Just an Epic Life: Recent Episodes
LINK Performing Arts Services, LLC
We are just people who enjoy an epic life, doing epic things, with epic people. We share conversations with people who make intentional choices to design their life. We choose to not live by default. This podcast also provides a behind-the-scenes look into the lives of Nick & Keslie as they share their journey together. Join them as you ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!The Just An Epic Life podcast is produced and presented by LINK Performing Arts Services, LLC. You may contact us at Info@LINKPerformingArts.com.
Have you ever walked into a situation absolutely committed to saying "no," only to surprise yourself by saying "yes"? That's exactly what happened during our impromptu getaway to the red rocks of Sedona, Arizona.
Sitting poolside at the historic Arabella Hotel—where Elvis Presley once requested the very diving pool we enjoyed—we unpack our unexpected journey from timeshare skeptics to vacation ownership "dabblers." The hotel itself is steeped in Hollywood history, with connections to John Wayne and Henry Fonda, making our $400 three-night stay feel even more valuable.
Our commitment was simple: endure the obligatory two-hour timeshare presentation in exchange for our discounted stay and loyalty points. Armed with years of credit card hacking experience and previous disappointing timeshare encounters, we arrived with crossed arms and defensive postures. But something different happened this time. The presentation's transparency and focus on a points-based ownership model rather than traditional week-based timeshares unexpectedly resonated with our logical approach to travel.
For frequent travelers who traveled for nearly 50 days last year, the concept of "owning" versus "renting" points suddenly made mathematical sense. We detail how we ultimately credit card hacked our purchase to earn 260,000 bonus points, the value proposition that changed our minds, and our potential plans to donate some of our timeshare opportunities to charity fundraisers in the future.
Whether you're a timeshare owner, a timeshare skeptic, or someone who's sat through countless presentations for the free gifts, we'd love to hear your experiences. What would make giving up precious vacation time worth it for you? Share your thoughts and join us on this journey of epic adventures with epic people!
Ever wondered how a spontaneous trip to Jamaica could lead to first-class upgrades and luxurious swim-out rooms? Join us as we recount our exhilarating adventure to Montego Bay, where we not only recorded our first standing podcast but also experienced the thrill of point hacking to score exceptional travel perks. From the lavish Hideaway Royalton Blue Waters resort to the humor-filled navigation of tropical weather, we provide insider tips on maximizing business expenses for travel rewards and the joys of unplanned escapades.
Get ready for a wild ride as we share our encounters with torrential rains with a potential hurricane in Jamaica. This episode is packed with laughter, travel tips, and unforgettable natural phenomena. Whether it's discovering a hidden pool entrance or documenting a hurricane, our content creation never skips a beat. Tune in for a blend of adventure, humor, and practical advice on making the most of your travel experiences.
Rest is vitally important. It can take shape in many different ways from relaxation to fun activities and from peaceful solitude to humor with friends.
Join Nick & Keslie as they discuss the benefits of getting back into the routine of typical life (after summer break). Catch the entire episode at https://youtu.be/gifMGXBKzH8 or on your favorite podcast provider by searching for Just An Epic Life.
JustAnEpicLife #marriedlife #backtoroutine #podcast #backtolife
This episode is part of our mobile home series. Join Nick & Keslie as we discuss the benefits of hiring a highly qualified Realtor for your Real Estate needs. We specifically discuss using a highly qualified Realtor to help you sell your mobile home on leased land within a mobile home park.
Welcome back to a brand new season of the Just An Epic Life Podcast!
In this season premiere we get back in the game of recording episodes for you.
In this episode we discuss the powerful choices and moments through 2022 that led us to this moment. We look forward to the exciting possibilities of 2023.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
Questions or comments? Reach out to us at Info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brené Brown
https://brenebrown.com/book/daring-greatly/
The Beautiful List by Christine Virgin:
https://thebeautifullist.com/
In this episode we discuss our current roles as parents and we reflect upon the role our parents played during our youth. We discuss how self negativity shows up in our personal lives and our awareness of how this may negatively affect our children.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
Questions or comments? Reach out to us at Info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brené Brown
https://brenebrown.com/book/daring-greatly/
The Beautiful List by Christine Virgin:
https://thebeautifullist.com/
In this episode we discuss Keslie’s skills as an antagonist. We discuss how this antagonism played a major part in her choosing to support the Seattle Seahawks. This entertaining episode provides a fresh look into the lives of Nick & Keslie.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
In this episode we discuss how we experienced a case of the “I don’t wanna’s” and how we got through it. We chat about the many purposes our garage has served for our family and our businesses. We discuss Nick’s love language of acts of service and how he thrives on Keslie’s words of affirmation. We finish the conversation by chatting about environments where we thrive personally and professionally.
