Do you find yourself constantly saying "I'm sorry" for taking up space, speaking your truth, or simply being yourself? If you're trapped in endless cycles of apologizing, people-pleasing, and seeking forgiveness from others, you're not alone—and more importantly, you're looking for healing in all the wrong places. In this eye-opening episode, Raj and Alex reveal why your compulsive need to apologize is actually a symptom of a deeper wound, and how shifting your forgiveness practice inward is the key to breaking free from chronic people-pleasing forever.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why constantly apologizing to others is actually a sign that you haven't forgiven yourself (and how this keeps you stuck in victim mode)

• The hidden inner critic that's driving your need for external validation—and how to transform it from your worst enemy into your greatest ally

• How Raj's pattern of "I'm sorry for being too much" was actually his inner child crying out for self-acceptance

• The revolutionary shift from seeking forgiveness from others to facilitating forgiveness between the parts of yourself

• Why your guilt about advocating for yourself reveals exactly where you need to do inner healing work

• The Ho'oponopono practice that stops the apologizing cycle by directing "I'm sorry, please forgive me, thank you, I love you" toward yourself

• How to parent your inner child in the ways you desperately crave from others—so you stop seeking that validation externally

• The counterintuitive truth that taking full responsibility for your reality (including forgiving yourself) actually gives you more power and choice in your life

If you're exhausted from walking on eggshells, over-explaining yourself, and carrying guilt for simply existing, this episode will show you how to break the cycle. It's time to stop apologizing for who you are and start healing the relationship that matters most—the one you have with yourself.

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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Ever notice how the same type of person keeps showing up in your life? Or how you find yourself in eerily similar situations over and over again, wondering "Why does this keep happening to me?" What if we told you there are actually two hidden curriculums running your life - and only one of them is truly yours? In this episode, Raj reveals the invisible map your soul has been drawing through every relationship, challenge, and "coincidence" you've experienced, and how understanding this changes everything about how you navigate your future.

The Biggest Takeaways:The Two Hidden Forces Controlling Your Reality: There are two invisible curriculums running your life simultaneously - and 99% of people are completely unaware of the second one

Why You Can't Shake That Restless Feeling: That persistent pull toward something different isn't anxiety or dissatisfaction - it's actually something much more profound trying to communicate with you

The Most Uncomfortable Truth About Your Life: There's a perspective about responsibility that will either completely liberate you or make you want to run away - but you can't unsee it once you know

The Single Question That Reveals Everything: One simple filter exposes which invisible curriculum is running your life in any given moment - and changes how you'll make every decision moving forward

Why You're Unconsciously Addicted to Struggle: There's a hidden psychological reason we make things harder than they need to be - and it has nothing to do with what you think

The Secret Code Hidden in Your Recurring Patterns: Your repetitive experiences aren't random - they're following a precise blueprint that can be decoded once you know what to look for

What You Think Is Destiny Might Actually Be Programming: Most people mistake one thing for another when it comes to their life patterns - and this confusion keeps them stuck in cycles they could actually break

The Evolutionary Pattern You've Never Noticed: There's a specific way your challenges evolve over time that reveals something profound about your spiritual development - once you see it, everything makes sense

Ready to stop being the victim of your own patterns and start consciously creating your reality? This conversation will completely shift how you see every challenge, relationship, and "coincidence" in your life. Raj breaks down exactly how to map your soul's journey and step into your role as the conscious creator you were born to be. Listen to the full episode to discover which curriculum has been running your life - and how to finally align with the one that's authentically yours.

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What if the most transformational thing you could do for your relationship was to consciously end it? In this raw and revelatory conversation, Raj and his beloved Natalie share their unconventional journey of falling in love, consciously breaking up, and coming back into relationship—but this time, with the “intelligence of love” as their guide. They reveal how treating love as a master teacher, rather than something to control or contain, unlocked levels of devotion, intimacy, and spiritual growth they never thought possible.

This episode is a masterclass in using your intimate relationship as the ultimate catalyst for transformation. What you'll learn:

The difference between "expressing love" and "becoming love" and how to surrender into being an open channel for love's intelligence to flow through you
How to move at "the pace of love" versus the pace of your triggers and why honoring the slowest part creates sustainable intimacy
The "benefit of the doubt" principle that transforms how you see your partner's difficult moments as soul expressions rather than character flaws
How to identify your self-abandonment patterns and create mutual agreements to lovingly call each other back to self-love
The art of conscious completion and transition including how to close relationship containers with gratitude instead of resentment
Why "discernment" is different from "withholding" and how to know when something truly serves love versus just needs to be seen
Using apology and forgiveness as "technologies" to move through conflict faster and create deeper intimacy in the process
The framework for "conscious coupling" including how to create relationship agreements when you're regulated, not triggered
How to design daily rituals of integration that help you digest lessons and compost insights so you stop repeating the same patterns
The practice of sovereignty in nervous system regulation so your relationship becomes a place of mutual support rather than codependent activation

Ready to transform your relationship into a spiritual practice?

This conversation will challenge everything you think you know about love, commitment, and what it means to truly devote yourself to another human being. Whether you're single, coupled, or somewhere in between, the frameworks and insights Raj and Natalie share will give you a completely new lens for approaching intimacy as a path of awakening.

Watch the full episode now and discover how to let love be your greatest teacher.

Connect with Natalie:

https://www.instagram.com/thenatalieadele/profilecard/

YouTube: @SatNamSociety

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What if the most painful moments of your life aren't random suffering, but sacred initiations designed to unlock deeper levels of spiritual maturity? In this episode, Raj and Alex explore the concept of "portals" - those intense transitional periods that feel like they'll never end, whether triggered by heartbreak, loss, or life-altering challenges. Unlike ordinary hardships, portals become transformational when you consciously choose to see them as opportunities for growth rather than just crisis. This shift in perspective transforms you from victim to initiate, moving you through the three ascending levels of spiritual development.

What You'll Discover:• The Portal vs. Crisis Distinction - Why some people emerge from difficult times completely transformed while others remain stuck in victim consciousness, and how to consciously step into the portal experience

• The Faith → Trust → Knowing Progression - The three distinct levels of spiritual initiation that portals are designed to activate, and how to recognize which level you're currently operating from

• The Alchemy of Breakup Medicine - Why relationship endings might be the most potent transformation tool available, and the critical window of opportunity that determines whether you'll access its full healing power

• The Art of Ritual During Chaos - Specific ceremonial practices for both releasing what's dying and designing what's being born, plus how to create sacred space even when your world is falling apart

• The Hero's Journey Pattern in Personal Crisis - How every portal follows a predictable arc from descent into shadow to emergence as teacher, and why recognizing this pattern accelerates your transformation

• Life's Curriculum of Surrender - The profound truth about why challenges keep showing up until you master specific spiritual lessons, and what happens when you finally stop resisting the initiation

Ready to Transform Your Relationship with Difficulty?This isn't just another conversation about getting through hard times - it's a masterclass in recognizing the sacred intelligence behind your struggles. If you've ever wondered why life keeps dealing you seemingly impossible cards, or if you're currently in the thick of a transition that feels endless, this episode will fundamentally shift how you relate to difficulty forever. Raj reveals why "God won't throw you to the wolves unless you have a wolf in you," and exactly how to access the gifts hidden inside your most challenging moments. Stop seeing your struggles as punishment and start recognizing them as your soul's curriculum for awakening.

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Instagram: @raj_jana

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If you've ever felt anxious, overwhelmed, or like you're stuck in patterns you can't explain—this episode is for you. You're not broken. You're not failing. You're simply disconnected from the truth of who you really are.

In this deeply moving conversation, Dr. Dan Siegel—world-renowned psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and bestselling author—joins Raj to reveal the science of reconnection. Together, they uncover how trauma, culture, and outdated ideas of the "self" have fractured our inner world—and how we can reclaim wholeness, purpose, and power.

This isn't just about mental health. This is about healing the disconnection between your mind, your body, and something bigger.

In this episode, you'll learn:

The revolutionary COAL framework: Curiosity, Openness, Acceptance & Love—and how it transforms your nervous system
Why the Western idea of "self as individual body" is literally killing us—and what quantum physics reveals about who you really are
The 3 pillars of mindfulness that create measurable changes in your DNA, immune system, and longevity
How forgiveness is actually "giving up all hope for a different past"—and why this sets you free
The difference between chaos, rigidity, and the "FACES flow" of optimal mental health
Why uncertainty isn't something to fear—it's the portal to infinite possibility and freedom
Dr. Siegel's daily Wheel of Awareness practice that grounds him and connects the quantum realm to everyday life
How integration (differentiating while linking) is the secret to thriving relationships, brain health, and planetary healing
Why this moment of global disorganization might be humanity's "caterpillar to butterfly" transformation
The scientific truth that we're all emergences from the same source of possibility—and how living this changes everything

This episode is a roadmap back to wholeness—backed by decades of research and delivered with profound compassion. Dr. Siegel doesn't just explain the science; he shows you how to embody it.

Connect with Dan:

https://drdansiegel.com/

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Instagram: @raj_jana

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In a world that prizes productivity and logic, most of us were never taught the fundamental skill of feeling our emotions. This emotional illiteracy creates a dangerous buildup of what Raj calls "emotional debt" — unprocessed feelings that manifest as stress, fractured relationships, and even physical illness. When we avoid our feelings, we're not just disconnecting from ourselves; we're paying compound interest on that emotional debt with our health and happiness. In this transformative episode, Raj and Alex unpack the art and science of feeling, revealing practical pathways to expand your emotional capacity and free yourself from fear. Learn how developing this overlooked skillset can become your superpower in an increasingly AI-driven world.

What You'll Discover:

• The hidden "emotional debt" concept — why every unfelt emotion gets stored in your body and how this accumulation affects everything from your health to your relationships

• Why safety is the foundation of feeling — practical techniques to create the internal and external conditions where authentic emotion can finally emerge

• The surprising truth about discomfort — how reframing your relationship with uncomfortable sensations transforms them from enemies to allies

• Why slowing down is revolutionary — discover the counterintuitive practice that creates space for healing in a speed-obsessed culture

• The ancestral connection — how feeling your emotions doesn't just liberate you but helps release generational patterns that have been passed down through your lineage

• The vulnerability paradox — why opening yourself creates ripples of healing that extend far beyond your personal experience

• The difference between emotions and sensations — a critical distinction that can instantly change how you process difficult feelings

• The presence practice — specific techniques to develop the quality that makes you "medicine" for others, creating healing spaces wherever you go

Ready to break free from emotional numbness and discover the profound liberation that comes with feeling fully? Dive into this episode to begin your journey toward emotional mastery—the skill that no AI can replicate and that will transform every aspect of your life from the inside out.

Connect with Raj:

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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What if every word you speak is silently shaping your reality — for better or worse?

In this paradigm-breaking episode, Raj sits down with Dr. Steve Young, longevity expert and spiritual architect, to reveal why language is the original technology — and how you’ve been unconsciously “spell-casting” yourself into limitation.

From hidden frequencies inside common words like “trauma,” “I know,” and “always”… to the quantum coding that governs reality itself, Steve unpacks the laws of Hermetics, duality, and vibrational truth — in a way that’s as practical as it is mystical.

This conversation will shift how you speak, think, and create — forever.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

Why “healing language” might actually be keeping you stuck
The one word that instantly shuts down transformation
How to speak as a Creator (not a victim of circumstance)
The spiritual law behind your everyday language
How identity itself is a program you can rewrite
What “energetic coding” means — and how to use it
Why changing your vocabulary rewires your vibration
A new way to understand trauma, healing, and divinity

If words build your world… this episode gives you the blueprint.

Connect with Dr. Steve:

Instagram: @stevenyoungalchemist

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Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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What if the very thing you're gripping is what’s keeping you stuck?

In this soul-expanding episode, Raj Jana reveals how letting go of control is not a weakness—but the most powerful decision you’ll ever make. From breaking free of survival-mode to trusting in divine timing, Raj opens up about his journey from anxiety and chaos… into alignment, peace, and flow.

Whether you're navigating a relationship transition, a pivot in purpose, or a spiritual awakening—this conversation is your invitation to soften, trust, and rise into your power.

What You'll Learn:

Why control feels safe—but limits your evolution
How to identify your “gripping” patterns in real time
The exact moment Raj realized surrender was the key to freedom
Why spiritual trust creates alignment, love, and clarity
How to shift from force to flow (and feel held by something greater)

If you’re someone who’s been holding on — to control, expectations, grief, old identities — and you’re ready to soften… this podcast is for you.

If you’d like deeper support in releasing the “grip” that no longer serves you, Join Raj’s FREE 3-day workshop happening May 6-8: The Art of Letting Go → StayGrounded.life

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Instagram: @raj_jana

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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We’ve mastered how to fight. But no one ever taught us how to repair.

In this raw, emotionally electric episode, Raj sits down with his brother-in-growth Alex King to unpack the real reason our relationships—romantic, professional, and personal—fall apart: unseen attachments and unconscious triggers.

Raj reveals the invisible architecture behind every emotional reaction, conflict, and moment of disconnection—and how to rewire your nervous system, soften the ego, and build true safety in love.

This is the deep inner work that leads to freedom, resilience, and unshakable peace. And once you learn how to repair… everything changes.

🔍 In this episode, you’ll learn: The #1 relationship skill no one teaches—but every partnership needs * How to recognize when your inner child is running the show * Why “I’m sorry” is more powerful than you think (if it’s real) * How to turn triggers into tools for transformation * The subtle difference between control and curiosity * Why your relationship to uncertainty* shapes every decision * How to shift from codependence to devotional love * A framework to feel safer, stronger, and more self-aware—starting now

If you’ve ever asked, “Why do I keep reacting this way?”—this conversation is the answer.

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this soul-stirring episode of Stay Grounded, Raj welcomes Jess Magic, a "heartist" (heart artist), musical storyteller, and soul-stirring songstress who creates opportunities for people to interact with life from an open heart.

Together they explore the sacred medicine of heartbreak and the profound gift of being "broken open" - revealing how our most painful moments can become portals to our deepest authenticity and joy. Through vulnerable stories, poetic wisdom, and shared laughter, Raj and Jess reveal why devotion to love (even when it hurts) might be the most liberating path of all.

This conversation isn't just about surviving heartbreak - it's about alchemizing grief into growth, finding diamonds in the ashes of what once was, and honoring every relationship as part of your soul's lineage.

🔍 In this episode, you'll learn:

What it truly means to be in "devotion to love" (beyond attachment)
How heartbreak can be your greatest medicine for evolution
Why "joy" exists at the bottom of fully-felt grief
The concept of "The Lineage of Lovers" and how it reshapes your relationship with past partnerships
How to distinguish between discomfort that is love vs. discomfort that is fear
Why your soul might be "cheering you on" during your most painful moments
The temple metaphor: finding indestructible diamonds amid the burning ruins
How to track when you're showing up as love (and when you're not)
The profound difference between happiness and joy

Whether you're navigating a relationship transition, healing from heartbreak, or seeking a deeper understanding of love itself, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective on how our most painful moments can become our most powerful teachers.

Tools/resources mentioned:

Book "Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends on It" by Kamal Ravikant

Connect with Jess:

Instagram: @yesjessmagic

Website: https://www.jessmagic.com/

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Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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What if the real root of your illness… isn’t in your body—but in your heart?

For decades, Western medicine has ignored the most powerful healing force we all have: love. But in this unforgettable episode, Dr. Mickra Hamilton—Air Force Colonel turned longevity visionary—shares the truth mainstream healthcare won’t touch: unresolved grief, lack of touch, and emotional disconnection may be the biggest drivers of chronic disease today.

As a world-renowned expert in peak performance, precision health, and epigenetics, Dr Mickra Hamilton has dedicated her life to pushing the boundaries of human optimization and longevity. She's the CEO and co-founder of Apeiron Zoe Corporation, pioneering holistic systems health that merges cutting-edge biotechnology with human potential science. Beyond her impressive credentials as a retired US Air Force Colonel with over 30 years of experience, what truly makes Mickra special is her revolutionary approach to health through the lens of love.

From working with elite special forces to navigating her own breast cancer diagnosis, Mickra reveals how sacred union, embodied love, and even psychedelics are rewriting the rules of modern medicine.

This conversation will change how you think about health, forever.

What You'll Learn:

Why conventional medicine is ignoring the #1 predictor of vitality
The untold link between loneliness, grief, and physical illness
How perspective-taking abilities expand your capacity for choice and transformation
How Mickra healed her body through love, not fear
The “six dimensions of health” no doctor ever talks about
Why you might not have a real choice… until you shift your perspective
The difference between intellectual love and embodied union
How being seen by others can heal your nervous system
Why your relationships might matter more than your lab results
The spiritual science of transformation through love
How to become your own medicine—today

This episode offers a revolutionary perspective on health and healing that honors the whole person. Dr. Mickra's personal journey through cancer, her military career, and her spiritual awakening illustrates how integrating love at every level creates the conditions for true vitality. Whether you're navigating health challenges, seeking deeper connection, or simply wanting to optimize your wellbeing, this conversation will remind you of your innate capacity to heal and be medicine for others.

Connect with Dr. Mickra:

Website: https://apeironcenter.com/

Website: https://drmickrahamilton.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickra-hamilton-a772684a

Substack: https://mahasukaho.substack.com/

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In this deeply intimate conversation, I sit down with Libby and Andy Drish, a couple who have mastered the delicate balance between devotion and freedom in their 15-year relationship. Starting young and admittedly anti-relationship, they've navigated through volatile beginnings to discover a level of harmony most couples never experience. What sets their journey apart is their extraordinary commitment to relationship mastery—they've dedicated years to studying with the world's most advanced relationship teachers, experimenting with cutting-edge frameworks, and developing their own maps for love's terrain. Their journey reveals how relationships evolve through distinct stages and how the thread of devotion can sustain you through the darkest moments when nothing else is working. Unlike most couples who rely on conventional wisdom, Andy and Libby have approached their relationship like relationship astronauts—venturing into uncharted territories, testing boundaries, and bringing back wisdom that few have access to.

What You'll Learn:

The three stages of relationship evolution: codependence, independence, and interdependence
How to navigate "death portals" in your relationship where old dynamics must die for new ones to emerge
The Infinite Theory of Love - a powerful map for balancing freedom and safety
Why devotion feels like death in the darkest times but becomes the most exquisite experience in the lightest times
How to shift from exhausting stage two "processing" to the harmony and polarity of stage three
The difference between conditional romantic love and unconditional love
Why vulnerability and emotional expression are more effective than verbal negotiation
The immense power of their weekly "ritual" practice and how it can transform your relationship

If you've ever felt lost in your relationship, questioning whether the struggles are worth it, or longing for a deeper connection that seems just out of reach, this episode offers a rare glimpse into what's possible. Andy and Libby share battle-tested wisdom from their 15-year experiment, revealing maps and frameworks they wish they'd had during their hardest moments. Their journey proves that with devotion as your North Star, you can create a relationship that continually evolves into something you wouldn't have believed possible.

Tools/resources mentioned here:

The Three Stages of Relationship- Inspired by David Deida

Connect with Libby and Andy:

Website: https://www.theartoflove.com/

Connect with Raj:

Instagram: @raj_jana

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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This episode explores how to view your work, business, and creative projects through the lens of energy rather than conventional metrics. As I've grown in my spiritual journey, I've started to see everything as energy flows – when something isn't working between team members, I see stuck energy; when sales aren't flowing, there's likely a kink in the chain. In this conversation with Alex, we dive into how companies have souls born from the seed of an idea, how your consciousness gets embedded into every aspect of the business, and why aligning with "what wants to happen" rather than "what I want" can lead to quantum leaps in success.

What You'll Learn:

How to connect with the soul of your company or creative project
Why your level of consciousness directly affects the flow of energy in your business
The profound difference between "what I want" versus "what wants to happen"
How to identify where energy is stuck in your organization and how to release it
The concept of "return on energy" as a more meaningful measure than return on investment
How to become an "energy billionaire" rather than just pursuing financial success
Practical ways to access intuitive leadership for better decision-making
How creating safety is the fundamental role of conscious leadership

If you're experiencing friction in your work, team dynamics, or sensing that your business isn't flowing as effortlessly as it could, this episode offers a completely different perspective on your challenges. I'm not sharing concepts from business books (there aren't any on this topic!) – this is what's actually working for me. When you realize you're not the owner of your creations but rather a conduit for what wants to flow through you, everything changes. You'll make decisions from greater alignment, attract unexpected opportunities, and experience the kind of expansion that happens when you get out of your own way.

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Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this very special episode of Stay Grounded, Raj sits with the incredible Dr. Jack Saul. As the founding director of the International Trauma Studies Program, Jack has dedicated his life to enhancing the natural resilience and coping capacities of individuals, families, and communities that have endured or are threatened by traumatic events.

Jack's impressive background includes faculty positions at the New York University School of Medicine's Department of Psychiatry, the New School for Social Research Clinical Psychology Program, and the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. As a psychologist and family therapist, he has created numerous clinical and community-based programs in NYC and abroad for populations that have endured disaster, war, torture, and political violence.

Dr. Jack truly is one of the pioneering voices in empowering individuals to help each other heal in community settings.

What You'll Learn;

How collective resilience can be accessed through community connection and shared experiences
Why creativity and artistic expression are powerful antidotes to trauma
The balance between personal modulation and community support in healing
How to integrate arts and different therapeutic approaches to restore harmony in communities
The importance of risk-taking in building trust and overcoming trauma's constricting effects
Why safety and belonging are fundamental to our nervous system's regulation
The powerful role of rituals, synchronization activities, and cultural practices in rebuilding community bonds
How diverse perspectives and skills contribute to greater collective resilience
Why feeling seen and accepted by others has such profound healing effects
The limitations of individual approaches to trauma healing and the untapped potential of collective methods

This conversation offers practical insights into how you can lean into your communities, families, and social environments to create more liberation for yourself and others. As social creatures wired for belonging, we find our greatest medicine in connection with each other. When we reclaim this fundamental truth, we unlock profound possibilities for healing & transformation.

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

Multifamily Psychoeducational Groups
Family Systems Approach
Parts Work

Connect with Dr Jack:

Website: https://internationaltraumastudies.org/ and https://www.jacksaul.org/

Book:https://www.jacksaul.org/new-page-3

Connect with Raj:

Instagram: @raj_jana

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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Burnout isn't just prevalent in today's culture—it's practically glorified. We've been conditioned to believe that pushing harder, running faster, and sacrificing more is the only path to success. But I've discovered there's a fundamental flaw in this approach: when we're fueled by fear, anxiety, or scarcity, we're drawing from a finite energy source that inevitably depletes us.

Over the years, I've experienced a profound shift in my relationship with work. Despite working more hours than ever before in my entrepreneurial ventures, I feel less burnout and more alignment than at any previous point in my career. The secret? I've learned to source my energy from love rather than fear.

When we operate from unconscious patterns and limiting beliefs inherited from culture, family, or religion, we're constantly fighting against ourselves. This creates tension in our system and eventually leads to exhaustion. But when we can align with a more authentic way of being that's in congruence with love, we tap into an infinite energy source that fuels creativity, connection, and inspiration.

In this episode, Alex and I dive deep into what it takes to make this pivotal shift from being pushed by fear to being pulled by love.

What you'll learn:

The fundamental difference between being pushed by fear versus being pulled by love
How to identify when you're operating from unconscious patterns and fear-based belief systems
Practical techniques to shift your perspective when facing challenging tasks
Why traditional "hustle culture" leads to burnout and how to work intensely without depleting yourself
The role of surrender in accessing deeper sources of energy and inspiration
How to develop courage as a key ingredient for authentic living
Techniques for raising your standards by lowering your tolerance for what doesn't serve you
Why understanding your unique design and natural rhythms is crucial for sustainable success
The transformative power of gratitude in shifting from resentment to appreciation

If you're tired of feeling exhausted, if you're questioning whether the hustle is worth it, or if you're simply seeking a more sustainable way to pursue your passions—this episode is for you.

I've walked the path from burnout to alignment, and I know firsthand that it's possible to do meaningful, impactful work without sacrificing your wellbeing. The frameworks and tools shared in this conversation aren't just theoretical—they're the exact practices that have transformed my relationship with work and allowed me to access a deeper, more sustainable source of energy.

Your life is in direct proportion to what you tolerate. If you want a better life, just tolerate less. By choosing to source your energy from love rather than fear, you can break free from the burnout cycle and discover what it truly means to work in flow.

Join Alex and I as we explore how courage, surrender, and self-understanding can help you tap into an infinite source of inspiration that makes even challenging work feel energizing rather than draining.

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This episode was originally filmed the week after the October 7 attack in Israel. *

Last week on October 7th, there was a grueling terrorist attack on innocent Jewish people. Since then, there have been heartbreaking levels of carnage happening to innocent Palestinian people.

My heart breaks for humanity. This podcast is not about choosing a side. So much innocent bloodshed. There are no winners in this fight.

What we need, now more than ever, is the capacity within us to relate with one another on a HUMAN level. To feel and recognize another’s pain while holding space for our own. To emotionally connect with people who look and act differently than us. With people who have differing opinions and differing life experiences from us. With people who see the world differently than we do.

And I brought on my dear friend, Mr JP Newman, to help inspire the courage and give you the tools to do so effectively.

JP Newman is a dear brother of mine, a successful entrepreneur and investor, and a mentor inside of his local Jewish communities. We had this podcast scheduled to record days after the initial Israel attacks and decided to trust the timing of it all and record something incredibly relevant for the times we are in.

Key Topics Discussed:

Why it's difficult yet essential to remain open-hearted in times of conflict
How bearing witness to each other's pain can dissolve barriers
The courage required to hold space for grief and disagreements with empathy
Choosing happiness over "being right" in relationships and world affairs
The power of listening with genuine curiosity about different perspectives
The ultimate goal of recognizing our common bonds despite surface differences
Faith in life's bigger picture as an antidote to getting lost in fear-based narratives & stories
Centering our energy on what unites us rather than divides us as human beings
The inner work and mindfulness needed to tap into empathy amidst outer turmoil
Small acts of humanity that start ripples of peace: how we each play a part
Finding inspiration in leaders who embody compassionate, heart-centered leadership

If you’ve been affected by these tragic events, I want you to feel my heart with you. I’m sorry that this type of darkness exists in the world. I hope this podcast offers you solace and grounding as you navigate a very complex emotional landscape. Sending you all of my love.

Connect with JP: https://jp-newman.com/

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I'm beyond excited to share this powerful conversation with my brother Michael Clark - one of my dearest friends, advisors, mentors, and someone I truly love and look up to. He’s a spiritual seeker, successful entrepreneur, and philanthropist who has devoted himself to a life of service. In this conversation, we talk about the why behind the work. Why devote yourself to ego dissolution? Why devote yourself to being in a relationship with somebody who triggers you? Why devote yourself to this path of service? How to actually get there and build the muscle of service so that we can be a kinder, more loving species? We went in so many directions, covering everything from the purpose of life to how laughter can be more powerful than fear, especially when healing trauma.

What You'll Learn

Why true service begins with knowing yourself deeply
How service is like a muscle that gets stronger with practice - "start small"
The power of recognizing heroes in everyday life and uplifting them
Why triggers and attractions are "treasure maps for your soul"
How to find joy and humor even in the healing of deep trauma
The paradox of surrender: how letting go often brings more abundance
Why helping just one person matters more than trying to "end homelessness"
How disconnection from self leads to disconnection from others and from the planet
The importance of listening to life's "whispers" before they become "yells"
Practical ways to incorporate service into daily life without burnout

This episode reminds us that spiritual growth isn't just about contemplation but about active engagement with the world from a place of love. When we serve others without expectation, we often find that what we need comes back to us in unexpected ways. By letting go of outcomes and focusing on serving the present moment with kindness and an open heart, we align with something greater than ourselves and discover that we're taken care of in return. Join Raj and Michael as they explore how the inner work enables us to show up more fully in service to others, and how finding joy in the journey transforms both ourselves and those around us.

Connect with Mike:

https://muse.io/clark

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Instagram: @raj_jana

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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Dr. Zach Bush brings a unique perspective to understanding human emotions and healing, drawing from his 17-year background in academic medicine running ICUs and bone marrow transplant units, combined with his deep study of Chinese medicine, energy healing, and nature's intelligence. After leaving conventional medicine in 2010, he established an integrated medical center where he absorbed extensive knowledge of Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture. His discovery that emotions are at the root of all diseases, backed by 5,000 years of Chinese medical science, led him to develop innovative approaches to emotional healing. Dr. Bush's current work with Project Biome involves studying nature's patterns and cycles, giving him unprecedented insights into how human emotional patterns mirror larger natural systems.

In this powerful episode, you'll learn:

The crucial difference between emotions and feelings, and why this distinction matters for healing
How our addiction to emotional patterns keeps us stuck in victim-perpetrator cycles
Why nature has no purpose, and how this understanding can liberate us from emotional suffering
The role of beauty in experiencing unconditional love and breaking free from emotional patterns
How unprocessed grief and trauma manifest physically and can be released through feeling
Ways to move from intellectual understanding to embodied feeling
The importance of being witnessed in our authentic expression
How natural cycles of death and rebirth apply to emotional healing
Practical approaches to feeling more deeply and metabolizing emotions naturally

Key Takeaway: Our addiction to processed emotions - much like processed foods - keeps us disconnected from the natural flow of feeling that exists in nature. By learning to distinguish between conditioned emotional patterns and raw, authentic feelings, we can break free from this addiction. The path forward isn't about managing or controlling emotions, but rather allowing ourselves to feel more deeply and completely, just as nature does. When we can embrace this natural way of being, our emotional struggles begin to metabolize and transform on their own, leading to genuine healing and liberation.

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Connect with Dr. Bush:

Website: https://journeyofintrinsichealth.com/

Join Dr Bush’s Community: https://journeyofintrinsichealth.com/

Instagram: @zachbushmd

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Instagram: @raj_jana

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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Nasya Miller, a transition clarity coach and founder of Wide Open Spaces, brings years of experience helping people navigate major life changes with intention and purpose. Her unique approach combines practical frameworks with deep emotional intelligence, helping clients move from confusion to clarity during life's most pivotal moments.

Key Takeaways:

• The four crucial stages of transition and how to identify where you are in the process

• Why rushing through change creates more suffering and how to embrace the "in-between"

• The critical role of community support in accelerating transformation

• How to use periods of neuroplasticity to create lasting positive change

• Practical tools for staying grounded when everything feels uncertain

• The difference between chosen transitions and unexpected changes

• Why grieving is essential for creating new possibilities

• How to mine transitions for their hidden gifts

• The power of slowing down to speed up your growth

• Ways to build trust in yourself during periods of uncertainty

Whether you're contemplating a career change, processing a major life transition, or simply feeling called to make a change, this episode provides both practical wisdom and spiritual perspective for navigating transitions with grace. While many of us haven't been taught how to move through periods of change effectively, Nasya and Raj's conversation demonstrates how these challenging times can become gateways to deeper self-trust and alignment when approached with awareness and support. This episode offers a powerful reminder that it's not just about getting to the other side of a transition, but about who we become in the process.

Connect with Nasya:

Website: wideopenspaces.co
60-day Transition Clarity Coaching program
Free 15-minute connection calls available

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this powerful episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana delves deep into the transformative power of inner work and its profound impact on our relationships, particularly with family. Joined by his friend Alex, Raj explores the concept of using life's challenges as mirrors for personal growth and the importance of healing generational patterns. This conversation offers a raw, honest look at the journey of self-discovery and provides practical insights on how to navigate the sometimes messy, always rewarding path of inner transformation.

Key takeaways from this episode include:

• Understanding what "inner work" really means and why it's called "work"

• The concept of life as a hall of mirrors and how to use triggers as data for personal growth

• Why healing our relationship with family is the most important work we can do

• The power of curiosity in facing our inner challenges

• How to shift from symptom management to true transformation in mental health

• The importance of reparenting our inner child

• Practical tips for doing inner work, even with a busy lifestyle

• The role of community and support in the journey of self-discovery

• How transforming ourselves can inspire change in our family dynamics

• The courage it takes to lean into discomfort and the rewards that follow

Raj and Alex's vulnerable sharing of their personal experiences with inner work serves as a powerful testament to the life-changing potential of this journey. Whether you're just beginning to explore personal growth or you're well along your path, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. By the end, you'll understand why healing our relationship with ourselves and our families truly is the most important work we can do. Tune in to be inspired, challenged, and equipped with tools to start or deepen your own transformative journey.

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this intimate conversation with Raj, Khalil Rafati, founder of SunLife Organics and author of the bestselling memoir "I Forgot to Die," shares his remarkable journey from addiction and homelessness to becoming a successful wellness entrepreneur and spiritual seeker. With 21 years of sobriety and 18 thriving juice bar locations across the country, Khalil brings raw honesty and hard-won wisdom to this conversation about transformation, authenticity, and the power of incremental change.

Key Insights:

Why hitting rock bottom might be the greatest gift for true transformation
The surprising truth about "losing everything" that most people miss
How tiny daily habits can create monumental life changes
What a near-death experience taught him about God and darkness
The unexpected way nutritional healing sparked spiritual awakening
Why authenticity requires peeling back painful layers of conditioning
The counterintuitive approach to sustainable personal growth
What building a multimillion-dollar business taught him about faith
How relationships become our greatest mirror for growth
The hidden gift in feeling completely worthless

This deeply vulnerable conversation offers hope and practical wisdom for anyone seeking genuine transformation. Whether you're struggling with addiction, building a business, or simply trying to live more authentically, Khalil's journey demonstrates that our darkest moments can become the foundation for extraordinary growth. His raw honesty about both his struggles and successes provides a roadmap for how small, consistent changes in how we think, eat, and relate to others can radically transform our lives.

Tools/resources mentioned in the episode:

Books: Psycho Cybernetics, Think and Grow Rich, The Power of Habit

Connect to Khailil:

Instagram - @khalilrafati

Book “Remembering to Live: Lessons I Learned Crawling out of Hell’

Khalil's bestselling memoir “I forgot to die”

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Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana and guest Alex explore the transformative power of understanding our emotional triggers. Rather than viewing triggers as obstacles to avoid, they discuss how these moments of emotional intensity can serve as gateways to profound self-discovery and personal growth. Through their own experiences and insights, they reveal how developing awareness around our triggers can become our greatest tool for emotional resilience and authentic living.

What You'll Discover:

Why awareness is the most powerful medicine for emotional healing and how it automatically increases your resilience
The surprising reason your triggers keep repeating and what this pattern is trying to tell you
How stored emotions from your past create present-day reactions (and what to do about it)
The three essential qualities needed to work with triggers effectively
Why the goal isn't to eliminate triggers but to expand your capacity to experience life fully
A fresh perspective on purpose and how it relates to your trigger responses
The delicate balance between processing triggers and maintaining healthy relationships
Why self-compassion is crucial when doing this inner work
Practical steps for staying present when triggered instead of numbing or avoiding
The revolutionary approach to mental health that starts with turning the mirror inward

Key Takeaway:

Mastering your emotional triggers isn't about eliminating them—it's about developing the awareness to transform them into opportunities for growth. When you learn to lean into these challenging moments with curiosity and compassion, each trigger becomes a treasure that reveals more of your authentic self and expands your capacity to live life fully. The path to emotional mastery begins not with fighting your triggers, but with understanding them as guideposts on your journey to personal liberation.

Connect with Raj:

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Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this intimate conversation with Raj, serial entrepreneur Miki Agrawal shares profound insights from her experiences in a darkness retreat and her journey of personal transformation. Miki is an author of "Disrupt-Her," and a trailblazing innovator known for founding TUSHY, THINX, and Wild. Named "Fast Company's Most Creative People in Business" and "Young Global Leader" by the World Economic Forum, Miki shares her evolution from a hard-charging entrepreneur to an advocate of "soft power" leadership. Her latest venture, Hiro Technologies, exemplifies this approach by partnering with nature to solve the global plastic crisis through breakthrough fungi technology. Beyond her business accomplishments, she's a devoted mother, musician, and thought leader in the space of authentic leadership and emotional intelligence.

Key Topics and Takeaways:

How five nights in complete darkness revealed the mechanics of our emotional patterns and thought loops
Why "soft power" might be the leadership paradigm our world desperately needs right now
The remarkable experience of watching yourself cry and finding joy in feeling everything
The difference between leadership and mastery (and why understanding this changes everything)
How prayer and gratitude can transform our relationship with uncertainty
Why moving at the "perfect pace" means something different than what most people think
The profound shift from being a leader on a pedestal to being a guide on the path
How vulnerability and power aren't opposites - they're partners in authentic leadership
The way our souls might have chosen this human experience specifically to feel it all
Why feeling insecure might be one of the most secure things we can do

This conversation reminds us that true aliveness isn't found in avoiding the dark or chasing only the light - it's found in embracing every shade of the human experience. As Miki beautifully puts it, "I want to skid to death's door sideways, not in a well-preserved body, thoroughly used up, loudly proclaiming, wow, what a life!" The invitation is clear: what if instead of managing our emotions, we let them be our teachers? What if instead of fearing our vulnerability, we let it be our strength? This episode challenges us to embrace the full spectrum of being human, knowing that in this embrace, we find our most authentic power.

Connect with Miki:

Instagram: @mikiagrawal

Website: https://mikiagrawal.com/

Support Hiro Technology’s Crowdfund Campaign: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hirotechnologies/hiro-experience-plastic-eating-fungi-at-home

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Instagram: @raj_jana

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this deeply reflective episode of Stay Grounded, Raj and Alex explore the delicate balance between taking action and letting go, diving into one of life's most challenging paradoxes: the art of releasing control. Through their personal experiences and insights, they examine how our relationship with control affects everything from our daily decisions to our spiritual growth, and why learning to surrender might be the key to feeling truly empowered in life.

Key Topics and Takeaways:

The surprising relationship between tension and control, and what your body is trying to tell you when you feel that familiar grip
Why examining your attachments might be the most important spiritual practice you're not doing
The counterintuitive connection between safety and security, and which one actually leads to lasting peace
A profound perspective on "the subtle art of letting yourself die" that could transform how you handle life's challenges
The hidden reason why your triggers might be your greatest teachers
What nature can teach us about trust and surrender that no self-help book can
The unexpected way that soul curriculum plays into your relationship with control
A practical approach to turning your entire day into a prayer, even in the midst of chaos

In a world that seems to demand more control and certainty than ever, this episode offers a refreshing and nuanced perspective on what it truly means to be grounded in trust rather than control. Whether you're navigating major life changes, dealing with uncertainty, or simply feeling the weight of trying to manage it all, Raj and Alex's conversation provides both practical wisdom and spiritual insights for anyone ready to explore a different way of being. Their vulnerable sharing and deep diving into personal experiences make this episode especially relevant for those seeking to understand why letting go might be the very thing they need to move forward.

