Inspiring Our World: Recent Episodes
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Inspiring Our World is a show designed to inspire all Nikken Entrepreneurs and our Global Wellness Community. Along with Nikken messages, we will enjoy conversations with guests who are passionate change makers, ushering in the new wave of energy health and wellness. Listen to their stories, as we explore the highs and lows, challenges, gifts and learning that take place on the journey to fulfillment in the Five Pillars of Wellness.
Learn why quality sleep is so vital to a vibrantly healthy life with Royal Diamond and MIllionaire's Club member, Herb Rapp. Author of "Fit to Win," a book with healthcare hacks for peak performance on all levels, Herb is a career athlete, tennis pro and coach. He has been a passionate Nikken messenger for more than 28 years.
With more than 35 years of experience in health, nutrition and vital living choices, Nancy Allawos has served many clients with her inspired approach to health and dynamic living. She is passionate about teaching the art of self-care and is certified in Holistic Nutrition & Macrobiotics, Natural Medicine & Nutrition, Health & Nutrition Coaching, and as an Eating Psychology Counselor. Nancy is also a chef who, for many years, taught at the Culinary School of the Rockies in Boulder, Colorado.
Stephen Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, says, “Network marketing has come of age. It’s undeniable that it has become a way to entrepreneurship and independence for millions of people.” Learn more about the wonders of Network Marketing with your Nikken Wellness Ambassador Julie Tara.
How do we incorporate our wonderful Nikken technologies into our on-the-go daily lives? How do we build a thriving business organically? Listen to valuable wisdom tips from Platinum Consultant Ruth Loh, who shifted from being a CPA to becoming a passionate Nikken Wellness Entrepreneur 23 years ago.
Certain foods — particularly processed foods that are high in sugar, salt and fat — don’t just taste good, they also can be addictive, said scientists at a UC San Francisco symposium on food and addiction. The good news is that we can break free of our cravings for junk food with a bit of discipline and a positive mindset. Learn some great tips here with Julie Tara, Nikken Wellness Ambassador.
What is the role of good sleep in our health? How important is it really? Listen to Nikken technical advisor Dave Balzer on how Nikken has created sleep solutions that everyone needs.
In 2019, the global sleep economy was valued at approximately 432 billion U.S. dollars and is forecast to be worth 585 billion U.S. dollars by 2024.
Studies have shown that endorphins benefit us in different ways. They can ease the symptoms of depression, alleviate stress and anxiety, improve self-image and contribute to weight loss. Learn more about these natural pain relievers with Wellness Ambassador Julie Tara.
Learn about creating a thriving active lifestyle with powerful Nikken Gold Consultant Jeannie Zedan. A lifelong student of natural health and prevention, Jeannie is the proud mama of two fur babies and has been sharing Nikken for 19 years. She was inspired after having a Nikken product experience and also from reading The Business School for People Who Love Helping People by Robert Kiyosaki.
The study of sleep makes for fascinating science. Between 10 and 30% of adults have insomnia at one time or another, but thankfully there are simple steps to take to get a sound night’s sleep. Explore the mysterious facts, and how to ensure you get the best rest possible, with Nikken Wellness Ambassador, Julie Tara.
Jeremy Madvin is the founder and current CEO of Zeta Technology Group, a manufacturer and FDA registered developer of health-related products, including the Kenko Precision Set, Kenko DUK tape, KenkoGround® and many other Nikken products. As described by B. Bertucci, "The Kenko Precision sphere is small and mighty, I found it very effective, portable and an amazing addition to my personal tool box".
Nikken North America Sales Director Ruben Yescas shares his personal experiences in cultivating health, both physical and mental. An avid dancer, Ruben talks about his Latin culture and how he combines his love of food, art and business to create a life of balance.
Nikken North America Sales Director Ruben Yescas shares his personal experiences in cultivating health, both physical and mental. An avid dancer, Ruben talks about his Latin culture and how he combines his love of food, art and business to create a life of balance.