We hope to inspire our listeners to find pride in their physical environments and to find joy in acts of service for those we love.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
Questions or comments? Reach out to us at Info@LINKPerformingArts.com
In this fun bonus episode we finish our conversation with author Christine Virgin. This conversation takes an exciting and surprising twist as we were saying our goodbyes from episode 030. We hope our listeners are inspired by Christine’s newfound passion.
We further hope our listeners choose to support her book release:
- Buy the book
- Read it
- Rate & review it
- Gift it to others
- Share on social media (#TheBeautifulLists)
- And most importantly… see yourself for what you truly are… BEAUTIFUL
In this conversation Christine says wonderful things about driver Tommy Milner:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tommy_Milner
Twitter: @TommyMilner
Instagram: @TommyMilner
Book’s website:
https://thebeautifullist.com/
Youtube Playlist:
https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGDNI3pz3kF9OJeTZQAmG917iwCTxcGQE
Some available retailers:
https://bookshop.org/books/the-beautiful-list/9781631958649
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-beautiful-list-christine-virgin/1140794992?ean=9781631958649
https://www.booksamillion.com/p/Beautiful-List/Christine-Virgin/9781631958649?id=8439903543075
https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-List-Novel-Christine-Virgin/dp/163195864X
https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781631958649
https://www.powells.com/book/the-beautiful-list-9781631958649
https://www.target.com/p/the-beautiful-list-by-christine-virgin-paperback/-/A-85611645#lnk=sametab
https://www.walmart.com/ip/The-Beautiful-List-Paperback-9781631958649/980544830
Contact Christine Virgin directly at:
https://www.christinevirgin.com/
https://www.facebook.com/ChristineEVirgin
https://www.instagram.com/christinevirgin/
For media inquiries, please email: thebeautifullistmedia@gmail.com
Media kit: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0568/8967/1773/files/The_Beautiful_List_Media_Kit.pdf
In this very special episode we speak with author Christine Virgin. This episode accompanies the release date of her novel The Beautiful List available in bookstores on October 4, 2022. Christine shares her journey through the writing and publication process. She shares her heart for young girls who are faced with the powerful questions of “What is beautiful?” and “Am I beautiful?”.
We hope our listeners are inspired by Christine’s passion and choose to support her book release:
- Buy the book
- Read it
- Rate & review it
- Gift it to others
- Share on social media (#TheBeautifulLists)
- And most importantly… see yourself for what you truly are… BEAUTIFUL
Book’s website:
https://thebeautifullist.com/
Youtube Playlist:
https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGDNI3pz3kF9OJeTZQAmG917iwCTxcGQE
Some available retailers:
https://bookshop.org/books/the-beautiful-list/9781631958649
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-beautiful-list-christine-virgin/1140794992?ean=9781631958649
https://www.booksamillion.com/p/Beautiful-List/Christine-Virgin/9781631958649?id=8439903543075
https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-List-Novel-Christine-Virgin/dp/163195864X
https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781631958649
https://www.powells.com/book/the-beautiful-list-9781631958649
https://www.target.com/p/the-beautiful-list-by-christine-virgin-paperback/-/A-85611645#lnk=sametab
https://www.walmart.com/ip/The-Beautiful-List-Paperback-9781631958649/980544830
Contact Christine Virgin directly at:
https://www.christinevirgin.com/
https://www.facebook.com/ChristineEVirgin
https://www.instagram.com/christinevirgin/
For media inquiries, please email: thebeautifullistmedia@gmail.com
Media kit: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0568/8967/1773/files/The_Beautiful_List_Media_Kit.pdf
Contact us at Info@LINKPerformingArts.com
In this episode we discuss the evolution of laundry as a household chore in our family. We share how laundry is used as a coping mechanism when Nick’s favorite sports teams struggle. We discuss the valuable life lesson of teaching our children from a young age to become independent in this necessary chore in life.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
Questions or comments? Reach out to us at Info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
Marie Kondo and the KonMari Movement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bGpjB1w0b8
Hello Fresh
https://www.hellofresh.com/
Correction: In 2001 we attended an Arizona Diamondbacks game during the NLDS, not the NLCS.