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Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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As we wrap up 2024, this timeless conversation between Raj and Lindsay Sukornyk feels more relevant than ever. In a year marked by increasing social division and polarizing viewpoints, their discussion about unconditional love and acceptance offers crucial wisdom for navigating relationships with grace and understanding. Through their authentic dialogue, they explore how we can maintain genuine connections while honoring each person's unique journey.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding that everyone is on their own unique path and timeline of growth, especially vital in today's climate where social media often pressures us to conform to others' expectations or timelines.
Recognizing that our desire for others to change often stems from our own unhealed wounds or unmet needs - a powerful reminder as we navigate increasingly complex personal and social dynamics in 2024.
Cultivating the ability to hold space for others with compassion and understanding, even when their actions or beliefs trigger us - particularly relevant in our current era of heightened social and political tensions.
Practicing radical acceptance and learning to find the beauty and perfection in each person's journey, trusting that they are exactly where they need to be - an essential skill for maintaining relationships in our increasingly diverse and interconnected world.
Letting go of the need to control or fix others, and instead focusing on embodying our own truth and leading by example - a transformative approach to personal growth and relationship building.

This episode hits differently as we close out 2024, reminding us that true love and acceptance begins with ourselves. In a world that often demands conformity and quick fixes, Raj and Lindsay's conversation offers a refreshing perspective on allowing others to be exactly who they are. Whether you're navigating family dynamics during the holidays, managing workplace relationships, or seeking to bridge divides in your community, this discussion provides practical wisdom for leading with love and understanding.

Connect with Lindsay:

Instagram: @lindsayalive

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Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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As we close out 2024, we're revisiting this powerful episode where Raj shares his experience completing a 10-day silent meditation retreat. His insights on stillness and presence feel particularly relevant in today's fast-paced, digitally connected world.

Key Takeaways:

The critical distinction between "doing" and "being" - exploring how our modern lifestyle pushes us to fill every moment with activity, making it harder than ever to simply exist in stillness.
The transformative power of confronting our inner world - how removing external distractions reveals the patterns, beliefs, and attachments that shape our daily experiences.
The practice of expanding awareness - learning to step back from our thoughts and witness the mind's activities from a place of compassionate observation.
Embracing uncertainty and flow - moving beyond the need to control outcomes and finding peace in life's natural unfolding, especially relevant in our increasingly unpredictable world.
The power of perspective shifts - understanding how our mental frameworks shape our reality and why expanding our viewpoint is essential for personal growth.
Finding strength in solitude - discovering the difference between being alone and feeling lonely, particularly meaningful in our hyper-connected digital age.
The importance of integrating stillness practices into daily life - why making space for silence and reflection remains crucial for navigating the complexities of 2024 and beyond.

In a world that seems to move faster with each passing year, the courage to slow down and embrace stillness becomes increasingly valuable. Through Raj's experience, we see how creating space for silence can lead to profound insights and a deeper connection with our authentic selves. His journey shows us that beneath the constant noise of modern life lies an opportunity to discover who we truly are.

Whether you're considering your first meditation retreat or simply seeking ways to incorporate more mindful moments into your daily routine, this episode offers valuable insights for the journey inward. As we reflect on 2024, Raj's experience reminds us that sometimes the greatest growth comes not from doing more, but from the simple act of being present with what is.

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

Vipassana meditation

Satsangs (spiritual discourses and Q&A)

Plant medicines/psychedelics

Journaling

Book recommendation: "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor Frankl

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Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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Dr. John Churchill, co-founder of Planetary Dharma, integrates Western developmental psychology with Eastern contemplative traditions to create comprehensive frameworks for human growth and healing. With decades of experience studying both psychodynamic theory and meditation practices, Dr. Churchill offers a unique perspective on how early childhood experiences shape our relationship with ourselves, others, and spirituality.

Key Topics:

Why feeling "unseen" might be more than just a personal wound - discover the surprising connection to multi-generational trauma
The three foundational layers of human development that shape everything from self-trust to spiritual connection
How your nervous system inherited patterns from your ancestors (and what to do about it)
The overlooked connection between childhood attachment and adult spiritual experiences
Why therapy alone might not be enough - and the missing piece in modern psychological healing
The revolutionary practice that can help you internalize positive experiences (hint: it's not meditation)
What AI and technological advancement might mean for collective trauma healing
The surprising truth about "victim consciousness" and its relationship to developmental stages
How understanding human development could transform democracy and leadership
Why the "spiritual bypass" might be keeping you from true awakening

This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in understanding the deeper mechanics of human suffering and transformation. Dr. Churchill presents a groundbreaking framework that bridges ancient wisdom with modern psychology, offering practical insights for personal healing while illuminating larger patterns in social and cultural evolution. Whether you're a therapist, spiritual seeker, or simply someone wanting to understand yourself better, this conversation provides crucial context for navigating your own development and contributing to collective healing during these transformative times.

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

Planetary Dharma - 4-year training program integrating Eastern and Western psychology

Ken Wilber's developmental frameworks

Attunement exercises

Somatic experiencing techniques

Psychodynamic healing approaches

Connect with John:

Website: https://www.planetarydharma.com/

Instagram:@PlanetaryDharma

Email:hello@planetarydharma.com

Connect with Raj:

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this powerful episode of Stay Grounded, Raj and Alex explore courage as a fundamental vehicle for awakening and personal transformation. They dive deep into how choosing courage over comfort repeatedly in life not only leads to growth but serves as a catalyst for spiritual evolution. Through vulnerable personal stories and profound insights, they reveal how courage isn't just about taking bold actions, but about being willing to feel the emotions we most want to avoid.

Key Takeaways:

Every moment presents a choice between courage and comfort - growth happens when we consistently choose courage
True courage often means letting go rather than holding on tighter to our desired outcomes
Fear can serve as a compass - the things we're most afraid of often point to our greatest opportunities for growth
The path of awakening requires us to feel the emotions we're most afraid of feeling, as this liberates us from their hold
Our relationship with uncertainty and death underlies many of our fears around taking courageous action
Courage requires both trust and self-compassion as we navigate the unknown
Success often comes when we release our attachment to specific timelines and trust in divine timing
The longest journey is from the head to the heart - courage helps bridge this gap
Real growth happens when we engage with life rather than trying to control it
The paradox of courage: when we fully accept our worst fears, we become free to receive what we truly want

Whether you're facing a career transition, relationship challenges, or simply feeling called to live more authentically, this episode offers profound insights into harnessing courage as a transformative force in your life. Raj and Alex's vulnerable sharing about their own journeys with courage - from entrepreneurial challenges to relationship fears - provides both practical wisdom and spiritual depth for anyone looking to break free from the limitations of fear and step into a more liberated way of being. If you're ready to explore how courage can serve as a catalyst for your own awakening, this episode is an essential listen.

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

"The War of Art" by Steven Pressfield

"One Last Talk" by Philip McKernan

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Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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Will Rezin, founder of Trauma and Somatics, has trained over 400 practitioners worldwide in natural, somatic approaches to healing trauma. With deep expertise in nervous system regulation and attachment theory, Will integrates cutting-edge neuroscience with ancient wisdom traditions to create comprehensive frameworks for human flourishing & transformation. His work draws from pioneers like Peter Levine, Dr. Steven Porges, and Bessel van der Kolk.

Key Topics & Takeaways:

Why trauma isn't what happened to you - it's what happens inside of you in response
The surprising truth about catharsis and why it might not lead to healing
How your body stores memories you can't consciously recall (and what to do about it)
The overlooked difference between pain and suffering that changes everything
Why moving at "Earth Speed" might be the key to healing
The biological imperative we're ignoring in modern society
How shame creates a feedback loop - and how to break free
Why integration happens automatically when you're not trying to force it
The simple daily practice that can transform your relationship with yourself
What science is finally proving about ancient wisdom

This episode offers a revolutionary framework for understanding trauma and human development that bridges ancient wisdom with modern neuroscience. Whether you're a practitioner looking to expand your toolkit or someone seeking personal transformation, Will provides practical insights for working with your nervous system and returning to natural aliveness. His approach offers hope that we can move beyond simply managing symptoms to actually resolving trauma at its root - not through forcing change, but through gentle awareness practices that allow our natural capacity for healing to emerge.

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

FREE "Meet Your Nervous System" Journal
FREE Guided Meditation for Body Awareness
Trauma and Somatics 3-month practitioner training program
Use code: LIBER8 for $500 off the training
Attachment and Somatics course
Use code: LIBER8 for $500 off the training

Connect with Will:

Website: https://willrezin.com/

Instagram: @willrezin

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Natalie Adele is a transformational guide and embodiment mentor who has spent the last five years helping women reconnect with their innate feminine wisdom and power. Through her unique approach combining somatic practices, energetic work, and ancient wisdom traditions, she guides women back to their authentic expression of leadership. Moving beyond traditional paradigms of feminine power that often mimic masculine structures, Natalie challenges our modern understanding of feminine leadership and offers women a pathway back to a natural state of power.

Key Topics & Takeaways:

• Discover why the most powerful woman in the room might be the most relaxed one - and what this reveals about true feminine leadership

• The surprising truth about "security vs. safety" and how this distinction changes everything about how we show up in the world

• Why digital clutter might be blocking your feminine power (and the ritual Natalie uses to clear it)

• The "garden metaphor" that completely reframes how we think about feminine development and growth

• What "Soul Yum" is and why it might be the missing ingredient in your leadership journey

• The counterintuitive approach to feminine leadership that has nothing to do with "leaning in" or traditional power structures

• Why the feminine wound of "everyone for themselves" might be holding you back, and how to heal it

• The three energy centers that form the foundation of feminine power (hint: they're not what you might expect)

• A radical new way to think about sisterhood and its role in feminine awakening

This isn't just another discussion about women in leadership - it's a deep dive into what becomes possible when we strip away societal conditioning and return to our innate feminine wisdom. Whether you're a woman feeling disconnected from your feminine essence, someone curious about authentic leadership, or anyone interested in understanding the true nature of feminine power, this episode offers profound insights that go far beyond traditional leadership paradigms. Natalie's approach isn't about adding more to your plate - it's about remembering what you've always known but perhaps forgotten. Don't miss this opportunity to explore what feminine leadership really means in its most sacred and authentic form.

Connect with Natalie:

https://www.instagram.com/thenatalieadele/profilecard/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatNamSociety

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Instagram: @raj_jana

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this illuminating episode of Stay Grounded, Raj Jana and Alex explore the transformative power of relationships as vehicles for spiritual awakening and personal growth. Rather than viewing relationships solely as sources of happiness, they discuss how relationships serve as mirrors that reflect our deepest wounds, beliefs, and patterns - offering unprecedented opportunities for healing and evolution.

Key Takeaways:

Relationships are not meant to make us happy, but to help us grow - happiness is a byproduct of doing the inner work
Where there is a trigger in relationship, there is an opportunity for deep healing and self-discovery
The quality of our relationships is directly influenced by our beliefs and programming around love, much of which comes from our parents and cultural conditioning
It's easier to blame others or leave relationships than to take radical ownership of our patterns and do the inner work
True lasting love requires dismantling unhealthy beliefs about "happily ever after" and embracing relationship as a journey of mutual growth
Both partners need to be willing to look at themselves and take ownership of their patterns for the relationship to reach its highest potential
Time spent in a relationship isn't necessarily a measure of success - a 9-year relationship could be 1 year repeated 9 times without growth
When we do our inner work and heal our wounds, we create space for more authentic and fulfilling connections
Social media often shows the highlight reel of relationships while hiding the mountain of inner work required to maintain them
The path to extraordinary love requires courage to examine ourselves honestly and lean into difficult conversations

Whether you're currently in a relationship, healing from heartbreak, or seeking deeper connection, this episode offers profound insights into using relationships as catalysts for awakening. Raj and Alex's vulnerable sharing and practical wisdom illuminate how we can transform our relationship challenges into opportunities for profound personal evolution. If you're ready to move beyond surface-level connections and experience the transformative power of conscious relationships, this episode is your invitation to begin that journey.

Connect with Raj:

Newsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this profound episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana sits down with Dr. Zach Bush to explore the deep interconnectedness of human health, emotional well-being, and our relationship with nature. Dr. Zach Bush, MD, is a renowned physician specializing in internal medicine, endocrinology, and hospice care. His work integrates a deep understanding of human biology, environmental science, and emotional health. Dr. Bush is a pioneer in the field of intrinsic health, with a focus on the microbiome and its connection to overall well-being. As the founder of the Journey of Intrinsic Health, he advocates for a holistic approach to healing, emphasizing the interdependence of emotional resilience, the microbiome, and planetary health. This conversation delves into the root causes of disconnection in modern society and presents a compelling vision for reconnecting with our intrinsic health.

Key insights from the episode:

The surprising link between human disconnection and ancient historical events
How unprocessed emotions become "stored" in specific parts of the body, potentially leading to disease
The unexpected way quantum entanglement relates to cellular identity and healing
Why the concept of "emotional hygiene" might be more crucial for health than we've realized
The intriguing reason Dr. Bush believes humans are uniquely capable of witnessing beauty in nature
How unconditional love might be experienced through both profound joy and heartbreaking loss
The counterintuitive approach to feeling "grounded" that doesn't involve external practices or foods

The biggest takeaway from this episode is Dr. Bush's perspective on intrinsic health and the power of reconnection. He posits that true healing comes not from external interventions, but from within - by allowing ourselves to fully feel and process our emotions, reconnecting with our bodies, and recognizing the beauty and perfection in nature and ourselves. This shift in perspective from seeking external solutions to embracing our intrinsic capacity for health and wholeness offers a profound and potentially transformative approach to wellbeing.

Connect with Dr. Bush:

Website: https://journeyofintrinsichealth.com/

Join Dr Bush’s Community: https://journeyofintrinsichealth.com/

Instagram: @zachbushmd

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this special episode, host Raj Jana takes listeners on a journey through the evolution of Stay Grounded, sharing his personal growth, the podcast's development, and his vision for this platform and how it aims to help people move forward. Raj opens up about his mission to inspire self-love, healing, and spiritual growth on a global scale.

Key insights:

Stay Grounded began as a tagline for Raj's coffee company before evolving into a podcast focused on personal development
Raj's entrepreneurial journey sparked deep inner work and exploration of spiritual technologies
The podcast shifted from teaching coping tactics to helping people become more grounded beings
Raj believes accessing our inner light and divinity is the path to lasting fulfillment
Technology and scalable solutions are seen as key to accelerating global awakening

True purpose isn't about doing or building, but accessing deeper levels of love within ourselves. This inner journey is the path to lasting fulfillment that leaves an indelible imprint of impact on the world.

Tools/resources mentioned:

Liber8: www.liber8.health

Connect with Raj:

Newsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/

Website: https://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this episode of Stay Grounded, Raj and Alex dive deep into how health crises can be powerful catalysts for personal growth and transformation. They explore the mindset shifts and approaches that can turn a health challenge into an opportunity for awakening.

Key points discussed:

The importance of curiosity over fear when facing a health crisis
How symptoms are messages from the body, not something to simply suppress
The role of belief systems in shaping our approach to health and healing
The challenge and importance of asking for help during health struggles
How health crises can force us to reconnect with our bodies and emotions
The danger of identifying too strongly with an illness or diagnosis
The interconnection between our thoughts, beliefs, and physical health
The potential for profound personal growth and purpose discovery through health challenges

Tune in to discover how a health crisis, or even minor symptoms, can be powerful catalysts for personal growth, self-discovery, and a more vibrant life. This episode isn't just about managing illness—it's about using health challenges as a springboard to become the best version of yourself. Listen now and take the first step towards transforming your relationship with your body and unlocking your full potential for healing and growth.

Tools/resources mentioned:

Liber8: www.liber8.health

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this special episode of Stay Grounded, Raj introduces an upcoming three-part series exploring how life crises can lead to profound awakenings and personal growth. The series aims to provide listeners with tools and insights to navigate challenging times in health, relationships, and work/entrepreneurship, transforming these struggles into opportunities for evolution and freedom.

As we embark on this transformative journey together, stay tuned for the upcoming in-depth episodes in this series. Each installment will provide valuable insights and practical strategies for turning life's challenges into opportunities for growth.

To stay connected and gain even more from this experience, follow us on Instagram for episode clips and join our newsletter for exclusive, deeper insights and specific tools tailored to each crisis point. Together, let's learn how to not just survive, but thrive through life's most challenging moments.

Connect with Raj:

Newsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this profound episode of Stay Grounded, Raj Jana delves deep into the transformative power of emotional hygiene and its impact on personal growth, relationships, and overall well-being. Reflecting on the past three months of his life, Raj shares valuable insights on how maintaining emotional clarity can lead to a more fulfilling and purposeful existence. This conversation with Alex King explores the importance of inner work and its ripple effects on our lives and the world around us.

Key insights from the episode:

• The unexpected benefits of expanding reflection periods from monthly to quarterly

• Why "hurt people hurt people" and how healing ourselves can create positive change

• The connection between emotional hygiene and attracting like-minded individuals

• How courage acts as a catalyst for personal growth and community healing

• The role of self-love in unlocking our innate healing potential

• Why the path from the head to the heart is "the greatest spiritual journey of a lifetime"

• The paradox of the ego's attempts to keep us safe actually making us sick

• How practicing vulnerability and authenticity can lead to miraculous transformations

This episode is a reminder that consistent emotional clearing and processing are fundamental to our overall health and well-being. By treating our emotional state with the same importance as our physical hygiene, we can unlock profound healing, foster deeper connections, and ultimately create a more compassionate and vibrant world. Raj emphasizes that this practice is not just about personal benefit, but about cultivating a collective shift towards a more heart-centered and authentic way of living.

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

Ho'oponopono Prayer: "I'm sorry, please forgive me, thank you, I love you."

Liber8: www.liber8.health

Newsletter - Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this powerful episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj sits down with Dr. Nasha Winters, a bestselling author, renowned integrative oncologist, and cancer thriver. With over 30 years of experience in the field having supported thousands of patients, Dr. Winters brings a unique perspective to the cancer journey, emphasizing the critical importance of emotional and spiritual healing alongside physical treatment. Together, they explore the often-overlooked aspects of cancer recovery and how inner work can be a transformative force in the healing process.

Key Insights:

• The surprising origin of the "war on cancer" mentality and how it impacts patient outcomes

• Why fear might be the biggest obstacle in cancer recovery, and how to overcome it

• The unexpected benefits some patients find in their cancer diagnosis

• How viewing cancer cells as "sociopaths" can shift your approach to treatment

• The power of curiosity in transforming the cancer experience

• Why some patients struggle to let go of their diagnosis even after remission

• The ripple effect of a cancer patient's inner work on their community and future generations

• How the "f*ck cancer" mentality might be holding patients back from true healing

• The role of self-love in cancer recovery and why it's often overlooked

• Why some of the most effective treatments aren't found in a doctor's office

The inner work of cancer recovery is not just about fighting a disease—it's about embarking on a profound journey of self-discovery and transformation. By addressing the emotional and spiritual aspects of healing, patients can not only improve their chances of recovery but also find purpose, self-love, and a new perspective on life that extends far beyond their diagnosis. This episode reminds us that while we can't always control our circumstances, we have the power to choose how we respond to them, and that choice can make all the difference in our healing journey.

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

Emotional healing program for cancer patients: https://liber8.health/precision-emotional-healing-for-cancer-october/
Dr. Nasha Winters' book: "The Metabolic Approach to Cancer"
Dr. Keith Block's book: "Life Over Cancer"

Connect with Dr. Nasha:

Website: https://www.drnasha.com/

Instagram: @drnashawinters

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this episode of Stay Grounded, Raj and his partner Natalie take us on a transformative journey through their experience at Burning Man. This annual event in Nevada's Black Rock Desert is far more than just a festival - it's a temporary city built on principles of radical self-expression, communal effort, and gifting. For one week, tens of thousands of participants create art, share experiences, and push the boundaries of their comfort zones in a unique environment that challenges societal norms and personal limitations.

Key insights from Raj and Natalie's Burning Man adventure:

The power of intention-setting in manifesting synchronistic experiences
How radical self-reliance paradoxically fosters deep community connection
The unexpected wisdom found in getting lost during a dust storm
Why play and childlike wonder can be profound tools for personal growth
The transformative potential of gifting without expectation of return
How Burning Man serves as a "maturation ceremony" for many participants
The delicate balance between sacred rituals and profane celebrations
The challenge and reward of truly allowing oneself to receive
Why preparing for Burning Man can be as enlightening as the event itself
How the playa becomes a mirror, reflecting one's deepest essence

The biggest takeaway from this episode is the profound personal growth that comes from releasing control and embracing the unknown. Raj and Natalie's experiences highlight how surrendering to the unpredictable nature of Burning Man - and by extension, life itself - opens doors to transformation, deeper connection, and a more authentic way of being. Their journey teaches us that true surrender isn't about giving up, but about opening up to the magic and potential of each moment.

Connect with Natalie:

Instagram: @thenatalieadele

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatNamSociety

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this transformative episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana sits down with Lauren Zander, the Founder and CEO of the Handel Group, master life coach, and creator of The Handel Method® and Inner.U. With over 20 years of experience coaching thousands of private and corporate clients, including celebrities like Hugh Jackman, Lauren shares her expertise on how to navigate difficult conversations with grace. She delves into the art of owning up, setting yourself free, and cultivating the courage to speak your truth in any situation.

Key Takeaways:

Difficult conversations become easier when you approach them with the intention of understanding the other person's perspective, rather than trying to change their mind or protect their feelings.
Owning up to your past actions and experiences, even when it's uncomfortable, is essential for personal growth and maintaining integrity in your relationships.
Developing a healthy relationship with the unknown and embracing risk is crucial for building the courage to have difficult conversations.
Asking for permission to share your truth and checking in with the other person about how much they want to know can help create a safe space for open communication.
Celebrating your progress and finding joy in the journey of personal growth can provide the motivation and resilience needed to navigate challenging conversations.

Lauren's insights, drawn from her extensive experience coaching individuals from all walks of life, serve as a powerful reminder that mastering difficult conversations is a skill that can be learned and honed over time. By embracing radical honesty, cultivating courage, and committing to personal accountability, listeners can transform their relationships and create lives of authenticity and fulfillment. If you're ready to take your communication skills to the next level and navigate even the most challenging conversations with grace and confidence, this episode is a must-listen.

Connect with Lauren:

Website: https://www.handelgroup.com/

Instagram: @laurenzander_coach

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this illuminating episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana engages in a profound conversation with Greg Berry, a seasoned entrepreneur and wealth advisor with a unique approach to life and business. Greg shares his journey from tech entrepreneur to impact investor, and now to a wealth advisor focused on aligning investments with values. The discussion delves deep into topics such as servant leadership, the importance of vulnerability in business, and the wisdom of trusting one's intuition in decision-making.

Key takeaways:

The power of vulnerability and receivership in leadership
The importance of creating a culture that values personal growth and well-being alongside business success
How a deeper understanding of interconnectedness can lead to more sustainable and ethical business practices
The value of trusting gut instincts and waiting for a "full body yes" in decision-making
The benefits of maintaining a daily practice for grounding and energy flow
The significance of questioning cultural assumptions and finding one's own path
The impact of early spiritual awakening and continuous self-reflection on personal and professional growth

This episode offers a wealth of insights for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone seeking to live a more authentic and impactful life. Greg's journey and wisdom demonstrate how integrating spiritual principles, ethical considerations, and business acumen can lead to a more fulfilling and successful career. Listeners will be inspired to reflect on their own decision-making processes, leadership styles, and the importance of staying true to one's values in the face of external pressures. Whether you're navigating career transitions, seeking to make more aligned investment decisions, or simply looking to ground yourself in a chaotic world, this conversation provides valuable guidance and food for thought.

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

Tai Chi practice
Tattered Cover bookstore
Impact Hub
Book "The Tao of Physics" by Fritjof Capra

Connect with Greg:

Website: https://www.beinggregberry.com/

Email: gberry@consciouswealth.global

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregberry/

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this enlightening episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj sits down with the inspirational Danette May to explore the transformative power of embracing abundance without guilt. Danette, a successful entrepreneur and spiritual seeker, shares her journey of personal growth and business success, revealing how shifting our relationship with receiving can unlock unprecedented levels of abundance and joy in our lives. This conversation delves deep into the realms of manifestation, energy work, and the new paradigm of heart-centered leadership.

Key Takeaways:

Discover how to tap into the "field of infinite possibility" and manifest your desires with ease
Learn about the power of "timeline jumping" and how to consciously create your reality
Understand the importance of balancing action with surrender in the manifestation process
Explore the concept of "living in consistent prayer" and how it can transform your life
Gain insights into heart-centered leadership and its potential to revolutionize business
Learn how to cultivate your capacity to receive abundance without feeling unworthy
Understand the role of devotion and gratitude in accessing deeper levels of creation
Discover the power of daily spiritual practices in attracting universal blessings

As you finish listening to this episode, take a moment to reflect on your own relationship with abundance. Are you allowing yourself to fully receive the blessings that life is offering you? Remember, you are worthy of all the good that comes your way. Challenge yourself to embrace abundance without guilt, to play with the infinite possibilities that surround you, and to live each day in a state of gratitude and devotion. By doing so, you're not only transforming your own life but contributing to a new paradigm of leadership and creation that has the power to change the world.

Connect with Danette:

Instagram: @thedanettemay

Facebook: Danette May

NEW TV Show on Youtube: @TheDanetteMay

Work with Danette: danettemay.com

Connect with Raj:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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Key takeaways from this episode include:

• Understanding what "inner work" really means and why it's called "work"

• The concept of life as a hall of mirrors and how to use triggers as data for personal growth

• Why healing our relationship with family is the most important work we can do

• The power of curiosity in facing our inner challenges

• How to shift from symptom management to true transformation in mental health

• The importance of reparenting our inner child

• Practical tips for doing inner work, even with a busy lifestyle

• The role of community and support in the journey of self-discovery

• How transforming ourselves can inspire change in our family dynamics

• The courage it takes to lean into discomfort and the rewards that follow

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this illuminating episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana sits down with Dr. Guru Singh, a revered spiritual teacher, third-generation yogi, and master of Kundalini Yoga. With over fifty years of experience in conscious living and Eastern mysticism, Guru Singh brings a wealth of wisdom to this conversation about reconnecting with our inner technology. Drawing from his extensive studies with Yogi Bhajan and his family's deep-rooted connections to India's spiritual masters, Guru Singh offers a unique blend of ancient wisdom and modern practicality, guiding listeners on a journey to harmonize their head, heart, and gut.

Key takeaways from this episode include:

• The importance of breath as the fundamental thread connecting us to our inner technology

• Understanding the three levels of the heart: hope, willingness, and courage

• How to engage with our emotions as friends rather than adversaries

• The power of "coming home" to our bodies and embracing our full human experience

• Practical techniques for grounding ourselves in a world that often pushes us to transcend

• The concept of epigenetics and how ancestral experiences influence our present

• The role of sound and mantras in stimulating our inner healing mechanisms

• Dr. Singh's daily practices for maintaining vitality and groundedness at any age

• The importance of integrating all parts of ourselves, including those we might want to avoid

• How to navigate life's challenges by leaning into discomfort rather than bypassing it

As we conclude this profound conversation, Guru Singh reminds us that true growth comes not from transcending our human experience, but from fully embracing it. His practical fusion of Eastern mysticism and Western pragmatism offers listeners a roadmap to reconnect with their inner technology and live more authentically. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or new to the world of conscious living, this episode promises to uplift and inspire. Tune in to hear Guru Singh's musical joy, practical explanations, and timeless wisdom that have touched thousands worldwide, and discover how you can start harmonizing your head, heart, and gut today.

Connect with Guru:

https://gurusingh.com/

Instagram: @gurusinghyogi

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this thought-provoking episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana engages in a deep conversation with Christopher Life, a bold Independent civic activist and visionary leader in the US Independent movement, where they both explore the intersection of personal integrity, spiritual growth, and political engagement. Christopher, dedicated to creating a shared vision for a revolutionary United Independent Movement, shares his insights on how declaring political independence can lead to profound personal and societal transformation.

Key takeaways:

The concept of "United Independence" as a path to political and personal sovereignty
How declaring independence from manipulative political narratives can lead to greater integrity and self-awareness
The parallels between spiritual awakening and political independence
The importance of thinking for oneself in politics and beyond
Christopher's vision for ending two-party rule and upgrading democracy in the US
How small acts of independent thinking can scale to create massive systemic change
The upcoming Independent National Convention as a gathering place for politically curious and independent-minded citizens
Practical tips for staying grounded while engaging in transformative civic work

Christopher Life's unique perspective bridges the gap between spiritual growth and political engagement, offering listeners a fresh and inspiring approach to civic participation. Whether you're politically active or feeling disillusioned with the current system, this episode provides valuable insights on how to engage with politics in a way that aligns with your deepest values and contributes to meaningful change. Don't miss this opportunity to explore a spiritual approach to politics and learn how you can be part of driving massive upgrades to democracy itself.

Connect with Christopher::

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-life-06842b19a

Attend the Independent National Convention: www.INC24.us

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this illuminating episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana and his friend Alex dive deep into the transformative power of awareness. They explore how cultivating awareness serves as a potent medicine for personal growth, healing, and unlocking our full potential. Raj shares his passionate belief that society has forgotten its roots and power, and discusses how awareness can reconnect us to our innate wisdom. This conversation spans from personal anecdotes to profound insights, offering listeners a roadmap to living a more authentic, impactful life through the practice of awareness.

Key takeaways:

• Awareness is a lifelong tool that, once unlocked, continues to compound and grow

• The journey to awareness often requires courage to face uncomfortable truths

• Increased awareness naturally leads to more compassion, connection, and impact in all areas of life

• Awakening to our full selves is not about reaching a destination, but about engaging in an infinite game of expansion

• Community and belonging play a crucial role in supporting our journey of awareness

• The more aware we become, the more resilient and adaptable we are to life's challenges

• Awareness is not about achieving enlightenment, but about accessing our infinite potential

• Creating a lifestyle of awareness naturally leads to alignment and fulfillment

This episode is a heartfelt invitation to remember the power that resides within each of us. Raj and Alex offer valuable insights and practical wisdom for anyone seeking to deepen their self-understanding and live a more conscious life. Whether you're just starting your journey of self-discovery or you're well along the path, this conversation provides fresh perspectives and inspiring ideas to fuel your growth. Tune in to take the first step towards unlocking the fullness of who you are and the life you're meant to live.

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this illuminating episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana sits down with Natalie Adele, a devoted Kundalini practitioner and feminine awakening guide. Natalie shares her profound insights on the power of slow living, sacred rituals, and the transformative journey of embracing one's feminine essence. With years of experience in Kundalini yoga and guiding women through deep, intentional work, Natalie offers a unique perspective on how to navigate the path of feminine awakening in our fast-paced world.

Key takeaways:

• The importance of slowing down and creating space for silence in our daily lives

• How Kundalini yoga can ignite inner light and facilitate personal transformation

• The value of cultivating a consistent daily practice or "sadhana"

• Embracing the non-linear, mysterious nature of the feminine path

• The courage required to witness oneself and be seen authentically by others

• The power of living life as a prayer and finding beauty in all experiences

• How to create energetic sovereignty and inner safety as a foundation for growth

• The transformative potential of gratitude as a spiritual practice

• The importance of embodiment and sensuality in the feminine awakening journey

• How embracing both joy and grief can lead to a more fulfilling life

This episode serves as a gentle yet powerful reminder of the magic that unfolds when we slow down and tune into our innate wisdom. Natalie's soulful approach to life and her dedication to guiding women back to their essence is truly inspiring. Whether you're just beginning your journey of self-discovery or are looking to deepen your existing practice, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical tools for embracing your feminine power. Tune in to discover how you can transform your daily life into a sacred ritual and awaken to the beauty that surrounds you.

Connect with Natalie:

Book a Mentorship Session with Natalie: https://calendly.com/natalie-adele/return

Instagram: @thenatalieadele

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SatNamSociety

Get your free Sadhana: Cultivating A Daily Practice e-book: https://mailchi.mp/6ef57916ff88/sadhanaguide

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this profound episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana engages in a deep and enlightening conversation with Dr Alec Verkuilen Brogan, the founder of Geometry of Grace. Together, they explore the intricacies of developing a sustainable spiritual practice that aligns with one's unique nature and the universal rhythms of existence. This discussion delves into the importance of daily sadhana, the illusion of separateness, and the somatic nature of spiritual evolution.

Key Takeaways:

The importance of honoring one's unique geometry and nature in spiritual practice
Understanding the illusion of birth and death, and our true nature as infinite beings
The role of energy and consciousness in sustaining spiritual growth
The significance of releasing grasping and embracing the present moment
How to source energy from silence and stillness rather than finite resources
The somatic nature of spiritual awakening and the importance of embodied practices
The danger of mistaking initial awakening experiences for complete enlightenment
The value of sustained practice and patience in spiritual evolution
The role of mantra and sound in connecting with divinity
The importance of integrity and devotion in maintaining a spiritual practice

This episode serves as a powerful reminder that true spiritual growth is not a destination, but a continuous journey of remembering our divine nature. Alec's insights offer a fresh perspective on how to cultivate a spiritual practice that is both profound and sustainable, challenging listeners to look beyond cultural conditioning and tap into the infinite potential within. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just beginning your spiritual journey, this conversation provides valuable guidance on how to align with your true nature and the universal rhythms of existence. Tune in to discover how you can deepen your connection to the divine and live a more awakened life.

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

Mantra sadhana

Agrahana

Classical Tantra

Human Design

Vedic astrology (Jyotish)

Western astrology

Meditation

Connect with Alec:

Email contact: geometryofgrace@gmail.com

Instagram: @geometryofgrace

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this captivating episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana sits down with Adam Roa, a renowned artist, entrepreneur, and spiritual seeker. Together, they explore the profound power of surrender and how it can lead to unexpected magic in our lives. Adam shares his journey of personal growth, creativity, and entrepreneurship, offering valuable insights on how embracing the unknown can unlock our true potential and lead to a more fulfilling life.

Key takeaways:

• Surrender is a powerful tool for personal growth and can lead to magical, unplanned experiences

• Creativity is the process of recognizing and forming new patterns, which expands our consciousness

• Balancing the inner artist and inner entrepreneur is crucial for holistic success

• Transforming pain into art can be a powerful healing tool and a way to process difficult emotions

• Courage is not the absence of fear, but taking action despite it

• Creating space for creativity and intuition is essential in our fast-paced world

• Gratitude plays a significant role in the creative process and personal growth

• Vulnerability is the gateway to genuine connection with others

• Daily practices, such as prayer, can help ground us and remind us we're not alone

This episode serves as an inspiring reminder that surrendering to life's flow can lead to extraordinary opportunities and personal transformation. Adam Roa's journey from struggling artist to successful entrepreneur and spiritual guide demonstrates the power of embracing uncertainty and trusting in the process. Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, or simply someone seeking more meaning and fulfillment in life, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical wisdom to help you find the magic in surrender and unlock your true potential.

Connect with Adam:

Adam’s new course “The Artistic Entrepreneur”: https://ae.adamroa.com/

Instagram: @adam.roa

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this intimate and thought-provoking episode of Stay Grounded, Raj shares his personal journey of stepping into new love and leadership. Joined by his friend Alex, Raj vulnerably explores the challenges, fears, and growth opportunities that arose during a month filled with significant life changes. From navigating the complexities of a new relationship to embracing his role as a visionary leader, Raj offers profound insights into the nature of personal transformation and authentic living.

Key Takeaways:

Stepping into new love requires courage, vulnerability, and a willingness to lean into discomfort and uncertainty.
Leadership demands a commitment to personal growth, self-awareness, and aligning one's actions with their deepest values and truths.
Trusting in the divine plan and surrendering to the unknown can lead to greater fulfillment and joy than trying to control life's outcomes.
Surrounding yourself with supportive individuals who see and nurture your highest potential is essential when navigating life's challenges and opportunities.
Cultivating a daily practice of meditation, prayer, and ritual can help you stay grounded, connected to your truth, and open to receiving divine guidance.
Prioritizing physical health and well-being is crucial for accessing the clarity, energy, and resilience needed to navigate personal and professional growth.

This episode serves as a powerful reminder that growth and transformation often require us to step outside our comfort zones and embrace the unknown. Through his candid and insightful reflections, Raj invites listeners to examine their own lives and the choices they make in each moment. Whether you're navigating new love, stepping into a leadership role, or simply seeking to live more authentically, this episode will inspire you to trust your own unique path and find the courage to lean into the discomfort that often precedes our greatest breakthroughs. Tune in to discover how you, too, can cultivate a life of purpose, presence, and profound personal growth.

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this transformative episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana and his mentee Alex delve into the heart of what it means to hold space for others and the profound impact it can have on our relationships and personal growth. They explore the idea that holding space is an act of courage, requiring us to be fully present with another person's experience without trying to fix or change it. Raj and Alex discuss how learning to hold space for ourselves is the foundation for developing the capacity to be a compassionate presence for others.

Key Takeaways:

Building the courage to be present involves learning to witness others with love and empathy, without succumbing to the urge to fix or advise.
Holding space is a skill that can be learned and practiced, and it begins with doing the inner work to become more aware of our own emotions and triggers.
Being part of a community where people practice holding space for each other is essential for growth and learning.
Emotional awareness, vulnerability, and empathy are key components of effective space holding.
The ability to hold space has a ripple effect, creating a more compassionate and connected world.

This episode is a powerful invitation to embrace the transformative potential of presence and the courage it takes to show up fully for others. By learning to hold space, we not only deepen our relationships and support others in their growth, but we also embark on a profound journey of personal transformation. Raj and Alex remind us that the capacity to be present is a gift we can cultivate within ourselves and offer to the world, one moment at a time.

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

Liber8: https://liber8.health/

Emotional Lab Report: A personalized report that helps you see the roots of your emotional patterns and triggers. The process of getting an Emotional Lab Report includes you experiencing an emotional mapping session where participants have space held for them, allowing them to process their emotions and experiences without judgment.

SAFE Space Training: A training offered by Liber8 that provides a container for participants to practice holding space and learn the necessary skills in a supportive environment.

Trigger Log: A tool used in the Liber8 process where other people serve as mirrors, helping participants learn more about themselves.

Precision Emotional Healing program: Liber8’s 3-month program teaches skills such as emotional awareness, vulnerability, and emotional intelligence, which are essential for holding space effectively for yourself and others.

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

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In this captivating episode of Stay Grounded, Raj Jana speaks with Mia Lux, a oneironaut and recovering lawyer who has dedicated the last 7+ years to mastering the art of lucid dreaming. With extensive training in both modern psychological and neurological approaches, as well as the Tibetan Buddhist lineage, Mia shares her expertise in teaching practical and effective methods for meaningful lucid dream practice. What began as a personal quest to overcome her crippling fear of death has evolved into a powerful pathway for Mia's own psychological integration and spiritual development, and she now guides others on this transformative journey.

