowledge you are gaining-teach it. We typically define ourselves by what we know. The ultimate place of discovery is to surrender what we think we know.
- Opening yourself up to transformation allows the right mentors, teachers, books, and experiences to show up at perfect timing.
- Ask yourself: I wonder what I don’t know?
- Curiosity is what leads to growth and transformation.
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There's a popular saying that goes like this...
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.
But are we stopping to appreciate that without the lemons there would be no opportunity to make the best of it?
And are we missing the joy in the journey because we are too focused on outcomes and results?
We are taught to play to win. Because of this, we can easily end up missing the GIFT of playing the game regardless of the outcome.
This bonus episode was inspired by a few recent realizations that Ryan had around the idea of celebrating life.
We hope you enjoy this bonus episode and share it with someone who would also benefit!
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In this episode, Ryan breaks down The Cycle of Transformation model from his book Choice Point.
- What is the Cycle of Transformation model, and why did Ryan create it?
- How you can better understand where you are in the cycle at any given time.
- Digging into each phase of the cycle from Choice Point all the way through Integration.
- Examples of how creating space in your life can facilitate deeper growth and healing.
Steps within the model:
- Growth and healing actually happen in cycles. Transformation starts with making the choice to want to be, do, or have something different in your life. This is the CHOICE POINT.
- Next, we must create space for the transformation to happen by clearing out and eliminating anything that is no longer serving who we are wanting to BEcome. This is called creating THE VOID.
- Then we begin THE CLIMB. The climb is when we start to practice new ways of thinking, feeling, and being in our life. this is the time when we begin to create new habits and practices that support where we are wanting to go.
- When we've been climbing a while, we begin to see new perspectives and can be tempted to stay and rest on our accomplishments. However, this is the slippery ground because it is a FALSE SUMMIT.
- If we are not actively pursuing growth, the nature of the mind will be to revert back to old patterns and ways of being. Finally, when we've practiced long enough, we begin thinking, feeling, and being different without any conscious effort at all. This is called INTEGRATION because now the new ways of being have been successfully programmed into our subconscious minds and can be run with no effort. When we arrive at integration it is time again to repeat the cycle starting with the CHOICE POINT.
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In this episode, Ryan and his wife Heidi have a conversation about the 5 elements of an environment of growth and how they continue to work toward consistently practicing all five in their own lives.
An environment of growth is defined as a safe space to learn and grow.
All human needs come back down to the basic need for safety and security. The opposite of safety is overwhelm. When we create an environment of growth the outcome is presence. With a sense of safety, the present moment is experienced, and it's only in the present moment that true transformation happens.
- Control/Choice
- Compassion/Patience (It's ok to make mistakes)
- Curiosity/Humor (beginner's mind)
- Consistent Connection (Co-regulation)
- Optimism (There is a gift in everything)
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In this episode, Ryan gives a 10,000-foot overview of Integrated Performance.
He also discusses:
- Understanding our basic human needs- Identity, meaning, purpose in life, and the feeling of making a difference in the world. Most importantly a sense of psychological safety.
- When we don't feel our needs are being met, we create narratives that lead to unserving habits and behaviors.
- We become overly externally focused, afraid of failure, self judgemental, and closed off to new possibilities.
- We overidentify with roles and achievements such as money, status, etc.
- We need to train our minds to operate from a place of love, abundance, and wholeness rather than scarcity and lack.
- Learning to take whatever is happening in the outer world as a catalyst for growth in our inner world.
- Greater awareness of your true essence allows for a greater capacity to operate from your highest impact self.
- We can learn to meet our own needs rather than constantly sourcing externally.
- Integrated Performance is the art and practice of merging the inner and outer world to create the experience of life you most desire.
- Training your mind to be flexible, mobile, strong, and fast!
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Meet your Host, Ryan Sawyer. Founder of IHP Coaching, father, husband, and business owner running multiple companies alongside his wife, Heidi. Ryan found his passion for personal development when he realized that everything he’d been seeking in life externally was to FEEL a sense of accomplishment, worthiness, and completion. Everything he was striving for boiled down to a desire to meet the basic human needs for connection, meaning, sense of self, and physical wellbeing. However, this was something he quickly learned takes both an internal and external approach. This realization sent Ryan down a path of growth and self-discovery that ultimately lead him to become certified in several different coaching modalities and to consult with specialists in neurobiology, developmental psychology, memory research, nutrition, breathwork, somatic movement, and more to create our Integrated Performance Coaching Method. Ryan is a certified Holistic Transformation & Integrated Performance Coach for Teens and Adults passionate about helping you transform the way you see yourself and what’s possible for you and as a result- your EXPERIENCE of life!
- Former National Champion College Football Coach
- Author of the Book Choice Point
- Host of the Integrated Performance Podcast
- Founder of IHP Coaching Owner of Sawyer's Painting LLC
- Certified Unbeatable Mind Coach
- Certified Quantum Living Coach
- Certified Kokoro Yoga Instructor
- Certified Oxygen Advantage Instructor
- Certified Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher
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