In this episode we discuss core fears and how we interact with them. We hope to inspire our listeners to identify the fears that most commonly affect them and intentionally utilize strategies to grow in the face of such fears.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
Questions or comments? Reach out to us at Info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
Discover and Defeat your Core Fears by Coach Valorie Burton
- Fear of Failure
- Fear of Success
- Fear of Rejection
- Fear of Uncertainty
https://valorieburton.com/discover-and-defeat-your-core-fears/
Taylor 414ce Acoustic Electric Guitar
https://www.taylorguitars.com/guitars/acoustic/414ce
Economical In-Ear Monitors
CCA C12 in-Ear Monitors, 5BA+1DD Hybrid HiFi Stereo Noise Isolating IEM Wired Earphones/Earbuds/Headphones with Detachable Tangle-Free Cable 2Pin for Musician Audiophile (Without MIC, Amber Gold)
https://www.amazon.com/CCA-Headphones-Detachable-Tangle-Free-Audiophile/dp/B07WYWGLKW?th=1
In this episode we discuss how we label ourselves in our career and life. We discuss that although these labels may often be associated with a job title, it is beneficial to look deeper and identify personal labels based on our passions, traits, and skills.
We hope to inspire our listeners to deeply look at who they are… not just what they are paid to do.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
Questions or comments? Reach out to us at Info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
Book: Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear
https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
Book: The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller, Dave Jenks, and Jay Papasan
https://kellerink.com/products/the-millionaire-real-estate-investor
Book: Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! By Robert Kiyosaki (Audiobook recommendation: 20th Anniversary from 2017, Paperback recommendation: 25th Anniversary from 2022)
https://www.richdad.com/
We apologize for misquoting “Mind your business.” This topic occurs in Rich Dad Poor Dad, not Millionaire Real Estate Investor.
Homework:
- Write down your identities, labels, and/or titles.
- Rate your identities. What is most/least important to you?
- Out of a total of 100%... What percent would you assign to each current identity?
- Are there any changes you would like to make on how you show up in life?
In this episode we discuss the importance of networking with people in our professional and personal lives. Powerful conversations and network connections cause us to grow and can potentially shift the trajectory of our lives.
We hope to inspire our listeners to be approachable, see their value, and know that they “belong in the room” too.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
Interested in joining the Just an Epic Bookclub? Request info at Info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
Book: The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller, Dave Jenks, and Jay Papasan
Book: Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! By Robert Kiyosaki (Audiobook recommendation: 20th Anniversary from 2017, Paperback recommendation: 25th Anniversary from 2022)
Association: AZREIA - Arizona Real Estate Investors Association
https://azreia.org/
Join us as Keslie’s grandmother “Nonie” shares stories from the past 90 years of life. Her legacy of unconditional love is obvious as she speaks of her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She authentically shares stories from the hardships of poverty, to the pain of losing her mother at a young age, and the ache of emptiness in a marriage. Through these emotional stories Nonie conveys her deep desire for everyone in her life to experience a life full of love and joy.
By sharing this conversation, we hope to inspire our listeners to intentionally live a life full of epic love and joy.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
You can reach out to us at Info@LinkPerformingArts.com
In this episode we have a beautiful conversation with Robert Anders. He is a business owner, drummer, father, husband, and oh yeah… he is our brother-in-law. He speaks with authenticity about his life’s journey through joys and trials. He shares about his leap of faith shifting from being someone’s employee to building his own career and future. We joyfully share memories of Robert’s late father and express how Robert continues to live out his father’s epic legacy.
The three of us hope to inspire our listeners to make intentional choices along the path of building an epic life worth enjoying.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
Contact Information for Robert Anders
Robert’s Running Boards & Floors, LLC
602-369-1162
Resources discussed in this episode:
Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix, Arizona
https://www.celebritytheatre.com/
Marquee Theatre in Tempe, Arizona
https://www.luckymanonline.com/
Music Genre: Math Metal
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Math_metal
“I have had epic moments everywhere I have played” - Robert
Just do it! (Thank you Nike!)
Feel it… take action… and move!
Things don’t need to be perfect before you begin.
Use us an example: This is the first episode where we shift from The Nick & Keslie Show to the Just An Epic Life Podcast. As our podcasting journey evolves, we continue to gain clarity and purpose. We are excited to re-brand, re-focus, and re-energize. Thank you to our loyal listeners and welcome to our brand new listeners as we all enjoy an epic life together.
Just An Epic Book Club - September 2022
Book/Audiobook:
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
Author: James Clear
September 12 & 19 on Zoom
RSVP or find out more by emailing Info@LINKPerformingArts.com
In this episode we share some of our experiences and perspectives of parenting.
We hope to inspire our listeners to make intentional choices in their interactions with the young people in their lives.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
Quote from Jon Acuff/Zig Ziglar from Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking - by Jon Acuff
https://soundtracksbook.com/
Send us an email to request a free PDF of checklists that our family has created.
Podcast Notes
In this episode we share experiences of growing into adulthood and striving for improvement every day.