Key takeaways:

Lucid dreaming is a powerful tool for psychological integration, healing, and personal growth, allowing practitioners to confront their fears and shadows within the dream space.
The unconscious mind is highly intelligent and creative, offering personalized guidance and insights through dream symbolism and interactions.
Tibetan Buddhists view lucid dreaming as a practice for preparing for death, recognizing the dream state as a reflection of the dying process.
Cultivating a healthy relationship with death can lead to a more authentic and purposeful life, as it helps individuals prioritize what truly matters.
The fear of death is often rooted in a deeper fear of non-existence and the dissolution of the ego, which can be confronted through lucid dreaming and other spiritual practices.

This episode serves as an invitation to explore the vast potential of lucid dreaming as a path to self-discovery, healing, and spiritual growth. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to the concept, Mia's insights and expertise will inspire you to approach your dreams with a newfound sense of curiosity and reverence. By embracing the wisdom of the unconscious mind and confronting the shadows within, lucid dreaming offers a profound opportunity to deepen your understanding of yourself and the nature of reality.

Connect with Mia:

Instagram: https://linktr.ee/mymialux

https://nightclub.andrewholecek.com/

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this deeply insightful episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj engages in a powerful conversation with his friend Lindsay Sukornyk about the transformative nature of unconditional love and acceptance. Together, they explore the challenges and rewards of learning to love others exactly as they are, without needing them to change or conform to our expectations. Through their honest and vulnerable sharing, Raj and Lindsay invite listeners to embrace the journey of releasing attachment and cultivating true compassion.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding that everyone is on their own unique path and timeline of growth, and learning to celebrate their journey without judgment or expectation
Recognizing that our desire for others to change often stems from our own unhealed wounds or unmet needs, and taking responsibility for our own inner work
Cultivating the ability to hold space for others with compassion and understanding, even when their actions or beliefs differ from our own
Practicing radical acceptance and learning to find the beauty and perfection in each person's journey, trusting that they are exactly where they need to be
Letting go of the need to control or fix others, and instead focusing on embodying our own truth and leading by example

This episode serves as a powerful reminder that true love and acceptance begins with ourselves. By learning to embrace our own journey and release the need for others to change, we open ourselves up to a world of deeper connection, compassion, and understanding. Whether you're navigating challenges in your relationships or simply seeking to cultivate greater peace and acceptance in your life, this conversation will inspire you to lead with love and trust in the unfolding of each person's unique path.

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

Book “Conversations with God” by Neale Donald Walsch
Maslow's hierarchy of needs
The law of attraction

Connect with Lindsay:

Instagram: @lindsayalive

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this captivating episode, Raj Jana shares his profound insights on the art of leading from the heart. Drawing from his personal experiences and deep wisdom, Raj explores the transformative power of heart-centered leadership and how it can create a lasting impact on our lives, our relationships, and the world around us. Join us as we uncover the key principles and practices that enable us to lead from a place of authenticity, compassion, and service.

Key Takeaways:

Leading from the heart involves serving a higher purpose and empowering others to step into their greatness.
Heart-centered leadership requires vulnerability, courage, and the willingness to lead by example.
Self-awareness and inner work are essential in developing the capacity to lead from the heart.
When we lead from the heart, we create a ripple effect that inspires others to do the same, leading to positive change in the world.
Trusting in our intuition and a higher power can guide us in our journey of heart-centered leadership.

Raj's wisdom and experiences serve as a powerful invitation to embrace the transformative potential of leading from the heart. By cultivating self-awareness, authenticity, and a deep connection to our purpose, we can become the leaders our world needs. Tune in to this inspiring episode to learn how you can embark on your own journey of leading from the heart, and witness the profound impact it can have on your life and the lives of those around you. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and empowered to lead from a place of truth, compassion, and service.

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this profound and soul-stirring episode of Stay Grounded, Raj engages in a captivating conversation with renowned speaker, artist, writer Tricia Eastman. Tricia Eastman, a lineage-honoring medicine woman and founder of nonprofit Ancestral Heart, bridges worlds rooted in her mestiza ancestry with profound insights from a decade of Bwiti initiations and training. Together, they delve into the realms of indigenous wisdom, initiation, and the alchemical process of transformation. Tricia shares her personal journey of reconnecting with her ancestral roots and the powerful experiences that have shaped her path as a facilitator of healing and awakening. Through their dialogue, Raj and Tricia uncover the deep significance of embracing our shadows, listening to the wisdom of the Earth, and cultivating a daily practice to stay grounded amidst the challenges of modern life.

Key Takeaways:

Importance of reconnecting with our ancestral wisdom and the intelligence of nature in the process of healing and spiritual growth.
The Earth as a teacher, offering transmissions and lessons through the unique qualities of different places and the elements present in those environments.
The process of alchemy, turning the negredo (shadow) into gold (life force energy) requires facing our fears and leaning into initiatory experiences.
Indigenous elders, such as the Kogi Mamos, offer urgent warnings about the state of our planet and the need for humanity to become better stewards of the Earth.

This episode is a clarion call for listeners to embrace the path of initiation and transformation, both for personal growth and for the healing of our planet. Tricia's wisdom and experiences serve as a reminder that by reconnecting with our ancestral roots, listening to the wisdom of the Earth, and facing our shadows, we can alchemize our challenges into fuel for our soul's purpose. Whether you are drawn to indigenous traditions, psychedelics, or simply the quest for a more grounded and awakened life, this conversation will inspire you to dive deeper into the mystery of your own being and the interconnectedness of all life.

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

Tricia’s new book “Seeding Consciousness", here’s a link to pre-order: https://bookshop.org/p/books/seeding-consciousness-plant-medicine-ancestral-wisdom-and-psychedelic-initiation-tricia-eastman/21003064?aid=93133&ean=9781591435334&listref=seeding-consciousness-plant-medicine-ancestral-wisdom-and-psychedelic-initiation&

Connect with Tricia:

Instagram: @psychedelicjourneys

Connect with Raj:

Instagram: @raj_jana

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In this deeply inspiring episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana sits down with Alison Gannett, a former extreme skier turned cancer thriver, to explore her remarkable journey of healing and self-discovery. With raw honesty and heartfelt wisdom, Alison shares how she navigated the challenges of multiple brain tumors, and how her battle with cancer became an unexpected catalyst for deep emotional healing and transformation. Through her story, Alison offers a powerful reminder that true healing begins from the inside out, and that our greatest challenges can often be our greatest teachers.

Key Takeaways:

The importance of listening to your body's wisdom and embracing cancer as a messenger rather than an enemy
How childhood trauma and unresolved emotions can manifest as physical illness, and the power of addressing the root causes of dis-ease
The transformative impact of embodiment practices, such as meditation and breathwork, in facilitating deep healing and inner peace
The role of community and supportive relationships in navigating the ups and downs of the healing journey
The liberating power of allowing difficult emotions and experiences, rather than trying to fix or push them away

Alison's journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the incredible capacity we all have for healing and growth. Her story will inspire you to approach life's challenges with curiosity, compassion, and a willingness to embrace the full spectrum of human experience.

If you're ready to embark on your own journey of emotional healing and self-discovery, we invite you to explore Liber8's 3-month programs. These immersive experiences are designed to help you uncover and transform the root causes of emotional pain, so you can live with greater freedom, authenticity, and joy. With the support of a loving community and expert guidance, you'll develop the tools and insights you need to navigate life's ups and downs with grace and resilience. To learn more and join us on this transformative journey, visit liber8.health today.

Tools/resources mention in this episode:

Book "Hold Me Tight", Dr. Sue Johnson - Attachment Theory

The Luminous Awareness Institute

The concept of "Mandalas" in group healing

Connect with Raj:

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

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In this deeply introspective episode of Stay Grounded, Raj Jana shares his powerful reflections on the transformative month of March. From healing generational trauma and rage to accessing new levels of authenticity and leadership, Raj takes us on a journey of self-discovery, vulnerability, and growth. Through his candid and heartfelt sharing, Raj invites us to explore the depths of our own shadows, the power of surrendering to a higher intelligence, and the immense rewards of doing the inner work.

Key Takeaways:

The impact of doing deep shadow work on our relationships with family, intimate partners, and team members
The importance of processing unexpressed rage and anger in a safe community setting to prevent destructive patterns
The power of devotional living - optimizing for truth and love in every moment and interaction
Navigating the dance between fighting for what we want and letting go when it's time to surrender
The profound shifts that occur when we commit to a path of self-awareness, healing, and personal growth

Through his own remarkable journey - from healing his relationship with his father to stepping into a new level of leadership and service - Raj reminds us that the path of awakening is not always easy, but it is infinitely rewarding. He encourages us to trust in the unfolding of our own unique journey, to lean into the discomfort of growth, and to remember that we are never alone in our healing.

If you're feeling called to dive deeper into your own self-discovery journey, to break free from limiting patterns, and to create a life of greater alignment and authenticity, this episode will provide you with the inspiration and tools you need. Enjoy!

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

Primal scream
Ecstatic dance
Books on Masculinity:
"King, Warrior, Magician, Lover," by Robert L. Moore, Douglas Gillette
"The Way of the Superior Man," by David Deida
"The Masculine in Relationship" by GS Youngblood

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this captivating episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana sits down with the remarkable Stephen Brooks, an ethnobotanist, permaculture teacher, passionate speaker and educator, and founder of thriving ecological communities Punta Mona, La Ecovilla, Tacotal and Alegria Village. He is also a co-founder of Envision Festival, an educational and conscious celebration in Costa Rica. A self trained ethnobotanist, specialist in exotic fruit trees and permaculture education, Stephen has taught over 40 Permaculture Design Courses in Costa Rica, Mexico, Guatemala and the US and last year he co-founded Ecoversity which is teaching permaculture and other Earth skills online. In this conversation Stephen shares his profound insights on the incredible partnership between humans and plants, the importance of reconnecting with nature, and the transformative power of devotional living. With his infectious enthusiasm and deep reverence for the natural world, Stephen invites us to rediscover the beauty, wisdom, and healing potential that exists all around us.

Key Takeaways:

The incredible unconditional love and support that plants offer us, even as we often fail to reciprocate that love and care
The importance of reconnecting with our food, spending time in nature, and cultivating a sense of gratitude and presence in our daily lives
The principles of permaculture and herbalism, and how they can empower us to become our own healers and live more sustainably
The power of devotional living - respecting and revering the divinity within ourselves, each other, and the natural world
The joy and wonder that comes from cultivating a deep relationship with plants, and sharing that love and knowledge with others

If you're feeling called to reconnect with the wisdom of nature and to explore the profound healing potential of plants, this episode is a must-listen. Stephen's passion and expertise will inspire you to look at the world around you with new eyes, and to cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and partnership with the incredible beings that share our planet.

If you’re interested in taking your mastery of plants to a whole new level, check out Ecoversity's new online herbalism course, where you'll learn from some of the most renowned herbalists in the world and gain the skills and knowledge you need to become your own healer.

Connect with Stephen:

Instagram: @stephenrbrooks @ecoversity @alegriavillage

To enroll to the Ecoversity course use this link https://www.entv2trk.com/88CX5K/2CTPL/ and apply the code SGPOD to get a 10% discount off the regular course pricing.

Connect with Raj:

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

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In this deeply insightful episode of Stay Grounded, Raj sits down with the remarkable Anna-Lisa Adelberg, a teacher, guide, and co-founder of the Luminous Awareness Institute that offers students an awakening and healing path synthesized from Tibetan Buddhism, developmental psychology, neurophysiology, and subtle energy. With over 30 years of experience in supporting individuals on their paths of healing and awakening, Anna-Lisa shares her wisdom on the power of relational healing, the importance of belonging, and the transformative potential of integrating the masculine and feminine energies within us. Through their heartfelt conversation, Raj and Anna-Lisa explore the inner workings of the mind, the impact of early childhood experiences, and the role of community in accelerating our growth and evolution.

Key Takeaways:

The power of being seen, recognized, and validated in our wholeness, both as our infinite divine nature and as our unique human expression
Understanding the biological imperative of attachment and the impact of early childhood experiences on our adult relationships
The importance of healing in community and how we can become "medicine" for each other in a group setting
Navigating the balance between the masculine qualities of structure, direction, and leadership, and the feminine qualities of unconditional love, emotional attunement, and intuitive wisdom
The role of self-awareness in disidentifying from our conditioned patterns and connecting to our true essence as an infinite source of intelligence and love

Through their discussion, Raj and Anna-Lisa remind us of the power of surrendering to a greater intelligence, one that is always guiding us towards healing, wholeness, and true fulfillment. They invite us to embrace both the light and shadow aspects of our being, and to find the courage to show up authentically in our relationships and communities.

Whether you're just starting out on your healing journey or you're a seasoned seeker looking to deepen your practice, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready to be inspired, uplifted, and reminded of your own innate wisdom and capacity for transformation. Tune in now and join the conversation!

Books mentioned in this episode: "Hold Me Tight", Dr. Sue Johnson - Attachment Theory

Connect with Anna-Lisa:

The Luminous Awareness Institute: https://www.luminousawareness.com/

Instagram: @luminous_awareness_institute

Connect with Raj:

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this heartfelt and introspective episode of the Stay Grounded podcast, Raj sits down with his close friend Mike Clark for a deep dive into personal growth, emotional healing, and the journey of self-discovery. Their conversation takes a profound turn as they delve into the topic of generational trauma and the ways in which we can break free from painful cycles to create a better future for ourselves and those we love. As a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist who has dedicated himself to deep transformation work the past few years, Mike shares his own journey of healing and growth, offering insights and strategies that will resonate with anyone seeking to live a more authentic, fulfilling life.

Key Takeaways:

Recognizing the impact of our parents' struggles and the ways in which trauma can be passed down through generations
The power of vulnerability and surrender in the healing process
Redefining success and fulfillment through the lens of "return on energy"
The importance of servant leadership and leading with humility and heart
Cultivating daily practices like gratitude, prayer, and grounding to stay centered and connected to our authentic selves
Embracing experimentation and shaking up fixed identities as a path to growth and self-discovery
The transformative power of connecting to the divine feminine and the mother love of God

Through their open and honest dialogue, Raj and Mike offer a roadmap for anyone seeking to break free from the patterns of the past and create a life of greater purpose, connection, and joy. Their insights and experiences serve as a reminder that we are all on a unique journey of growth and self-discovery, and that embracing the ups and downs of life with an open heart and mind can lead to profound transformation. Tune in to this episode of Stay Grounded to be inspired, uplifted, and motivated to continue exploring the depths of your own being.

Connect with Mike:

https://muse.io/clark

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this profoundly insightful episode, Dr. Nasha Winters shares her powerful journey from terminal cancer patient to vibrant thriver. With over three decades of experience supporting thousands of cancer patients, Dr. Winters offers a unique perspective on the transformation of identity and mindset that lies at the heart of true healing.

Join this intimate conversation to discover:

Why Dr. Winters initially hid her diagnosis for 21 years - and the turning point that shifted everything
The danger of over-identifying with the "cancer patient" role and how it can hinder healing
How to reframe cancer from an adversary to a teacher and ally
The critical difference between "fighting" cancer and understanding it
Why self-love, vulnerability and emotional healing are key to physical recovery

With raw honesty and hard-won wisdom, Dr. Winters illuminates the path from victimhood to empowerment. She shares how facing her deepest shame and fears freed her to find resilience, hope and a profound sense of purpose beyond mere survival.

If you or a loved one are facing cancer, this episode will inspire you to transcend limiting labels, harness your innate healing capacity and reclaim your wholeness. Let Dr. Winters guide you to embrace life fully once again - not as a patient, but as the authority of your own experience. Tune in to unlock the mindset and identity shifts that make thriving possible.

Join Liber8’s 3-Month Precision Emotional Healing for Cancer Group Program:: www.liber8.health/cancer - Use SG10 for a 10 percent discount!

Tools and resources mentioned in this episode:

"The Metabolic Approach to Cancer" by Dr. Nasha Winters
"Anti-Cancer Lifestyle" by Dr. David Servan-Schreiber
"Not the Last Goodbye" by Dr. David Servan-Schreiber
Precision Emotional Healing for Cancer
Online cancer support group Inspire

Connect with Dr. Nasha:

Website: https://www.drnasha.com/

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Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

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In February’s reflection episode of Stay Grounded, Raj vulnerably shares his journey of breaking free from unconscious coping mechanisms and conditioned behavior patterns that were disconnecting him from his authentic needs and desires - particularly in the realm of relationships.

Discover in this episode:

How childhood wounding and unmet needs fuel adult behaviors of self-abandonment
The vital importance of spaces where men and women can vulnerably share without judgment
The power of "rooting down" and cultivating intimacy with all our parts, especially hurt inner children
Why fully feeling challenging emotions is the gateway to genuine behavior change
How to cultivate shame-free self-awareness and break free from compulsive patterns

If you've ever struggled to break a self-defeating habit or release an addiction, this episode offers inspiration to compassionately unwind the roots of these patterns. With candid stories and hard-won insights, Raj illuminates why self-abandonment and unprocessed trauma fuel unconscious behaviors - and how radical self-love and courageous truth-telling create new possibilities.

Raj's words will remind you that you are not alone. Let this conversation inspire you to courageously speak your own unspoken stories, reach out for support, and take daily steps toward embracing all parts of yourself. Witness how the simple act of naming the shame serves to dissolve its power. Tune in to begin dismantling the barriers to your fullest, most vibrant embodied life.

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this illuminating Stay Grounded episode, Raj is joined by Alex, one of his mentees, for a vulnerable exploration of learning to trust our inner voice amidst life's uncertainties. Through personal stories and hard-won wisdom, they uncover why prioritizing this innate intuitive guidance system is the key to emotional liberation and making aligned choices.

Join this conversation to discover:

Why we ignore our intuition and how this leads to more suffering
The power of "zooming out" and accessing your inner witness
How to hold space for all your parts and build self-trust
Why addressing root emotional wounds rewires unhelpful patterns for good
The importance of supportive community along the healing journey

If you've ever struggled to decipher your inner knowing from fear, people-pleasing or old conditioning, this episode will empower you with the awareness to choose yourself anyway. Raj and Alex get radically honest about their own battles, learning to honor their truth - and provide a practical roadmap for courageously following your own inner compass.

Tune in to (re)connect deeply with your authentic self and confidently navigate the path that's truly right for you.

Time stamps:

[00:00:00] Introduction and catching up

[00:02:23] The importance of zooming out and having awareness

[00:04:12] Raj's process for dealing with obstacles and roadblocks

[00:07:45] The importance of listening to your inner voice

[00:10:00] Ignoring the whispers until life throws you a bus

[00:13:18] Raj's messy process of waking up and listening to his inner voice

[00:16:34] Connecting to your infinite self/higher self/authentic self

[00:17:31] Alex's first experience feeling grounded and present

[00:19:47] Raj's experience at Vipassana and letting go of control

[00:22:21] Holding space for all parts of yourself - the witness

[00:24:47] Alex's biggest unlocks from the Liberate mapping process

[00:27:41] Going to the root cause to experience lasting shifts

[00:30:03] People's fear of unlocking their power and responsibility

[00:32:49] What daily awareness practices look like for Raj

[00:36:35] Wrap-up

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this mini episode, Raj explores the desire to cope with the discomfort of an emotion versus versus rooting down into their depths, how the mind tricks us into busyness to avoid feeling, and why we may fear fully stepping into our power and potential.

Stay Grounded Shorts are real-time contemplations from Raj’s day-to-day life, transformed into bite-sized nuggets for you to explore on your own path. Enjoy!

Connect with Raj:

Website: www.rajjana.com/

Instagram:@raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this episode, Raj speaks with Sarah Spears about her journey of healing from an eating disorder using emotional release techniques. With over a decade of experience as a licensed therapist, eating psychology coach, EFT practitioner, and certified reiki master, Sarah intimately understands the mind-body connection and has leveraged her journey of recovering from an eating disorder into a passion for helping others achieve freedom from their pain.

A few things they discuss:

How tapping into long-buried emotions finally enabled Sarah to break free from years of secret bulimia after failed attempts to control her compulsions.
Why we emotionally eat and abuse substances - the childhood origins of losing touch with our feelings.
The unexpected mental, physical and spiritual shifts Sarah began experiencing when she found the courage to express anger for the first time.
How fully feeling rather than feeding our feelings opens conduits to self-trust, embodiment and unconditional self-love.
Where mindfulness reaches its limit - and how Sarah accessed radical new dimensions of joy and creativity by connecting to her Highest Self.

Sarah guides people to break free from the food addiction cycle by discovering the emotional roots perpetuating their issues and developing skills to healthfully feel, express and release pent up energies for good. This episode offers an integrative approach addressing mind, body and spirit simultaneously so we can transform our inner worlds and outward habits for lasting change.

Connect with Sarah:

Website: https://sarahspeers.com/

Email: info@sarahspeers.com

Podcast: https://the-empowered-eating-living-podcast.simplecast.com/

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this mini episode Raj shares powerful insights on the spiritual practice of letting go - from being forced versus choosing to surrender, to examining what parts of ourselves resist change.

This episode offers perspective on why we cling to people and situations that no longer serve us, as well as how making the choice to release resistance plants the seeds for profound happiness.

Stay Grounded Shorts are real-time contemplations from Raj’s day-to-day life, transformed into bite-sized nuggets for you to explore on your own path. Enjoy!

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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On this week’s episode, Raj speaks with transformation coach Alyeria Faith about how we can learn to trust our body's innate wisdom when it comes to healing from emotional wounds and trauma.

Alyeria shares her powerful personal journey of moving through childhood attachment wounds and freeing herself from the binds of past pain. She beautifully articulates how when we can meet our challenging emotions with non-judgment and compassion, we allow space for repressed energy and trauma to move through us, bringing heightened alignment and expansion.

Tune into this soul-stirring conversation to discover:

Why emotions are not obstacles, but gateways waiting to reveal truths about ourselves in their own unique language.
Practices like prayer and conscious "pausing" that help rupture the illusion of limitation created by our survival-based minds.
The incredible difference between healing from a space of lack versus one of empowered wholeness.
Simple but profound tools to help anchor in presence, cultivate courage, expand inner freedom.

If you find yourself constantly struggling upstream against feelings you just can't shake or pain that continues its haunting echoes through relationships and daily life, this is an absolutely essential listen. Let Alyeria be your guide to finally coming home in yourself - body, mind and soul.

Time stamps:

0:00 - Intro

10:00 - Faith and knowing

13:58 - How much of your soul do you think you’re living from?

26:00 - Knowing you’re safe in your experience

31:00 - Developing the courage to surrender

38:00 - Moving into expansion

47:00 - How to find Alyeria

Connect with Alyeria:

Email: alyeriafaith@gmail.com

Instagram: @alyeriafaith

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Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this mini episode, Raj gets real about his own inner "gremlin" - that voice of self-doubt and unworthiness. Rather than feeling like a victim to his self-criticism, Raj has found freedom in integrating these parts of himself and responding with compassion.

If you struggle with an inner gremlin holding you back, this conversation will give you hope and practical tools to gain power over that inner voice. Tune in for an empowering 20 minutes.

Stay Grounded Shorts are real-time contemplations from Raj’s day-to-day life, transformed into bite-sized nuggets for you to explore on your own path. Enjoy!

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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We all have parts of ourselves that consciously or unconsciously undermine our own wellbeing and dreams. But what causes this self-sabotaging tendency? Where does that inner voice dismissing our needs come from?

On this month’s reflection episode of Stay Grounded, Raj takes a stab at answering these questions from his own lived experiences. Amidst pivotal healing work and relationship mirrors, Raj gains profound clarity on childhood origins of his own self-abandonment patterns.

Tune in now to learn:

Why our closest relationships often reveal our deepest triggers needing release
The subtle childhood “trauma” that started Raj’s pattern of self-abandonment
The steps Raj is taking to clear himself of unhealthy attachment dynamics
How to reframe disappointments as helpful redirects on your soul's unique path
Why surrendering control is required to experience the life you actually want

Raj offers an inside look at his emotional process - from uprooting energetic parasites from his system to gaining self-awareness around dynamics with loved ones that conditioned him to put the needs of others before his own. If you resonate with feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns of self-abandonment, Raj's story will inspire deeper trust in the artful unfolding of life through a commitment to the inner work.

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this episode, Raj sits down with Brian Johnson who has dedicated over two decades towards studying and integrating ancient wisdom, modern science, and practical tools to help people enhance their potential.

As the Founder & CEO of Heroic Public Benefit Corporation, Brian is committed to helping create a world where 51% of humanity is flourishing by 2051. As a modern philosopher and teacher, Brian has helped millions of people optimize their lives, trained 10,000+ coaches in 100+ countries, and created protocols scientifically demonstrated to drive change.

Tune in to learn:

Hard-won wisdom from ancient philosophy on building empowering identity
Mastering life's "basics" to create the foundation for living aligned to your heroic potential
Steps to override self-doubt and evolutionary programming holding you back
Daily practices to tap into latent abilities towards higher aims
Crafting your own epic narrative fused with symbolic meaning

If you’re looking to actualize more of your potential and lead a life of excellence grounded in ancient wisdom and modern science, don’t miss this inspiring conversation. You’ll come away with practical perspectives and tools to start living your heroic potential.

Tools and resources mentioned in this episode:

Areté: Activate Your Heroic Potential

Heroic (app by Brian's company focused on actualizing potential)

Heroic Coach Certification Program (has trained 10,000+ coaches globally)

Phil Stutz (Brian's coach, featured in documentary "Stutz")

David Allen (author Brian interviewed)

Barbara Fredrickson (scientist researching science of love)

Patrick McKeown (author of "The Oxygen Advantage" on breathwork)

Connect with Brian:

Brian’s book: Heroic.us/arete

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeroicBrian

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroicbrian

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heroicbrian

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this week’s episode of Stay Grounded, Raj interviews a cancer thriver who recently completed Liber8’s Precision Emotional Healing for Cancer program.

If you or someone you love has been impacted by cancer, you know the immense physical, mental, and emotional toll it can take. While essential, standard medical treatments are simply not enough. Angie's story beautifully illustrates how holistically supporting mental and emotional health can profoundly improve quality of life and health outcomes.

In the Precision Emotional Healing for Cancer program, participants like Angie undergo a proprietary mapping process to pinpoint core wounds and hidden stressors that may be sabotaging health and wellbeing. They receive tailored support and practices to process old pain, build self-worth, and move forward with more resilience and joy.

A few things discussed on this episode:

Angie was first diagnosed with a rare blood cancer (hairy cell leukemia) at age 41, then had two additional recurrences. Her cancer journey has been stressful and emotionally difficult.
She intuitively felt stress played a major role and tried various things like meditation and therapy to relieve it, but still felt overwhelmed.
Angie joined Liber8's Precision Emotional Healing for Cancer program after seeing Raj in a video. She intuitively trusted that this program could help support her recovery.
Through the 3 month program, Angie gained profound insight into core wounds and pain points sabotaging her health. We discuss her tailored program for building self-worth, confidence to trust her intuition, and the ability to handle challenges with more ease and humor.

The transformations the Liber8 program facilitates for cancer patients are remarkable - improved labs and scans, healed relationships, enhanced energy, purpose and zest for life. Angie described emerging with greater confidence, intuition, and excitement to pursue her soul's calling of serving others impacted by cancer.

If you found Angie's experience relatable and inspiring, visit www.liber8.health/cancer to learn more about this innovative program and upcoming cohort dates. Investing in emotional healing and empowerment could be one of the most meaningful gifts you give yourself or a loved one on the cancer journey.

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Liber8: www.liber8.health/cancer

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In this thought-provoking discussion, Dan Russell chats with Raj Jana about the discomfort that often arises when we allow ourselves to sit with challenging emotions and triggers. They explore how we can build the "courage muscle" to lean into these difficult spaces on the path to growth and self-discovery.

By sharing vulnerable stories from their journeys, they expose how suppressed trauma, limiting beliefs, and unresolved pain can silently manifest in the body as symptoms like fatigue, skin issues, sexual dysfunction, and poor digestion.

Our guest Dan Russell brings a deep experience in personal development and spiritual discovery to this conversation. As the founder of Hama, a personal growth community offering online and in-person programs focused on enlightenment, Dan has dedicated himself to researching techniques and tools for conscious living. After stepping back from a successful marketing career to embark on his own journey of self-inquiry, he now guides others looking to actualize the best version of themselves.

Key takeaways:

Plant medicines and other modalities can bring unconscious beliefs and traumas to the surface, but the real work happens in how skillfully we integrate these lessons into our daily living.
Sitting with discomfort and leaning into triggered emotional spaces with courage is essential for growth - this builds our "awareness muscle."
Realigning with our deepest principles helps us stay anchored in a state of grace, allowing external triggers to bounce off us.
Cultivating proactive awareness through stillness practices allows us to pause and retain choice over our responses rather than blindly reacting.
The journey of self-inquiry and consciously working on ourselves is a profound gift that serves our life purpose in each passing moment.

This insightful discussion reminds us that integrating our experiences and doing the ongoing work of "becoming" is what enables real and lasting transformation. If you found value in it, share it with a friend you feel might resonate!

Tools/ resources mentioned in this episode:

Liber8 app: https://liber8.health/
Books:
The 4-Hour Workweek
Biology of Belief by Bruce Lipton

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

4:00 - Raj’s story -

10:23 - Growing up religious

13:00 - Our beliefs about health

16:00 - Finding the root of your health problem

23:00 - Being an infinite soul on an endless timeline

26:30 - What is mindfulness?

33:00 - Garbage in garbage out -

41:00 - The skill of sitting in spaciousness

Connect with Dan:

Website:hamasocial.com

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this episode, Raj shares about his experience recently completing a 10-day silent meditation retreat. He discusses the profound lessons and insights he gained.

Key Takeaways:

The difference between "doing" and "being" and how we often use activity and busyness to distract from simply being.
How sitting in stillness and silence forced Raj to confront deeply rooted patterns, beliefs, fears and attachments.
The value of "zooming out" - accessing higher states of consciousness and awareness to witness the egoic mind with compassion.
Letting go of control and moving from a place of trying to "manifest" outcomes to one of allowing and trusting in the perfection of each moment.
Shifting perspective - how our perceptions create our reality. WIDENING one's lens is a spiritual practice.
Aloneness versus loneliness. Learning to find nourishment in solitude.
Why Raj feels integrating more slowing down and stillness will serve his life in 2024.

In a world that glorifies busyness and productivity, creating space for stillness often takes courage, but offers immense rewards. As Raj discovered, when we slow down and cut away external distractions, we open the doorway to greater presence, self-awareness, and alignment with our deeper truth. We come home to who we really are.

If you're feeling the urge to explore more stillness and silence in your own life, whether for 10 minutes or 10 days, this episode offers much food for thought. Raj's experience serves as inspiration to us all on the value of simply "being" amidst life's perpetual motion. Tune into his hard-won insights - it just may change the way you see the world.

Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:

Vipassana meditation

Satsangs (spiritual discourses and Q&A)

Plant medicines/psychedelics

Journaling

Book recommendation: "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor Frankl

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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This week, Raj speaks with internationally renowned coach and speaker Philip McKernan about the courage required to face messy truths and let things die.

As founder of the One Last Talk movement and SoulSet philosophy, Philip has built an impressive career guiding entrepreneurs and leaders to uncover their gifts and live aligned impactful lives. His unique thinking challenges the status quo and brings refreshing dialogues around personal clarity and transition.

Philip's decades of experience empowering teams like the Canadian Olympic squad and The Pentagon as well as individuals across 80 countries gives him deep insight into the human journey. From spearheading an orphanage in Peru to producing films exploring concepts like giving, Philip has walked his talk in awe-inspiring ways.

Show Highlights:

Why avoiding truth takes more energy than facing it
How Philip’s own relationship with “giftedness” has evolved
The importance of letting go of things you love when it’s time
Following intuition even when it sounds crazy
Taking responsibility for the hurt in our lives

Philip challenges us to courageously peer within, embrace uncomfortable truths, and give birth to latent gifts ready for the world—are you prepared for that journey? By listening to this episode, you’ll feel stirred to live more fully from the power of your authentic being.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

6:00 - The Truth Is A Sledgehammer

11:00 - Fear of being seen

17:40 - What does giftedness feel like?

25:40 - The Beauty in falling away.

38:00 - The truth of your authenticity

43:30 - Following your intuitions

51:00 - Getting in touch with Philip

Tools and resources mentioned in this episode:

One Last Talk by Philip McKernan

Connect with Philip:

Philip McKernan's website

Connect with Raj:

Website

Instagram

iTunes

Spotify

YouTube

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You love my monthly reflections, where I share my honest, personal, and practical insights. Now, I am giving you a special gift: my yearly reflection process. This is how I review my past year and prepare for the next one. You'll learn how to close this year with gratitude and intention, and how to create a vision for the new year that aligns with your true self. I will show you the steps and the rituals I use to make this process meaningful and effective. This is your chance to learn from my experience and apply my tools to your own life. Don't miss this opportunity to reflect, grow, and transform.

When I think about my pace of growth, I’m so clear it’s because I’ve cultivated a lifestyle of awareness. This means I intentionally carve out time to reflect on the things that are happening in my life - and how I move through them.

For me, hindsight is a 20/20 vision. Reflection reveals all the lessons and secrets life is teaching me. You can avoid repeating mistakes and integrate discoveries with more ease and grace by pulling them out.

If you’re a regular listener of Stay Grounded, you’ll know I reflect monthly. I reflect on an annual basis too. It’s actually one of my most favorite things I do.

And in this episode, I’m revealing my entire process- step by step. Check it out.

Key topics covered:

Why your annual reflection starts with a month-by-month overview.
Why do we look for the highs and lows - not the wins and losses?
Annual reflection as a game of two halves.
Really learning from ‘mistakes’.
My closure ritual (and why it’s not for the end of the year alone).
My 7 reflection questions.
Finding your theme.
Crafting goals around the way I want to feel - instead of the things I want to attract.
And more…

BONUS! Here’s a list of the reflection questions I ask in the episode:

Who or what would you like to acknowledge?
What would you like to acknowledge about yourself?
What are you ready to let go of or forgive?
What did you love most about 2018?
What do you want more of / what do you want to do differently in 2019?
What would need to happen for you to feel the complete closure of 2018?
What’s next for you RIGHT NOW?

This reflection process is here for you to explore whenever you choose to take some self-awareness time for yourself. It’s perfect for closing out the year, but you can also use this sequence anytime you’re at an ending. I hope you enjoy it!

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this week's special episode of Stay Grounded, we re-release the most popular and downloaded episode of 2023 with Oren Harris, one of the most heart-centered teachers and coaches I know.

In the weeks since its premiere, the interview with coach Oren Harris has continued gaining momentum and impacting lives. It seems the courage and truth-telling it awakens is profoundly needed in this historical moment.

In this special re-release episode, we go deep with Oren Harris on building courage, living authentically, and reaching our potential.

Oren Harris is a mastery coach whose mission is to help others actualize their fullest potential. He does this by showing people how to tap into their unique flow to experience the full expression of their soul’s gifts. He’s on a mission to help others embody a fearless way of living that is aligned with their divine legacy.

What I love most about Oren is how this man LIVES in his heart. He has an infectious energy that transcends the page; it’s palpable in every post he makes on social media. Seriously, you need him in your life.

Key Topics Discussed:

What is divine union?
How fear disrupts the natural state of synchronicity
The release of resistance allows intimacy and vulnerability to fulfill us truly
Cultivating courage within ourselves
Recognizing specific moments of realization within our subconscious
All fear is the fear of feeling
Getting impulses from the infinite intelligence that comes through our hearts
Disrupting the tension below the surface for growth

This episode is a powerful reminder to choose yourself and prioritize your relationship with you as you enter 2024. Tune in and get inspired by this amazing conversation with Oren Harris.

Connect with Oren:

Website: https://www.orenharris.com/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/orenharris/?hl=en

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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In this month's reflection episode of Stay Grounded, Raj explores the themes of self-trust, self-healing, and stepping into your highest potential.

Key insights:

Shift your relationship with uncertainty and mortality. Confronting grief allows you to fearlessly embrace change.
Rejection stems from inner self-abandonment. Heal these wounds to transform outer experiences. Redirect into self-love.
Keep asking if your choices signal trusting the universe's support. This surrender allows life's harmony to flow through you.
Master awareness with ruthless honesty. Name ego/resistance then lean into emotional discomfort. This builds confidence.
Continually uncover your wholeness through inner work. It's an infinite art project of self-discovery and actualization.
Lead with curiosity, not judgment about your past. This leads to growth and rewriting limiting stories.

Raj shares his lessons around standing confidently in faith by shifting his relationship with control, fully grieving losses, healing childhood rejection wounds, and boldly trusting the unfolding of life's plan.

He also speaks candidly about preparing for a 10 day silent meditation retreat with the intention to access assurance and wholeness from within, no matter the external circumstances.

As always, Raj inspires us to bravely step into unknown growth territory in order to uncover the certainty and composure on the other side.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

5:20 - Reflecting on personal growth over the past year

8:40 - Discussing the importance of surrendering and trusting the universe

12:30 - Shifting relationship with mortality and loss

23:36 - Facing rejection and failure as forms of "ego death"

27:11 - Communicating with and understanding the inner child self

33:18 - The role of others in calling out unhelpful mindsets/behaviors

37:06 - Rediscovering the self in midlife

44:42 - Pride in personal growth and evolution

48:38 - Preparing to sit with discomfort and the "nothingness"

49:37 - Removing self from manifestation equation

53:06 - Following life's flow and aliveness

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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This week's guest on Stay Grounded is Ryan Allis, serial entrepreneur, author of the new book "Magic Year," and founder of Hive, a global community of over 3000 purpose-driven leaders and entrepreneurs collaborating to create a better world

Ryan has dedicated his life to finding inner happiness, optimal health, and meaning. After building and selling his first company for $170 million in his twenties, Ryan embarked on a 12-year adventure across 40 countries. On this journey of self-discovery, he explored everything from Burning Man to ayahuasca, vipassana meditation to biohacking.

Out of this exploration emerged Ryan's mission - to empower people to design the life of their dreams and make a positive impact. He distilled his learnings into the principles in his latest book, Magic Year: A Book of Joy. Magic Year promises readers they can transform their lives in just 12 months by following Ryan's guidance across all areas - purpose, goals, habits, relationships, love, sex, money, happiness, health, family, and more.

Key Topics Discussed:

The 3 books Ryan's mom gave him at age 16 that changed his life
Why Ryan wrote his book The Magic Year for his son to read at age 15
The power of playfulness and levity when creating a life you love
Ryan's litmus test for decision-making
The value of suffering in personal growth and awakening
Ryan’s view that the deepest truth of the world is love and we're all singing one song
How the birth of Ryan's son Apollo inspired him to "get his act together"
The magic morning routine that helped Ryan lose 50 pounds in The Magic Year
Reincarnation and the everlasting nature of the soul and spirit

If you're searching for more meaning, joy, and inspiration in your life, don't miss this soul-nourishing conversation with Ryan Allis. Tune into this episode to hear Ryan's uplifting philosophy on aligning your life with your soul's purpose and embracing the cosmic joke through playfulness and love.