Learn about the intricacies of men's health, both physical and mental, as we approach and celebrate Father's Day!
Learn about the fabulous Nikken WE (Wellness Entrepreneurs) Academy - our brand new online study program to help you and your team build a powerful Nikken business! This has been created and produced by a stellar team of both Corporate and Field Consultants: Luis Kasuga, Jeff Isom, Antoine Zervudacki, Julie Tara, Igor Gruendl, Maggie McKee, Mary Bowser and Barb Richmond. Enjoy!
There’s no question it requires entrepreneurial leadership to win big in the Nikken business. Learn what it takes to focus on and achieve the new Powerhouse Incentive with fireball Platinum Kimball Sargent. Kimball credits her success to always focusing on her life mission - to experience joy as she empowers others to create their lives with hope and joy too.
Jade GreenZymes® has the full balance of enzymes necessary for supporting waste removal, bones and tissue health. It's a good source of polyphenols and flavonoids with antioxidant properties. The inspiration of a Japanese medical scientist, Dr. Hagiwara devoted his life to finding a natural substance that would promote good health and help support the body’s nutritional needs. Numerous scientific studies led him to discover the positive effects of green barley grass on human physiology.
Here are the links to the references mentioned:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8912595/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5904770/
In North America, May is known as National Recommitment Month! Its significance is as a time to reevaluate the meaningful areas of our lives and to see if we’re on the right path. How are we progressing with our goals for 2023? Learn more about recommitment here with your host Julie Tara.
Nancy is a very creative soul. Along with having 4 children with her husband David, she also has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Interior Design. As a natural entrepreneur, Nancy created a business designing clothing and jewelry, and now has a successful business with Nikken since 1998. She is a Gold Consultant within our Global Wellness Community. Learn how she empowers herself and others in life and within her Nikken career.
Where super heroes traditionally have been depicted as men in the western world - Superman, Batman, Ant Man, The Flash, etc. - we now have, among many others, Katniss, Black Widow, Xena Princess Warrior, Shuri, and a revival of Mulan who goes back millennia into Chinese folklore, to more accurately reflect the power of women.
Platinum Consultant Sue Gruber is now retired from a long time nursing career, with the realization that western medicine doesn’t have all the answers for health and happiness. With her husband Bob she was introduced to Nikken 18 years ago. Listen to how Sue became a Nikken entrepreneur, passionately educating and empowering others to consider making more natural lifestyle and environmental choices.
Platinum Consultant Sue Gruber is now retired from a long time nursing career, with the realization that western medicine doesn’t have all the answers for health and happiness. With her husband Bob she was introduced to Nikken 18 years ago. Listen to how Sue became a Nikken entrepreneur, passionately educating and empowering others to consider making more natural lifestyle and environmental choices.
Kenzen Jade GreenZymes, made with organic barley grass, has been a Nikken flagship nutritional product for many years, and now, we have introduced a new flavor with Citrus! Made with organic barley grass harvested at its prime, Kenzen Jade GreenZymes Citrus has concentrated organic lemon juice powder as well as organic lemon flavor to give it a special tang! It's really delicious so even children like it. Learn more about the benefits of this outstanding super food with your host Julie Tara.
With more than 40 years in healthcare, Caryn is a Doctor of Naturopathy, with a Bachelor of Science and Masters in Education. She is an Energy Balancing Practitioner, a Personal Development Facilitator and Yoga Teacher. Through consistently sharing Nikken technologies, she recently achieved the Gold rank, continually empowering others to live their best lives.
Whether we tend to be introverted or extroverted, our health, happiness and even longevity, may depend largely on our relationships. From the moment of birth, we have to interact with other people, and how we do so can impact our wellness lifestyle for the extent of our lifetime. Learn more here with Julie about the power, intricacies and distinctions of relationships in our lives.