We hope to inspire our listeners to find opportunities to grow everyday. Mediocrity is not an option when we choose to live an epic life.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
Parkinson’s Law: "Work expands so as to fill the time available for its completion." (All work fills the time allowed)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parkinson%27s_law
The production we are seeing tonight:
It Could Be Worse, We Still Have Wine
Written & Performed by Jessica Hackenson
Vista Broadway Theatre
Podcast referenced about Kobe Bryant: Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Episode released 8/11/22: The 5 Things BROKE People Do That The Rich DON’T Do. Nick’s note: Listen to the conversation with Jay Wiliams
Arizona State Thespian Festival
https://arizonathespians.com/festival-2/
Fools A play by Neil Simon
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fools_(play)
“If I Can’t Love Her” from Disney’s Broadway Production of Beauty and the Beast
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/If_I_Can%27t_Love_Her
Grand Canyon University
https://www.gcu.edu/
TGI Fridays
https://tgifridays.com/
Words of wisdom starting around 32:00
“Find your own greatness and stop beating yourself up”
In this episode we dive into Nick’s journey through life and focus on the powerful connections he has made with people along the way. We discuss the power of learning from the wisdom of generations older than us. We discuss inspiring generations younger than us. We even explore the significance that we have during different stages of our career and life.
We hope to inspire our listeners to intentionally learn from wise people in their lives.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Anytown Leadership & Diversity Camp
https://anytownleadershipcamp.org/
In this episode we spend time with Isaiah and Raven as we talk about our family dynamic, their relationship as siblings, and lessons we have learned together.
We hope to inspire our listeners to make intentional choices in their relationships, playtime, and life.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
Words of wisdom from Isaiah:
How to play life: If you don’t go 100%, you fail.
Words of wisdom from Raven:
Battle scars are trophies.
Our amazing orthodontist:
Dr. Vina Zinn
https://saportho.com/
Sid the Sloth from Ice Age
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0268380/
The Future’s Course at the 500 Club Golf Course
https://the500club.com/the-futures-course-at-the-500-club/the-futures-course-programs/
In this episode we share challenges and triumphs from our faith journey and throughout our career as worship leaders. We reflect honestly about the low points and doubts we have faced in our faith journey.
We hope to inspire our listeners to be open to where their faith journey may take them. We hope to offer our listeners who are new to faith or who have yet to start in faith a fresh perspective on the doubts that come naturally as part of a faith journey.
We invite our listeners to share this episode with other worship leaders to help promote a sense of community in what is often a lonely and challenging position.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins
Book/Audiobook: https://melrobbins.com/5secondrule/
Book/audiobook Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking - by Jon Acuff
https://soundtracksbook.com/
“It’s Good” spoken by Jim Carey & Morgan Freeman in Bruce Almighty (2003)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qpE8bW1iAA
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0315327/
Documentaries narrated by Morgan Freeman
https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2478551/the-best-documentaries-narrated-by-morgan-freeman-including-the-story-of-god
The Shawshank Redemption (1994) narrated by Morgan Freeman
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111161/?ref_=tt_ch
I Will Go recorded by Big Dady Weave
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgvlu8yfgMA
The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas
Senior Pastor: Adam Hamilton
https://cor.org/
Sermon Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/church-of-the-resurrection-leawood-sermons/id1206582072
National Community Church in Washington D.C.
Lead Pastor: Mark Batterson
https://national.cc/
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989) starring Harrison Ford
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097576/
Matt Maher
https://www.mattmahermusic.com/
Hope 4 Kids International
https://www.hope4kidsinternational.org/
Grand Canyon University
https://www.gcu.edu/
In this episode we share our story from the worst week in our lives (so far). Keslie shares of the physical pain she endured during a gallbladder incident and the positive mindset she applied to combat this painful experience. We share how the training we received in the Bradley Method’s childbirth preparation gave us valuable tools to participate in informed choices with our medical team.
We hope to inspire our listeners to approach similar experiences as knowledgeable consumers of medical services. We also hope to encourage our listeners to support family and friends who are experiencing similar situations.
As always… ENJOY LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins
Book/Audiobook: https://melrobbins.com/5secondrule/
Journal: https://www.amazon.com/Second-Journal-Daily-Fastest-Power/dp/168261722X
The Bradley Method for childbirth
https://www.bradleybirth.com/
Movie: Fever Pitch (2005) with Drew Barrymore & Jimmy Fallon
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0332047/
In this episode we share our experiences with personal daily renewal. We share how the gift of personal time directly affects our success each day.
By sharing choices we make in time blocking for ourselves, we hope to inspire our listeners to make their own intentional choices to further their daily success.