Connect with Ryan:

Ryan's online course: http://magicyear.com/

Ryan's new men's group: http://brotherhoodmen.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanallis/?hl=en

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@raj_jana

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In this episode of Stay Grounded, my guest is Amish Shah, a serial entrepreneur, and a passionate producer of a new documentary - The Natural Law - a powerful film that highlights the healing power of Ayurveda.

After crashing and burning out as a serial entrepreneur, he became incredibly ill and battled serious health issues for over a decade. His failure within the conventional medical system led him to India in search for holistic ways of healing, which is where he stumbled into Ayurveda.

Amish studied Ayurveda intensely, met with global experts, and began applying its teachings. He experienced a gentle yet profoundly transformative healing crisis. Finally his symptoms resolved and he felt better than ever - with many friends saying he looked like he was aging backwards.

In this episode, Amish breaks down what Ayurveda is, how to get the most out of this ancient technology, and what could be possible for your health by incorporating a more holistic approach.

Key topics discussed:

• Amish Shah shares his story of how he discovered Ayurveda, the ancient science of life, and how it helped him heal from chronic health issues.

• Amish explains the basics of Ayurveda, such as the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha), the five elements (Ether, Air, Fire, Water, and Earth), and the importance of balance and harmony in the body and mind.

• Amish talks about his documentary film, The Natural Law, which showcases the benefits of Ayurveda for various conditions, such as cancer, thyroid, autism, ADHD, and more.

• Amish reveals his morning ritual that helps him stay grounded and focused every day, which includes gratitude, tongue scraping, oil pulling, massage, exercise, meditation, and breath work.

• Amish discusses the role of community in healing and how he created a platform called Liberate to connect people with holistic practitioners and modalities.

Consider this podcast as “Ayurveda for Dummies.” When I began recording this episode, I knew nothing about Ayurveda and left feeling empowered to take my first steps. I hope this episode empowers you with the information you need to explore its potential in your own life.

Resources and tools mentioned in this podcast:

• The Surrender Experiment by Michael A. Singer

• The Natural Law (Amish Shah's documentary)

• Ayurveda

• Panchakarma (Ayurvedic detox therapy)

• Genetic testing

• Epigenetic testing

Connect with Amish:

Website

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In this episode of Stay Grounded, my dear friend Paul Hutchinson joins me for an in-depth conversation about the path to forgiveness and spiritual freedom.

Paul Hutchinson is a successful entrepreneur, a humanitarian, and a filmmaker. He co-founded Bridge Investment Group Partners, a public company on the NYSE, and produced the film "Sound of Freedom", which tells the true story of a child trafficking rescue mission in Colombia that he was part of. He also founded the Child Liberation Foundation, which has freed over 5,000 children from trafficking in 15 countries. Paul has been honored with many awards, such as the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, the International Medal of Freedom, and the Race Award from Harvard Business School.

Paul shares his incredible story of ego to purpose, from building a multi-billion dollar company to leading covert rescue missions and putting his life on the line to save innocent children. He discusses the power of cultivating unwavering faith and conviction in humanity, even in the darkest places.

Key Topics Covered:

The meaning of true forgiveness and how it differs from conventional ideas of forgiveness
Why forgiving yourself is the first step before you can forgive others
How hurt people often hurt others, but compassion can help break cycles of pain
The importance of unconditional love and seeing the humanity in everyone
Releasing judgment and embracing your own and others' divine nature
The illusion of separation and remembering we are all one
Using "spiritual activism" to create positive change through love not fear
The power of unwavering faith and connection to God/source/higher self
Practical tips for cultivating forgiveness, faith, conviction, and remembrance in daily life
Paul's incredible story of transformation and his mission to liberate trafficked children

In this talk, we uncover how forgiveness is a gift we give ourselves to release resentment and pain, the power of cultivating unconditional love and faith, and how remembering our divine nature allows us to fully forgive ourselves and others.

Connect with Paul:

Website

Liberatechildren.org

Liberatinghumanity.com

Sound of Freedom (Paul Hutchinson Executive Producer)

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Instagram

iTunes

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Practicing Emotional Sobriety

In this monthly reflection episode of Stay Grounded, Raj shares his journey towards “emotional sobriety” and liberating himself from destructive mind patterns. He discusses implementing practices like mindfulness, connecting to his body's wisdom, and aligning with his unique inner "prayer" or purpose. Raj explains how emotional sobriety opened him to profound awareness around his codependent patterns and propensity to self-abandon in relationships. He advocates tuning into nature's frequency and trusting life's flow. Raj believes we are living in a time of profound opportunity and there has never been a more important time to connect deeply with compassion for our fellow neighbor.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro

3:00 - Summarizing October

5:00 - Energy gets trapped in your body

8:30 - Finding an addiction to chaos

11:00 - Practicing emotional sobriety

16:00 - The slow life

25:00 - Being in right relationship with self

31:00 - Different types of safety

38:00 - Awareness and looking

46:00 - Waking up into more love

Connect with Raj:

Website

Instagram

iTunes

Spotify

YouTube

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In this week's episode, we explore the healing power of unconditional love with Executive Life and Business Coach Ryan Matsumori.

With over 10 years of experience as a transformational life coach, Ryan Matsumori has an in-depth understanding of human relationships and personal growth. As a Professional Certified Coach recognized by the International Coaching Federation, Ryan has supported over 500 clients in developing self-love, confidence, and clarity within themselves. Having walked his own journey to embrace vulnerability and listen to his heart after a difficult divorce, Ryan is adept at guiding others to break free of limiting beliefs and conditioning to live a life aligned with their truths.

Some key insights from Ryan:

Unconditional love provides the safety for us to be vulnerable and express all parts of ourselves without fear of judgment. This allows us to be grounded in our most authentic selves.
When we focus on our own self-judgment, we disconnect from both ourselves and others. But being intimate with all aspects of ourselves is crucial for alignment.
The mind often projects limiting beliefs based on past experiences. But the wisdom of the heart can guide us to create a different future aligned with our truths.
Going through intense hardship cracked open Ryan's constructs and allowed him to finally listen to his heart's wisdom. We often need trauma to prompt our awakening.
Simple practices like conscious breathing, shaking, and bounding can regulate our nervous system and bring our bodies into a state of safety and grounding.

This heart-opening discussion is a reminder that love - for ourselves, others, and the universe - is always available if we allow ourselves to access it by breaking free of limiting beliefs. When we trust we are unconditionally loved, we gain the courage to live fully as our truest selves.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro

3:00 - Having Authentic Conversations

7:00 - Learning to be present with ourselves.

10:00 - What Is Self Judgement?

15:00 - Creating safety

24:45 - Out of the head, into the body.

33:00 - Becoming aware of your limiting beliefs

42:00 - Moving into the heart

Connect with Ryan:

Facebook

Connect with Raj:

Website

Instagram

Tools mentioned in this episode:

Brag Book: A simple way to compile all your excellent feedback or the impact you created
Shaking and bouncing for nervous system regulation
Hand on heart, conscious breathing practice
Getting out of head and into body
Exploring the mind, heart, gut perspectives
Unconditional love and presence

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In this episode, we dive deep into redefining masculinity and mental health with John O'Connor.

With over two decades of experience and 10,000 hours logged coaching high-achieving men, John is one of the most qualified individuals I could possibly find to speak on the subject. As a husband, father, and former entrepreneur who got sober 22 years ago, John shares vulnerably about his own journey with alcohol addiction, suicidal ideation, and generational trauma, modeling a new paradigm of masculine strength through emotional openness.

Key topics discussed:

John's process of getting sober over 22 years ago and the tools that helped him create lasting change. We talk about the importance of community support and therapy in working through underlying issues.
How fully embodying our struggles and sitting with discomfort is critical for growth, versus numbing or distracting ourselves. John shares his brilliant "90 day rule" for uncovering what we're masking.
John courageously opens up about past suicidal thoughts, even amidst living a life he loves. We discuss how generational and ancestral trauma can unconsciously manifest. The power of sharing vulnerably to release shame.
Practical somatic tools John uses when difficult emotions arise, like the C.O.R.E. method for non-reactive processing. How allowing our feelings to just be can dissolve their charge over time.
The trap of ego and the discernment around what to share relationally vs. internally process first. How vulnerability invites reciprocity in intimacy.
John's current work hosting men's retreats and how healing journeys invite a new paradigm of masculine emotional expression.
Daily practices, like grounding through tea ceremonies, that keep John feeling centered amidst life's chaos.

This conversation models a new vision of masculine mental health - one of courageous emotional work, inner exploration and interdependence. John demonstrates a grounded strength that comes from sharing vulnerably. His story inspires all of us to bring more truth into the light.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

The Art of Contemplation training

Book: Essential Skills for Extraordinary Living (coming soon)

Core blueprint audiobook (coming soon) Jayson Gaddis - Getting to Zero book

Connect with John:

Website

Instagram

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In this episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana shares the origin story behind his new emotional wellness company Liber8. He opens up about the personal life challenges, mentors, and loss of a dear friend that inspired him to create Liber8 as a comprehensive tool to guide people through the journey of inner transformation.

Raj explains how Liber8 helps identify and heal emotional triggers rooted in past traumas so you can break free from negative thought loops, unhelpful behaviors, and emotional reactivity. Through self-inquiry prompts in the app, connective community support, and personalized recommendations, Liber8 provides a complete roadmap to become your most grounded, resilient self.

Key topics covered:

Raj's awakening journey and the psychedelic experience that forced him to confront his mental blocks
How a conversation with mentor Panache Desai shaped Raj's view of addressing issues from within
The tragic loss of Raj's friend Tristan and realizing the link between self-love, emotional roots and physical health
Finding alignment with this co-founder and a purpose in serving others through emotional liberation
How Liber8 helps map your emotional triggers back to their origins
The science behind reprocessing “condensed emotional experiences” stored in the nervous system
Details of Liber8's personalized emotional lab reports, daily practices and community
The ONE thing you must do to experience lasting connection your divine infinite self
How doing inner work sooner can profoundly improve the quality of your relationships, health and life

Every month, Raj shares his reflection episode with some of his biggest takeaways and insights from the month. Liber8 is his TOOL for transforming his negative emotional triggers into profound insights and learnings that allow him to shape a life he loves and prevent the same situations from happening again.

His intention for recording this episode is to give you a detailed account of HOW you can use Liber8 to experience more peace, clarity, and joy in your life while building the necessary skill sets to BECOME more grounded and emotionally resilient.

We hope you find this episode helpful.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro

2:00 - Liber8’s story - feeling triggers

5:40 - What if you changed what’s within?

8:00 - The trigger is the entry point to the self.

12:15 - Tristan’s Story

16:00 - Working with cancer patients

20:30 - What is a trigger?

26:00 - The Liber8 Process

28:00 - Unprocessed emotion lives in the body.

35:00 - The Liber8 Community

40:00 - The truth is the work that matters most.

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Last week on October 7th, there was a grueling terrorist attack on innocent Jewish people. Since then, there have been heartbreaking levels of carnage happening to innocent Palestinian people.

My heart breaks for humanity. This podcast is not about choosing a side. So much innocent bloodshed. There are no winners in this fight.

And I brought on my dear friend, Mr. Jay P. Newman, to help inspire the courage and give you the tools to do so effectively.

Jay P. Newman is a dear brother of mine, a successful entrepreneur and investor, and a mentor inside of his local Jewish communities. We had this podcast scheduled to record days after the initial Israel attacks and decided to trust the timing of it all and record something incredibly relevant for the times we are in.

Key Topics Discussed:

Why it's difficult yet essential to remain open-hearted in times of conflict
How bearing witness to each other's pain can dissolve barriers
The courage required to hold space for grief and disagreements with empathy
Choosing happiness over "being right" in relationships and world affairs
The power of listening with genuine curiosity about different perspectives
The ultimate goal of recognizing our common bonds despite surface differences
Faith in life's bigger picture as an antidote to getting lost in fear-based narratives & stories
Centering our energy on what unites us rather than divides us as human beings
The inner work and mindfulness needed to tap into empathy amidst outer turmoil
Small acts of humanity that start ripples of peace: how we each play a part
Finding inspiration in leaders who embody compassionate, heart-centered leadership

Sending you all of my love.

Resources mentioned in this episode: Podcast- Investing On Purpose with JP Newman and Ryan Daniel Moran

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September 2023 felt like a final exam to help me really anchor in the principles that I’ve been working to integrate and embody over the last year. I do not say this lightly when I say that this month was one of the most powerful months of transformation I have experienced.

It was a month that included putting myself in situations that had a lot of emotional volatility, which served as an entry point for me to access a spiritual depth that I didn’t know I had access to. Ultimately, this month played a crucial role in helping me shape my definition of what “God” is and what it FEELS like in my body to live in the frequency of divine love as I understand it.

A few topics we discuss:

Discovering the many frequencies of love
Letting go of needing a particular outcome
Redefining masculinity based on inner truth
Trusting uncertainty as a teacher on the path
Finding freedom through feeling everything fully
Expanding capacity for love through vulnerable experiences
Integrating breakthroughs through spiritual practice
And so much more…

This episode is filled with practical tools to help you navigate the complex world of interpersonal relationships and spiritual growth with as much ease and grace as you can.

Sending all of my love.

-Raj

Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro

5:00 - Redefining masculinity

9:45 - What is real love?

13:52 - The evolution of real masculinity

17:30 - We are so disconnected from our life force energy.

22:00 - You are not broken.

25:00 - The pathway to spirituality

31:00 - Owning the problems

34:30 - Integration is the real magic

37:00 - The truth is what’s here and now.

40:00 - The community of Liber8

45:00 - Becoming your most liberated self.

53:00 - We don’t need to build the story

Connect with Raj:

Website

Instagram

iTunes

Spotify

YouTube

If you are on the path of emotional healing and self-discovery and would like to know how Liber8 can support your journey, join the Liber8 Program at www.rajjana.com/liber8.

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In this week's episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana explores the journey of surrender and flow with serial entrepreneur, executive coach, and consciousness explorer Devon Kerns.

With over 25 years in business and over 11,000 hours of experience logged coaching and consulting for political leaders and fortune 500 executives while diving deep into his own spiritual practices, Devon shares his wisdom on releasing attachment, trusting intuitive guidance, and embodying our divine nature.

Key topics include:

Devon's mystical experience at age 15 that set him on the spiritual path
Using the heart's intelligence versus the thinking mind
Recognizing we are receivers, not doers in the flow of life
Releasing control and the need to "try"
Honoring all of life's experiences as part of the divine dance
Integration versus evangelism - respecting each soul's journey
Devon's daily spiritual practice keeps him anchored in presence

Devon offers illuminating perspectives from his own unfolding journey of self-realization. Tune in for profound insights on moving through life with grace and ease instead of struggle.This expansive dialogue provides tools to release attachments, judgments and the need for control.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

4:00 - Devon’s story

9:00 - The experience of the now

19:00 - The sense of impermanence

22:00 - The power of “No Thought”

34:00 - The knowing that you can.

38:00 - How aware can you be in all moments?

46:00 - Surrendering to the gratitude of life.

54:00 - We are already whole.

1:11:00 - What does it mean to stay grounded?

Connect with Devon:

Website

Instagram

Insight Timer

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In this week’s episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana is joined again by Dr. Alec Verkuilen-Brogan, professor of Anatomy at Naropa University. The last episode Raj recorded with Alec was such a hit that he couldn’t wait to bring him back for a follow up.

Dr. Alec takes a multidimensional approach to understanding human potential, integrating chiropractic, Vedic sciences, Jyotish astrology, and Human Design. His fascination with spiritual anatomy and the subtle energies of the body led him to develop ways of supporting grounded awakening and embodiment.

In addition to teaching, Dr. Alec’s journey has been shaped through transformative experiences with plant medicine and guidance from teachers like Sadhguru. He now shares these maps and tools with others to reveal the beauty and uniqueness within each soul.

Key insights include using astrological systems to understand life’s timing, embodying your Human Design for authenticity, allowing initiations to come naturally, and integrating spiritual wisdom into modern life.

In addition to these key insights, Raj and Dr. Alec explore:

Alec’s mystical experience as a teenager that illuminated new dimensions of awareness
How our astrological charts reveal soul purpose and life’s hidden logic
Using Human Design to unlock alignment with our true nature
Leaning into initiations while avoiding forcing or grasping
Embodying spirituality to embrace life more fully
Teaching integrative wisdom traditions as maps to self-realization
Daily spiritual practice as an anchor through all of life’s changes

Dr. Alec offers illuminating perspectives for living with purpose while honoring the soul’s destiny. Tune in for a fascinating glimpse into ancient sciences and grounded spirituality.

Timestamps:

0:48 - Intro / How Alec found himself

13:37 - The awareness of purpose

17:29 - How to have a mentor and still walk your own path

29:41 - The foundations of learning the soul

36:25 - Listen to yourself (it will tell you who you are)

45:14 - How Alec Stays Grounded

These are the links mentioned in the episode:

Website: https://www.geometryofgrace.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geometryofgrace

Email: geometryofgrace@gmail.com

Naropa University: https://www.naropa.edu/

Human Design: https://www.humandesignamerica.com/

Liber8: https://www.rajjana.com/liber8

YouTube: How to Walk As Your Truest Self | Dr. Alec Verkuilen Brogan Part 2

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This week’s amazing guest is Carissa Johnsen.

With a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology and over 7 years experience as an Intuitive, Channel, and Energy Healer, Carissa merges ancient wisdom with modern leadership principles to support high-impact leaders in reaching new levels of wholeness and prosperity by helping them access their deepest spiritual gifts.

In this wide-ranging discussion, Carissa shares:

What spiritual gifts are and how they connect us to unseen realms
Her journey through an intense dark night of the soul to discover her true gifts
Why community support is crucial when abilities first come online
How to listen to the wisdom of your heart and soul
Practices like prayer and presence to stay grounded
How to trust the mysterious unfolding of your path

Carissa offers potent insights into the challenging but rewarding process of a spiritual awakening. We talk in depth about how trauma healing and taking the time to process repressed emotion creates space for your gifts to flourish.

I hope this conversation offers a glimpse into the future of human potential as spiritual abilities awaken on a mass scale.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carissajohnsen/

Website: https://www.carissajohnsen.com/

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

2:45 - What is a spiritual gift?

5:15 - How Spiritual Gifts change the way you live

38:33 - The identity of your true self

44:47 - What is Manifestation

50:04 - How does Carissa Stay Grounded?

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August 2023 marks a powerful milestone for me completing my 100 Days of Raj challenge - where I practiced choosing myself and prioritizing my wellbeing, fully and relentlessly, before prioritizing the needs of anything or anyone else outside of me for 100 days.

What’s resulted is a new way of BEING that is anchored into the sacred geometry of who I am at my core. It’s led to incredible new opportunities, relationships, and experiences that were deeply nourishing to my mind, body, and soul. I have gotten so much better at letting go of my attachments and am accessing infinite levels of flow, ease, and inspiration as a result. I can’t wait to share my biggest takeaways with you.

A few topics we discuss:

How to anchor into the TRUE frequency of you
Using faith and prayer to BECOME grounded
Aligning your sacred geometry to the universal geometry
Access higher states of consciousness through contrast
The power of saying no to what you don’t want
Liberating yourself from limiting beliefs and stories
Accessing infinite levels of flow by playing the infinite game
Building the skill set of “repair” in relationships
Powerful lessons from 100 days of choosing myself

This month’s reflection highlights the incredible experience of LIFE that is possible when you commit to consistently doing your inner work. I hope the episode inspires you to continue looking within, especially when it’s difficult to do so, and commit to your own path of liberation.

These are the links mentioned in the episode:

Liber8

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This week's very special guest is my brother Dr. Alec Verkuilen-Brogan.

Dr. Alec is a professor of spiritual anatomy at Naropa University in Boulder, CO, focused on studying the beauty of the subtle body. He is a traditionally trained network chiropractor who brings this knowledge into the Vedic tradition to support deep transformation of consciousness.

Dr. Alec is also the founder of Geometry of Grace, a modern metaphysical framework that uses sacred systems like astrology, Tarot, and Human Design as maps and mirrors for awakening. The geometry of grace paradigm guides people to tune into their unique nature and align with grace.

Through his study of Jyotish, Human Design, and 15+ years spent apprenticing under his root teacher Sadhguru, Dr. Alec’s work offers a map of the territory that must be traversed on the journey to remembering one's infinite nature. His fascination with the spine inspires people to dive deep into their own spiritual anatomy.

In this wide-ranging discussion, we discuss:

Moving beyond separateness to recognize the oneness of all life
Honoring your unique human design and inner authority
Facing down limitations and illusions to relinquish what is not real
The role of devotion, prayer, and mysticism in staying grounded
Why life gets more mysterious as we awaken to truth

With decades of experience guiding others to self-realization, Dr. Alec offers rare insights into the spiritual process of burning away all that is untrue to uncover one's infinite essence. I hope you enjoy listening to this beautiful conversation.

Timestamps:

0:32 - Meet Alec Brogan

3:57 - Illusions of Loneliness

10:37 - The Rhythm of Our Nature

17:12 - How to Accrue Karma

23:17 - The Geometry of Grace

28:52 - Why you should stay connected to Grace

35:22 - Initiation in truth

44:35 - The Awakening in your initiation

51:06 - The Revelation of your true self (edited)

These are the links mentioned in the episode:

Website: https://www.geometryofgrace.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geometryofgrace

Email: geometryofgrace@gmail.com

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In this week's episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana is joined by Dr. Dan Stickler, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of The Apeiron Center for Human Potential.

Dr. Dan is a pioneer in the field of precision lifestyle medicine, taking a holistic systems-based approach to optimizing human health and performance. As a physician focused on high-achieving executives and entrepreneurs, he combines functional, alternative, and age-management medicine to help patients actualize their fullest potential physically, mentally, and spiritually.

Dr. Dan discovered that lifestyle - not just treating symptoms - holds the key to transformation. His fascination with leveraging genetics, epigenetics, and human systems design led him to develop a personalized approach that empowers people to become architects of their own evolution.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Dan is an author, speaker, and thought leader on topics related to human optimization and longevity. He serves as Chief Science Officer for Apeiron Academy, Medical Director at Neurohacker Collective, and guest lecturer at Stanford University.

In this wide-ranging discussion, Dr. Dan and Raj explore:

Navigating the stages of consciousness and integrating new awareness
Cultivating curiosity as an antidote to self-consciousness
Facing down shame stories and integrating shadow aspects of self
The role of spiritual awakening in relationships and community
Moving from a deficiency mindset to one of abundance
Surrendering the ego to feel emotions fully and authentically
How he stays grounded through emotional intelligence and presence

Dr. Dan offers profound wisdom and practical insights culled from his own ongoing journey of growth and self-discovery. Tune in for a fascinating exploration of living a life of excellence.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro:

4:00 - Optimizing Your Life

6:20 - Conscious Relationships

8:00 - The Stages of Consciousness

15:44 - Complexity Thinking

17:17- What is Integration?

21:00 - What does it mean to live a life of excellence?

23:30 - The Value of Suffering

24:15 - How useful is meaning-making?

27:00 - Conscious relationships

29:00 - What is the soul?

33:00 - What is the value of the ego?

38:00 - What is “Shadow Work”?

44:00 - Evolution of the ego.

51:00 - Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

54:00 - Being seen failing

58:00 - Devotional Relationships

Contact info:

https://apeironzoh.com/dt_team/daniel-stickler/

Video:

https://youtu.be/cmaRGjdV6is

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This week’s episode is with my brother Andrew Horn.

Andrew is the founder of Tribute, which the New Yorker recently called “Hallmark 2.0.” Tribute makes it easy to create group video montages and send 1-on-1 video greetings and gifts to the people you love. Since starting, Tribute has sent over 5 million video montages to people.

In addition to Tribute, Andrew is the founder of Junto - a non-profit organization that is committed to the exploration of modern masculinity and personal transformation. The organization hosts men’s wilderness retreats and virtual masterminds across the United States.

Through his various ventures, Andrew has dedicated his life to helping others foster genuine self-trust, authenticity, and vulnerability. He is passionate about helping others build nourishing relationships from a place of self-awareness and empowerment.

I cannot think of someone more qualified than Andrew when it comes to teaching how to successfully create meaningful relationships. Here are a few topics we cover:

Developing an "autotelic" personality to cultivate more flow in your life.
Practical tips to ease social anxiety.
How to ask great questions and shift self-consciousness when you’re in conversation with others
Embracing the power of active appreciation in solidifying important relationships in your life.
Breaking free from shame-inducing stories and establishing positive self-beliefs
Why being authentic for the sake of being authentic is not helpful for your relationships
And so much more...

Andrew is one of the most inspiring human beings I know. He walks the talk, lives form a foundation of deep gratitude and has designed a life that is RICH in emotional and relational wealth. I hope this conversation serves as a helpful resource for you to improve the quality and depth of your interpersonal relationships.

Timestamps

0:00 - Introducing Andrew Horn

3:58 - Flow state triggers

7:30 - The Antidote To Anxiety.

9:30 - The ICAN Method

12:00 - Tapping into your curiosity

15:45 - How To Like Yourself With Everyone

16:15 - Discernment and speaking truth

21:00 - Purpose vs Calling

24:11 - What is a soul?

31:00 - Overcoming social anxiety

36:45 - The shame cycle

42:00 - Connecting authentically with others

47:16 - How do you make your decisions?

52:00 - Overcoming shame

1:00:00 - Living in the Now - Presence

1:10:00 - How does Andrew Stay Grounded?

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To mark the first official full-length episode of Stay Grounded Season 2, I’m bringing you my reflection for July - a super vulnerable month of closures, deep questions, and surrendering to forces beyond my control, which challenged my ego in every way.

Tune in now and hear Georgina and I explore:

What shifts when you choose to feel the things you’re most afraid of?
Taking the medicine of surrender.
Making the decision to close my coffee club.
The power of accessing future versions of myself in the quantum.
Exploring the cycles of death and rebirth.
The interaction of soul, ego, and universal timelines.
Daring to dream and asking the universe for what you want.
The work of evolving as a soul.
Working through my core wound with Liber8’s processes.
And more…

As I continue along my awakening path, I’m more and more clear that we evolve in a spiral. This is why we often feel a hint of familiarity when facing challenges and growth opportunities. Same core wound, but a different perspective and entry point. A test from life. Have you really learned the lesson, or is there something deeper to excavate and resolve? Such is the curriculum of the soul.

The soul is endless and moves on an infinite timeline. Yes, the ego can get frustrated, scared, or shamed when it feels it should be someone else, doing something else. But the soul knows better. The soul knows that parts of it must die before new versions can be born. The soul knows that surrendering to what wants to happen is the most effective medicine for the nervous system. The soul knows the truth. The question is, can we hold true to what’s real, authentic, and aligned - especially in the face of challenge?

July gave me a ton of opportunities to help integrate these principles and deep concepts, and I’m excited to share it all with you when you tune in.

Links

Liber8
Instagram

Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to replace professional mental health support. Listeners should always consult with a licensed mental health professional before using any tools or strategies discussed on the show.

0:00 - Intro

4:00 - Becoming my own coach

7:00 - Understanding awareness and triggers

12:00 - Moving through life at the universe’s pace

15:00 - Connecting to your inherent “enoughness”

20:00 - Appreciating the challenge

24:00 - Adjusting to transition points

30:00 - Understanding what life is teaching us.

36:00 - Working through core wounds

41:00 - Creating clarity in your life

46:00 - Cultivating community and awakening with others.

49:00 - Choosing the divine love within yourself

50:00 - Season 2 updates

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After almost five years of podcasting and nearly 300 episodes recorded, I am excited to announce…

Season 2 of Stay Grounded!

It's been over 5 years since I launched Stay Grounded. The show started out as a tagline for my first company, JavaPresse, with the intention to inspire you to infuse more passion and fulfillment into your daily life.

As beautiful of an intention that is, I have had a hard time sticking to it. As I evolved over the years, so did the show. The questions I asked shifted as I navigated incredible highs and debilitating lows. Through business failures and breakups. Through peak experiences and adventures. Through profound transformations and evolutions.

Who I am is not the same young man that began down this path. As I was reflecting on this, I realized I haven’t updated the branding, intro, outro, or feel of the podcast to align with who I am today and what I'm most passionate about stewarding into the world.

Hence, the revamp

Season 2 will have the same caliber of amazing guests, same depth, and the same Raj you’ve grown to know and love. But instead of just helping you STAY grounded throughout your day, we'll be sharing perspectives to help you BECOME the most grounded, whole, liberated versions of yourself that you can possibly be.

Thank you all for being part of my journey. Thank you for giving me the gift of your attention. So excited to share what's coming next.

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Once you've built the canoe to cross the river, which is the threshold to awakening, you don't continue walking with the canoe up the mountain. You leave the canoe there. - Andi Paige

Dr. Andi Paige is a dear friend, founder of The Institute for Aliveness, a world class fasting expert, passionate polymath, and gifted facilitator who has held space for 1000s to embark on the journey of inner transformation. I’ve been on a journey of understanding the depths of what astrology has to offer my own journey, and Andi’s guidance in that department has been profound in helping me make sense of present moment challenges and initiations in such a potent way. I’m excited to hear your takeaways.

Here are a few things we discuss:

The significance of the messy middle in the journey of transformation and stepping into one's authentic self.
Understanding emotional inheritance and how early life experiences shape patterns and behaviors.
Recognizing the resistance to feeling shame and doing inner work, and its impact on personal growth.
The delicate balance between destiny and free will, and the role of astrology in offering insights into life.
Emphasizing the importance of listening from the heart instead of the mind to properly grasp spiritual concepts.
The significance of surrendering to the present moment and embracing life with a full "yes" in the journey of personal growth.
How to avoid falling into spiritual narcissism.
Emphasizing the power of nonverbal communication and connecting with nature as profound teachers.

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Dream Mullick is a visionary, teacher, producer, and death coach who has dedicated her life to helping people use various spiritual practices and healing modalities to their true essence and embrace the magic of everyday life. Her current work focuses on the sacred bookends of birth and death along with bridging the ancient and modern science of plant and psychedelic medicines.

Dream has been deeply informed by her own experiences with Death, Sacred Plants & Psychedelics, all of whom she considers her master teachers. Her first experience with mushrooms, 35 years ago, continues to have a lasting impact on her life and her work with death has been greatly informed by the deaths of her father and husband.

In this episode, you will learn how to:

Infuse meaning into your life through mastering the art of living in a perpetual ceremony.
Cultivate a deep connection with your inner wisdom by embracing a daily rebirth practice.
Successfully navigate your life path by decoding your unique blueprint and realigning yourself to what really matters.
Fine-tune your abilities to recognize, understand, and heal a dysregulated nervous system.
Unleash your true potential by recognizing your innate worth and embracing your life's purpose.

Contact Info:

Check out Dream’s site – https://www.dreammullick.com/

Learn about Dream’s awakening community: https://entheowheel.com/

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Allen Bittaker is a healer, coach and facilitator who helps people transform their lives by connecting with their inner experience. He has overcome many health challenges, such as asthma, allergies, staph infections and boils, by exploring different modalities of healing, such as nutrition, fasting, meditation and network spinal. He is passionate about sharing his insights and tools with others through energetic table sessions, workshops and retreats in Costa Rica, Bali and online. He believes that by becoming aware, acknowledging and accepting our current reality, we can create the space for healing and growth.

In this episode, we discuss how to navigate difficult emotions and resistance with grace and understanding, the important role of victim consciousness when it comes to awakening, and why it’s so important to be mindful of the words you use and the language you speak. I hope you guys enjoy it.

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If you listened to my May reflection episode, you’ll know that Gina and I mutually decided to spend some time apart. Unsurprisingly, June was all about what happened next, in particular, learning how to navigate the spaciousness that emerged.

What’s been true in my life is that when I declare something to the Universe, the Universe tests me. The new spaciousness has created a wild testing ground for growth, healing, and expansion as I followed through on my declaration to invest in 100 days of Raj.

The month has been a rollercoaster of emotions and experiences as I’ve navigated my relationship transition alongside some really big business challenges. As always, I’ve stayed true to my desire for reflection, which means I’ve been able to extract some powerful insights.

And I’m excited to share them with you in this episode.

Tune in now and hear Georgina and I explore:

The power of choosing to believe that your story is still being written.
My process for asking questions that get to the core of who you are and what you actually desire.
Learning to distinguish between intuition and fear
What happened when I created a contract with Spirit.
Specific ways that June taught me to deepen my faith in God.
Disciplines for bringing you back on track when you fall into an unhelpful spiral.
The subtle but significant difference between freedom and liberation.
How I learned that I’m unconditionally deserving of love.
The power of spiritual forgiveness.
And more…

It’s not always easy to keep your heart open through challenges, disappointments, and pain. What I’ve discovered is that there is ALWAYS wisdom in your present moment experience. Cultivate the courage to be fully with yourself -- in all the emotions of the present -- and once you’ve processed the feelings, you’ll arrive in the realm of insight, intuition, and clarity.

I’m learning that I can hold more of life than I ever thought possible, and that’s making me stronger, surer, and more loving of myself. I hope that by sharing what’s working in the trenches of my life, you find something that can inspire your own journey. It’s why I keep showing up month after month and why I’m so grateful for you.

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This is a re-release of an episode with one of my favorite human beings on the planet. I’m currently re-reading his book and the wisdom shared in this episode is timely for myself.

“When we begin to understand that our challenges are there to point us in certain directions so that we will focus on those specific things in our lifetime, then it's exactly what we need to be working on.”

Ron was one of the first teachers that taught me to go within for the answers, the awareness, and the healing. His impact on me was profound. In this conversation, we explore the intense wisdom that your soul’s curriculum has as you navigate this incarnation on earth.

Tune in now to hear Ron and I explore:

Understanding the concept of a soul emergence.
What self-care is and what it isn’t.
How to know what’s your truth.
The concept of: Do unto yourself what you would do to others.
Using breath to release stored emotion safely.
Claiming self as the main prize.
Ron’s experience of doing an audible recording of his book.
And more…

There’s so much freedom in discovering what our souls are here to experience. There’s so much peace in understanding that our wounding is here to help us learn specific lessons to expand and evolve us. In this beautiful episode, Ron helps us remember the depth of truth that can be found inside. After all, when we know it’s there, we feel compelled to go and find it.

Contact Info:

Check out Ron’s site - https://www.ronbaker.net
Get Ron’s book on Amazon - Bright Lights, Big Empty.

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I’m a massive advocate for leaning into your family and intimate relationships as catalysts for rapid transformation and growth. May 2023 has been a masterclass for me in showing up with authentic and grounded vulnerability to unleash profound levels of emotional intimacy and connection in my relationships. One of the most profound months of growth I have ever experienced. There is so much going on in my life right now, and as usual, you get a front row seat in this month’s reflection episode.

Tune in now to hear Georgina and I explore:

What’s possible when you choose to close one chapter of a relationship with love to intentionally create space for the next
The power of keeping your heart open when it feels safer (or easier) to close.
The 100 days of Raj challenge
Giving your shame and other “prickly” emotions the space to breathe
Why mastering your interpersonal relationships begins with a commitment to self
How expressing your vulnerability gives others permission to do the same
Communicating your needs to others in a loving way that invites collaboration
How creating a personal manifesto serves as an essential grounding tool to carry you through challenging moments
And more…

It’s not always easy to live our truth when we’re afraid of how we will be received by others, but if embraced, I’ve found that vulnerability and authenticity can offer so much freedom. When you choose to keep your heart open and seek love in every moment, somehow, you naturally experience more of who and what you actually are.

Thanks for tuning into this reflection. I love you guys very much and appreciate you being on this path with me. Means a lot.

Stay Grounded.

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When confronted with adversity, it is natural to tense up and resist what is happening.

But what if there’s a more intuitive approach to managing adverse life experiences that leaves you feeling emotionally resilient, connected to forces unseen, and held by the graceful hands of life?

Bailee Buckedorff’s life turned upside down when she lost her husband to suicide and was left to tend to her 3 young children on her own. Shortly afterwards, she “fell” into an opportunity to learn from and be held by Guru Singh, a celebrated 3rd generation yogi and master spiritual teacher. Fast forward 4 years, Bailee is now the founder of 13 Moons - an online community that showcases a library of Guru Signh’s teachings and provides tools like guided meditations and kundalini to help you stay grounded through a daily spiritual practice.

This podcast is the story of a woman who has allowed herself to be led by spirit through the darkest of times. She fell into entrepreneurship through seemingly divine orchestration, by listening to what wants to happen and acting in the direction of what she hears. We discuss the power of slowing down in times of adversity, using reflection as a tool for growth, and the power of operating in life through the lens of your unique design. Hope you guys enjoy it.

Resources mentioned

13 Moons Website - https://the13moons.studio/
Guru Singh’s Website - https://gurusingh.com/

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Emotional avoidance can leave us feeling empty and disconnected. In this episode, we'll explore the power of feminine embodiment and the impact it can have on helping you find the emotional fulfillment you've been searching for.

This episode’s guest is the founder of The Way of Devotion, the incredible Nina Lombardo.

In her work as a teacher, mentor, and artist, Nina supports women in embodying their most authentic mental, emotional, and spiritual expressions. Through workshops, retreats, and private mentoring, she provides women with somatic-based tools to embody their love and deepen their capacity for intimacy and connection, so they can create the lives and relationships they yearn for.

But these tools and practices aren’t just for women. We all have both masculine and feminine energy within us. I was specifically drawn to Nina because her teachings are conveyed in a way that is accessible to men as well.

Learning to harness and work with my inner feminine has created profound levels of depth and connection in my life. I hope this episode gives you the tools and information to unleash more emotional fulfillment in yours.

Contact Info:

www.wayofdevotion.com
Instagram

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I’ve known for a while that April would be a big month. Earlier in the year, I booked an 8-day ayahuasca retreat with 21 other men.

This is the most nights I’ve sat in a ceremony, and the first with a group of men. I spent the first three weeks of April prepping for the event. It was important to me to get clarity on the intentions I wanted to take into ceremony.

The retreat was an invitation to explore what’s been hiding in my shadow - the source of my greatest fears and my greatest potential. It’s been a long road to get to this point in my life, but something inside me knew it was time to ask myself the bold questions that I was afraid to know the answers to.

What resulted was the most transformative journey I’ve ever experienced. I found the root of my inner critic, and replaced the critical voice in my head with that of a compassionate guide. My relationship with myself has shifted entirely. More than that, I now understand what it means to love myself fully - and it’s changing how I show up in every single area of my life.

I share many more details and takeaways in the episode, including:

Using feelings in the body as a gateway to healing
Recognizing and communicating with the different voices within
Cultivating compassion for the protective mechanisms that cause pain.
The power of seeing others as a mirror.
What’s possible when you feel trapped emotions.
Honoring the commitments I make with myself.
And more…

Thank you all for giving me the gift of your attention. I hope you enjoy this month’s reflection episode.