Platinum Consultant Karla Walter has completed extensive studies in Homeopathy, Nutrition, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Macrobiotics, Shiatsu Massage, Vegetarian Cooking, Human Bio Science, Feng Shui and Energy Medicine. Karla has been with Nikken for 18 years, incorporating the Wellness Home Technologies into her practice. Listen to her common sense wisdom, for women especially, about how to cultivate radiant health.
With a Doctorate in Physiology, Dr. Gary Lindner, loves to teach on Health and Wellness, and has been an advocate for Nikken for over 25 years, helping people make choices in creating a Healthier Life. Listen to his story and his powerful clarion call for drinking “PiMag living water” from the Nikken Waterfall.
Dave Balzer combines his knowledge of science, technology and marketing to be a dynamic speaker, educator and product guru. When Dave met the founder of Nikken decades ago, he felt a profound connection and has been associated with our company in one way or another ever since. His knowledge of Nikken products is unparalleled. Hear what he has to say about the KenkoAir Purifier.
What is called "she power" by entrepreneurs in the Digital Age, refers to leadership traits attrIbuted more often to women. It embodies the ability to combine, adapt and learn. In other words, women leaders tend to be able to adapt quickly to changing environments and to face hardships with optimism and perseverance. Learn more about the powerful rise of women leaders in our world today.
Shiatsu Practitioner and Macrobiotic Health Counselor Paul Lambeth enjoys living high in the hills of Cumbria, in the North of England. Over many years, he has guided individuals, ranging from the weak and frail to elite athletes, towards greater health and well-being. Paul is a Platinum Wellness Consultant and has been advocating Nikken Holistic Technologies for 20 years.
There are things we can do on a daily basis to improve heart health, and it comes down to eating right and exercising. But what about something that is more loving? It could be from having love in your life, or simply having someone there who has a vested interest in you and is taking care of you. It’s not just romantic love that can improve your heart health. Listen to hear the many possibilities.
How does love inform who we are and how we act in life? Listen to the wisdom of attorney, health advocate, author and Nikken Platinum Consultant, Randy Rolfe, as we travel through the 5 Pillars of Wellness, applying love to all of them, in order to live a happy, fulfilling life.
Link to Randy’s book: https://tinyurl.com/Ucanpostponeanythingbutlove
Our personalities and perspectives on how we work, compete or play can determine how stress affects us. Knowing our stress triggers can help us deal with them more effectively. Hear how the pursuit of Active Wellness includes ways to cope with stress.
Learn why Royal Ambassador Dennis Williams considers Freedom to be Nikken’s greatest product of all. Dennis and his wife Ruth have been full-time Network Marketers since 1975, with Nikken being their full-time career for over 31 years. In this period of time they have officially helped 57 of their team become members of the Nikken Millionaires Club, each earning a Million Dollars or more in their Nikken career.
Learn how to bring your innate abilities to Nikken and empower others to do the same. UK Diamond Consultants Dalia and Eric share how to create a vibrant, healthy organization. Dalia has a strong natural health background as a Shiatsu Practitioner. She and Eric rapidly created a huge international business, and have won the European International Consultant of the Year Award several times.
When we think of pollution - smog, plastic, garbage and contaminated bodies of water come to mind. But what about indoor pollution? Other than bad air caused from smoking, cooking, mold, mildew and animal dander, what else makes our indoor environment unhealthy?
There’s a definite methodology to building a highly successful Network Marketing Business. Learn about the wonderful power of exponential growth with Bo Tanas. Bo has an outstanding international business, and was Nikken North America’s 2002 Consultant of the Year. He credits his success to having a strong desire, commitment and persistence. If he can do it, so can you!
The new year is often seen as a time of renewal and a chance to start fresh. It is a time when we can reflect on the past year and set goals for the year ahead. The new year can be a powerful and hopeful time for many reasons. Listen to Julie as she is relaying Jeff Isom's (Chancellor of Nikken University) teachings on what works best to set you on the right track for 2023.