As always… ENJOY LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
Nick’s current favorite translation cell phone app and website: DeepL Translator
https://www.deepl.com/en/translator
Book: The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey
https://alifeofproductivity.com/the-productivity-project/
Keslie refers to this book at 19:50
Movie: The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0458352/
Productivity Strategy: Time Blocking
https://todoist.com/productivity-methods/time-blocking
In this episode we share experiences from our current travels in Cancún, Mexico. We discuss strategic parenting choices we made on this trip and over the past years. While recognizing that neither our children nor us are perfect, we share highlights of where we believe we have succeeded as parents.
By sharing choices we have made as parents, we hope to inspire our listeners to make intentional choices in how they guide the children and young people in their lives.
As always… ENJOY LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
Location of this recording:
The Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort Villas & Spa, Cancun
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g150807-d1145564-Reviews-The_Westin_Lagunamar_Ocean_Resort_Villas_Spa_Cancun-Cancun_Yucatan_Peninsula.html
We discuss vacation skin care and sun protection. We are not medical professionals. Please consult with a medical professional and complete your own research prior to implementing any skin care we discuss.
Isla Mujeres
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g150810-Isla_Mujeres_Yucatan_Peninsula-Vacations.html
Ferry to Isla Mujeres by Ultramar (not the ferry we took on this trip)
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g150807-d1955805-Reviews-Ultramar-Cancun_Yucatan_Peninsula.html
Ferry to Isla Mujeres by Xcaret (the ferry we took on this trip)
https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g150807-d23871717-Ferry_transfer_from_Cancun_to_Isla_Mujeres_by_Xcaret-Cancun_Yucatan_Peninsula.html
Public city bus system in Cancún
https://moovitapp.com/index/en/public_transit-line-R_1-Cancun-6089-1824471-28434012-0
Location on Playa Norte on Isla Mujeres where we had massages, a beach bad/cabana, swam, and relaxed:
21.261011190507876, -86.75066473480761
Location of the lunch restaurant where we ate on Isla Mujeres
21.258782051857956, -86.7490050150057
Golf cart rental on Isla Mujeres
Go Mar II
Address: Centro - Supmza. 001, 77400 Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo
Phone: 998 274 3673
Tulum Ruins
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g150813-d153186-Reviews-Tulum_Archaeological_Site-Tulum_Yucatan_Peninsula.html
AllTourNative Jungle Maya Tour
https://alltournative.com/products/jungle-maya
Includes: Tulum Ruins, Rappelling into a cenote (cave with water), Ziplines, Cenote swimming, Cave snorkeling
In this episode we share experiences from our current travels in Cancún, Mexico. We discuss strategic choices we made in our travel planning. We focus on the importance of being kind to everyone we interact with as a way to enhance the experience for everyone.
By sharing choices we have made and strategies we apply throughout our travel by design, we hope to inspire our listeners to dream big and experience epic travels.
As always… ENJOY LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
The Ritz-Carlton, Cancún
Rtno. del Rey 36, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Q.R.
https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/mexico/cancun
Club Level: https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/mexico/cancun/rooms-suites/club-level
We apologize for the source error for this quote:
Excerpt from an article by Melinda Sellers:
Mary Kay Ash was famously quoted as saying, “When I meet someone, I imagine him or her wearing an invisible sign that says, ‘Make Me Feel Important.’ The value of this is one of the most important lessons in dealing with people I have ever learned.”
https://blog.marykay.com/en/mary-kay-ash-six-most-important-qualities-chapter-five-compassion
The Pixie Planner
Our travel agent for our Disney experiences (also available for other destinations including Hawaii, Mexico, Costa Rica)
https://www.thepixieplanner.com/
Travel Hacks:
- Book your hotel stays through their site (not 3rd party sites)
- Bring thank you notes with you and hand write thank you messages
- Keep notes of the names of people you interact with
- Send an email to the hotel leadership prior to your arrival (Request a copy of the letter we wrote to info@LINKPerformingArts.com)
- See people and make them feel important
- Be kind
- Social media is powerful: People are watching, even when you don’t think they are.
- Cruise Fun: Matching fun outfits and pajamas for formal photo sessions on the cruise
- Disney Resort PhotoPass https://disneyland.disney.go.com/photopass/
Life hack:
- Become best friends with your spouse/life-partner
In this episode we introduce one of our most profound relationships: our next door neighbor (and Keslie’s best friend), Tara. The three of us reminisce about the unique way we met and discuss how our two families have evolved together. We take an intentional look at our personal growth both as parents and as human beings and how these have been directly affected by this close relationship between our two families.
By sharing the choices we have made and the experiences we have shared, we hope to inspire our listeners to look at their current friendships and the possibility of future friendships as something that can profoundly alter the path of their life by design.