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PSS. If you guys want support implementing any of the practices mentioned on this episode, head to www.liber8.health.

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Mike Clark is a dear friend, seasoned serial entrepreneur, and passionate life enthusiast who’s on a mission to master the dance between embracing life's flow and stepping into personal power. With a track record of building and exiting several successful businesses and a deep-rooted passion for being alive, Mike's explorations have taken him into some fascinating realms of personal, spiritual, and creative development (which we cover in depth in the episode).

When it comes to surrendering into one's truth and creating a life that is in alignment with ALL of you, it is necessary to embrace our authentic selves fully and prioritize STAYING connected to what really matters. Mike shares several examples from his own life where he consciously chose to surrender his ambitions when he knew they were not aligned with his true purpose. Clark's insights offer valuable advice on recognizing when to let go of endeavors that do not serve our authentic selves and finding courage in living according to our inner truth.

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Mike Wareing is one of the more inspiring human beings that I've had a chance to be around in Nosara.

Mike is a seasoned fitness expert with over 40 years of experience and a passion for helping others embrace a healthy lifestyle with humility and grace. Born into the family that started America’s oldest gym (Wareing’s Gym), Mike has cultivated a unique perspective on health and well-being which he shares generously with those around him. His relentless pursuit of personal growth and ability to find meaning in life's challenges has made him an invaluable source of inspiration and guidance for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them.

At 69 years old, his infectious energy and zest for life is beyond inspiring. I hope Mike's wisdom and outlook on life is an empowering reminder of the power we ALL have to stay young, vibrant, full of life as we move through the rollercoaster of life.

Links:

https://wareingsgym.com/

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Over the last several years, I’ve spent a lot of time learning how to feel several uncomfortable emotions like sadness, grief, and shame. But anger is another story.

I’ve always had a hard time connecting to my anger, and I know I’m not alone. Most of us are not taught how to deal with anger in the moments we feel it because of all the conditioning and “rules” we have around expressing anger. As a result, it just gets stored in the body and fuels reactive behaviors and emotional triggers. Sometimes, these emotional triggers don’t go away until you release what’s been buried in the unconscious mind for years, sometimes decades.

This last month was a huge step in me learning to access deep subconscious memories and releasing repressed anger that never fully got felt growing up. I had a few profound healing experiences and enlightening conversations led to some significant breakthroughs in my emotional well-being. I’m beyond grateful that I get to share this journey with you all.

Love you guys! If you have a moment, please leave the podcast a review on whichever platform you listen on. Reviews go a long way in helping me understand what you love (and don’t love) about the show. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again!

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This episode is with my soul sister and dear friend, Lindsay Sukornyk. Lindsay is a TEDx speaker, transformational leadership coach for game changers, mama of 4, and one of the most inspiring souls I know. Her depth and willingness to navigate the edges of her psyche is one of my favorite things about her. In this deep dive conversation recorded LIVE in Nosara, Lindsay and I discuss using parts therapy to practice self love, learning to parent yourself as a form of self therapy, and how awareness is THE most powerful medicine of all. It was an incredibly enlightening conversation that left me nourished from the inside out. I hope you guys enjoy listening to this one as much as I did recording.

Links

Website
Instagram

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In this episode, we hear from my dear friend Ali Katz, founder of newlawbusinessmodel.com, who shares her journey of reinvention after experiencing bankruptcy. We talk about how to lean into rock bottom experiences as catalysts for change, trusting that life has a much bigger vision for you than you can imagine during challenging times, and leaning into the deep inner work to alchemize everything that’s getting in the way of living your grand purpose. This raw and insightful conversation is packed with wisdom and inspiration. I hope you enjoy it.

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In this episode, we chat with my friend David Henzel, a serial entrepreneur and recovering introvert who is passionate about helping others move through their fears and create lives they love. David shares how a mantra he learned in a yoga class sparked a decade-long journey of doing things he was once terrified of doing. We also learn about David's latest venture, Managing Happiness, an online program that teaches people how to apply business principles to improve their relationships and leadership skills. Tune in to discover how David's journey can inspire you to transform your life too.

Contact info:

Managinghappiness.com

Lovenotfear.com

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Spencer Jacobson is a purpose and embodiment coach, serial entrepreneur, facilitator of men's work retreats, co-founder of Dance Meets Tantra, and forever a student of the healing arts - having extensively studied dance, sacred sexuality, somatic experiencing, cranial sacral therapy, and yoga.

Today, we talk about how taking courageous action in alignment with our heart’s deepest desires is actually what cultivates the capacity to stay grounded and be present with the highs and lows of life. This was a beautiful conversation about keeping your heart open inside of adversity, what it really takes to experience deep and nourishing fulfillment in every moment, and how to increase your capacity to receive all that life has in store for you. I hope Spencer’s wisdom inspires you to find the courage to stop denying your heart’s deepest desires and go after what you really want for in your life.

Contact info:

Emergence.love
DanceMeetsTantra.com
SpencerJacobson.com
Instagram

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Michael Fenchel is a social entrepreneur and facilitator who has started four successful companies including Breathe For Change, a movement enhancing the well-being of over 5,000,000 teachers, students, and school community members. Beyond his accomplishments, Michael is a heart centered leader and committed to exploring the depths of himself so that he can serve the people in his life with passion and grounded connection.

An overview of everything we explored:

The deep introspection that led to the birth of Michael’s four companies
How to infuse more meaning into day to day living
Honoring the seasons of life within ourselves
The importance of staying anchors in our feelings
How VisionQuest supports Michael’s ability to show up in relationships
How this period of introspection is different from Michael’s previous period of introspection
The state of flow is the Universe’s message of harmony
And so much more…

I’m so grateful to have had such a deep, nourishing conversation with a person I admire as much as Michael. I hope this conversation allows each one of you to be a curious student like I was and that you’re able to learn about the importance of introspection.

Contact Info:

BreatheForChange.com
PRDX.co

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How do you navigate life when your reality doesn’t align with your expectations?

February was a month of deep and difficult reflection for me. I found myself revisiting the topic of attachments and expectations - in business, health, and relationships.

In many ways, I’ve been battling with myself as I cultivate the courage to stay connected to the magic of the moment instead of dwelling on the unmet desires of my ego.

I think this is a common dilemma.

What does it mean when we don’t manifest what we think we want? Maybe it’s an invitation to look for grace and fall deeper into faith.

Because what if the true reality is that you can’t miss what is meant for you?

As usual, I’m joined by your old friend Georgina El Morshdy in this reflection episode.

Tune in now to hear us explore:

Why reflection has the power to create meaning.
Why meaning ignites a natural source of energy that makes life interesting.
The difference between goals and expectations.
The art of staying connected to the magic of the moment.
Suffering as a choice.
How to use love as a disruptive force in the universe.
Why reflection helps us integrate life experiences and philosophical concepts.
And more…

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Oh, man! I have been wanting for so long to have someone on the podcast to give us a deep dive on how to safely get started integrating psychedelics into your daily life and now it is here!

Paul Austin is a coach, author, and entrepreneur who is a dedicated pioneer when it comes to teaching others the skill of safe psychedelic use. He is the founder of TheThirdWave.co,which is one of the leading websites that advocates for the safe integration of psychedelics into your life. He believes that through clear intentions, mentorship, and exploration, anyone can master this skill and it can help with your future evolution. I know you all know that I’m a big proponent of psychedelic use, having used it for mental health, creativity, expansion, and life fulfillment myself, so this was an absolute dream having Paul on the show.

An overview of everything we explored:

Psychedelics are a skill and what that actually means
The difference between psychedelics and pharmaceuticals
What you need to look out for when you’re using psychedelics
The benefits of micro-dosing versus macro-dosing
Why trust is one of the most potent medicines
Why psychedelics are a great tool to help you with shadow work
Patience is key to using psychedelics
Micro-dosing provides clarity and wholeness within yourself
How to safely use psychedelics
How Paul stays grounded
And so much more…

We drove this episode in so many different directions and talked about so much, but it’s due to how authentic it felt having Paul on to talk about the safe use of psychedelics, because I credit them for a lot of my growth as a leader and my lifestyle of awareness. If you’re wanting to dip your toes into the skill of psychedelics, this is an episode you DON’T want to miss!

Please note that nothing we talked about in this episode is mental health advice and if you are struggling, reach out to your doctor.

Psychedelic Resources for you:

Website
Podcast
Paul’s Book

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Danielle Sunberg is such a delight. Because of her background as an attorney, she loves to ask questions, and her questions are extremely thought-provoking.

After winning the biggest trial of her career, Danielle left behind the world of traditional success to travel the world and follow the voice in her heart. She is an author, a transformational coach, and an international keynote speaker who helps others go from a sense of doing to a sense of being. Her new book, Atlas of Being: From Briefcase to Backpack, One Former Lawyer's Exploration of the Human Way, offers an incredible framework for you to answer the call of your inner being to create your most extraordinary life.

An overview of everything we explored:

Listening to the voice in your head to guide your life
What role the mind plays in a path guided by the heart
Deciding to live without rules is still a rule
Danielle’s definition of North Star
What Danielle’s book includes
Surrendering into suffering unravels it quicker
Taking things off your to-do list and allowing the universe to provide
How Danielle stays grounded
And so much more…

Danielle and I talk in-depth about how we are each born with an intrinsic north star that is always there to fall back on in our most difficult moments. Danielle is a delightful human being and her story is a reminder of the unshakeable wisdom present in the depths of our hearts. I hope this conversation inspires the courage to trust that wisdom no matter what.

Contact info:

Danielle’s Book
Website

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This episode is my January reflection, a practice that has changed its flavor over time. Instead of finding lessons to learn from my reflections, I'm discovering patterns; it's like I keep coming back to what has worked and keeps working, and I find myself doubling down on what is true. Perhaps these reflections are transitioning into affirmations.

As usual, I'm joined by my dear friend Georgina El Morshdy to help me steer the conversation's flow and make sure you get the most out of it.

In this reflection episode, we explore:

The differences between being grounded and ungrounded
Why having hard conversations is a shortcut to creating change
The spoken word is the most powerful wand
How to entice massive transformations through self-forgiveness
How to integrate the idea of several deaths in a lifetime
What are angry responses protecting us from
What kind of questions invite an environment of forgiveness

A word that keeps coming when I think of 2023 is trust. You are exactly where you are supposed to be; trust that you'll reach what you seek. Seek to feel comfortable in uncertainty, remembering that uncertainty is the only certain thing in this world.

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This episode is a conversation with my friend, Rick Cowley. We go IN on all things purpose.

Rick Cowley is the founder of VysionQuest, a company that has programs and retreats geared to helping you unlock your life’s true purpose. His company was born from him being a cancer survivor in his early 20s.

What I love about Rick is he LIVES his life's purpose. His cancer diagnosis spurred an unapologetic quest to live his most authentic life. In fact, Rick even goes as far to call his diagnosis a “golden ticket.”

An overview of everything we explored:

Purpose and its unique way of being
Connecting to the truth of who we are
How to breakthrough the fears and excuses that are stopping you from living your life’s purpose
The sweet spot of structure and how it aligns with the flow of life and creativity
Clarity is a compass that guides you
The role of regret when it comes to purpose
How Rick stays grounded
And so much more…

This was an amazing episode to record. If you’re wanting to unlock your life’s purpose, you do not want to miss this.

Contact info:

VysionQuest

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This episode is my 2022 yearly reflection, and the 3rd consecutive annual reflection that I’ve shared publicly on the podcast. This one was really interesting for me because in hindsight, I can see how the last 3 years were truly just one LONG initiation - with 2022 being the final chapter of an era.

In this reflection episode, we cover:

Why awareness is the most powerful medicine of them all
How to reframe challenges into powerful initiations
How I taught myself to let go of entitlements & attachments
How conscious relationship is the most powerful mirror for growth
Why self-trust is the greatest gift you can give yourself and others
How my experiences have transformed me as a leader
And so much more…

I want to thank you all for giving the show the gift of your attention last year. It’s been an absolute ride. As we wrap up 2022, I am left starting the new year feeling more connected, calm, and present. I hope this episode finds you well and I hope 2023 is a killer year for you.

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This episode is a conversation with my new friend, Oren Harris—love leader, mastery coach, transcendent artist, and awakener of evolutionary potential.

What I love most about Oren is how this man LIVES in his heart. He has infectious energy that transcends the page; it’s palpable in every post he makes on social media. Seriously, you need him in your life.

An overview of everything we explored:

What is divine union?
How fear disrupts the natural state of synchronicity
The release of resistance allows intimacy and vulnerability to truly fulfill us
Cultivating courage within ourselves
Recognizing specific moments of realization within our subconscious
All fear is the fear of feeling
Getting impulses from the infinite intelligence that comes through our hearts
Disrupting the tension below the surface for growth
And so much more…

This was one hell of an episode to kick off 2023 with. If you’re wanting to unlock your limitless power and true genius, this is an episode you do not want to miss.

Contact info:

Oren’s Instagram
OrenHarris.com

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December’s monthly reflection was such a gift to record. In this episode, I share everything I’m learning from a month of living in Costa Rica and the efforts I’m taking to recalibrate my nervous system to a slower way of being, while leaning into indigenous spiritual practices to access the infinite wisdom that exists in each and every one of us. It’s been one of the most profound months of learning, growth, and level ups. I’m so excited to hear your biggest takeaways.

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“The most important thing that you can ever give another person is your loving presence.”

I first met this episode’s guest at a dinner. We had an instant connection that led to a deep spiritual conversation. Since that moment, I’ve been so excited to have Dr. Amy Albright on the show.

Dr. Amy’s audacious ownership of who she is inspires me, and I was curious about how one develops the courage to know themselves so deeply. How do you reach the place of trusting your intuition so fearlessly? How do you live a life fully guided by the wisdom within?

This episode is a spiritual journey - almost a 101 for the role of spirituality in these changing times. We cover a LOT, and in particular, explore the incredibly important role that presence plays as an activator, a catalyst, and a gateway to a soul-led life.

“When we're really, really present with someone else, there's actually an energetic layer that opens up in our field and merges with the other.”

Dr. Amy Albright is on a mission to advance humanity. She’s a top-tier executive coach, and strategic business advisor to high-level CEOs, leaders of multi-million & billion-dollar companies, and social changemakers. With over 20 years’ experience, Dr. Amy serves as the life-changing catalyst in her clients’ lives. Through her unorthodox methods, Dr. Amy guides her clients through extraordinary transformations using her cutting-edge blend of neuroscience, consciousness, personal development, and business success.

As the co-founder of Holon Evolution, Dr. Amy works to reinvent the operating system for leaders, so they can fulfill their life’s purpose and accomplish their soul’s calling. Her work is potent, powerful, and profound.

Our conversation was so rich and delicious. Amy has access to an incredible depth of wisdom and information. She blew me away and I know she’ll do the same for you too.

Here’s an overview of everything we explored:

What is spiritual intuition?
Why do some people wake up and others don’t?
Leaning into moments of truth.
Remembering and reconnecting with indigenous wisdom.
What is a spiritual gift?
Expanding our level of consciousness.
What is presence?
The most important thing you can give to another.
What’s happening in presence.
The Holon Breath Practice for activating presence.
Bifurcation is why we suffer.
The potency of making meaning from nature.

“We, as mammals, are designed to be inside of that state of presence and for that state of presence to be super healing. So as soon as we go into that, it's sort of self fulfills.”

If you’re ready to discover the magic that can happen inside of presence - as well as some techniques that can take you there - do not miss this incredible conversation with Dr. Amy Albright.

Contact Info:

https://holonevolution.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-game-changer

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This episode is a re-run of one of my favorite episodes from the year with my dear friend, mentor, and soul brother - Steve Little.

As I get ready for my yearly reflection, I’ve been going back through old notes and episodes to revisit key principles that made the most profound shifts in the way I live my life. Steve’s perspectives on “efforting” led to some pretty important breakthroughs, hence it’s being shared again.

Steve is the CEO and managing partner of Zero Limits Ventures, a M&A advisory, investment banking, and consulting firm. Steve has been an entrepreneur for 45 years. He sold his first business when he was just 15 for $250k. Since then, Steve has architectured 6 nine-figure tech exits and led the M&A teams for 9 tech acquisitions.

What I love most about Steve is the way he integrates energetics into the way he operates in business. Steve reminded me that there are unconscious forces that create our reality every day. As you’ll hear in the episode, Steve takes ownership of his own energetic blueprint by continuously doing the inner work to clear his system of what’s no longer aligned.

“So my experience has been: the clearer I can be, the easier this is.”

Tune in now to hear Steve and I explore:

Steve’s story of supporting AIDS orphans in Africa.
Working with the foremost authority of the Hoʻoponopono ancient Hawaiian healing method.
Self-forgiveness.
Cleaning up what’s within you.
How to create your dream life on a piece of paper.
Finding the balance between leaning back & leaning in.
Why you need to continue to seek.
What Steve does when things aren’t working.
The Starbucks story of universal timing.
And more…

“You have the power to manifest anything you want, you just have to put it out there. If you can put it out there and feel it as if it's occurred, it's on its way, it's going to happen.”

I love meeting people who are so bold about the role that spiritual conviction plays in creation. In this episode, Steve shares some of the practices that have allowed him to co-create with the universe along with stories that provide proof that the universe is always communicating with you.

Contact Info:

About Steve
LinkedIn
Twitter

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This episode is a conversation with Victoria Rose - a writer, teacher, and traditional birth witness, pre- and perinatal educator, and birth consultant.

Through her work, Victoria helps people access their birth memories, offering deep healing for individuals on the path to greater mental, emotional, and physical health.

Here’s a beautiful website excerpt highlighting her body of work.

“Memory may be more accurately defined as not what we remember but rather what we don’t remember. Woven into the fabric of our bodies are the records of our birth and pre-birth experiences. In order to access these living archives, we must step outside our cognitive thinking-brains and merely look to the present.”

Re-visiting our own birth, in-utero, conception, and pre-conception experiences will reveal the extent to which our physical health, mental and emotional patterns, professional limitations, and ways of being in relationship are directly informed by our earliest developmental experiences.”

What I loved most about our conversation was how Victoria inspired a beautiful opportunity to enroll my parents in my healing journey.

Over the past few months, I’ve had many conversations with my mom and dad - sometimes separately, sometimes together. I’m grateful that each has led to profound realizations and deep cathartic releases.

I believe our parents (whether we have physical access to them or not) play such a powerful role in our journeys to greater health.

I hope this conversation with Victoria inspires you to lean deeper into your upbringing with curiosity, compassion, and love.

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This month was one of the more potent months of change, which as always, creates the most potent containers for reflection. I moved out of my home in San Diego and decided to move to Costa Rica with my beloved, got rid of 90% of my stuff, and embarked on a deep mental, emotional, and physical cleanse in preparation for an indigenous medicine ceremony in the jungles this month.

2023 has been a crazy year for me, and one of the things I love most about my monthly reflections is that you guys get to watch the journey unfold alongside me. I never really know what I’m going to talk about each month, as the lessons and perspectives are always inspired by what’s present in the conversation. In fact, recently, the reflection episodes have been as much for myself to process all of the change that’s been happening in my life as they are to share useful perspectives.

But with that said, I hope this episode finds you well. I hope it inspires the courage to follow your heart no matter where it takes you. I hope it inspires the courage to trust in forces unseen. I hope it inspires you to remember the home within yourself.

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Jonathan Robinson is a psychotherapist, multiple-time best-selling author, and professional speaker from Northern California. His practical methods have reached over 250 million people worldwide, and his work has been translated into over 46 languages. Jonathan has interviewed everyone from the late Mother Teresa to the Dalai Lama, and has spent over 35 years studying the most practical and powerful methods for personal and professional development. He is the brand new author of the book The Enlightenment Project: How I Went From Depressed to Blessed, and You Can Too.

Jonathan has this incredible ability to take esoteric spiritual concepts that are so vast and distil them down into practical actions that anyone can hear, understand, and begin today. We discussed everything from the tools and practices that brought Jonathan out of depression for good to the biggest lessons he learned from interviewing the most prominent spiritual voices of our time.

I hope this episode empowers your path to more love, connection, and inner peace.

Contact Info:

Check out his new book: https://www.amazon.com/Enlightenment-Project-Went-Depressed-Blessed/dp/1792391366
Website: https://findinghappiness.com/

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I hope this episode empowers your path to more love, connection, and inner peace.

Contact Info:

Check out his new book: https://www.amazon.com/Enlightenment-Project-Went-Depressed-Blessed/dp/1792391366
Website: https://findinghappiness.com/

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The last time I was with Panache was right before the COVID lockdowns. The time I spent with him as he launched his book, You Are Enough - Revealing the Soul to Discover Your Power, Potential, and Possibility, changed my life profoundly. Thanks to his spiritual wisdom and loving support, he inspired the courage to look at the parts of myself I was afraid to look at and dive deeper into my own spiritual journey.

When Panache called me out of the blue a few months back and proposed we record another episode together, I said yes in a heartbeat. And after we finished recording the episode, I knew why he called. When the student is ready, the teacher appears. His perspectives were the messages I needed to hear. It was a reminder of infinite possibilities and to trust in a greater unfolding. It was a reminder to surrender deeply into the flow of life and create from a space of deep knowing.

This conversation is almost 1.5 hours long (twice the length of our normal episodes) and FULL of gold. I hope you guys enjoy listening to this episode as much as I did recording it.

Key takeaways:

Discovering the truth of who you are.
Do we really have free will.
Why choice itself is an illusion.
Learning to value yourself.
Why we’re so obsessed with personal growth.
Why rejection leads to self-censoring.
If you don’t like something in someone else, resolve it in yourself.
Through acceptance, we can become aware of ourselves.
How self-awareness creates space for trauma to rise and release.
The hierarchy of consciousness.
Why awareness equates to freedom.
Why freedom & liberation is the North Star.
Understanding the root of suffering.
Why comparison is impossible.

Contact Info:

Check out - https://www.panachedesai.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/panachedesai/

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“I realized that joy is about working through your emotions, releasing your emotions, and also being intentional about your joy.”

Loka Pandya is a motivational speaker, serial entrepreneur, a DeLorean collector, and a passionate life enthusiast who’s dedicated to deep healing work.

In his work, Loka is on a mission to awaken the inner child joy that lies within all of us. Loka’s passion for igniting joy began after his mother died when he was 13. Almost overnight, Loka transformed from a highly competitive, ambitious teen into a young man who wanted to help others feel better.

Over time, his overgiving character put him on a rollercoaster of extreme highs and deep lows. The pattern was exhausting. Loka succeeded in making the world happy, but inside, he was sad. In response, Loka threw the kitchen sink at his healing journey, trying every tool and modality he could get his hands on.

This inner journey taught Loka that healing depended on his ability to feel his true emotions. He also learned you could intentionally trigger joy and choose how to feel.

Today, Loka empowers people to tap into their childlike joy so they can experience more love and happiness. This episode is a heartwarming dive into Loka’s personal journey of healing, along with tools and tips for igniting joy and reconnecting with your inner child.

“The more play you put in, the happier, more joyous you're going to be, and be intentional about it.”

Key takeaways:

Exploring your relationship with receiving.
What happens when the high highs and low lows become exhausting?
Loka’s “folder of joy.”
Reframing triggers into initiations.
Pausing to create space for a response.
Reclaiming control of your power to choose.
The power of healing through baby steps.
Doing the one thing each day that helps you heal.
Staying grounded through a routine.

Contact Info:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lokapandya/
Loka@lokapandya.com.

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“Your intimate relationship is the most profound mirror for you to actually connect to that foundation of love within yourself.”

The last time I recorded a reflection episode was at the end of August - just after returning from Burning Man. As an experiment, I decided to wait a couple of months before publicly reflecting again. It’s been interesting to see the arc of change over a two-month window - proof that many shifts can happen when you move through life consciously and with vulnerability and authenticity.

I often remind myself that I’m the common denominator in all areas of my life. How I show up in one context impacts how I show up in others. In this episode, you’ll hear how I’ve used my relationship and creativity as dojos - places to practice peeling off masks and connecting more intimately with the authentic me. I’ve also been exploring the power of surrendering to a vision bigger than myself - a practice vastly different from how I used to operate in business. These intentions became catalysts for a lot of growth, as you’ll hear in the episode.

As always, I hope that this episode will inspire a practice of reflection in your life. Reflection can be a superpower because the more we know our authentic selves, the more we can navigate fear, manage adversity, regulate our nervous system and step into the greatest forms of love we were born to express.

“What's actually required is healing ourselves and liberating ourselves from these conditions that have kept us trapped in this old way of doing that isn't actually serving the planet, it's not serving our relationships, it's not serving our health.”

Key takeaways:

Learning to show up imperfectly.
Overcoming my fear of being seen to fail.
Speaking on the same stage as Dr. Joe Dispenza.
Creating from a place of collaboration over competition.
Turning away from ME projects into WE projects.
Leveraging vulnerability as a tool for healing
Humans are inherently good
Having the courage to take off your mask.
The desire to know who you really are.

Contact Info:

Raj’s contact details. Instagram | Website
Georgina’s Instagram | Facebook | Website

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“I master my fate and captain my soul… I need to take radical responsibility for my life. I can create anything that I want out of my life.”

Like many entrepreneurs, Andrew Kroeze achieved massive success through the hustle-and-grind culture only to find the tactic wasn’t sustainable.

After experiencing burnout, Andrew had no choice but to reinvent himself. But the changes didn’t fully stick. The next time he crashed, Andrew woke up in a hospital bed. This time, Andrew knew he needed to make more permanent changes to his life and business. He craved something simpler, so he sold his company, retreated to an ashram, and reset his nervous system.

Through this experience, Andrew decided to become a “master of his fate.” In practice, this looked like embedding energy rituals, systems, and habits into his routine so he could alchemize time into the life his soul wanted.

Andrew’s willingness to hold himself accountable to his life blueprint inspires me. The degree of ownership Andrew commands over his psychological & physiological state is a potent reminder of the creative power of discipline when it’s harnessed in the direction of alignment and authenticity.

In his work, Andrew is committed to sharing his secrets of success with others. Through his Masters of Fate brotherhood, Andrew empowers men to master themselves first and then business.

“Our core beliefs anchor our thoughts, our energy rituals anchor our emotions, and then our time design or our calendar anchors our actions.”

Key takeaways:

How entrepreneurship can be a catalyst for a spiritual journey.
Retreating to a monastery to reset my nervous system.
Letting go of deeply rooted core beliefs that don’t serve.
Intentional rituals for sustaining energy.
Developing processes as an accountability tool.
Using time blocking to design his calendar.
Planning hacks for designing your life.
Using pre-commitments to establish helpful habits.

Contact Info:

https://www.instagram.com/kaptainkroeze
https://www.facebook.com/andrew.kroeze.50
https://start.masteringfate.com/bro53711418

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“Vulnerability to me is an expensive gift, and you shouldn't expect it from cheap people.”

“I mean, the quality of your life comes down to the quality of relationships. If you want good quality relationships, you have to be able to embrace vulnerability and that uncertainty sometimes.”

Jayson Gaignard is a rare breed of entrepreneurial leader because of his willingness to be visible when vulnerable. The old way to succeed was to wear a mask and pretend to have it all figured out. Jayson challenges that paradigm and proves how being vulnerable with others about your struggles, hardships, and even failures can lead to greater levels of impact in a world hungry for connection & belonging.

Named one of Forbes’s “Top Networkers to Watch” because of his ability to curate highly coveted events, Jayson is the founder of Mastermind Talks - an exclusive community that serves as a container of support, inspiration, and deep belonging for entrepreneurs who value impact and collaboration alongside business. Jayson has been featured in the likes of Entrepreneur, Lifehacker, and Tim Ferriss’s Tools of Titans.

Jayson believes entrepreneurs are “community made” rather than self-made. But what does it take to be a person who can guide, support, and empower others? In this episode, Jayson discusses some of the teachers who have taught him on his journey. Teachers include his daughter, who Jayson explains pulls him into his highest expression, as well as the power of vulnerability to encourage self-love and celebrate your unique beauty while honoring others.

Jayson is a man who cares deeply about people and the land while doing his best. As you’ll hear in this episode, when people are mission-driven, they can sometimes be clouded in doubt. This conversation is a beautiful example of what’s possible when you leverage community and vulnerability as mirrors for your highest expression.

Key takeaways:

The quality of your relationships is indicative of the quality of your leadership.
How tormentors can become mentors.
Exploring the mirrors of your relationships.
An artist who uses business as a canvas.
Leveraging empathy as an edge.
Finding purpose.
Reclaiming the freedom we lost.
How Jayson models self-love to his daughter.
The pattern of being hard on yourself.
Allowing yourself to know you are enough and you’ve done enough.
The art of shifting from DOing to BEing.
And more…

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“ I think our culture has tricked ourselves into thinking there are cute things that we can do that will make us automatically on the other side of the doorway, and there isn't. You have to walk through the doorway.”

Although darkness is an inevitable aspect of life, our culture offers few pathways through it. In many ways, modern life has distanced itself from indigenous rituals that have been used for thousands of years to provide clarity & direction. As a result, many people lose their footing and struggle to make sense of life’s darkest moments.

As a Jungian psychotherapist, Dr. Joanna LaPrade believes mythology can offer a roadmap for all of us to experience the fullness of our human potential.

When you study myths and explore the similarities between your life and that of the Gods and heroes of the many worlds, you might find that we’re not that different. In every mythic tale lies a story of how life’s challenges and discomforts are here to reveal more of who you are.

In her work, Joanna empowers people to cultivate self-awareness by deepening their connection with their inner world. She takes an archetypal perspective, leaning on mythology and symbolism to help people navigate their underworld. Joanna is the founder of Aion Psychotherapy, an educator, and the author of Forged In Darkness. The Many Paths To Personal Transformation.

“There's no one size fits all for experiencing the darkness in life. We really think we limit ourselves in our own capacity to access what could make change in us by telling ourselves, yeah, there's one way, and it needs to look this way, and you better do it quickly.*”*

Key takeaways:

Defining darkness.
The power of pulling from mythology.
Understanding who we are through archetypes.
Finding the myths that are true for you.
Why Joanna started to unpack the hero archetype.
Integrating mythology & archetypes into your inner work journey.
What is heroism and why do we think about it so singularly?
And more…

Contact Info:

Website: https://aionpsychotherapy.com
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Dr.-Joanna-LaPrade/e/B09ZQ7CR9S%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

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“Doing the work is the journey of questioning. Once you question and you become aware, it's making choices.”

Over the last four years, I’ve spent hundreds of thousands of dollars and thousands of hours on my inner work journey. I chose to turn myself into my own research project, and this time in my life has been a period of massive growth, reflection, and expansion.

In this episode, I’ve paired up with my beautiful life partner Gina to open up about the rock bottom experiences that brought us to our knees, and how we used those experiences as catalysts to shift the way we lived our lives.

The journey of increasing awareness is potent, powerful, and profound. Eventually, you uncover the underlying factors that are unconsciously creating your reality. It’s the work that returns you to your personal power. It’s a rich inquiry that elevates your ability to choose differently and shift the course of your life for good.

I hope this week’s episode is a glimpse of the ecstatic level of fulfillment possible when you choose to face your fears and lean into the wisdom of what wants to be shown.

“Underneath those symptoms there are unresolved feelings. There's trapped energy in the body, there are beliefs, there's unconscious programming that is not in alignment with what you consciously want.”

Key takeaways:

Why hormonal imbalance became a gateway for Gina to go inwards.
When stress-relieving techniques aren’t effective
We’ve normalized living with chronic stress.
How compartmentalizing is a coping strategy.
Looking inward to discover hidden beliefs.
The ego death from coming clean to my ex
Why the secret to healing is to understand your nervous system responses.
Creating the space for a proactive response.
The liberation that comes from looking at discomfort.
Information about a LIVE group healing experience.
And more…

If you’re interested in being supported by myself and a team of veterans as you learn to do the inner work in a safe community setting, join our October Cohort of Precision Emotional Healing.

Head to www.liber8.health/

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“We can learn something from everyone. Mirrors exist everywhere. All of nature is contained in the fractal pattern of a single leaf or a single feed”

About 4 years into my personal growth journey, it became clear that there was only so much inner work I could do on my own. My solo efforts often gave me a breakthrough, but my deepest inner work always came when engaging in community.

Community-based healing is THE most powerful catalyst and an accelerant for personal growth because of the abundance of mirrors. When you’re surrounded by others, it’s harder to hide your flaws. When you’re surrounded by tribe, you begin the journey of seeing yourself the way others see you. When you’re healing alongside others, there’s more opportunities to find your blindspots and reveal the places where there’s more work to be done.

In this episode, I’m joined by my partners at the Humans Are Good Foundation, Mike Cline & Emily Rasowsky.

Together, we’ve pooled our resources, skills, and healing experiences to share a framework for going inward that’s rooted in science and steeped in community support. In this episode, Emily & Mike share their own paths to liberation, and together, share the impact community based healing has had on our own lives

Be sure to listen to the end where we discuss how you can access a framework to help you heal your deepest core wounds in a community setting.

“There are certain types of unprocessed emotional data in our nervous system that is not accessible when you're just doing solo work.”

Key takeaways:

How we realized we needed community support to take our healing journey to the next level.
Everyone is a representation of each other.
Uncovering the unprocessed emotional data bound in our nervous systems.
Community gives us access to different examples and role models of what’s possible.
The concept of psychological safety and how it helps us heal.
Unsafe vs uncomfortable (and learning to distinguish between the two).
You are your own greatest research project.
How early childhood experiences shape our present-day stressors and challenges.
The link between self-forgiveness and liberation.
As a collective, we don’t have the time for lengthy, expensive healing journeys.

On October 5th, I will be teaching a live masterclass about a data-driven, community-based approach to doing inner work that’s designed to help you accelerate breakthroughs in your mental & emotional well-being.

Visit www.rajjana.com/masterclass to join

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“Even though on paper I had all the markings of someone successful, I didn't feel it. That really confused me.”

As a 250th episode special, I wanted to share all the lessons I’ve learned from investing multi-six figures and thousands of hours into my personal journey to create a life of alignment and liberation that I feel so grateful to be living today.

When I started this podcast, I had no idea about the journey I was about to take. The journey to internal liberation isn’t easy. My life has changed entirely since releasing my first episode in 2017, but the path to this point has been riddled with the most extreme highs and lows.

The game of BEING is confusing because it’s filled with guesswork, detours, and setbacks.

But hindsight brings clarity.

As I reflect over the past eight years (and the thousands of dollars and hours I invested), I’m clear on what worked and what didn’t. I’m now confident about what levers to pull and where to focus my time, energy, and resources so I can keep experiencing unshakeable confidence, freedom, clarity, and self-love.

No one should have to invest as much as I have into healing our minds, bodies, and souls in order to experience wholeness. I believe it’s our birthright to feel good about who we are. We shouldn’t be living in a constant state of anxiety or fear. We should be learning how our nervous systems are wired from an early age so we can properly tend to it as we grow through life. It’s why I’ve decided to share my journey so far with you -- with no stones left unturned – so that you can see how a dedication to the “inner work” can lead to permanent shifts in your mental & emotional well-being.

“The game of doing is very different from the game of being. Doing is about achievement, external validation, and making strides and progress in the world. The game of being is about the journey to your enoughness. It's the journey of self-love.”

Key takeaways:

How a book transformed my perspective of what’s possible.
My quest to seek missing feelings through entrepreneurship - only to fall short of what I wanted.
How a drive to infuse meaning & purpose into my side hustle birthed Stay Grounded.
Forcing change through the game of DOing.
External success will only take you so far. You’ll eventually hit a wall.
Opening to my emotions through plant medicine. Breaking open to build myself up.
Discovering what’s under the hood. Moving into the realm of root cause exploration.
Differentiating between MY vision for my life and the vision that others had for my life.
Unlocking mirror work through community-based healing. My Journey groups.
Working with hypnotherapist Grace Smith.
Ending a nine-year relationship and confronting uncomfortable truths about myself.
Inner work has the answers, but it’s hard, expensive, and time-consuming.
Inner work shouldn’t be for the privileged few with resources. It should be accessible and effective for EVERYONE. And that's what I'm excited to share with you all.

On October 5th, I will be doing a teaching a live masterclass about a data-driven, heart-centered, and personalized approach to the inner work that removes confusion from the process altogether. Please visit www.rajjana.com/masterclass to join!

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“So much of our desires are culturally programmed desires. If I can begin to understand who I am, then I can begin to stop doing the things that are not for me and are not me. ”

Trey and Grace Stinnett are the founders of the Academy of Conscious Entrepreneurs - an organization that helps people grow a company without sacrificing time at home by aligning business with personal flow. Informed by mental models and personality profiles such as Wealth Dynamics and Human Design, Trey and Grace empower clients to elevate their consciousness at home and work.

What I loved most about this episode was hearing how Trey and Grace have integrated their work into all aspects of their live, creating a path for conscious living. These philosophies have informed their parenting, too, empowering their children onto the path of authentic, self-aware living from a young age.

Creating a life of flow and alignment can be part of our legacy, and in this episode, Trey & Grace share how to make that vision a reality.

“I don't have any work to do. Instead, just go to work on whatever there is to be healed. Through that healing, everything else will just find its way into flow.”

Key takeaways:

What does flow mean?
How Wealth Dynamics profiles help you get into your flow.
Removing things I shouldn’t be doing so I can be more authentically me.
The concept of deconditioning.
The power of using frameworks and tools to know who you are.
Empowering children through profiles and archetypes.
Immersing children in an environment that cultivates a growth mindset
Creating an emotional platform for children to thrive.
Changing the narrative around traumatic experiences to empower people to navigate them.
The four phases of flow.

Contact Info:

Academy for Conscious Entrepreneurs
Joinace.org >>> https://www.joinace.org
Instagram >>> https://www.instagram.com/treyandgrace_/

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“Infinite possibility lives in the unknown. Can I trust the frequency of truth and presence over the ego hits that my mind is craving?”

I’m just back from my first ever Burning Man experience, and it was life-changing. In this month’s reflection episode, I share the raw integrations and lessons from my time in Black Rock City.

Stepping out of the constraints and conditions of everyday life into an environment with zero judgment and radical inclusion, driven by a gifting economy, was wildly transformative. For the first time in my life, I got to experience the frequency of liberation -- where I could feel the infinite possibilities of the human spirit and potential.

Burning Man allowed me to experience a life that side-steps the ego and follows the calling of the heart. In the infinite expanse of the desert landscape, I felt safe to calibrate to the speed of my soul.

There’s so much to talk about and reveal. I’m grateful to have Georgina El Morshdy with me to guide the conversation.

“The journey to liberation, the path to liberation can be very difficult, very lonely, very challenging, especially as we are learning to decondition from a world that wants us to be conditioned.”