Leverage the thrilling growth trends in both Wellness (a 4 Trillion dollar industry) and Network Marketing in 2023. Both are growing at the rapid rate of 6.6% annually. Nikken is perfectly poised in both industries. Hear from Business Development & Innovation Manager Ale Tsutsumi, Royal Diamond Michael DiMuccio and Royal Diamond Susan Carver on why this is our time! Be bold - step out - set your goals - create momentum with the new compensation plan updates, and win big in 2023!
As we near the beginning of a new year, we tend to think of what we've accomplished in the past year and what we want to achieve next. One key factor that can make the difference between personal success or defeat is our mindset. Hear how a growth mindset can change the way we approach goals and results.
Hear how Nikken President & CEO Luis Kasuga and his belief in practicing gratitude on a daily basis connects him to his commitment to Vision 2025 and building a Global Wellness Community. He has been with Nikken since 1994, and personally experienced the company's evolution in more than two decades. Well known in the network marketing industry, Luis is recognized for his acumen in business development and for his stellar coaching abilities. He is a motivational speaker who is the epitome of Humans Being More, as he not only shares his knowledge but continues to participate in business and personal development seminars to learn the newest trends.
Science informs us that the Earth’s electrons contain a natural, negative charge. Maintaining contact with the ground allows our bodies to naturally receive and become charged with these electrons. When you practice indoor grounding and magnetic massage, you essentially are blending two easy-to-use modalities, to achieve double the benefits. Listen to Julie explain the dynamics.
With more than 30 years of experience in Network Marketing, Léo Lemay from Montreal Québec is the happy father of two wonderful sons. He has been a dedicated member of the Nikken Family for 23 years and is a Platinum Consultant. Léo has achieved wonderful results with his Nikken business, especially in 2021 and 2022, developing 30 Consultants ranked Silver and above in his team.
Get up front and personal with Nikken Technical Advisor Dave Balzer as he talks about his gratitude for family, his relationship with Nikken and his deep appreciation for this special time of year. Enjoy Dave and Julie as they "riff" on how people come and go or stay together.
What is the true value of performing acts of kindness? How does it benefit the recipient and the giver of kindness? Let's listen to Julie and find out.
It is thrilling to see that Feminine Leadership is soaring to the forefront of many entrepreneurial businesses today. Learn how this is beautifully reflected in Nikken by successful Royal Diamond Barbara Bertucci. Originally from New Orleans, Barbara had been a Florida resident for 30 years, but moved to Santa Barbara County in California this year. With Nikken for more than 27 years, Barbara is a medical intuitive who works with people from all over the world. She is a painter, printer, calligrapher and pet advocate.
We are constantly transforming as we practice Active Wellness, develop into Humans Being More and share the benefits with the Global Wellness Community. Hear Julie describe how our personal Super Powers propel us forward. It's an adventure to explore the archetypes we embody in our changing roles! Find your Super Power and Build Upon It!
Here’s the link for you to take the Archetype Test for free: English Test: https://letsmake.mx/atl Spanish Test: https://letsmake.mx/alt This has been created by the innovative CEO Antoine Zervudacki and his team at https://letsmake.mx/ Let’s Make Innovation works closely with Nikken.
Description: The Art of Prospecting is perhaps the most important ability to master in building a successful Nikken Business. Learn about the loving intentionality required to prospect effectively with Diamond Consultant, Vance Rogers. Being a son of two entrepreneurs created a different childhood perspective for Vance. Exposed to Network Marketing at age 10, he learned about work-life independence during his formative years and went on to earn an Associate's degree in practical theology. In his early 20s, he and his wife Stacey needed improvement in their finances and health, following a severe injury to his lower back. Nikken fulfilled their business goal of achieving "Wellness Beyond Belief." Prospecting is at the heart of building a successful Network Marketing business, and the pursuit of the 5 Pillars of Wellness keeps Vance sharing Nikken every day. It’s a family affair with Stacey and their three daughters fully on board with every aspect of Humans Being More.