As always… ENJOY LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
In this episode we continue our discussion from episode 011 where Keslie introduced her personal story of a life by design. This episode takes a closer look at what it looks like to start creating a life design. We also discuss how our mindset with money has evolved from shame and fear to empowerment and generosity.
By sharing choices we have made throughout our journey as we continue to design our lives, we hope to inspire our listeners to look at their life as something they choose rather than falling into the societal trends of doing life only one way.
If you have not listened to episode 011 yet, you are encouraged to start there to hear this powerful conversation in its entirety.
As always… ENJOY LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources:
Curriculum: BOLD https://mapscoaching.com/bold/
Author: Mark Batterson https://www.markbatterson.com/
Beverly Golberg on ABC’s The Goldbergs https://abc.com/shows/the-goldbergs
Reference to a quote: “It turns out that when I graduated from high school, I had already used up 93% of my in-person parent time. I’m now enjoying the last 5% of that time. We’re in the tail end.” - From Tim Urban’s blog post The Tail End https://waitbutwhy.com/2015/12/the-tail-end.html
This topic is also popularly referenced in these blog posts:
Make the Most of Your Time by Donn Felker https://www.donnfelker.com/make-the-most-of-your-time/
You Don’t Have As Long With Your Parents As You Think by Tim Denning https://medium.com/the-ascent/you-dont-have-as-long-with-your-parents-as-you-think-57fc081d24cc
Gary Keller quote: source still uncertain but it is referenced in the article Empire Building Episode Recap: Gary Keller: Live On Stage by VanderpooleProperties: https://vanpooleproperties.com/2020/07/17/empire-recap-gary-keller/
Osprey Talon 22 Men’s Day Hiking Lightweight Pack (Red) https://www.osprey.com/us/en/product/talon-22-TALON22F20.html
Women's L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Pack, 30 L https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/123009?page=llbean-ridge-runner-pack-30-liter-womens
Sandy Hook Elementary School, December 14, 2012 https://www.britannica.com/event/Sandy-Hook-Elementary-School-shooting
Actionable tips to start living a life by design today:
Do the checkbook registry (from the KW Maps Coaching BOLD Curriculum).Write down what you would spend your money on today if you were given $1,000. Then double the amount for the next day (do 11 days). You cannot invest for the future, give the money to others, or pay down debt.
What if you retired today? What would your day look like? Would it bring you joy?
What is a goal you have in life? What is a 24-hour action step you can do today to move towards that? What is a 7-day plan you can implement today?
Consider reading the book The Latte Factor: 7 Key Lessons We Can Learn From A Cup of Coffee by David Bach and John David Mann https://www.thelattefactor.com/
In this episode Keslie introduces her own personal story of a life by design. This episode takes a closer look at what it looks like to start creating a life design.
By sharing choices they have made throughout their journey as they continue to design their lives, Nick & Keslie hope to inspire their listeners to look at their life as something they choose rather than falling into the societal trends of doing life only one way.
Stay tuned for the release of Part 2 of this powerful conversation.
As always… ENJOY LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
DaughterDad Team
https://daughterdad.kw.com/
Movie
Minions: The Rise of Gru
https://www.minionsmovie.com/
Step & Repeat Banner from StickersBanners.com
https://stickersbanners.com/custom-step-and-repeat-banner_m.html
Harkins Theatres: Arrowhead Fountains 18
https://www.harkins.com/theatres/arrowhead-fountains-18/2022-07-08
Book/audiobook Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking - by Jon Acuff
https://soundtracksbook.com/
Hope 4 Kids International
https://www.hope4kidsinternational.org/
Actionable Takeaway for Business Marketing
Purchase a Step & Repeat Backdrop from StickersBanners.com
https://stickersbanners.com/custom-step-and-repeat-banner_m.html
In this episode we begin by discussing our sources for inspiration. The conversation then takes a profound journey through positive mindsets when things do not go according to plan. Listeners may particularly enjoy hearing how Nick nearly failed this week as a father but then triumphed using a positive mindset.
By sharing these sources of inspiration along with failures & successes, we hope to inspire our listeners to look at moments in their journey with a different perspective.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
Resort where we recorded:
Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue on the island of Kauai, Hawaii
https://www.sonesta.com/royal-sonesta/hi/lihue/royal-sonesta-kauai-resort-lihue
George Town Yacht Club
Referred to in this podcast as “Terminal B” of Owen Roberts International Airport on Grand Cayman.
https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g147366-d3896073-r257761467-George_Town_Yacht_Club-George_Town_Grand_Cayman_Cayman_Islands.html
Marriott Vacation Club
https://www.marriottvacationclub.com/
“Everything is always working out for me” and “Oh well…”
Reference to the book/audiobook Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking - by Jon Acuff
https://soundtracksbook.com/
Pearl Harbor:
USS Arizona Memorial
Battleship Missouri Memorial
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum on Historic Ford Island (with flight simulator)
Top of the Tower Tour
Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum
https://www.pearlharborhistoricsites.org/
A total of 2,390 American service members and civilians were killed at Pearl Harbor due to the attack on Dec. 7, 1941. Of the 2,341 service members that died on Dec. 7, 1941, almost half died on the USS Arizona, a total of 1,177.
https://www.nps.gov/perl/learn/historyculture/people.htm#:~:text=A%20total%20of%202%2C390%20American,Arizona%2C%20a%20total%20of%201%2C177.