Key takeaways:

My raw integrations and lessons from Burning Man.
What is Burning Man in a nutshell (in case you haven’t heard of it).
The possibilities for living inside a judgement-free space.
How a new environment can change yoru life - radically.
Side-stepping ego and allowing intuition to guide my decisions and experiences.
The power of a gifting economy.
Burning the man and the temples.
Burning my perfectionist tendencies to experience liberation.
Owning my soul gifts.
How to integrate profound shifts so they remain a permanent part of who you be and do.
Tapping into energetic frequencies as a gateway for creation.

Contact Info:

Georgina’s Instagram | Facebook | Website
Raj’s contact details. Instagram | Website

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“I think identity alchemy is finding who you are at the core.”

How do you identify and define yourself when you have multiple interests, multiple talents, multiple ways you see yourself interacting with the world?

For Nick Onken, the answer is Identity Alchemy - the creative art of deconstructing who you are [and who you’ve been] so you can discover the essence that sits at your core.

This episode’s guest is Nick Onken - a creative alchemist who dances between the roles of photographer, hat designer, podcaster, artist, and entrepreneur. He’s lived a creative life where his curiosity has guided him to shed identities and redefine himself as his work and life have shifted and evolved.

In this episode, Nick and I explore the creative power we can all access - to unleash our inner genius.

“Art inspires, art is the language that transcends and inspires people without language.”

Nick Onken has been commissioned by top tier brands such as Nike, Coca Cola, Adidas and publishers such as Cosmopolitan, Conde Nast Traveller and Marie Claire. His portfolio of photographed personalities include Justin Bieber, Usher, Tom Hanks, Jessica Alba and Tony Robbins, to name a few. Nick also supports, and photographs for Pencils of Promise, a reputable non-profit organization using education as the most powerful tool to change the world.

In this beautiful episode, Nick and I explore:

What does identity alchemy mean?
The power of personal brands
The creative force of connecting to the energy of the moment.
Creation as a tool to pull yourself into your truth.
Intentionality and creating your moments.
Dancing between masuline and feminine energies to let the magic flow.
What it means to deconstruct and what secrets this opens up?
Curiosity, exploring the world of possibilities, and creating for the pure joy of it.
And more…

Nick’s on a mission to raise consciousness through the art he creates in the world - no matter what art form that is. He believes everyone is a creator with the ability to explore and express their inner genius - and in this episode he shows you how.

“To me, feeling inspired is just an energetic frequency. It's an emotional frequency that just tops everything.”

Contact Info:

INSTAGRAM.COM/NICKONKEN
FACEBOOK.COM/NICKONKENINC
LINKEDIN.COM/IN/NICKONKEN

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“Words are like magic and sentences are like spells. They can take on multiple meanings. They can put things in motion. They are so powerful.”

Justin Sharpe is the serial entrepreneur with several companies and a wide range of lived experiences.

Listen to this conversation, and you’ll get an insight into how a deep-thinking entrepreneur processes his thoughts, experiences, and personal stories. It’s this depth of thinking that first drew me to Justin. I was inspired by his insatiable commitment to scrutinize himself for the purpose of knowing his truth.

This episode dives deep into Justin’s personal life philosophies. We learn how his mother’s origin story led to an incredibly difficult childhood and how Justin chose to see his life through a more empowering lens and create a beautiful life for himself. You’ll hear about the tools and practices Justin uses to go inwards and create his realities. We also explore definitions of purpose and how who you are can matter more than what you do.

“Choosing fascination and intrigue, ultimately leads me to gratitude.”

Key takeaways:

How Justin brings conscious awareness to his unconscious operating systems.
Integrating the wisdom of the mind, body, and soul.
How words are magic and sentences are spells.
Redefining our ability to navigate fear.
Setting ourselves up to have deeper questions.
How the higher self communicates to us through our body.
Unpacking the programming of our subconscious.
Remembering that we have the power to CHOOSE.
Leading with intrigue and curiosity.
Why the context of Justin’s mom’s story matters.

Contact Info:

Check out facebook >>> https://www.facebook.com/justsharpe

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“The process of enlightenment may be realizing that reality in life exists for us and that we have the capacity to transform it and our relationship to it just by perspective alone.”

Craig Villani has been in the yoga space for decades. A teacher since 1999, Craig has guided thousands of facilitators and instructors through one of the world’s most challenging hatha yoga teacher training programs.

For Craig, yoga is about creating space for transformation, connection, exploring oneness, and knowing self. In this episode, Craig shares how the gift of witnessing and participating in human transformation empowered him to “midwife it, facilitate it, and assist it.”

Craig’s insights about transformation, combined with his lived experience, make him a must-hear guest. I’m rarely blown away by people because of the amount of work they’ve done on themselves. Craig is the exception.

Blurb 3: Why the listener wants to listen to this episode

Key takeaways:

Why is the word ALLOW so powerful.
What is bliss?
Witnessing humans in transformation.
The layered definition of yoga.
Exploring the different aspects of self.
Why we choose to forget.
The role of death on the path to liberation.
The gift of holding space.
Unfolding the veil that separates our selves.
Experiencing wholeness and fulfillment in our lives.

“I used yoga as a Trojan horse to deliver the message of connection, transformation, expansion, and awakening.”

Contact Info:

Check out https://rajayogaacademy.com

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“I believe every morning when I wake up, and I give gratitude for the fact that my family's still alive and my kids are healthy that I'm living my dream every with my eyes wide open.”

This episode brings the Feast It Forward series to a close with a doozy of a conversation with visionary thinker Katie Hamilton. Katie is the founder and visionary behind Feast It Forward - an intentional cultural lifestyle that combines food, wine, music, and philanthropy spiked with design. Inside this unique, no judgment, adult playground, people can connect, come together, and thrive.

Katie’s story is one of joining dots, thriving because of NO, and following the call to serve in a big way after her mentor’s daughter was diagnosed with the rare neurological disorder Rett Syndrome.

Tune in and get activated by Katie’s visionary gifts, her tenacity to live her dream, and her unshakeable commitment to leaving her blueprint in a world of naysayers.

“Oddly, I am I'm fueled by no, and, and the fact that failing makes me stronger, like the pandemic made me stronger. Like I'm best with my back against the wall.”

Key takeaways:

Back story - how Feast It Forward came to be.
The art of joining up the dots of your life to create magic.
Why Katie LOVES hearing no.
The tenacity that makes big things happen.
Creating an empowered relationship with failure.
How we mistake passionate confidence for cockiness and ego.
The power of doing what you love.
The art of mindfully turning off the bullsh*t.
And more…

“The earplugs are in, and I'm only listening to my advocates and the people that support me.”

Contact Info:

Check out feast.network.

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“True liberation is found in the journey of self-love”

After my experiences during July 2022, I’ve come to believe that the entire game of life is about discovering how to love yourself.

The month started with a vulnerable conversation with Gina about codependency and outsourcing the responsibility we both have to self love. What followed was a month of expansive exploration round what it means to love myself and a renewed commitment to creating a f*ck YES, 10/10, conscious and flowing relationship.

I’m sharing everything I learned in this episode, so it’s full of practical tips as well as vulnerable personal reflections. You’ll discover self-love examples and definitions to understand what self-love looks like. You’ll explore how life offers mirrors to ignite a self-love expansion. And perhaps most valuably, you’ll learn my systematic framework for loving yourself.

As usual, Georgina El Morshdy is here to help guide the conversation. This one’s a doozy. Don’t miss it!

“When you live in your heart, the cloudiness of life cannot dim your light.”

Key takeaways:

Relationship mirrors for igniting an exploration into self-love
What it’s like to demand a 10/10 relationship for yourself
Replacing codependency with self-love
Why we outsource self-love
Understanding how self-love is an inner game
My systematic framework for loving yourself
How to ensure a desire to ‘be better’ doesn’t become a destructive force
Why we feel the need to DO in order to be loved
What nature teaches us about self-love
And more…

Contact Info:

Georgina’s Instagram | Facebook | Website
Raj’s contact details. Instagram | Website

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“I'd watch so many people find their way through painful experiences so that when I experienced mine, I had this deep sense of knowing that I wouldn't get lost in it, that I would meander out eventually.”

Dr. Sherry is a clinical psychologist, speaker, podcaster, yoga teacher, mental advocate, and bestselling author who’s just published her latest book - Touching Two Worlds. Through her company, ZenFounder, Dr. Sherry empowers leaders and entrepreneurs to do hard things by exploring creative ways to get unstuck.

Despite grief being a certainty, most of us struggle to navigate the landscape of loss. Dr. Sherry lost her dad to cancer and her brother to suicide within six months of each other. In this episode, Dr. Sherry shares what she learned through her experience of “touching two worlds.” This conversation is a potent exploration of death, loss, and grief inspired by Dr. Sherry’s own lived wisdom combined with her experience guiding others through painful experiences.

Sherry’s wisdom inspires the confidence to learn how to grieve while providing an invitation to explore your own relationship with death and dying.

“The book is called touching two worlds because of that, because of the permission to be in grief and in the shadowy dark places, and also to be enjoy and be in creative creativity and be in love and being gratitude.”

Blurb 3: Why the listener wants to listen to this episode

Key takeaways:

Differentiating between moments to learn and moments to grieve and feel.
Integrating the mind, heart, and body.
Meaning-making as a strategy for escapism.
Allowing as a tool for presence and integration.
Sherry’s experience of fighting for her brother.
“I love you”… the most powerful force on this planet.
Noticing the traces of love throughout our lives.
The art of touching two worlds.
How circus arts helped Sherry navigate grief.
Making an appointment with grief.
What is aliveness?

Contact Info:

Buy Sherry’s new book >>> https://www.touchingtwoworlds.com
Explore Sherry’s work here >>> https://www.sherrywalling.com
Listen to Sherry’s podcast >>> https://www.sherrywalling.com/podcast

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“Resistance is a doorway and on the other side of that doorway can be a lot of power.”

It was such a joy to meet Jetta Blaine at the Feast It Forward Festival. Jetta is a lifestyle integration coach that specializes in using the plant medicine Kambo to facilitate shadow work, catharsis, and rapid transformation. Jetta has a gift for holding space for medicine journeys that guide people to a place of deep healing and purging.

I have been wanting to bring on more experts to discuss plant medicines on the show for some time now. In my experience, plant medicines and substances are incredible tools for expanding consciousness and revealing aspects of our inner world that we can’t see.

Although I have never personally tried Kambo, I’m very inspired to learn about different types of substances and rituals for healing & transformation. I was very grateful for the unexpected opportunity to learn about a new healing modality with someone so experienced and skilled with the medicine.

Tune in now to hear Jetta, and I explore topics that include:

Defining the word wholeness.
The courage to embrace hard conversations.
The moment Jetta took responsibility for her life.
What does it mean to bypass?
How toxic positivity can prevent us from doing the work.
The power of getting the right support for your inner work journey.
Inspiring the courage to go within.
How to know you’re ready for a medicine journey, and how do you decide what to take.
Defining somatics and building a relationship with your body.
Jetta’s journey back to optimum health.
The one-way ticket to India.
And more…

“Oftentimes the most difficult journeys can be the most powerful.”

In this episode, Jetta shares the story that guided her to explore and then practice different healing modalities. This conversation is a reminder that there are many ways to heal. We get to find the modalities that work best for our needs and desires. In the process, we’re invited to use our own discernment while still having reverence for all healing tools.

After all, the journey to liberate yourself deserves reverence for all the experiences it leads you through.

If you’re curious to learn more about plant medicines as a tool for your journey, this episode is for you.

“I always say that my practice is to assist people's human journey to wholeness because that's all we ever really want in life.”

Contact Info:

Email me@moonflowerinsights.com
MoonFlowerKambo on Instagram.
Website - https://moonflowerinsights.com

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“You never want to be the person that accepts your situation and complains when you get there.”

It was such a buzz to record this episode live at the Feast it Forward Festival. Kosha Dillz is an improv artist and freestyle rap teacher who performs in the street all over the world. He’s been rapping for over 20 years, and one of his songs, “Cellular Phone” - was featured in a Bud Light Superbowl ad.

Kosha Dillz has a special gift for freestyle. As an artist, he can rap about anything and everything (as you’ll hear at the end of the episode). Through his artistry, he dreams of uniting various groups of people for the better.

Kosha Dillz’s story is one of hustle, determination, humility, and inspiration. It’s a tale of NEVER giving up.

“One day, you're gonna have to truly get down to the bare bones of why you do what you do.”

As you’ll hear in the episode, it takes a particular sort of courage to be able to freestyle. Kosha Dillz shares with us the pressure of having to wow the crowd within 30 seconds to keep them hooked. In this episode, we talk a lot about the art of being comfortable with being uncomfortable and how the freestyle world inspires you to believe in yourself.

Here’s a flavor of what we explore together.

How Kosha Dillz got started.
Learning how to create a show that grabs people in.
Cultivating a relationship with fear.
Embracing synchronicities.
Learning to believe in yourself.
Proving yourself to others.
Learning to love yourself.
Sticking with the dream and knowing it’s going to happen.
And more…

I love to talk with people who love what they do. This conversation with Kosha Dillz was so creative and so much fun. I can’t wait for you to check it out. Be sure to listen right to the end so you can hear the impromptu rap inspired by our conversation.

“If you hang around long enough, something’s about to happen, someone's bound to happen.”

Contact Info:

Check out @koshadillz

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“This month has been doing the work, having the journeys, experiencing the energetic upleveling, and clearing my own beliefs about myself and the way the world is supposed to be and stepping into my power as a creator.”

Welcome to my June reflection. This one’s a big one! Hands down, June 2022 has been one of the most powerful months of growth and evolution I’ve ever experienced in the 4-5 years of my choosing to go inwards.

This month, I learned to look at my life with radical responsibility for everything that’s showing up - no matter how incredible or challenging. I got to remember that I am the cause of all that I see and that insight gifted me a new lens to look at the world.

Thanks to powerful healing experiences with gifted mentors and deep conversations with myself, I’ve been able to uplevel in so many ways. I’m grateful for all the mirrors that showed up in June, each of them empowering me to step out of my own way and reclaim the knowing that I am the creator in my life.

“How can we remove our limitations and the belief systems and the stories that stop us from truly actually owning our power? Because our power is that we are powerful creators. We can have anything we want.”

June turned out to be a massive turning point in my own journey. I learned how much you can grow when you choose to pay attention to the right things.

As usual, your old friend Georgina El Morshdy is here to hold space and help guide the conversation to ensure you get the most out of it. Here’s an overview of the topics and insights we explored:

How Steve Little (a recent guest) inspired my June uplevel.
Learning to play in the realm of energetics.
Deep healing of my entitlement wound.
How I subconsciously create realities I don’t want.
Removing the things that keep me from Creator Mode.
Tools for shifting into empowered states of being.
The power to choose how you feel.
Growing through the power of conscious relationships.
Understanding that my soul chose to experience liberation.
How I integrate the lessons that life is teaching me.
Finding your edge and settling in to play.
And more!

“Our souls are here to expand and we call in that expansion in the form of partners or challenges. Life keeps meeting you to the challenge that allows you to rise.

I’m so grateful for this podcast and I’m grateful for you. I’m so grateful that you’ve given me this space to share my journey and it lifts my heart to know my sharing is activating and inviting something in you.

This episode is a reminder of how powerful we all are - even in a challenging world that can leave us feeling unsure and uncertain. When you remember that YOU are the creator in your life, everything changes. I hope this episode reminds you of that.

Contact Info:

Georgina’s Instagram | Facebook | Website
Raj’s contact details. Instagram | Website

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“You will find music that will speak to what you are going through at any time in your life.”

I recorded this conversation with Christian Swain LIVE at the Feast it Forward Festival. Christian is the founder, producer, and host of the Rock n Roll Archaeology Project. He’s also involved with Pantheon Podcasts. He’s the lead vocalist of Tinman and has been playing with his band for the last 17 years. Christian also describes himself as a political raconteur. As you’ll hear in the show, he has interesting insight on all kinds of topics. It’s one of the things that made this episode so powerful to record.

This episode was a reminder to me that there’s always a thread to be found in a great conversation. It doesn’t matter who I talk to, there’s always a route back to topics that help us remember who we are. Through these conversations, we get to meet life with presence to connect back with what is - allowing the energy of the moment to inspire everything we do and everything we become.

“Tragedy opens up a different part of you in some ways.”

Christian dives deep in this episode and shares his heart, his wisdom, and his life. We touch on so many topics, from the climate crisis to Christian’s experience of being involved in a mass shooting. At each stage, we return to the influence of music, how it aids belonging, and the power it holds to help you discover who you are.

Tune in now to hear Christian and I explore:

How does music feed your soul?
Waking up to bigger dimensions of life.
PTSD from a mass shooting experience.
Learning to move through grief.
Discovering who you are through music.
Hearing Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon for the first time.
The role forgiveness has played in Christian’s life.
Climate crisis.

“Art is about pulling out those feelings which are universal of which we all try to hide at one time or another.”

Music is a powerful connector. It can bring us together, speak for us when the right words elude us, and activate specific moods to change the way we feel.

There’s music for every occasion, every one of life’s moments, and for every human. Tune in now and soak up a beautiful conversation about discovering who you are through music.

Contact Info:

Check out Pantheon Podcasts

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“You have the power to manifest anything you want, you just have to put it out there. If you can put it out there and feel it as if it's occurred, it's on its way, it's going to happen.”

My conversation with Steve Little - AKA “The Activator” was the catalyst for some amplified personal growth this month.

Steve is also massively purpose-driven who generously gives his time and money to a wide range of global initiatives including Younglife Africa (which you’ll hear about in the episode).

What I loved most about Steve is the way he integrates energetics into the way he operates in business. Steve reminded me that there are unconscious forces that create our reality every day. As you’ll hear in the episode, Steve takes ownership of his own energetic blueprint by continuously doing the inner work to clear his system of what’s no longer aligned.

“So my experience has been: the clearer I can be, the easier this is.”

Tune in now to hear Steve and I explore:

Steve’s story of supporting AIDS orphans in Africa.
Working with the foremost authority of the Hoʻoponopono ancient Hawaiian healing method.
Self-forgiveness.
Cleaning up what’s within you.
How to create your dream life on a piece of paper.
Finding the balance between leaning back & leaning in.
Why you need to continue to seek.
What Steve does when things aren’t working.
The Starbucks story of universal timing.
And more…

“Inspiration is the universe's pathway to communicate to you.”

I love meeting people who are so bold about the role that energy and spiritual conviction play in creation. In this episode, Steve shares some of the practices that have allowed him to co-create with the universe along with stories that provide proof that the universe is always communicating with you.

Be sure to listen out for the conversation about efforting. It’s towards the end of the episode. It’s one of the most potent things I’ve heard for a while and it’s set me up for a strong month. (I’ll share more in my June reflection episode).

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About Steve
LinkedIn
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“I just made a decision in the seventies when I went to culinary school to change my life and this career and everything that I've done in my career has supported those changes. It's just given me a place to be so grateful because it's been successful.”

Chef Rick Moonen is a multi-award-winning celebrity chef and restaurateur known as the “Godfather of Sustainability”. He’s currently the Master Development Chef for Perry’s Restaurants and Chef Advocate for Feast It Forward, which was where we met and recorded this interview.

For over 25 years, Chef Rick has been a leading advocate for the sustainable seafood movement. He’s been featured in everything from USA Today, to Forbes, Food & Wine, SAVEUR, and GourmetMagazine. He’s also received a number of awards to acknowledge his advocacy for sustainability including Chef of the Year by the Monterey Bay Aquarium in 2011; and Humanitarian of the Year by the American Culinary Federation in 2013.

It was such a privilege to grab this quick conversation with Rick at the Feast It Forward Festival. We chatted about his love for cooking, how he got started, and so much more.

“It's just taking a bite out of the ass of life and just riding it out, buddy. That's what it is.”

Tune in now to hear Rick and I explore:

How Chef Rick Moonen uses cooking to feel connected with himself.
When Chef Rick Moonen fell in love with cooking.
How Chef’s mom influenced the way he cooked.
Understanding your relationship with fear.
Cooking for his dogs.
Cultivating an adoration for life.
And more…

“I want to do everything that can't be done because you only get one run through this hole. So why not experience it all? Believe me, I've learned most of what I've learned in my life from making mistakes, but not being afraid to try.”

There’s so much power in hearing someone’s origin story and getting an insight into how they found their passion and purpose in life. In this power-packed episode, Chef Rick shares some potent life philosophies that will inspire you to stay grounded in the things you care most about.

Contact Info:

Instagram >> https://www.instagram.com/chefmoonen

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“When you're triggered, how the hell is your triggered mind supposed to understand the wisdom of the universe?”

This episode is my May reflection. As usual, some BIG stuff has been moving through me. The constant challenges and up-levels result from choosing to walk my own unique path through life. When you’re looking for the lessons and practicing a lifestyle of awareness, it’s impossible to NOT grow.

But it’s impossible to avoid frustrating setbacks as well! This month, I found myself asking “Why is this happening to me?”

Do you ever find yourself asking that question? For me, this conversation shows up anytime my life doesn’t match my expectations. For example, when I believe something should have happened faster or when I wish I were further along my path.

In the past, these thoughts would get me in a funk. But because of my steady reflection practice, I know there’s a lesson I need to learn (or an experience I need to have). I’m learning to let go of my own attachments and align with the universe’s timeline rather than my own. After all, just because you received a vision or an idea in a flash doesn’t mean the world is ready for it.

This realization was one of my biggest takeaways from May. I reveal more in this episode.

“Life is not about trying to not be human. It is to actually embrace our human. It is to be in the human. It is to feel the pain. It is to be with what is happening in the world. It is to truly connect with what is while also remembering that there is a greater plan.”

As usual, your old friend Georgina El Morshdy is here to hold space and help guide the conversation to ensure you get the most out of it. Here’s an overview of the juicy topics and insights that came up.

How, as a society, we’ve normalized the wrong things.
Why our individual, reflective work contributes to the evolution of our collective consciousness.
The impact of big T and little t traumas on our lives.
The mind can’t have all the answers.
How we react when things don’t happen as fast as we want them to.
Reconnecting with our vision.
And more…

‘The big conundrum that I think that I constantly have to be reminded of is just because it's not happening on my timeline. doesn't mean it's not happening in perfect time.”

These monthly reflections are a core element of how I practice a lifestyle of awareness.

Sometimes I come to record these episodes with pages of notes. Other times I have fewer written thoughts but a lot of stuff in the air. Part of staying grounded is my monthly ritual to unpack and process what’s coming up. Sure, there are some months when I don’t feel like sitting down to reflect. I question if it’s the best use of my time. But without exception, I’m always glad I made it a priority because the experience always informs clarity and confidence in a path less traveled.

I hope that by sharing these reflections with you, they inspire you to embark on your own ritual.

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Georgina’s Instagram | Website
Raj’s contact Instagram | Website

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“In order to serve our family, to serve our friends, to serve the community, we have to serve ourselves.”

Self-care is no longer a luxury, It’s a necessity. What’s more, as a culture, we desperately need to transform our definition of self-care. It’s not all luxury massages and delightful bubble baths! Instead, self-care is about asking for help and getting support from your ‘village’ so you can overcome the common inhibitors of time, guilt, shame, and negativity bias.

Jaime McFadden is an international self-care specialist, health coach, and thought-leader on cultivating a lifestyle of guilt-free wellness. She’s also the host of the What’s The Word podcast.

I recorded this conversation LIVE on Memorial Day Weekend at Feast It Forward festival in Napa.

I was so inspired by Jaime’s story of holistic self-care backed by a village of support. Jaime is a bold, vibrant soul with masses of energy. I was mesmerized by her story and her vision. In this episode, she shared publicly for the first time the life experiences that took her to the brink and inspired her to bring a self-care message to the world. Don’t miss it!

“I'm going to choose me for the rest of my life, no matter what that takes.”

As a busy mom and successful entrepreneur, Jaime’s story is proof of what’s possible when we choose ourselves. With the right support, you can hold a lot! For example, Jaime was in full-on book launch mode during the Feast It Forward festival. Her NEW book WAVES of Self-Care is out now.

Jaime wrote this book to inspire people to dig deep and discover what they need to enhance their well-being, one baby step at a time.

Here’s an overview of all the awesome things we got to chat about.

Redefining the word selfish.
Why do we sometimes need to hit burnout before we’ll ask for help?
Life is precious.
Surrendering the need to hold on.
How Jaime’s childhood dreams, premonitions, and visions pushed her to the brink.
The power of micro-choices on the recovery journey.
Experiencing life as a wave.
How our presence sparks a ripple of impact.
The healing power of self-care.
And more…

In a world where so much is demanded of us, prioritizing self-care and asking for help is one of the most empowering things we can do. I hope this beautiful conversation with Jaime inspires you to build yourself a village and prioritize your self-care.

“The best way that we can present ourselves to the world is when we've actually been a little selfish.”

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Buy Jaime’s book >>>WAVES of Self-Care

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“When you place your awareness on your body and on your sensations and allow–through the depth of your presence with that sensation, the sensation actually expands, the sensation deepens and more feminine wisdom is revealed.”

As human consciousness evolves, we’re beginning to discover the true power of energetics as a creative and manifesting force. In a world where masculine energy has dominated for millennia, the rise of the divine feminine opens a new gateway for conscious leadership.

As a result, more people are getting inspired to understand the role of feminine energy and embodiment as a pathway to freedom, fulfillment, and happiness.

This episode’s guest is the founder of The Way of Devotion, the incredible Nina Lombardo.

In her work as a teacher, mentor, and artist, Nina supports women in embodying their most authentic spiritual and sexual expressions. Through workshops, retreats, and private mentoring, she provides women with somatic-based tools to embody their love and deepen their capacity for intimacy and connection, so they can create the lives and relationships they yearn for.

I was drawn to Nina because, for me, she’s done the work to integrate both masculine and feminine energies within herself. I can feel it in her expression and her presence. It’s one of the attributes that makes Nina an exceptional leader in the art of polarity, devotion, authentic expression, and yearning.

“Devotion is really the marriage of love and commitment. It's becoming the embodiment of love because there is something that you love.”

Key takeaways:

Understanding feminine energy & embodiment.
Becoming aware of our numbness and why we’re afraid to feel.
Why our authentic expression requires an attunement to love.
Polarity and the exquisite dance between the masculine & the feminine.
Understanding how devotion transcends service.
Calling more love, intimacy, and devotion into your work and relationships.
And more…

I’ve come to learn that mastering the art of living is to master the art of polarity. When you understand how masculine and feminine energies dance together, you can create more intimacy, devotion, and love in your relationships, work, art, and more.

This episode is a powerful gateway for demystifying the feminine and understanding the potency of embodiment. If you care about conscious leadership, you won’t want to miss it!

“The feminine is the energy and the content and the stuff of life… I also refer to the feminine as love or this equality of yearning in the universe that propels creation, the feminine is creation.”

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“When you have that time and space to really reflect and sit in your st, to be able to actually be there with it and feel it, sit in it, process it, you quickly develop your boundaries, your parameters, you know what you won't do in the future.”

What if there was a place in the world where you could recalibrate to your soul’s calling - AKA your geographical home.

Zarak Fatah is a transformational Life Coach who guides male entrepreneurs to experience more aliveness, love, deeper meaning, and purpose through his events and coaching. Zarak is a man who walks his talk. His 40th birthday brought a stark, undeniable realization that he wasn’t where he wanted to be (and where he thought he would be).

This wake-up was the catalyst for igniting a 180-degree shift in his life.

Zarak swapped the city for the jungle, reinvented himself, and as a result, is now living his dream of a healthy, balanced, fulfilling life. In this episode, he shares how he got here.

“Wipe the slate clean. I can now be whoever I want to be.”

If you feel the call to reinvent your life and step more fully into what your soul intended, this delicious conversation is the catalyst you need.

These are the key takeaways that Zarak and I explored together:

What does it mean to be ALIVE?
Stepping away from aspects of life to more deeply connect with yourself.
Why we’re called to specific geographical locations.
How stepping away elevates your clarity.
Differentiating between the voices of obligation and vanity versus truth.
The unintentional choices that change us to the core.
The difference between masculine & feminine energy.
What the ego protects us from.
The journey of reparenting yourself.
Rewriting the stories to change your life.
Choosing to believe that love is safe.
And more…

This episode is a masterclass in vulnerability. You rarely get to see someone pouring out their heart in such an open and honest way.

There’s not enough vulnerability in our world. As a result, it’s hard for us to cultivate deep connections and express the buried things in our souls. Zarak is an incredible example of what it means to not only be vulnerable but to use the courage to show up as fuel to inspire others.

I believe the more we see vulnerability, the more we can pattern match to its safety. Eventually, being vulnerable becomes a genuine option for you. Imagine how that could change our lives - and ultimately the world.

“They say the longest journey is from the head to the heart, right. That’s the longest journey we’ll ever go on.”

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https://www.zarkfatah.com
Instagram - http://instagram.com/zarkfatah

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“Tuning into silence is just taking time to listen to nothing in particular… just tuning into the simple essence of what is.”

The WHO has ranked noise pollution as only second to air pollution in its impact on human well being. Our world has become noisier and noisier. We’re constantly bombarded with stimuli and notifications competing for our attention. As a result, it’s becoming harder than ever to disconnect from external chaos and sink into the depths within.

Justin Zorn & Leigh Marz are the authors of Golden: The Power of Silence in a World of Noise. Their perspectives and work on reclaiming the presence of silence in our lives has been taught to the U.S. Congress, Harvard, and Google. Justin & Leigh are committed to empowering people to reclaim silence in their lives - so they can experience the joy of connection, rest, and deep listening.

Justin & Leigh are here to remind us that silence does exist in the world. We just have to find it, honor it, and sink into it. In turn, we’ll experience mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health benefits.

“Silence is the prerequisite for everything we need to do.”

I love how embodied Justin & Leigh are with their message around silence. The conversation we had was so rich and mindful. Together, we unpacked the psychology and science of silence from so many different angles and perspectives.

Key takeaways include:

Defining silence.
Silence, noise and their relationship with productivity & GDP.
Understanding health issues & life years lost because of auditory noise.
Becoming aware of our internal noise.
Differentiating between stress & aliveness.
How to tune into silence.
How Cyrus Habib became a connoisseur of creation.
Seeking ‘eudaimonia’.
Exploring the discomfort of being.
Why Pythagoras required members of his inner circle to spend five years in silence.
And more…

If you’re ready to allow silence to be your greatest teacher, tune into this powerful episode to learn how to embody the practice of silence. In turn, you’ll discover how to access new depths of who you are through connectedness, slowness, and pristine quite.

“All wisdom, traditions revere silence. There's old technology here to be accessed and I think that's the realm we're in.”

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Check out www.leighmarz.com
Check out www.justinzorn.com

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“I really feel like I'm getting to that point where I now know when something undesirable is happening, like a trigger it's here to teach me something and it's on me. It's my responsibility to understand what that is.”This episode is my personal reflection for April 2022. Looking back, April was a very triggering month for me. I had a lot of things happening in my work, my relationships, and my relationship with self. It’s been an emotionally charged month. It was tough navigating everything and the combination of experiences made me feel exposed. In turn, I instinctively sought external validation from those I love.

As I shined the light of awareness on this pattern, I was able to uncover the learning opportunity. I saw the invitation to deepen further into self-love. I heard the call to take responsibility to fill up my own cup. To create internal validation. To know at a deeper level who I am is enough.

It’s been a beautiful journey that’s sparked so much growth - and I can’t wait to share it with you in this episode.

“My mind wants to go out there and create, and it's constantly looking for ways to screw up a good thing, to stay angry, to stay mad because that is familiar.”As usual, my good friend and muse Georgina EL Morshdy is here to hold space and guide the conversation. As you’ll hear in the episode, a lot of what I’m processing around validation and perception is something Georgina’s also working on.

The synchronicities are magical.

In this episode, Georgina & I explore:

Listening to others through the lens of presence.
How I’m deepening into my triggers.
Conditioning ourselves to find love within.
How staying grounded connects me with my power.
Discerning the energy that you’re making decisions from.
Remembering who I really am.
Who would you be if you followed your heart & flowed with life?
Why every emotional experience is an opportunity to learn.
And more…

What I love most about my monthly reflection episodes. It's that the insights I share come from my lived experiences. I'm not planning to have these lessons. I'm not trying to find things to share with you! Instead, these growth opportunities show up for me organically. Using the lens of reflection and awareness, I make sure I learn from them.

I hope you find something in here that benefits your lived experiences.

“The only way to actually heal that perception was to fill my own cup up and give myself what I needed instead of seeking it from other people. The change that is inspired in my life is monumental.”
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Raj details >> www.rajjana.com Instagram
Georgina >>> www.findyouryou.co.uk Instagram.

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“Can I love what it is and love it exactly the way it is?”

Phoebe Mroczek is my soul sister and one of the most inspiring women I know. She’s been on a relentless pursuit of the greatest levels of love in herself over the past few years and I’ve witnessed her transformation first-hand. Her desire to step into new levels of leadership for herself, her relationship, and her work is so inspiring.

And in this multi-faceted conversation, we explore it all. What does self-love really look like, why we need to befriend the body instead of transcending it, how to accept ALL of life (not just the good bits) - and so much more.

“I've been very spiritual, very outside my body which has been great. And I've kind of lived in the clouds and loved in the clouds and created from there and to actually get into my body… it's not real until it clicks for you.”

Phoebe Mroczek is the advisor for people who feel unclear, unfulfilled, or unsatisfied with multiple areas of their lives. As an energetic intelligence leader and a media personality in the consciousness space, Phoebe empowers people to create an incredible life, not just a thriving business. As a curious explorer and recovering perfectionist, she’s traveled to nearly 70 countries on 6 continents, been cage diving with great white sharks, camped in the Serengeti, and motorcycled across 15 countries in Europe.

Tune in now to hear Phoebe and I explore:

What does a practice of presence look like?
Converting knowledge into mastery.
The life-changing impact of getting into the body.
Re patterning the internal dialogue to empower yourself.
The potent opportunity for women right now.
The most beautiful compliment you can give yourself and others.
The self-love scavenger hunt.
Questions and tactics for deepening into your self-love journey.
How relationships hold the power to cultivate deeper levels of self-love.
And more…

If you’re looking for a shot of inspiration that will connect you back to the truth of who you are, this episode is for you. Tune in now.

“You can't love what you can't accept.”

Contact Info:

www.unbecomingpodcast.com
https://www.facebook.com/phoebemroczek1
https://www.instagram.com/phoebemroczek/
https://www.phoebemroczek.com

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“The most important thing that you can ever give another person is your loving presence.”

I first met this episode’s guest at a dinner. We had an instant connection that led to a deep spiritual conversation. Since that moment, I’ve been so excited to have Dr. Amy Albright on the show.

“When we're really, really present with someone else, there's actually an energetic layer that opens up in our field and merges with the other.”

Dr. Amy Albright is on a mission to advance humanity. She’s a top-tier executive coach, and strategic business advisor to high-level CEOs, leaders of multi-million & billion-dollar companies, and social change makers. With over 20 years’ experience, Dr. Amy serves as the life-changing catalyst in her clients’ lives. Through her unorthodox methods, Dr. Amy guides her clients through extraordinary transformations using her cutting-edge blend of neuroscience, consciousness, personal development, and business success.

Our conversation was so rich and delicious. Amy has access to an incredible depth of wisdom and information. She blew me away and I know she’ll do the same for you too.

Here’s an overview of everything we explored:

What is spiritual intuition?
Why do some people wake up and others don’t?
Leaning into moments of truth.
Remembering and reconnecting with indigenous wisdom.
What is a spiritual gift?
Expanding our level of consciousness.
What is presence?
The most important thing you can give to another.
What’s happening in presence.
The Holon Breath Practice for activating presence.
Bifurcation is why we suffer.
The potency of making meaning from nature.

“We, as mammals, are designed to be inside of that state of presence and for that state of presence to be super healing. So as soon as we go into that, it's sort of self fulfills.”

If you’re ready to discover the magic that can happen inside of presence - as well as some techniques that can take you there - do not miss this incredible conversation with Dr. Amy Albright.

Contact Info:

Website: https://holonevolution.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-game-changer

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I love having previous guests back on the show. The new conversation reminds me how far I’ve come in my own journey of awareness. I’ll always remember the first time I met Ron Baker because until that moment, I knew nothing about the concept of an inner child.

Ron was one of the first teachers that taught me to go within for the answers, the awareness, and the healing. His impact on me was profound. In this conversation, we pick up the theme of the inner child and expand it to embrace the emerging self. We explore the intense wisdom that your soul’s curriculum has as you navigate this incarnation on earth. We talk about Ron’s new book and how it’s been inspired by his soul. No book can match the book of the soul and it's clear that Ron’s new book was written from the most soulful of places.

“There are deeper truths that you are waiting to find and grow into.”

This conversation is so rich and delicious. Tune in now to hear Ron and I explore:

Understanding the concept of a soul emergence.
What self-care is and what it isn’t.
How to know what’s your truth.
The concept of: Do unto yourself what you would do to others.
Using breath to release stored emotion safely.
Claiming self as the main prize.
Ron’s experience of doing an audible recording of his book.
And more…

There’s so much freedom in discovering what the soul is here to do. There’s so much peace in understanding that our wounding helps create a soul curriculum for this life that serves to expand and evolve us. In this beautiful episode, Ron helps us remember the depth of truth that can be found inside. After all, when we know it’s there, we feel compelled to go and find it.

“Just think about all the facets of self. There is so dang much for us to learn and grow into and discover about self. Just self.”

Contact Info:

Check out Ron’s site - https://www.ronbaker.net
Get Ron’s book on Amazon - Bright Lights, Big Empty.

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"You are not anxious. Anxiousness is just present. It's just there. How do we nurture ourselves through the anxiousness and let it be there?"

This week’s guest is one of the most magical humans I know. Gina Worful is a registered dietician and a master of human nutrition. Her work in this field is beautifully unique. Gina doesn’t teach meal planning or strict dieting rules but instead empowers her clients to connect with their bodies by eating more intuitively.

Gina’s work offers people a pathway back to your true self using food as a bridge to create deeper relationships with every part of your life. The path Gina’s offering is the path of resonance, where we get to feel into our energetic relationship with different experiences.

This is such a beautiful conversation and I’m excited for you to hear it.

“Energetically, if you're in a scarcity place and you try to suppress it and overcome it, it's probably always still going to be there driving.”

In this episode, Gina and I explore:

Understanding that your body’s symptoms have something to teach you.
The energetic signatures that drive our behavior.
Gifting yourself the permission to feel difficult feelings.
The energetic frequency of food and how your body responds.
The energy of money.
How intuition is cultivated.
How Gina cultivated hte courage to feel.
And more…

This is a beautiful, winding conversation where Gina and I play with, explore, and unpack the energetic frequencies of food, money, & life experiences… because who you are being is just as important as what you are doing.

“Living into your hearts and feeling the fears that you don't want to feel, and it's the bravest work”

Contact Info:

www.ginaworful.com/programs
https://www.instagram.com/gina.worful/

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“Everything comes back down to this conversation around feeling and healing and learning to go deep within ourselves and remember who we are.”