All of the Nikken technologies take their cue from the natural world. Hear Julie go over how Technology Consultant Dave Balzer explains the way Nikken has observed nature and created ways to support the benefits it offers through magnetic energy, warming energy, or negative ions.
Incentives are designed to assist you in meeting your business goals with efficient precision. Learn from Platinum Consultant, Barb Satterwhite, how to consistently win these incentives and reap your rewards! Canadian by birth, now living in the US, Barb is a retired nurse with a long career focus in the field of oncology. She is deeply grateful to Nikken for the freedom and the powerful products that have allowed her to help her father, husband and many others. As a Team Kaizen and Team Taishi achiever, Barb is no stranger to winning Nikken incentives and contests of all kinds! Her mission in life is to connect others to a better path for improved health, finances, joy and abundance.
Incentives are designed to assist you in meeting your business goals with efficient precision. Learn from Platinum Consultant, Barb Satterwhite, how to consistently win these incentives and reap your rewards! Canadian by birth, now living in the US, Barb is a retired nurse with a long career focus in the field of oncology. She is deeply grateful to Nikken for the freedom and the powerful products that have allowed her to help her father, husband and many others. As a Team Kaizen and Team Taishi achiever, Barb is no stranger to winning Nikken incentives and contests of all kinds! Her mission in life is to connect others to a better path for improved health, finances, joy and abundance.
Our daily cycles of sleeping and waking and other bodily processes all pertain to the circadian rhythm. When our circadian rhythm goes out of whack, it can cause weight gain, anxiety, daytime sleepiness and more. The good news is that we can help keep our circadian rhythm functioning smoothly. Find out how with this week's podcast!
The 4.37 trillion dollar Health and Wellness Industry is growing at a rate of 5.5% per year. How can you be a part of this exponential growth curve? Listen to Royal Diamond, Igor Gruendl, speak eloquently about our industry, how Nikken leads with novel technologies that work profoundly, and why this business offers you the life of your dreams.
Nikken has been a pioneer in sleep technology for decades. Now with the launch of the Kenko Naturest® Makura, Nikken has taken sleep to yet another level. Makura is Japanese for pillow, and this pillow is one-of-kind, with a combination of technologies exclusive to Nikken.
From northern Germany but living on the beautiful island of Malta, Platinum Consultants Alex and Ricarda Russ faced and overcame many obstacles in order to choose how they live. They combine work with fun and most importantly, taking care of their sons. They understand that being able to do anything they want also means stepping out of their comfort zones to create continual success with Nikken throughout their lives.
How did Nikken come into being? Find out how one man's personal need to support his family served as the beginning to a company that has evolved into an international corporation that has empowered hundreds of thousands to transform their lives with improved health and a way to financial freedom.
Sophia DiMuccio uses her social media platform, The Mind Palace, to spread the principles of the law of attraction, the subconscious mind and the power of gratitude. A Nikken Gold Consultant, Sophia believes the mind is the ultimate tool for creation and her goal is to empower her followers to recognize themselves as the creators of their own lives.
Ben Woodward is an immensely creative Renaissance Man. From playing jazz trombone, and being a hairstylist in his earlier years, he is now a best-selling author and keynote speaker! However, he has also been a former senior executive and has worked for two multi-billion-dollar direct sales companies. During the last six years with Nikken, Ben has won Team Kaizen multiple times, been a top PGV qualifier, MVP achiever and Club Kiai winner. Ben and his wife Kim are the parents of 8 children. Enjoy his creative viewpoints on work and family life!
Dr. Qing Li heads the Japanese Society of Forest Medicine and promotes the therapeutic effects of forest on human health. Find out how it's so special, and learn how those of us who don't have easy access to a forest for forest bathing can have the next best thing.
An owner of 2 H & R Block franchises for 30 years, Kimball has been an entrepreneur and a Nurse Energy Psychotherapist for more than 26 years. With Nikken for 16 years, she is now a Platinum Consultant. With her best friend and husband, Geoff, Kimball has 5 kids and 7 grandkids! She credits her success to focusing on her life mission — to experience joy as she empowers others to do the same.