Action Steps for our listeners:
Be inside every moment of vacation… even on the last day. Switch your mindset to the idea that you still have 100% of vacation left. Enjoy it!
When things don’t go as planned… “Oh well.” Find the next opportunity. We can’t change what happened, so let’s figure out how to make the next moments epic.
What is it that you would like to hear conversations about? Send us a message at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
In this episode our daughter interviews us on the topic of our favorite epic moments in vacations. We hope to inspire and educate our listeners into thinking outside the box as you approach future adventures, vacations, and travel.
The full podcast notes are unable to be uploaded here. We are working on a solution where the in-depth podcast notes can be accessed via a link. Until this is active, we are happy to send you an email with the full podcast notes including resources, examples, letters, and links. Please send us a message to info@LINKPerformingArts.com requesting the podcast notes for Episode 009.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
What does your epic life look like? And if you’re not currently living it… What is one thing you can do today that would cause you to shift so that you feel like you are living an epic life?
In this episode we take the Nick & Keslie Show on a spontaneous road trip. This is our first recording from “LINK Studio V” (V for Vacation) as we record in Courthouse Plaza located in historic downtown Prescott, Arizona.
In this conversation we discuss the freedom of flexibility and spontaneity. We share how this has helped transform us into enjoying an epic life.
By sharing these ideas of spontaneity, we hope to inspire our listeners to look at their life as something they choose to experience one opportunity at a time.
As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
US Route 89
Our scenic route to Prescott, Arizona using the “back route”
Website with more information on this route: https://usroute89.com/project/wickenburg-to-prescott/
Breweries we considered for this road trip:
Prescott Brewing Company
130 W. Gurley Street, Ste. A
Prescott, AZ 86301
https://www.prescottbrewingcompany.com/
Oak Creek Brewery
336 State Route 179, Suite D201
Sedona, AZ 86336
https://oakcreekbreweryandgrill.com/
Mother Road Brewing Company
7 South Mikes Pike
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
https://www.motherroadbeer.com/
“Oh well…”
Reference to the book/audiobook Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking - by Jon Acuff
https://soundtracksbook.com/
In this episode we continue our discussion from episode 006 where we discuss our own personal story of our life by design. This episode takes a closer look at what it looks like to start creating a life design.
By sharing choices we have made throughout our journey as we continue to design our lives, we hope to inspire our listeners to look at their life as something they choose rather than falling into the societal trends of doing life only one way.
If you have not listened to episode 006 yet, you are encouraged to start there to hear this powerful conversation in its entirety.
As always… ENJOY LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
Resources discussed in this episode:
Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not!
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Teach-Middle/dp/1612680194
Audiobook: https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Anniversary-Middle/dp/B07QPQ8WBL/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Podcast: Choose FI: Financial Independence - Hosts: Jonathan Mendonsa, Brad Barrett
https://www.choosefi.com/listen/
TV Show: GLEE
https://www.hulu.com/series/glee-4d0efcb0-960f-426b-9b38-2ff50ae4c9ab
Nick’s Spanish Coach:
https://languatalk.com/
Browse tutors and look for Karim M
Online Piano Curriculum Platform: eNovativePiano
https://enovativepiano.com
Correction… Nick HAS been a chaperone for one of Lilyana’s field trips. Lilyana reminded Nick that he was a chaperone for her school trip to the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, Arizona. Silly Nick for forgetting.
http://mim.org/
“Side Hustle”
https://www.choosefi.com/financial-basics/what-is-a-sidehustle/
In this episode Nick & Keslie introduce their own personal story of their life by design. This episode takes a closer look at what it looks like to start creating a life design.
By sharing choices they have made throughout their journey as they continue to design their lives, Nick & Keslie hope to inspire their listeners to look at their life as something they choose rather than falling into the societal trends of doing life only one way.
Stay tuned for the release of Part 2 of this powerful conversation.
As always… ENJOY LIFE!
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
In this episode Nick & Keslie discuss the choices they have made in personal growth through reading, listening to, and experiencing the wisdom of others. They specifically speak of books, authors, and podcasts that have made a profound impact on their journey in personal growth.