I’m so pumped to share my monthly reflection for March with you. This was a rich, potent conversation about the path to experiencing deep love and self trust through being present with every feeling that exists within you. There was a time when I lived above my neck only, disconnected from my emotions and the whispers of my soul. Going inward and reconnecting with my emotional body has been both challenging and one of the most beautiful adventures I’ve ever had.

Most people live in their minds, unconsciously disconnected from their bodies from a fear of feeling something they don’t even realize they are afraid of feeling.

But as you’ll hear in this episode, when you find the courage to go inwards and feel what you truly feel, your life expands in ways your mind cannot even fathom.

Tune in to hear more…

“You need to know that going inward will not kill you. The mind needs to know that if your life changes too much, you're going to be okay.”

As usual, Georgina El Morshdy is back to hold space for us as we navigate the emotional highs and lows of March 2022 - and all the love and lessons this month offered.

Tune in now to hear us explore:

Different levels of knowing
The power of finding soul-deep conviction.
Why I allow myself to feel the grief of losing loved ones
The journey of increasing our capacity to hold life.
Book recommendations for walking this path.
Techniques for connecting with your emotions.
The power of your breath as a healing tool.
How journaling helps me process & release.
Understanding the body as a vessel for divinity.
And more…

If you’re ready to connect more deeply with the truth of who you are and learn how your feelings can be a gateway, this episode is for you. Packed with tips, first-hand experiences, and deep insights, this potent conversation will inspire something in your soul. Check it out.

“ I'm stepping into co-creating with the universe instead of trying to hustle my *way and force my way to success. I'm learning to listen to the whispers and honor that sort of slower feminine flow.”*

Contact Info:

Raj contact details
Georgina - FB & Instagram

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“Financially happy is a philosophy or a state of being. It’s this idea that you can be both happy and wealthy now.”

As a society, we’ve guided ourselves into a challenging relationship with money. Money is the thread that flows through EVERYTHING. It’s the ultimate connector that ties us all together. Due to the way society is structured, most of us can’t live without money! Yet, we decided to make money an emotionally charged taboo.

And it’s disempowering us.

This episode’s guest - Finnian Kelly - is here to offer up a new perspective on money and wealth-creation. His own life experiences have taught him how to combine money with spirituality - so you can live a more intentional life.

Finnian calls this philosophy Financially Happy, and in this episode, he shows you how you can choose this way of being for yourself.

“Whenever someone says they don’t care about money, they care about money more than anyone else.”

Finnian Kelly is the creator of the Financially Happy movement, a world-renown keynote speaker, and an Intentional Living Guide. He’s built and excited two multi-million-dollar businesses in the financial industry as well as running a private wealth management company that managed $100s million. He’s appeared on Sky Business and Ten’s morning shows as a financial expert. He was also an Undercover Angel in the popular National Geographic series. Dubbed the Business Mystic, Finnian helps people feel connected with their money so they can be intentional and live in the now - one breath at a time.

In this incredible episode, Finnian and I explore:

How to transform your relationship with money
Empowering women around money to heal the divine feminine wound.
The reason financial freedom is a dangerous goal to have.
The concept of money as a magnifier.
Using money as a tool to identify and heal personal pain and trauma.
Tapping into heart wisdom to live a wealthier life.
Why you need to focus on your feelings.
The shift you experience when you live from a place of love, NOT fear.
What’s the spiritual purpose of creating more wealth?
And more…

If you’re challenged by money and financial matters create a trigger that disrupts your spiritual path, this episode is for you. By the end of this deep-dive conversation, you’ll create an opportunity for yourself to feel excited and energized by money.

Check it out.

“Money on itself is not evil. Money is not amazing. Money is just a connector, it’s just energy. We put our own energy onto it, and that determines how it works for us.”

How to contact Finnian

Discover how to be Financially Happy at www.financiallyhappy.com
Learn more about Finnian’s story at www.finniankelly.com
Email Finnian at Finnian@finniankelly.com
Follow Finnian on Instagram

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“The emotions are just like a little kid – they’re gonna keep coming at us wanting to say what they need to say until they’ve been heard and acknowledged.”

Victor Pierantoni is a top-rated Results Coach who’s worked with hundreds of clients. He’s the founder of Zen Stoic - a method of emotional mastery that blends the timeless wisdom of two ancient schools: Zen Buddhism (from the East) and Stoicism (from the West).

This methodology was developed as a result of Victor’s life experiences.

After Victor’s mom died of cancer when he was just seven, Victor learned that everything you love can disappear in a flash. When his dad was diagnosed with melanoma, Victor felt called to help him not suffer mentally.

The Zen Stoic path empowers people to savor the present moment while simultaneously preparing to lose everything. It’s a beautiful methodology that can lead you to unshakeable inner peace combined with the strength to take on anything.

“When the emotions have not been acknowledged or felt, they’ll stick around until they are.”

In this beautiful episode, Victor and I explore:

Why do we need the sledgehammer instead of the whisper?
The reason that we struggle to feel our emotions.
How a question to a friend pulled Victor into the coaching world.
Redefining leadership.
How Victor responded to his Dad’s cancer diagnosis.
Strategies for unraveling belief systems.
The intentions & delusions of Zen Stoicism.
Transcending limiting beliefs and cultivating ones that serve you.
Setting ourselves free from the fear of uncertainty.
Finding peace with Zen Stoicism.
And more…

Victor’s specialism is empowering people to resolve their most painful emotions. In this episode, he shows us how to reframe our relationship with challenging emotions to ensure they don’t hold us back.

If you’re someone who struggles to feel and you’re ready to alchemize the feelings that get in your way, then this episode is for you.

“One of the scariest things for us seems to be feeling our feelings.”

Contact Info:

Podcast - The Zen Stoic Path.
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/victor.pierantoni/
Website - https://www.zenstoic.com

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“When I think about creativity, I don’t think about myself as a creator, I think about myself as the vessel for creation.”

Lindsay Sukornyk is a bubble of energy. She’s an infectious soul with a massive personality and an even bigger zest for life. It’s impossible to not feel differently after a conversation with her - so get ready to feel uplifted, energized, and vibrantly inspired.

Lindsay is a TEDx speaker, transformational leadership coach for game changers, blogger at the HuffPost, and mama of 4. She’s the founder of Alive + Awake, where she guides leaders to a place of recharge, reset, and relaunch. Thanks to this path, Lindsay’s clients can discover and share their authentic selves to reach their peak potential and performance. This is because they find their edge, clear out their vessel, and learn to lead with a clear purpose, vision, and values.

In this delicious conversation, Lindsay and I explore how creativity is a gateway to clearing out our connection to source so we can listen to the whispers of the universe and live life in alignment.

“We can achieve infinitely more when we’re coming from a place of divine inspiration, collective consciousness, highest intelligence.”

I resonated deeply with many of the stories shared. We go deep into the limitations of perfectionism and how a desire for high-performance can chip away at our natural flow.

We also talked deeply about the spiritual path through life and what it takes to follow the callings of your soul and trust that everything’s happening for you.

Tune in now to hear us discuss:

The spiral of healing, growth, and evolution.
Navigating life through the lens of curiosity.
Letting go of the fear of being judged.
It’s all made up!
Understanding how we’re imprinted.
What’s behind the desire to fix someone else.
Overcoming perfectionism. It’s OK to be average.
How to liberate yourself from high-performance addiction.
Navigating the fear of our mortality.
Redefining what it means to live at the edge.
And more…

If you’re looking for a shot of energy and a conversation about what it takes to navigate the crucible moments to live an exceptional life, then this is the episode for you.

“When people are in massive trauma and massive crisis, I am like, “Okay, good, maybe now they’re gonna be ready.” There’s a beauty to those shattering moments.”

Contact Info:

https://www.aliveandawake.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lindsayalive
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lsukornyk

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“it's a new experience of learning to live with my full body and accessing intuition and connecting with truths that are present inside my body and my whole soul, my everything.”

February was a month of potent growth for me. As I explore my emotional triggers to lean deeper into my healing journey, I’ve been able to integrate aspects of my shadow and expand my knowing of who I am.

Looking back, February was about subconsciously living through the lens of full-body leadership.

This looked like making decisions and moving through life with my whole body - not just my mind. It meant leveraging the wisdom of the heart, soul, gut, and sacrum in addition to my intellect. This shift in being has felt so powerful.

Experiencing a full-body life has exposed me to expanded realities where everything is magnified and on fire. I’m excited to share these experiences with you in this week’s reflection episode.

“I want that full-body life. Where everything is just on fire and everything is just alive and magnified.”

As usual, your old friend Georgina is here to hold space for us as we navigate all the highs and lows of what was a powerful month.

Tune in to hear us explore:

Full body leadership and accessing the wisdom of all of you.
Sparking growth through the quest for expansion.
Healing the entitled victim.
An example of how your childhood experiences drive your adult beliefs and mindsets.
Understanding where you’re the common denominator in your triggers.
What does it take to be radically honest with your truth so you can heal?
How self-soothing can heal the inner child.
Everything is happening for me.
Healing through dreams.
And more…

Full body leadership inspires all areas of your life - your relationships, business, the pursuit of art and more. Through this leadership approach, you create an opportunity to access the infinite wisdom that is ALL of you. In turn, you can expand, grow, and lean into the deepest levels of impact and fulfillment.

I’m excited to share more about this principle in this week’s powerful reflection episode.

“All my energy centers are just lined up and I just feel this clarity as a result.”

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Georgina - FB & Instagram

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“Our ego was created to protect us. It comes up as a protection mechanism.”

Part of our journey through life is to learn to navigate and work with the ego. The ego is a powerful force that can keep us trapped in a victim mindset, unconscious ways of being, and stories and narratives that aren’t conducive to the way we want to live. As a result, it’s tempting to try to ‘kill’ the ego.

But what if a more powerful path is to learn how to befriend it.

In this episode, I’m talking with Rob Sirstins. Rob is a coach and teacher who helps people find their warrior within so they can change the narrative in their own heads and get on the path of their fullest potential. He’s also a published author whose latest book Ego of The Warrior, empowers people to partner with their ego instead of trying to fight it.

I read the book, it greatly impacted my life, and I’m pumped that you can now tap into Rob’s brilliance through this episode.

“We hear all the time. We need to kill the ego. That's just not possible. What I learned is I want to partner with it.”

I’ve known Rob for a number of years now. He’s a dear friend and we attend many of the same healing communities together. Rob inspires me because he’s so deeply committed to the work. He’s someone who took his healing journey into his own hands - despite the challenges he’s faced.

He was abandoned as a child, he experienced racism and a rock bottom that almost drove him to take his own life. His courage to discover who he really is created a space where the past no longer controlled his future. Today, Rob is a fierce leader who empowers others to claim their fullest potential.

Tune into this episode to hear Rob and I explore:

Understanding the origin of the victim mindset.
Why our egos keep us trapped in disempowering realities.
Finding an awareness that dismantles the victim mentality.
The power of having people call you out on the things you can’t see.
Why self-love is a fundamental aspect of dismantling the victim.
Why your identity fears self-forgiveness.
Developing tools to navigate your ego.
Asking for help.
And more…

Tune in now to discover some practical tips and suggestions - inspired by Rob’s personal experiences - that will help you dismantle your victim mindset and learn to befriend your ego.

“It’s funny how our ego will hold on to the old stories.”

Contact Info:

www.robsirstins.com
https://www.facebook.com/rsirstins
https://www.instagram.com/@robsirstins

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“Consciousness doesn't let wonderful things be marginalized.”

The energy of intimacy is a powerful way to connect deeper with life. In turn, a quest for intimacy can transform your relationship with everything including yourself, your partner, your work, and the world.

I met this episode’s guest at a retreat for people seeking greater levels of intimacy with themselves and their significant others. Stuart Sovatsky was a guest speaker and he blew my mind. When he spoke, EVERYONE listened to his every word.

Stuart’s career has spanned over 4 decades. His experience and wisdom in the relationship, intimacy, and erotic art space makes me want to bow. He’s been a marriage counselor for 44 years and was the first choice to co-direct Ram Dass’s prison ashram, and first in the US to bring yoga to incarcerated youth and the homeless mentally-ill in the 1970s. He’s served at the office of the Dalai Lama and has taught spiritual practices and modalities across the world. He’s the author of multiple books including Advanced Spiritual Intimacy and Words From The Soul. He’s practiced kundalini yoga for 24 years and is the director of two psychotherapy clinics in the San Francisco Bay Area. He teaches at JFK University and the California Institute of Integral Studies.

“It's very grounding to take the mundane aspects of life and not be bored by them.”

The way Stuart moves through life is so inspiring because he instills the concept of devotion and tantra at the core of everything. Stuart meets every person and treats every experience as if God is inside, which means his appreciation and reverence for life is far beyond what most people know is possible.

In this episode, Stuart and I explore:

What is devotional love?
Tackling polarity with shared human experiences.
The intense power of eye gazing as a devotional practice.
Defining tantra.
The simplest secret for letting love in.
Balancing emotions through alternate nostril breathing.
Experiencing the power of reverence.
Stay grounded by appreciating yourself.

Tune in for a beautiful conversation about cultivating a profound reverence for life. It’s time to discover the power of finding a level of depth and potency in the everyday moments.

“The best grounding is you appreciating yourself.”

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“Your shadow work, your mindset, those subconscious programs, is what governs everything in your body. It's the control center. It's the thermostat to the house.”

Shadow work is a huge focus in my life right now and I’m excited to share more in the podcast. In these shadow themed episodes, I’m bringing on people to talk about their experiences of different shadow emotions.

In this episode, Juanique Roney (aka @gutsy_mom) shares her experience with grief.

Juanique is a soul sister to me and one of the most inspiring and powerful women I’ve ever met. She’s had a traumatic five years after her husband Tristin was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in 2017. He died last July. They had two young children.

The way Juanique chose to navigate loss, death, and grief is one of the most powerful and inspirational things I’ve ever witnessed.

She chose to grieve for her husband before he died by willingly diving into her fears, pain, and loss. Her strength is breathtaking. Somehow, she was able to alchemize her pain into a new kind of love for Tristan. One that’s empowered their children to write a story about loss that’s unconventional and beautiful.

“Loving yourself is the biggest service you can give to the world, because then you become a mirror for someone else to do the work.”

As well as supporting her kids, Juanique’s journey through grief has allowed her to serve her thriving community in the most beautiful way. As the gutsy_mom, Juanique shows people how to lean into their bodies so they can live their healthiest, most vibrant lives. Through her wellness clinic, she teaches people to be their own self-healing superheroes.

Tune into this episode to hear Juanique’s story and more…

Inspiring the courage to dive into the pain of shadow work.
How desperation empowered Janique to heal her stress.
Softening the walls around your heart.
Admitting the things that you’re afraid to admit.
The difference between transactional and unconditional love.
Breaking down your heart walls.
Tackling the global shadow.
Empathogens. Manifesting medicines that help people do true healing.
Addiction as a tool to push down, self-soothe, and numb out the shadow.
How the fear of changing your life stops you from changing.
Setting boundaries and navigating the response.
How Juanique’s kids have experienced life after their dad’s death.
The meaning of rainbows.
And more…

“Self love is not selfish love, it's self love. And when you fill your love cup, you can then give what's overflowing.”

Shadow work is confronting and painful. But if you allow yourself to sink in, you experience the flip side of healing, love, and freedom.

Juanique’s story is a beautiful example of finding beauty in pain. Tune in now and you’ll see that there are rainbows inside of grief.

Contact Info:

https://www.instagram.com/gutsy_mom/
The Gutsy Health Podcast.

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“When we choose to go into the darkest aspects of ourselves, change is exponential.”

For me, the first month of 2022 (really the last 5 months) has been infused with shadow work. I want to emphasise that I’ve been fully supported through my journey with mentors and coaches. Shadow work is deep and can be very uncomfortable. It pulls you through emotions and memories that can be hard to hold (which is why I always recommend you do this work with the right support).

Shadow work has sparked exponential shifts for me, but it’s been confronting. This work sits at the intersection of tension, conflict, and resistance. It requires you to step into the discomfort and explore the darker side of your psyche. Where you feel entitled. Where you switch on victim mode. Where you’re attached to egoic beliefs about yourself.

Shadow work is a practice to feel feelings you don’t want to feel. You cycle through pain and triggers.

But when you surrender to the pain, confusion, and chaos into love, a new edge appears. It’s the edge of infinite potential.

And it’s at this edge that your quality of life expands exponentially.

“Feeling the feeling does not make the story true. Feeling the feeling that charges the story does not make the story true.”

The personal development world is very comfortable embracing modalities that spark an upward spiral. But if you never explore the darker aspects of self, you hit a glass ceiling that you can’t breakthrough.

Shadow work explores the downward vortex, which is just as valuable and often unexplored. It’s the inner work I believe society needs to do - especially as we feel resistance to doing so (assuming we have the right support).

Here’s an overview of what we explore in this important episode.

Creating a depth of insight from a mundane activity.
Why nuance is key as your healing journey unfolds.
Redefining what it means to stay grounded.
The problem with spiral up positivity for our personal growth and healing.
Why relationships are powerful containers for growth.
Exploring the shadow side of overnight success.
Leveraging radical honesty as a gateway into shadow work.
The importance of learning how to communicate.
And more…

I’m pumped to share these experiences with you in this January reflection episode. As usual, your old friend Georgina is here to guide our conversation. Tune in, enjoy, and get a sense of the depth of transformation that’s available when you choose to dance in the dark.

“When I think of shadow work, I think of exploring the aspects of ourselves that we feel very uncomfortable exploring.”

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“I don’t think I’ve found any greater amount of growth than I’ve found as a result of choosing to look into the shadow.”

Do you have emotions that you struggle to feel? Is there a dark shadow to your character that you’re reluctant to explore? Have you noticed an undercurrent of anger, shame, or guilt that bubbles to the surface every now and again?

If so, you’re human.

Most of us struggle to navigate and hold emotions associated with our shadow. As a society, we’ve labelled feelings such as rage or grief ‘bad’ and as such, we’re reluctant to feel them.

The shadow can feel like a scary place to go. But when you have the courage to look inside, you tap into the most profound opportunity to release, heal, and step into a more authentic version of who you are.

In this episode, I’m talking with the founder of Visionary Alignment, Jason Ayers. As an executive coach, Jason is gifted at guiding entrepreneurs to navigate their darker emotions to find more authenticity. His ability to hold people in their darkness continues to blow me away. It’s a reflection of who he is as a man, a husband, father, and business owner. He’s done the work (and continues to do so) and is a role model for others willing to step into the abyss.

“Your unwillingness to feel anger, for example, mutes your ability to feel the other emotions.”

In this episode, Jason shares the story of how he reclaimed himself through an acknowledgement of anger. As a society, we label anger as bad, but like every emotion, it has utility. For Jason, anger was a form of protection that was concealing much deeper feelings of isolation, hurt, and powerlessness from a childhood experience.

We also explore…

Why we are so afraid of our shadow.
Alchemizing feelings of resentment into compassion.
Redefining anger.
The difference between shame and guilt.
What we can learn from the root of Jason’s anger.
Why forgiveness can become a form of spiritual bypassing.
How shadow work elevates self-awareness.
Discovering the gold that lies inside the hard stuff.
Inviting compassion by asking for help.
And more…

Developing the capacity to navigate and alchemize ALL our feelings is central to becoming grounded, centered, whole humans.

Jason’s work and story is here to inspire you to feel into your shadow - so that you can ultimately set yourself free. I’m excited to see what this conversation opens up for you.

“When you fully embrace both sides of you — the light and the dark — your capacity grows exponentially.”

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Website - https://www.visionaryalignment.com

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“Good CEOs think their feelings play a role, great CEOs know their feelings drive the ship or drive the bus.”

How do you make exceptional decisions? Can you leverage fascination to find your flow? What steps will ignite your mind and intuition to spark creative problem-solving?

This episode’s guest is Rian Doris - the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer at The Flow Research Collective. Partnering with Steven Kotler (the author of one of my favorite books on flow - Stealing Fire), this potent research and training organization is driven to understand the science behind ultimate human performance so people can walk through life as the very best version of themselves.

“I think curiosity can be a really incredibly effective gateway drug into flow and into intrinsic motivation.”

Rian’s soul-deep commitment to leadership development as a long-term field of focus has planted him in countless experiences where he’s been able to sharpen his understanding of this crucial field of human evolution. After a near-fatal head injury when he was just 13, Rian experienced “post-head injury malaise”, which hampered his teens with chronic fatigue, amnesia, and depression. As a result, he was forced to give up sports and instead focus on academia and entrepreneurship.

What followed is a multi-faceted career that put Rian shoulder-to-shoulder with best-selling authors, pioneering neuropsychiatrists, and world experts in peak performance. As a result, Rian developed a rich understanding of what makes people show up as their best.

Tune into this episode to hear Rian and I explore:

What role do curiosity, fascination, awe, and wonder play in creating a fulfilling life.
How to stop fear overriding your intrinsic motivation.
Why apathy is a bigger danger than fear.
How task orientation drastically enhances performance in sport.
What’s on the spectrum of decision-making.
The difference between type 1 and type 2 decisions.
The power of stepping away before making a decision.
The role of surrender when solving problems.
Feelings as powerful data points in the decision-making process.
And more…

The human capacity is exponential. The question is, are we equipping and nurturing ourselves to perform at our peak - or are we squandering the inherent skill sets and talents that allow us to perform in a peak, optimal way?

This episode exposes our options for making exceptional decisions and creatively solving problems. Rian is incredible in conversation, super smart (he graduated top of his class in Philosophy at Trinity) and engaging, this episode is here to show you how you can leverage the potency of flow to perform at your peak.

Check it out.

“Problem definition is one of the most critical skills within all of business.”

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Flow Research Collective Radio
Flow Research Collective
Zerotodangerous.com

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“When it comes to healing the body, one of the most fundamental things that we need to do is whatever action we take, if we don't believe that it's going to work, it will not work.”

How can you heal from the challenges that keep you from expressing and experiencing your fullest potential? Jena Sophia is a world-renowned Subconscious Specialist and Healer who’s helped thousands of people - including celebrities, CEOs, creatives, and billionaires - transform emotional stress and physical pain in record time.

Jena has worked with the subconscious and various healing modalities since the age of 12. At the time, she was experiencing trauma, depression, and chronic illness, which led to her taking a lot of medications. She chose a path of self-healing, which empowered her to heal from all conditions and get or medication permanently.

Through this personal healing journey, Jena cultivated a deep understanding of epigenetics and how our emotions, traumas, and ancestral influences affect how the physical body operates today.

Combined with her deep understanding of the conscious mind, Jena guides people to step into their personal power and realign their energy so they can experience better health, relationships, success and fulfillment.

In this powerful episode, Jena reveals some of the practices and principles she’s used in her own life and with her clients for optimal results.

“I think something that's really important to recognize is that before we are physical, we are energetic.”

Jena has a depth of insight on the subject of holistic healing. She studied at Columbia University and SOAS University of London. She’s taught energy healing classes and stress management seminars for hundreds of corporate clients and university students. She’s also studied along with some of the top scientists and healers in the world, and uses this knowledge in her holistic approach to becoming your optimal self.

Tune into this episode to hear Jena and I explore:

What is the energy body?
The reason we have to do so much work to remember who we really are.
Understanding the role of the mind in the healing process.
What is pain?
Exploring the language of the subconscious.
A process for transforming challenging emotions and feelings.
How to know which healing tools and modalities will work for you.
How does resonance feel?
And more…

“It's always our responsibility to decide how something makes us feel. The external world—it's not good or bad, it just is.”

The way you work with your subconscious mind can change the way you show up for yourself and your life. From releasing emotional blocks to moving through challenging physical ailments, your power to heal is astounding.

If you’re ready for a transformation and are curious about how this looks through an energetic lens, this episode is for you.

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Check out Jena’s work at https://www.beyondthebelief.com

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“I actually don't want to try to be divine. I want to try to be as human as possible.”

Welcome to the first interview of 2022! Traditionally, this time of year is potent for goal setting because January represents a fresh start.

In the past, I’ve been used to setting clearly defined goals and I’ve had a lot of success with the process. However, as I feel more deeply into a more holistic way of creation, I’m discovering new ways to spark growth and evolution.

In this episode, my good friend Makhosi and I explore why the most rich and fulfilling life starts with YOU. We discuss the different energetics that you can weave into the way you create your life - opening a gateway for Euphoric Evolution.

This episode is a doozy and I’m so excited for you to dive in and kick-start your 2022 with the ideas and concepts we present.

“Who you are is most evident when there aren't people around.”

Makhosi is a powerhouse with one of the strongest energetic presences I’ve ever experienced.

Better known as The Royal Shaman, Makhosi is a divine oracle for Elite Empire Builders, an illustrious priestess of epic abundance, advisor to new kings and queens, breaker of paradigms, and a mystic of life beyond accomplishment.

In this episode, Makhosi and I explore:

Why your beingness can help you achieve bigger goals.
What happens when you take the timeline away from goal setting.
Creating goals from a place of how you want to FEEL.
The power of calibrating to an aspirational version of you.
Using senses intentionally to shift your mood.
Why who you are is most evident when people aren’t around you.
Secrets of branding yourself.
The key to the creative process.
Strategies for bringing more depth to your human experience.
And more…

If you’re curious to start the new year in an elevated, evolved way then this episode is for you. Tap into Makhosi’s energetic presence and allow yourself to be inspired by a life beyond expectation, settling, and societal definitions of success.

“We can play and create different emotions and different states of being from scent.”

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Website - https://www.theroyalshaman.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theroyalshaman/

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“I knew what I wanted, and I was so afraid that I wasn't going to get it. But when I let myself surrender and just feel the disappointment of not getting it, I ended up getting it.”

This first episode for 2022 has been an entire year in the making. Welcome to my 2021 reflection - a culmination of hours of intentional reflection to extract and share the lessons and insights that life has been teaching me.

Tune in to hear a deep-dive account of all my highs and lows and discover how these experiences led to a lot of healing, growth, feeling, expansion, and love.

This is one of my favorite episodes to record and a tangible representation of my commitment to living a lifestyle of awareness. I hope this episode inspires you to create your own 2021 reflection. If you want to understand my process for creating this reflection, you’ll want to check out last week’s episode (#211), where I reveal all my secrets!

“Purpose is not found in what you do, purpose is found in who you are.”

As usual, my dear friend Georgina El Morshdy is here to hold space and guide us as we navigate this conversation into all the events, challenges, celebrations, and inspirations that made my 2021 a year I’ll never forget.

Here are some of the key takeaways you’ll hear us discuss:

How my breaking open earlier in the year invited deep connection.
The lesson of living an inspired life rather than hustling to be an inspiration.
The joy of finding a deeper sense of self.
Learning to trust that everything is happening FOR you.
The secret to getting what you really want.
What I learned about cultivating energetically sound endings.
What are we robbing ourselves from by keeping one pinky on the shore?
The role symbology played in my year.
What I learned about crafting a lifestyle of awareness.
Why does the universe love us so much?
How I stayed grounded in 2021.
And more!

“Don't lean back, lean in—lean into all of this.”

I’m so grateful for the man I’ve become thanks to the life I’ve been blessed to live in 2021. It’s been a spectrum of highs and lows. I’ve experienced some of my biggest challenges, but in the process, I was able to feel a depth of love and connection that I’ve never been able to touch before.

If this reflection inspired something in you, please let me know. Share your takeaways on Instagram or DM me. I love hearing from the Stay Grounded community. I’m so grateful you’re a part of it.

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Georgina’s - Instagram & Facebook.

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“It doesn't matter if you're closing out a year or 10 years, the act of closure feels the same.”

For me, hindsight is 20/20 vision. Reflection reveals all the lessons and secrets life is teaching me. You can avoid repeating mistakes and integrate discoveries with more ease and grace by pulling them out.

If you’re a regular listener of Stay Grounded, you’ll know I reflect monthly. I reflect on an annual basis too. It’s actually one of my most favorite things I do.

And in this episode, I’m revealing my entire process- step-by-step - for the first time. Check it out.

“That's why my life has been able to grow so fast over the years—it's because I don't make the same mistakes again.”

In this episode, we explore:

Why your annual reflection starts with a month-by-month overview.
Why we look for the highs and lows - not the wins and losses.
Annual reflection as a game of two halves.
Really learning from ‘mistakes’.
My closure ritual (and why it’s not for the end of the year alone).
My 7 reflection questions.
Finding your theme.
Crafting goals around the way I want to feel - instead of the things I want to attract.
And more…

BONUS! Here’s a list of the reflection questions I ask in the episode:

Who or what would you like to acknowledge?
What would you like to acknowledge about yourself?
What are you ready to let go of or forgive?
What did you love most about 2018?
What do you want more of / what do you want to do differently in 2019?
What would need to happen for you to feel complete closure of 2018?
What’s next for you RIGHT NOW?

If you want to see this process in action, check out next week’s episode of Stay Grounded when I share my personal annual reflection.

“At the core, it's not the things we accomplish that bring life into our years... it's the things that we feel.”

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“The reaction to the trauma doesn’t necessarily stop with the people who experienced it.”

Do you have symptoms that you can’t explain? For example, are you overly anxious for no obvious reason? Do you instinctively push people away or intentionally disassociate from difficult feelings in your body? Do you have irrational fears or thoughts about what could happen that don’t make logical sense?

If so, there’s a chance you may be experiencing inherited trauma; that’s trauma, which started with your parents or your grandparents - not you.

Generational trauma can impact our lives in profound ways. Fortunately, there is something you can do to transform the fears and soothe the feelings. There is a way to break the pattern so that the ancestral trauma stops with you.

Mark Wolynn - author of It Didn’t Start With You and the director of The Family Constellation Institute in San Francisco has devoted his life to understanding and healing inherited family trauma. In this must-hear episode, Mark reveals how his work holds the potential to wildly transform your life as well as the life of your children and grandchildren [even if they’ve not yet been born].

“We don’t make the link that our anxiety, our depression, our shutdown is connected to our parents and our grandparents. We just think we’re wired this way.”

The concept of inherited trauma is backed by science. As Mark explains in the episode, as we learn more about epigenetics, our clarity about the way trauma is passed on increases.

Ancestral trauma is often behind the curtain. Logic can convince us that certain things are best left unsaid. But just because we don’t hear things doesn’t mean we can’t feel things.

Mark’s work empowers people to dig deeper into their familial setting so they can understand the reactions and feelings locked in their body. As a result, his clients get to experience unimaginable feelings of freedom, closure, and clarity.

You can get a taste of the potential that healing ancestral trauma could have for you when you tune into this episode.

What is inherited trauma?
What’s a healthy way to experience a healing event if you can’t tap back into the original trauma?
How can you learn to be present with what is?
How to differentiate between attachment and generational trauma.
Why traumas affect fathering and mothering.
The profound difference between forgiveness and understanding.
What is inner child healing and why is it powerful healing work?
How healing generational trauma impacts your children [and your children’s children].
Changing how our genes express to protect our kids [and grandchildren].
Why Mark is passionate about this work [and how it healed his sight].
The significance of Mark crying into his mother’s clothes.
And more…

“We’ve got to tame our trauma responses so we can live a loving, open, compassionate, and gentle life.”

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Discover more details about Mark’s work at https://markwolynn.com
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“I would say mindfulness, as a practice, as a whole, is about waking up to the true experience of life.”

Sara Raymond was in her early 30s when she realised she was drifting through her life aimlessly. Up until this point, her life had been guided by what she felt she ‘should’ do. The feeling of being in the status quo inspired Sara to reinvent her life. This feeling was the beginning of The Mindful Movement.

Sara founded The Mindful Movement in 2016 with a desire to inspire others to live mindful, fulfilled lives. Sara is passionate about self-healing movement practices. Through her work, she combines her skills of hypnotherapy, meditation, pilates, and yoga to help others build confidence in their body and release stress, anxiety, and emotional blocks. Sara has also guided 100,000s of people through mindful practices on her YouTube Channel and in her private practice.

“Underneath the fear is our unconscious beliefs.”

In this conversation, we explore the power of mindfulness to ignite presence. I also loved hearing Sara share about the role her son has played in the development of her business by helping her start her YouTube channel.

Here’s an overview of what else we talked about.

Key takeaways:

Waking up and recognizing that you’re living in the status quo.
The work to connect with safety in your heart.
How contrast helps us feel the beauty of life.
How other people’s feelings spark our own emotional responses.
Sara’s definition of mindfulness.
Where does resistance come from and does it have utility for humans?
Cultivating the courage to decide.
Education for the next generation.
And more...

This was a candid conversation that inspired me to open up vulnerably about my journey over the past 18 months too. If you’re ready to live a life of desires instead of ‘shoulds’ and you’re curious to know what lies on the other side of tough decisions, this episode is for you.

“We need to have struggles and challenges to make the amazing experiences in our life really stand out and be amazing.”

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The Mindful Movement - https://themindfulmovement.com

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“Growth, to me, is a self-defined concept, because the hardest thing for you might not be the hardest thing for me.”

One of my favorite rituals is the deep-dive reflection I do monthly. I love looking back over everything that happened to pull out the patterns, lessons, and learnings. Best of all, I get to share the highlights with you in this episode.

The theme of this month was finding and navigating my edges - the point of tension where growth can skyrocket. My new personal trainer ignited this thread after helping me become aware of an unexpected growth opportunity within my body. That awareness spilled into other areas of my life, creating beautiful opportunities for personal and spiritual growth.

This month taught me the power of building a relationship with my limits. Every edge is a catalyst for expansion. When we cultivate the capacity to feel safe inside tension, our true depth and potential cracks open. As a result, this month has seen an elevation in everything from my health to my businesses to my relationships.

“You can't be excited about where you're going if you can't also be grateful for how far you've come.”

As usual, my dear friend Georgina El Morshdy is here to hold space and guide us as we navigate this conversation about playing inside tension, igniting the curiosity to explore expansion, and having the courage to stretch yourself outside of what feels comfortable.

Here are some of the key takeaways you’ll hear us discuss:

How my new personal trainer opened a gateway to finding new limits to explore.
How you can feel when you're at your edge.
There’s always a new limit to find - in every area of your life.
Why the concept of personal limits can help us escape comparison culture.
My new understanding of energy and the role it plays in my life.
Learning to connect with how I want to feel, not what I want.
And more…

We all have different edges where growth can happen - because we’re all experiencing unique journeys through this dance of life. Our edges are an invitation. An opportunity to explore what’s beyond the sense of self we believe we can hold. As a result, the courage to dance with yoru personal edges can empower you to optimize your personal and spiritual growth.

Tune in to hear the whole story in this month’s reflection episode.

“Technically, I'm an entrepreneur that moves energy in the form of money.”

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Georgina’s - Instagram & Facebook.

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“I think we can use our challenges or our pains to go into gratitude with that lens of like, “How can I be grateful for it?”.”

This week’s episode is the recording of an impromptu conversation between me and my sweetheart - the incredible Gina Worful. Here’s the backstory… It was Thanksgiving morning and Gina and I got talking about all the things we’re grateful for. We went deep; remembering all the people, opportunities, and synchronicities that have shown up for us. As we reflected together, some deep insights bubbled up and we realized that we wanted to share them with you.

This episode is the product of that decision. I hope you enjoy it.

“I think we needed to actually go against the grain of our intuition in order to break ourselves open and get those sledgehammer experiences.”

A brilliant dietician, Gina is exceptionally gifted at bringing spiritual concepts back to the body - so we can experience who we are on a physical level more deeply. In her work, Gina helps people connect to their body through food and I really appreciated how this angle showed up in this conversation.

Here’s what else we discussed:

The power of listening to life’s nudges to change.
How the death of Raj’s mentor inspired him to change his life.
Why do we allow our health to get off track?
What stops us from listening to instincts & intuition.
Why anxiety shows up.
How it feels to connect with yourself.
Gina’s story of feeling gratitude for the moment when her life fell apart.
The power of using fear to identify your edges.
Why gratitude is like prayer.
How food cravings are whispers that something needs to change.
Leaning into the wisdom of the body.
And more…

It’s easy to be grateful for all the good things in your life and it doesn’t take much to show appreciation when life is on the up. But can you stay in a place of gratitude when you’re going through the worst struggles?

One of the biggest takeaways for me was leaning into the power of feeling gratitude for the pain - knowing that there’s a learning or a hidden gift waiting to be discovered somewhere.

I loved this episode because it helped me uncover insights about gratitude I’ve never discussed before. I’m grateful this conversation allowed me to uncover them. I hope you enjoy this conversation too.

“I feel like our souls are choosing a path before we choose our path. Our souls know.”

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Raj details.
www.ginaworful.com/programs
https://www.instagram.com/gina.worful/

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“I started to recognize that the human system, the rhythm of a human is: grow and then rest, repair, grow again.”

Rewind to 2012, and Dawn Breslin’s life broke apart. She’d been at the peak of her career - enjoying red carpet events, speaking on some of the biggest stages in the world, and authoring bestselling books.

Then suddenly, the success was gone. A series of unavoidable life events escalated at the same time leaving Dawn emotionally, energetically and financially bankrupt to the tune of £100k. What in the moment felt like an identity death gently evolved into a rebirth. In a moment of surrender, Dawn tapped into the harmonizing effect of nature. This experience became a trigger that empowered Dawn to swap debt, burn out and energetic depletion to one of vibrant health, balance and radiant wellbeing.

Now, Dawn empowers others to come into a rhythmic cycle and be potent in life by dancing the giving and receiving cycles. In this episode, Dawn shares how her Harmonizing Alignment Process guides us to heal the inner child, tap into the rhythm of human, and cultivate a fierce love for ourselves.

“To be really potent, it's often a cyclical dance between receiving and then doing.”

Dawn Breslin is a leading light in the field of coaching and personal transformation. Through her work as a TV & Radio presenter, best-selling Hay House author, inspirational keynote speaker and media consultant she has inspired thousands of individuals to heal, re-energise and transform their lives.

Tune into this episode to hear Dawn and I explore the following:

How Dawn’s life fell apart in 2012.
Dropping into presence and finding the flow of life.
Tapping into the awe in front of our eyes.
How a flower transformed Dawn’s life and created a rebirth.
The systems in nature that can help with our psychology.
The role of inner child work in giving & receiving.
Developing the inner dialogue to move through life with grace.
The power of re-energizing work.
Using boundaries to protect the self.
Loving yourself into the fullness of your potential.

“The connection with the inner child means that the energy work can be done, because you've got self-honor in place.”

In a world that’s prioritized doing over being for so long, Dawn’s story is a reminder of the power of finding a rhythm between the two.

Dawn’s story is so empowering and her presence is passionate. I learned so much from this episode and I’m sure you’ll feel the same way when you check it out.

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Website: Www.dawnbreslin.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawnbreslinuk/
Instagram: instagram.com/dawnbreslinuk/

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“If you’re not aware that you’re telling the same stories, then you’re never going to look for a different story to tell. So I think awareness is key.”

What if the stories you tell yourself about who you are aren’t even true?

What if you could rewrite old narratives and gift yourself a more empowering identity inside which you can spark exponential growth and craft a life that lights you up.