Antioxidants are known as "free radical scavengers" and they help fight inflammation that comes from inside the body as well as externally. You can make sure you get antioxidants from berries and other colorful fruit and veggies, but what if you're on-the-go and don't have access to all that natural goodness? Find out how Nikken provides organic antioxidants on-the-go.
Chancellor of Nikken University Jeff Isom discusses how personal development can lead to success on different levels. HBM empowers business builders to set goals, believe in themselves and manifest success.
Listen to how the new generation of Nikken Entrepreneurs is networking to build their business empires and already succeeding.
Hear how the leap graduates make into a new phase of life parallels the Nikken entrepreneur's continuing journey to success.
Listen to how Nikken Dad Brody Craney cultivates his mental and physical health while juggling his roles of provider, protector, husband and father.
The role of fathers has evolved from the 70s. Listen to how fathers are now involved in every aspect of their children’s lives!
Building a Nikken Legacy for Future Generations, Royal Diamond Mike DiMuccio shares not only the keys to business-building but also the keys to successful parenting.
Each person can benefit in personal ways from the 5 Pillars of Wellness. The pillars that need the most attention vary personally: Body, Mind, Family, Society and Finances.
Dr. Paul Gabias, professor of psychology and experienced guide dog trainer describes his inspiring Nikken journey, recently achieving the Platinum rank.
Julie and Dave Balzer, Nikken's Technical Advisor, discuss natural air and how Nikken technology replicates it. Learn why indoor air is often more polluted than outdoor air.
Learn how microplastics are not only ingested but also inhaled. Find out how this impacts our health.
Learn how Nikken products and technologies can help counteract the adverse effects of plastics and electronics, not only for us but especially for the sake of our children's health.
Julie discusses how indoor and outdoor air pollution affects children. and why May is National Asthma & Allergy Awareness month.
When traditional medicine couldn't help Linda Morris with her health crisis, she discovered her passion for Integrative Health. Now a Nikken Platinum Consultant, she has since helped thousands in their quest for Active Wellness, to be in the best shape of their lives and thrive on every level.
Join Julie as she explores the birth of Earth Day and reveals how each of us can participate to “Invest in Our Planet.”
Tennis Pro and Coach, Royal Diamond Herb Rapp, talks about hydration for athletic high performance and the experiences of famous athletes who use PiMag water products. Along with his own long standing athletic career, Herb is also the author of a popular book called "Fit To Win", which gives many powerful health care hacks for peak performance on all levels.
Discover how and why we need to hydrate, especially before, during and after athletic performance and other strenuous activities.
Instrumental in the research and development of many cutting-edge Nikken products, Dave, Nikken's Technical Advisor, brings unparalleled knowledge on the benefits of our PiMag water products. Learn the brilliance of this technology to transform your tap water into alkaline, vibrant living water!
With our current focus on The Power of Hydration, we are highlighting World Water Day, held on March 22nd every year since 1993. In 2022 the focus is: Groundwater - Making the invisible visible. Out of sight, under our feet, groundwater is a hidden treasure that enriches our lives. Almost all of the liquid freshwater in the world is groundwater. As climate change gets worse, groundwater will become more and more critical. We need to work together to sustainably manage this precious resource. Groundwater may be out of sight, but it must not be out of mind.
Royal Diamond, Susan Carver, has created an extraordinarily successful business with Nikken, with more than 11,000 people in her team in 8 countries. She is an authentic, vibrant tour de force, leaving no stone unturned in her mission to help our ailing world. Listen to her moving journey from struggle to success, and learn from her powerful loving wisdom.
Learn about the critical importance of clean water on our planet, and the immense powers of Nikken PiMag Water Technology!
Nikken Wellness Ambassador, Julie Tara, introduces Nikken's new podcast and explains what to expect from the upcoming weekly episodes. Subscribe now to make sure you receive all episodes in your library!