By sharing these choices and resources, Nick & Keslie hope to inspire their listeners to make intentional choices to enhance their own personal growth.
As always… ENJOY LIFE!
Episode location & resources:
5:00 Book/Audiobook: Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking - by Jon Acuff
https://soundtracksbook.com/
5:45 Curriculum: BOLD
https://mapscoaching.com/bold/
9:55 Book/Audiobook: The Millionaire Real Estate Agent (aka MREA) - by Gary Keller, Jay Papasan, Dave Jenks
https://kellerink.com/products/the-millionaire-real-estate-agent
10:20 Book/Audiobook: The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results - by Gary Keller, Jay Papasan
https://kellerink.com/products/the-one-thing
12:40 Personality Assessment: DISC Profile
https://www.tonyrobbins.com/disc/ (or other available free online links)
17:50 Book/Audiobook: Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth
https://angeladuckworth.com/grit-book/
18:00 Book/Audiobook: For White Folks Who Teach in the Hood… and the Rest of Y'all Too: Reality Pedagogy and Urban Education by Christopher Emdin
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/237679/for-white-folks-who-teach-in-the-hood-and-the-rest-of-yall-too-by-christopher-emdin/
20:10 Platform for audiobooks: Audible
https://www.audible.com/
20:15 Library platform for audiobooks and digital books: Libby (newer library reading app by OverDrive)
https://www.overdrive.com/apps/libby
20:55 National Association of Realtors - Education: Library & Archives
https://www.nar.realtor/library-archives
24:20 Podcast: Choose FI: Financial Independence - Hosts: Jonathan Mendonsa, Brad Barrett
https://www.choosefi.com/listen/
28:30 Book/Audiobook:The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto by Mitch Albom
https://www.mitchalbom.com/books/magic-strings-of-frankie-presto/
29:00 Suzanne’s Diary for Nicholas by James Patterson (We apologize for identifying the incorrect author in the podcast)
https://www.littlebrown.com/titles/james-patterson/suzannes-diary-for-nicholas/9781594831775/
29:30 Book/Audiobook - Anything by Brené Brown
https://brenebrown.com/
29:55 Book/Audiobook - The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles by Steven Pressfield
https://stevenpressfield.com/books/the-war-of-art/
31:10 Podcast: The Terey Summers Podcast, Episode 28: Do It!!!!!
http://www.tereysummers.com/podcast
You can reach us at info@LINKPerformingArts.com
In this episode Nick & Keslie discuss intentional language choices they make within their family. These powerful and kind words fuel the culture of their thriving family.
By sharing these intentional language choices, Nick & Keslie hope to inspire their listeners to make their own intentional choices to enhance their lives.
As always… ENJOY LIFE!
Episode location & language choices:
02:40 - “It is my pleasure” replaces “No problem / No worries / De nada / You’re welcome”
05:30 - Eliminate “Try”
08:30 - “Be aware” replaces “Be careful”
11:00 - Correct use of “Abundant”
Empowering: “I have an abundant life. I am abundant.”
Negative trap: “I have an abundant amount to do.”
13:15 - “All work fills the time allowed.”
16:00 - Eliminate “But…” or replace it with “And yet…”
17:45 - Use your partner’s current personal affirmations in verbal encouragement.
18:00 - Some of Keslie’s affirmations for lead generating at work: “ People love to talk to me. Everybody wants to talk to me. People enjoy talking to me.”
18:25 - Encouraging affirmation: “Have a great and powerful day.”
18:40 - Personal affirmation: “I am a hot, sexy beast.”
19:15 - Encouraging affirmation: “Make a difference today.”
19:35 - “Is there anything I can do to support you?”
12:10 - “How can I support you?”
23:05 - “You’re doing great.”
23:10 - Eliminate “It’s fine.”
23:55 - “How do you want/like to be loved?”
Nick & Keslie discuss the importance of intentionally looking for joy and gratitude in daily living.
Join them as they reflect on moments from their lives where this mindset has led to immense joy.
As always... ENJOY LIFE!
In this episode Nick & Keslie discuss one of the goals of their podcast... to help people ENJOY LIFE!
Nick & Keslie reflect on the intentional choices they have made throughout each stage of life. They speak of how they are choosing to live life right now. They hope to inspire their listeners to make their own intentional choices to ENJOY LIFE!
In their first episode, Nick & Keslie share a valuable life lesson from their wedding night. This hilarious trip down memory lane is a great glimpse into the joy that Nick & Keslie share together.
Enjoy this episode and enjoy life!
The Nick & Keslie Show is produced by LINK Performing Arts Services, LLC.
This episode is presented by the DaughterDad Team.