What if you had the courage to become curious about your feelings, your opportunities, and life in general?

How do you imagine things would unfold for you when lived through a perspective like this?

“It takes courage to explore who we are, how we want to live, and step out of the narrative that we’ve been taught.”

This week’s guest is Kezia Luckett - a positive psychologist, best-selling author, and international speaker. Using her Energy Codes methodology, Kezia empowers women to create a life that’s in total alignment - so they can tap into the realms of possibility.

In this episode, we explore how you can leverage your feelings, reframe your thinking, and shift your perpetual narratives to reclaim the truth of who you are.

Check out these episode highlights:

How Kezia invited her father to shift his perspective about the potency of these times.
Take the opportunity to choose the lens we put on the situations or stories we tell.
Embracing childlike curiosity to better understand the world.
Feeling inspired to lean into our bodies in our search for truth.
How postnatal depression inspired Kezia’s shift from doing to being.
Remember that ALL emotions are phenomenal.
Your feelings don’t have to define you.
The story of the little boy, the fish, and why 50% of our memories may not even be true.
Cultivating the courage to explore who we are and step out of the conditioned path.
Remembering who you are so you can be a lighthouse.
An introduction to Kezia’s Energy Codes methodology.
And more...

In a world of rampant external noise infused with chaos and confusion, knowing who you are at the deepest of levels sparks freedom. When we can empower ourselves with stories that lift us up, suddenly anything is possible.

For a deeper-dive into the power we have to self-define and cultivate a more empowering identity, tune into this brilliant conversation with your new friend, Kezia Luckett.

“The more we can shine our lights, the more we can fully embrace the essence of who we are, not only do we give permission for other people to do the same; we show them where we are, so they can come and find us.”

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Website - https://kezialuckett.com

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“The reason I’m willing to go into the deepest aspects of myself is because my soul, my heart is really craving safety.”

This episode of Stay Grounded is my reflection for the month of October. Looking back, this month was themed in two core halves. During the first two weeks, I found myself exploring ways to elevate my communication skills. After some triggers in my relationship, it became clear that some of my methodologies were ineffective and disempowering. I know communication is a challenge for a lot of us. After all, we often learn shitty communication from shitty communicators!

In this episode, I hope to share with you some insights and discoveries I made this month that could empower you too.

Another huge theme was learning how to feel psychologically safe. The more I explore my own healing journey, the more I uncover deep, core wounds. Learning how to be OK with my imperfections and flaws was another big theme this month - and one I talk about in detail in this episode.

“When I feel powerful it's because I feel safe in my body.”

As usual, my dear friend Georgina El Morshdy is here to hold space and guide us as we navigate this conversation about authenticity, expressing your needs, and having the courage to be imperfectly you.

Here are some of the key takeaways you’ll hear us discuss:

The power of cultivating self-awareness at this point in our history.
The role interpersonal relationships play in creating safety in your body.
What it means to create psychological safety.
Communication as a gateway to having your needs met.
Deepening into my Human Design and learning how to be a Projector.
The danger of mind reading and asking for words of affirmation.
Allowing myself to be messy and imperfect.
Exploring why we’re so afraid to feel.
Creating space between our feelings and our reactions.
And more...

The monthly reflection episodes are a key part of my monthly routines and rituals. The more I’m able to use hindsight as a tool for amplified self-awareness, the more I’m able to release the things that aren’t mine - and reclaim the parts that are.

It’s my hope that my reflection inspires you to deepen into your own.

“The greatest levels of self-love are coming from me allowing myself to be seen and share what’s truly in my heart.”

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Georgina’s - Instagram & Facebook.

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“This past year has been a masterclass in surrender.”

How would you navigate your way through an experience where you lost your core business overnight?

Earlier this year, Dom Quarticcio accidentally sent an email about porn he’d written for his men’s group to his corporate clients.

That email made his reputation toxic to the point that all his contracts were cancelled and deposits were pulled from his bank account.

During a sacred plant ceremony, Dom asked his soul the question. “What the fck just happened?”*

The answer was clear, powerful and specific…. “Hey, dude, you said you were really serious about helping 10 million men get on this path. You're straddling the fence and now you have no other choice. And you're welcome.”

What happened next is a powerful story of what’s possible when you surrender to the wisdom of your soul and the calling of your heart.

“When you find your center, you no longer have to worry about the tornado. When you got your center, that’s all you need.”

Dominick Quartuccio is the founder of The Great Man Mastermind, a series of masterminds for men who are ready to stop lone-wolfing their lives.

Dom co-hosts The Great Man Within Podcast and is an international keynote speaker on topics centering men’s personal development, such as high-performance habits, designing a purpose driven life and why men need community. He is also the author of two books: Design Your Future and On Purpose Leadership. His work has been featured in the New York Times, on NPR and the TEDx stage.

In this episode, Dom and I explore:

Learning to surrender so you can co-create with the universe.
What happened when Dom sent an email about porn to the wrong list.
How Dom navigates the dance between fear and freedom.
Learning to trust there’s a bigger plan that the universe can see.
Dom’s experience with Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way.
The power of clearing your mind through ‘Morning pages”.
COVID as the great accelerator.
Getting to the source of what you want to feel.
Creating safety to allow emotions to be explored.
The boardroom of emotions & the four steps to emotional fluency.
And more...

Dom is always so candid about his journey and his experiences. His vulnerability and openness clears the path for others to dive deeper into themselves so they can surrender to what is.

This conversation is a beautiful reminder of the power of surrender. I hope it inspires you to trust that the universe will cv-create with you to achieve your dreams.

“Your soul just doesn’t give a shit about any big plans you have. Your soul wants what your soul wants when it wants it.”

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Dominick@DominickQ.com
https://www.dominickq.com/
https://www.instagram.com/dominickq/?hl=en

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“I’m trusting my own spirit over my mind and over what anybody else thinks.”

Reflection is a fundamental practice that runs through everything I do. Recently, I’ve been finding a lot of value in revisiting old conversations - especially those I’ve had on this podcast. It’s why I knew I had to re-release this episode with Makhosi Candiss Pitts.

Makhosi is an Abundance Activator & Authentic African Shaman who helps seekers create an extraordinary business and life using mindset, mindfulness and metaphysics mastery.

She guides people to develop their intuition and cultivate the courage to trust their personal truth - so they can create limitless abundance, unparalleled freedom and exceptional impact.

In this conversation, we explore what it takes to find your calling. How you can know when to listen to your heart and how to turn down the external noise and clutter so you can get at your truth and experience unlimited abundance and unparalleled freedom.

“Your capacity for impact in this world, your capacity for love in this world, your capacity for fulfillment in this world is built in your willingness to experience the entire range of the human experience.”

Makhosi has had an indelible impact on my own spiritual path. If you’re a spiritual seeker who’s ready to go deeper, you’ll love her energy as well as resonate with her own story of transformation and insane personal growth.

Here’s a taste of what we explore:

Why do humans crave a sense of sovereignty?
What does it feel like to be a sovereign being?
How do you know when you’re experiencing oneness?
How do you learn to trust your intuition?
How do you know what to trust in the present moment?
What is freedom?
Was there a time when you were afraid of making a big decision?
Makhosi’s journey to becoming a shaman.
And more...

“The truth is in this moment, it's in the present, it's in the body.”

If your soul is ready for more impact, freedom, and abundance, this episode is essential listening so check it out.

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www.theroyalshaman.com
www.facebook.com/theroyalshaman
https://www.instagram.com/theroyalshaman/

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“We don’t give kids enough credit for how brilliant they are and how they really do learn from observing the world.”

The pandemic has been tough for kids. With routines disrupted, the pressure of homeschooling, and the difficulties that arise from navigating a new way of living, thousands of young people are learning to process different emotions and overcome different challenges.

It has not been easy.

But for some, this journey has been a catalyst for personal growth and development. Thanks to the increasing availability of online resources and social media conversations, more children are learning life skills such as gratitude, intention-setting, how to navigate their triggers, and how to listen to and trust their intuition.

In turn, they’re discovering how to feel empowered in their lives - regardless of the external circumstances that they face.

“By teaching children core values, when they make decisions they know they’re right or wrong because those core values are so ingrained in them.”

This week’s guest - Ashley Gonor - is passionate about empowering children to cultivate confidence and self-awareness. As a coach, Ashley teaches children, teens, and young adults to create a mindset that empowers them to live their best life. With the help of her 6-Step Magical Formula, Ashley has transformed the lives of countless young people - equipping them to feel grounded in the truth of who they are.

In this week’s episode, Ashley shares some of the mindsets and practices that she’s used with her clients and her own children to help them thrive.

Key takeaways:

The power of morning routines for kids.
Intention setting for children.
Cultivating the faith that things will happen in the right timing.
Learning to trust the voice of intuition.
Leveraging core values to make good decisions.
Inspiring parents to invest in personal development work.
Tips for navigating triggers and seeing the mirrors around us.
Empowering children to navigate their own triggers.
And more…

It’s more important than ever to equip the next generation with the skills and attributes they need to lead humanity into our next wave of evolution. Ashley’s teachings and insights provide some potent ideas to help other parents equip their children for success.

Check it out...

“We’ve got to push past the fear. Everything is on the other side.”

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ashleygonor@gmail.com
www.ashleygonor.com
https://www.facebook.com/ashleyerholmgonor

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“If we could all just remember that every single person on this planet is seeking the same level of intimacy, the whole world would change.”

As we kick-start Q4, I’m excited to bring the first ¾ of 2021 to a close with this powerful reflective conversation. This one is even more poignant for me because it’s episode #200 so I’m also holding space to acknowledge and appreciate the journey that got me here and all the incredible people I’ve interviewed and connected with along the way. Thank you.

September was a big month for me. I had some of the most painful growth experiences, and I’m so grateful for the opportunities that empowered me to transcend into deeper levels of intimacy with myself, my interpersonal relationships, and with life.

All this happened inside an increasingly divisive and chaotic world where we’re being called to find our true voice while navigating the shifting sands of society.

“It took me years to get to this place where I feel powerful enough to choose my reality and not allow the noise outside of me to hinder my sense of self, my calling, my work, my personal power.”

As usual, my dear friend Georgina El Morshdy is here to hold space, provide reflections, and help us navigate this important conversation about sovereignty, intimacy, and living authentically with your true self.

Here are some of the key takeaways you’ll hear us discuss:

How it feels to record the 200th episode of Stay Grounded.
The important difference between sexuality and intimacy.
The experience of moving beyond the honeymoon phase in my relationship.
Using your interpersonal relationships to find and heal core wounds.
How a practice of awareness expands everything.
Finding sovereignty inside of external chaos and uncertainty.
Allowing your body to alchemize what you’re feeling.
Finding your voice in a world of chaos.
Purpose is not what you do, it’s who you are
Leveraging death cycles to heal and grow.
And more...

These monthly reflections are always an anchor for me because I get to practice being seen in even bigger ways.

I hold little back in these episodes because I want to give you an intimate glimpse into the rich benefits that emerge from diving deep into self-growth and personal development. I’m passionate about the power and healing potential of self-awareness and by showing you how these energies inspire and empower my life, I hope they open up something deeper for you too.

Thanks for being part of this incredible community. Here’s to the next 200 conversations.

“Intimacy is an art, it’s a feeling, it’s something that you can experience with life.”

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Raj’s details
Georgina’s - Instagram & Facebook.

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“I actually am more brother and sister with people that are across incredibly diverse paths and walks of life than I had ever imagined.”

I feel super pumped to re-release this powerful episode almost three years after I first recorded it. But as I listened back, it struck me how relevant this conversation is to the world we’re experiencing now.

I first met Matthew Abrams when he was facilitating a mastermind. At the time, I was starting to dive into my inner work with more depth and intensity and Matthew stood out for me as someone who’d really mastered this dimension. I noticed it in his presence, in the way he communicated, and in the way he was able to hold space for people from all walks of life - and then guide them forward powerfully.

This episode is about collective evolution as much as it is about individual development.

Matthew addresses the sensitive issue of privilege, religion, and the barriers to wholeness in ourselves and as a collective. Could understanding that we all have a different piece of the puzzle help us find common ground and unite as one?

“If you don’t know the injustices that we live in, in these days, you’re hiding under a rock.”

In his work, Matthew is a facilitator who supports entrepreneurs and leadership teams through the EOS framework. EOS is a proven system that’s been implemented into thousands of companies with resounding and consistent success. Matthew is part of a small, global team who’s been trained in these processes.

Here’s a taste of what you’ll experience:

Why did Matt's life begin when he was 27.
The role of curiosity in our lives.
Privilege: How society supports Matt to NOT be curious about himself and how it influences how he sees the world.
What causes ‘otherness’, religion, and how we get fragmented as humans. [
The conversation Matthew has with his fears when they show up.
The 5% ‘edge’ - why we avoid it, and why it’s where the magic sits.
The story of Matthew’s parents’ divorce.
The discipline to do the ‘work’ and two powerful reflection questions to ask yourself.
And more...

Brace yourselves for a deep discussion about courage, curiosity, and the need to understand yourself - so you can understand others. It’s a conversation that can get uncomfortable. Matthew acknowledges this, but inspires us to go to the uncomfortable edge because that’s where all the growth lies.

I was so inspired by Matt’s presence and his philosophies - and Im sure you will feel exactly the same.

“There’s something in the space between you and me, that’s magic. And only together through curiosity and exploration and a commitment to that pursuit, can we find it.”

How to contact

Check out the work Matthew does with leadership teams in companies and how supports CEOs and founders at www.matthew-abrams.com.

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“Life isn’t experienced in the thinking of—it’s experienced in the being of.”

It’s easy to attach your identity to your achievements. After all, they’re measurable and tangible. No wonder we’re quick to use them to define our worth! But what if success as we know it is a construct of the mind?

If we identify with the mind alone, we can’t explore the full spectrum of the human experience.

To experience it all, we have to learn how to feel and tap into our heart-centered wisdom. Often illogical and frequently wild, our heart connects us back into a deep connection with God and source - so we can remember that abundance is a birthright.

“The purpose of life is to live and everything else is sprinkles.”

Daniel Mangena is an international best-selling author, host of the Do It With Dan podcast, broadcaster, and an abundance coach. Daniel is entirely self-made and has spent decades perfecting his world-class coaching methodologies. In 2020, he was listed as one of the top 10 life coaches to watch.

Daniel is on a mission to empower people to reconnect with their inherent abundance and discover meaning and joy in their lives. Daniel is passionate about this vision because he believes that world issues caused by fear and scarcity can start to dissolve away when we remember how abundant life truly is.

In this episode, Daniel shares how he came to understand the power of heart-led living. We also dive deep into the following:

Why are we so attached to and driven by results?
Differentiating between a life lived in the head and a life lived in the heart.
How children ignite a desire for presence.
The power of feeling gratitude for it all.
Understanding the purpose of life [it’s a lot simpler than you think].
Owning the power that comes from knowing.
Our relationship with God.
And more...

If you’re ready to delve into life beyond what the overthinking mind says is practical and achievable, this episode has plenty to spark your thinking.

Daniel has so much wisdom and insight to share - and his perspective is sure to open up something beautiful for your mind, your heart, and your life.

“The mind is thinking. The heart doesn’t have to think because it’s connected to the infinity of all. It just knows.”

Contact Info:

www.dreamwithdan.com.

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“You can be with one person for a lifetime, but within that lifetime, you will have many different relationships with many different contexts throughout that time period.”

Because we’re not taught how to craft them, most people are ill-equipped to cultivate great relationships. Most modern relationships don’t model the Disney fairytale fantasy! Instead, we get stuck on codependency and disappointment - leading to relationship deaths, unfulfillment, and painful break-ups.

It doesn’t have to be this way...

If we learn how to create interdependence from a place of individual sovereignty, a relationship can remain satisfying for a lifetime.

If you want your relationship to constantly grow, deepen, and last for a lifetime, there’s no better teacher than Andy Drish. Andy is the one of the few people I trust to help me navigate the art of intimacy and being in a lasting relationship. I turned to Andy after my break-up and over the past year, he’s been instrumental in the level of connection I feel with my new partner. I can’t wait for you to tap into his wisdom in this week’s brilliant episode.

“The reason I’m so interested in the relationship game is because it’s the hardest.”

Andy Drisk is a shaman, serial, entrepreneur, leader, relationship expert and the creator of The Art of Love brand. Andy also has one of the most beautiful relationships I’ve ever had the privilege to observe and learn from. Together, Andy and LIbby have created a powerful container which they lean into to help them grow.

In this episode, Andy dives into EVERYTHING that it takes to build a relationship for a lifetime including:

Why are people resistant to leaning into endings?
How do you know when to end a relationship and when to navigate into a new space.
What happened when Andy’s partner dated another guy for a week.
What shifts when you tap into your feelings instead of your mind.
Reinventing yourself after you hit a peak.
Eliminating fear as a fuel source.
Understanding the four stages of relationship and how to move through them.
And more...

As we step into new ways of being collectively, we also need to redefine how we behave and show up inside of our closest relationships.

In this episode, Andy shares profound wisdom and insights that have the potential to evolve your relationship - whether you’ve been together for years or you’re just starting out.

If you want to build a relationship where the love can last a lifetime, this is one episode you’ll want to check out.

“I care about people having healthy relationships because I think everything in life is better. And all the other stuff kind of either goes away or is amplified when you have a great relationship.”

Contact Info:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/andydrish
Website - http://theartoflove.com
Email - andrew@theartoflove.com

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“The reason most people suck at conflict and struggle and get divorced and separated and whatever, is because they have a very low threshold for discomfort around their own triggers and the other person’s triggers.”

Learning to walk through life with other people is an art in itself because we inevitably trigger and activate each other! No wonder conflict creates havoc in our most important relationships. Everything from childhood triggers to the fear of rejection, the need to be right and battling egos, means it’s not unusual to be the cause of the pain your partner feels.

Conflict is often the cause of the permanent breakdown of relationships.

But what if conflict could provide a route for healing, deeper connection, and richer levels of self-awareness and expression of needs?

“Conflict is the crux of any good, solid partnership or team.”

Jayson Gaddis is the founder of The Relationship School and author of the new book - Getting To Zero: How To Work Through Conflict In Your High-Stakes Relationships.

Jayson has mastered the art of creating indestructible relationships by showing people how to become skilled at navigating challenges and friction. Jayson is here to show us that we don’t have to run away from uncomfortable conversations. When you have the tools and personal commitment, you can use inevitable conflicts to strengthen your emotional intelligence and deepen the connection you and your partner feel together.

Tune into this episode to hear Jayson and I explore:

The power of taking a pause over a time out.
Moving into neutrality during an argument.
Creating a feeling of safety inside a conflict.
Learning your partner’s reassurance statement.
The principle of mutuality.
Coming in with empathy instead of complaints.
What to do if you have a need to be defensive and ‘right’.
And more…

Jayson is a true expert in the field of conflict management. He’s extensively practiced and studied and most importantly, he does this work in his own life.

Jayson is an incredible person to learn from. Tune into this episode and discover powerful tools and techniques for moving from disconnection to connection, acceptance, and understanding. You could learn something that will change the quality of your relationships forever.

“If we could live in a world where the grownups knew a little bit more about how to work through their differences, that’d be a pretty inspiring place.”

Contact Info:

https://www.jaysongaddis.com/
https://www.facebook.com/jaysongaddisfanpage
https://www.instagram.com/jaysongaddis/

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“The thing you’re seeking outside of you from someone else is the thing you need from you.”

It’s wild how much has transpired in 2021 so far and August was no exception!

This has been a BIG month and as always, I’m super excited to share my biggest lessons, takeaways, and healings. In this episode, you’ll discover why I cut my hair and all the symbolism around that. You’ll also hear about the financial shock that sparked deeper levels of self-trust as well as insights into my personal reflection process which is getting sharper and sharper.

I’m so grateful for this powerful month and for all the incredible inner journeys it sparked. All the events from this month have helped me learn to trust myself in new ways - and I can’t wait to share it all with you.

“If it’s in my heart, it’s true.”

As usual, my dear friend Georgina El Morshdy is here to hold space, provide reflections, and help us navigate this important conversation about self-trust and learning how to give yourself what you need.

Here are some of the key takeaways you’ll hear us discuss:

Key takeaways:

The full story of why I cut my hair.
What I learned when my bank account went $960,000 in the red.
The power to choose to say you’ve arrived.
Healing the inner child through internal validation.
Honoring your deepest needs and expressing them.
Interpreting my ninja dream and growing from it.
The dance of trusting your heart while meeting the external world.
Trusting heart wisdom and letting it lead the way.
Rituals for living from a heart-centered place.
And more…

This month, I’ve been able to connect with a deeper level of love within myself that has in turn helped me just stay grounded and rooted in me in new and profound ways. I’m excited to reveal it all in this week’s episode.

“I’ve reached a certain point in my journey where I can just sit inside of all the experiences that are showing up in my life and meet them with grace and presence and not run from them.”

Contact Info:

Raj’s contact details.
Find Georgina on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/georginaelmorshdy/
Or Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/georgina.morshdy

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“The more I trust myself, the more I listen to myself, the prouder I am of myself.”

This episode’s guest feels like a soul brother to me. Vipul Bhesania and I had an instant resonance when we first met, and since then we’ve had so many profound conversations on and off the mic.

The conversation we recorded together for this episode was so rich.

We took a meandering path through many concepts - covering everything from soul truths, to routines, rituals, and discovering what’s right for you.

You’ll love this conversation if you’re on the path of living an inspired life and are driven to connect deeper and deeper with your true self.

Check out all the goodness…

“I realized I’m the asset. I’m the one that provides value.”

Vipul has a gift of expressing thoughts and emotions through words that connect with people on a really deep level. Through his work, Vipul inspires other people to seek their truth through his Know Your Legacy podcast, and his new book - ‘Searching in Silence’.

In this episode, we explore:

The power of cultivating self-awareness.
The role of resonance in finding love and relationship.
Connection as a currency.
Surrendering the need to lead from the mind and make space for the heart.
Intangible superpowers and how we’re learning to own them.
Creating space between identity and feelings.
Understanding what you need in the moment and finding the ritual that works for you.
Softening to hear the inner, inner voice.
And more...

“I trust the skills that I’ve adopted and the level of intuition that I’ve adopted along the way to guide me. And so, I’m going to make a decision that may be completely random to other people but for me, it seems like the right thing to do.”

In a world with so much external noise, learning to dive deep into your core knowing can provide you with the guidance, courage, and certainty you need to stay grounded in a life you love.

This episode holds many clues that can help you walk this path with grace and ease.

Contact Info:

www.vipulbhesania.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vipulbhesania/

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“The better our boundaries are, the more powerful our presence will be in the world.”

I’m super excited to re-release this incredible conversation I had with Karlee Fain earlier last year. After feeling a strong need to revisit my own boundary setting, I tuned into this conversation and took so many gems from it. Thanks to Karlee’s insights, I found it easier than it may have been to create the right boundaries for me.

Boundaries are a way to create more power in your world. They also help to make relationships deeper, more connected, and safer. Boundaries can also help you to navigate tough conversations making this tool a skill to practice and master.

If you feel drawn to practice setting and maintaining energetic and physical boundaries in your life, this episode will help. Check it out.

“Creating boundaries takes real courage.”

Karlee Fain is a celebrity business and health coach who shows career-driven women how to upgrade their boundaries so they can tap into their deepest wisdom and stop people-pleasing. As a sought-after live-in coach to A-List celebrities [including Grammy-award winners], Karlee empowers people to get back their precious time and energy.

Boundary settings is a core area of expertise for Karlee and in this episode we explore:

How to differentiate between self-love when you need to take time and self-love when you need to do the work.
The teacup and saucer analogy of boundaries and self-love.
Why creating boundaries isn’t easy.
How to know that our boundaries are appropriate.
How our body tells us that it’s time to set boundaries.
What are boundaries actually protecting?
How to determine which values are worth creating boundaries around.
Why starting with low-risk scenarios is a great way to practice boundary setting.
How to start being radically honest with yourself.
How to make friends as adults.
And more!

If you haven’t already, please subscribe to the podcast to ensure you get notified each time we push a new episode live. I love creating these conversations to help you cultivate healing and self-awareness in your life.

“Before we even articulate a boundary to somebody else, we have to be clear on why we need it, and what it is, and what that’s about.”

How to contact

www.karleefain.com
https://www.facebook.com/EveryBodyThrive/
https://www.instagram.com/karlee_Fain/

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“The truth is heart-centered. The truth just beams from your master source of intelligence, which is your intuition.”

Kyle Brown was fully invested in the hustle culture. He played competitive water polo in college and was also a competitive bodybuilder. His lifestyle revolved around pushing and going and everything he did was focused around competition and competing against himself. But that all changed in January 2019 when Kyle got sick to the point of near-death.

He was diagnosed with double pneumonia. He had sepsis too and his organs were shutting down. Until this point, Kyle was a healthy, strong individual who was 5% lean all year around. He didn’t take any kind of pharmaceuticals and he believed mind over matter was enough to push through anything.

Suddenly, Kyle was faced with a situation that his default approach couldn’t solve. He had to surrender and hope that antibiotics would save his life.

In this moment of surrender, Kyle realized that his striving lifestyle was actually digging a grave. He began asking different questions… Was there a better way to live? In the process, Kyle discovered a new path to health and balance - a journey we explore in this powerful episode.

“The mind serves its purpose but it is not the master communicator, nor the master of intellect.”

Kyle Brown has empowered busy entrepreneurs for roughly two decades to break down barriers to achieve physical, mental, and emotional mastery. This is a process he calls Rapid Harmony. World changers, top CEOs, Fortune 500 companies, professional and Olympic athletes, and countless celebrities have worked with Kyle to develop a sustainable, fit, happy, peaceful, aligned and balanced lifestyle. Kyle is also the CEO and creator of FIT 365®, an all-natural, delicious, gourmet meal in a shake.

In this episode, Kyle and I explore:

What is EFT tapping?
How healing can happen instantaneously.
The power of acknowledging your radio station.
Cultivating self-trust and surrender.
Kyle’s near-death story and how it transformed his perspective on life.
How to create a surrendered lifestyle and way of being.
Healing guilt and shame with EFT.
Why anger is a key part of any transformation.
A simple practice for exposing your inner critic.
Why it’s not selfish to receive.
And more...

“You have to be pissed off with the status quo enough to want to change.”

If you enjoy this episode, please remember to rate and review the show because it helps other like-minded people find us. You can shoot me a DM too and let me know your favorite bits. I read all your messages personally.

Contact Info:

FITKYLEBROWN.COM & FIT365.COM
Facebook.com/fitkylebrown
instagram.com/fitkylebrown
twitter.com/fitkylebrown

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“Your inner critic is actually meant to serve your brain. It’s not meant to hurt you.”

The month of July was hectic, heartbreaking, and healing for me. An incredible friend of mine passed from stage 4 cancer, and yet again, end of life taught me some potent lessons, which I share in this episode.

Looking back, it’s clear to me that this month’s events have allowed me to become deeply intimate with the critical, judgy voice in my head. The voice that scolds me for not being enough, not doing enough, or the “fact that I should have known better.” (how many of you are familiar with that one?!)

Thanks to these experiences, I was able to gather some deep insights into the role that my inner critic plays in helping me experience the life I desire.

“It takes a daring level of vulnerability to own your shortcomings.”

I don’t believe that the negative voices in our minds are here to stop us from being happy. And when we can find the compassion in our hearts to hold space for the voice of our inner critics to evolve, we create more holistic internal operating systems that serve our highest and best good while empowering a culture of ease and grace.

As usual, my dear friend Georgina El Morshdy is here to hold space, provide reflections, and help us navigate this important conversation about self-leadership and learning how to heal the judgy voice of your inner critic.

Here are some of the key takeaways you’ll hear us discuss:

What it means to be a leader.
Why we have an inner critic and how it keeps us safe.
Tristin’s passing, the commissioned painting, and what it taught me about self-trust.
Where the voice of judgement originates [and how to spot it in your external world].
Judging the ‘Tornado in a t-shirt’.
How the inner critic protects you.
And more…

I hope you find this month’s reflection episode illuminating and thoughtful as you learn to love yourself in deeper and more magical ways. This is the beautiful work that will change your life. If you enjoy this episode, please rate and review the show.You can also DM me on Instagram. I read every message personally.

“Heart-based leadership is just you being the example, it’s you embodying the talk, it’s you walking the walk.”

Contact Info:

Raj’s contact details.
Find Georgina on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/georginaelmorshdy/
Or Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/georgina.morshdy

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“I think identity alchemy is finding who you are at the core.”

How do you identify and define yourself when you have multiple interests and multiple talents? How do you encapsulate it all under one umbrella with a common message?

For Nick Onken, the answer is Identity Alchemy - the creative art of deconstructing who you are [and who you’ve been] so you can discover the essence that sits at your core.

In this episode, Nick and I explore the creative power we can all access - to unleash our inner genius.

“Art inspires, art is the language that transcends and inspires people without language.”

In this beautiful episode, Nick and I explore:

What does identity alchemy mean?
The power of personal brands
The creative force of connecting to the energy of the moment.
Creation as a tool to pull yourself into your truth.
Intentionality and creating your moments.
Dancing between masuline and feminine energies to let the magic flow.
What it means to deconstruct and what secrets this opens up?
Curiosity, exploring the world of possibilities, and creating for the pure joy of it.
And more…

“To me, feeling inspired is just an energetic frequency. It's an emotional frequency that just tops everything.”

Contact Info:

INSTAGRAM.COM/NICKONKEN
FACEBOOK.COM/NICKONKENINC
LINKEDIN.COM/IN/NICKONKEN

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“The breath knows us better than we know ourselves.”

On average we breathe around 20,000 times a day, but how many of those breaths are conscious?

Breathwork is a practice that can deepen your awareness, cultivate presence, and help you find, release, and move through discomfort in your body. Best of all, this tool is accessible to all of us and it’s completely free.

I’ve been exploring the power of the breath more and more over the past few years. Breath is the thread that flows through so many healing modalities and it always blows my mind how something so simple [and natural] can be profoundly potent and powerful.

In this episode, I’m interviewing a breathwork practitioner - Zach Rehder - for a deep dive into the myriad of ways that breathwork can elevate your life.

“We’re here to awaken up to our greatness, to who and what we really are.”

Zach Rehder is an international teacher, speaker and healer. Through a series of awakenings, he became a channel for messages and energies that heal, unlock and awaken human potential. His work enables individuals to dissolve barriers and free themselves from negativity, limitation and lack.

Zach travels to facilitate seminars and workshops and regularly hosts teleclasses and online programs. He provides remote and in-person private sessions for clients from around the globe. Many clients have experienced amazing, inexplicable healings and awakenings through Zach’s programs and sessions.

In this episode, Zach and I explore:

Why are we so unconscious of our breath?
What is the best way to breathe?
Why Zach decided to dedicate his life to breathwork.
A daily practice that brings more agency to the breath.
Learning to be present with the discomfort.
The links between meditation and breathwork.
What does truth feel like?
Leading from presence, not thought.
And more…

Breath is a powerful way to connect with the present moment and feel more deeply into your body and your being. This beautiful conversation is a gateway into a breathwork practice - and a tool that can serve you in any moment of your life.

“Instead of trying to rearrange our life so that we don’t have to feel the discomfort, let’s feel it. This is where the magic is.”

Contact Info:

www.zachrehder.com
https://www.facebook.com/zrehder/
https://www.instagram.com/zachrehder/

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“Belief and trust and faith and ultimately courage comes from understanding that when we move first, the universe actually follows.”

When I first met this week’s guest, there were firecrackers! We had an instant connection, and I knew this conversation would be phenomenal.

Susanne Goldstein is a high-end coach and mentor for purpose-driven humans who desire to be a force for good in the world. She helps people live life with their souls on fire, and she’s been coaching and consulting everyone from startups to Fortune 100 companies for over 30 years.

Perhaps most importantly is how Susanne walks her talk. She knows how to cultivate the courage to upgrade herself and follow her dreams, as demonstrated by her impressive career and life moves.

“Courage is this ability to keep walking, to keep stepping, to know that you don’t have to know the next 150 steps... you need to know one.”

Through her company, DAREHuman, Susanne helps people crack open their consciousness, fortify their emotional foundation, activate their authentic purpose, accelerate their ability to "get sh*t done," and build high-performing and high-impact entrepreneurial ventures.

Here are some of the key takeaways from this great conversation:

How Susanne sets monthly The[ME]s to upgrade herself like software.
Susanne Version 17.0 and healing yourself through The[ME]s.
Susanne’s Matrix movie ritual for upleveling and upgrading.
The power of asking yourself who you want to BE.
The Habit Framework for being choiceful in moments of chaos.
Standing for the evolution of humanity.
Susanne’s Tom Cruise story for cultivating your ‘it’ factor.
Breaking through the sound barrier as a metaphor for fear.
Playing volleyball with the universe for a better life.
The problem with toxic positivity and the truth about emotions
Working with the DAREHuman Diamond.
And more...

One of the things I loved most about this episode is that Susanne does not hold back on the processes she shares. If you’re looking for some practical tools and inspiring stories to help you upgrade your life, this episode is full of them!

Check it out now...

“My courage is always bigger than my fear. My desire is always bigger than my fear.”

Contact Info:

Join Susanne’s DAREHuman community on Facebook.
Find Susanne on Facebook.
Follow Susanne on Instagram.

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“When your power is attached to feelings you can create inside of you, there’s absolutely nothing that keeps you caged.”

As I bring you my June reflection, we’re now officially halfway through 2021. This episode is especially powerful for me because I’m noticing how my reflection process is deepening and evolving as I dig in more. As a result, my personal growth is accelerating, and my insights are helping me to step into new possibilities for myself and my life.

My reflection process is one of my favorite personal development tools.

It’s a catalyst for spiritual growth, it deepens my connection with myself, and it’s taking me to new levels of self-awareness and personal responsibility.

I hope that by sharing the way I navigate my reflection [as well as some core takeaways from June], you can extract some ideas to expand your personal practice.

“When you feel like you’re on top of the world - when things are just great - that’s when your body finally feels safe enough to open up the doors underneath.”

I’m grateful and excited to share this month’s reflection because I feel like I’m getting to a place where I’m working on the thing beneath the thing! As a results, my insights are deepening.

If you’ve listened to any of my previous monthly reflections, you’ll know that Georgina El Morshdy is here to help us navigate this conversation.

Here are some of the key takeaways you’ll hear us explore:

How my reflection process has evolved and deepened with time.
What it means to be the weather instead of the thermostat.
Specific ways that my way of being is evolving.
How to access desired emotions without the external trigger.
Learning that the universe has my back.
The power of family board meetings and ‘keeping the glass clean’.
How I process challenging emotions to avoid conflict.
And more…

When I look for the thread that wove itself through June, I can see that this month has been about cultivating trust. Trust in me and trust in the way that the universe is holding me as my life continues to unfold. There’s so much intentional growth to be created when you look for it.

What did the month of June hold for you?

“When you heal yourself, you naturally start to embody more love, which then naturally heals the people in your life.”

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“The things I’m most grateful for in this moment are actually the lessons and the experiences I had when things were hardest.”

One of the things I love most about Stay Grounded is the opportunity it provides to meet people from all walks of life. Over the years, I’ve interviewed some fascinating people, and this episode is no different…

Apart from the way that Joseph Billotti and I met.

I’ve recently been spending time on the phone connecting with JavaPresse Coffee Club OGs. These are people who’ve been drinking JavaPresse coffee for years and I wanted to know what they love about the brand.

89-year-old Joseph was one of the people I interviewed.

“One of the most beautiful parts about life is that there’s so many different ways to do it, and there’s so many adventures to choose and so many different journeys to go on.”

What was supposed to be a 15-minute chat about coffee morphed into a deep conversation about life, love, spirituality, service, and more.

Joseph has lived a full and colorful life. He’s travelled over the world as a missionary, fought cancer, and cultivated a deep connection with God. His perspective on life inspired me so much that I invited him onto the show.

He’s one of Stay Grounded’s oldest guests and I’m so excited for you to hear Joseph's lessons from a long life.

In this episode, we explore:

Joseph’s journey to connecting with himself.
Meaningful coffee rituals. How Joseph starts his day with intention.
“Everything is a prayer”. How Joseph inspires faith in life.
The roles of forgiveness and gratitude.
Joseph's spiritual beliefs, finding God, and understanding the soul.
Lessons for beautiful friendships.
Joseph’s core message about life after 89 years on this planet.
Navigating cancer.
And more…

It’s a gift to be able to glimpse at life through the eyes of an 89 year old who’s lived through and experienced so much. It’s my hope that you can extract some age-old wisdom for yourself when you listen to this episode.

“In the beginning of life, all there is is love, and at the end of life, all there is is love. And I think somewhere in the middle, we forget that.”

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Check out Joseph’s art - https://www.josephebillotti.com

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“When we’re experiencing peace, we’re authentically being who we are.”

I recorded this conversation with spiritual leader Panache Desai just before the first COVID lockdown hit in early 2020. In this interview, Panache gave an insight into his own experience of crisis and suffering and how it created an experience for spiritual and personal growth.

I found Panache’s perspective so empowering. In fact, this conversation became a catalyst for multiple personal events that unfolded during my 2020.

I wanted to share this episode again because of the powerful reminder of the importance of the journey to self-love, acceptance, peace and surrender. When you listen, you’ll discover how you can walk the path to enoughness with grace, surrender, and divinity.

“People, once they are reacquainted with their essential self, have everything.”

Panache Desai is a visionary thought leader and a life catalyst in the area of human development. This incredible human has appeared on Oprah’s Super Soul Sunday, he’s collaborated with Depak Chopra and has worked with everyone from Neale Donald Walsh to Joe Dispenza, Brian Weiss, Ram Dass, James Redfield, and other luminaries in the fields of spiritual and personal development. Panache is also an international bestselling author and at this pivotal point in human history, he’s published a new book - You Are Enough - Revealing the Soul to Discover Your Power, Potential, and Possibility.

Here’s a taste of what Panache and I discuss:

Why Panache’s daughter forced him to surrender to the uncertainty of life - and the beautiful healing journey that happened as a result.
The priceless gift of struggle and suffering.
What does peace and surrender feel like?
What is the essential self?
Does ego ever help us play at our highest level?
How can you get to the point where you feel enough?
What we have to learn about enoughness from squirrels.
What role does the mind play in helping us live our higher self?
Tools to make your mind the poster child of the heart.
The power of the breath.
The five commitments of enoughness.
What is presence?

I guarantee this episode will inspire a new way of thinking; leaving you empowered to approach today’s world with a sense of hope, faith, and peace.

“Your value and your worth don’t come from what you produce. Your value and your worth come from your loving heart, and your willingness to be a human being.”

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“Just show up for the plan that the Universe has already provided for you.”

We’re living in an age of collective evolution where we’re relearning what it means to be human. More and more people are challenging the old paradigms of success and fulfillment; finding new ways to be, have, and do the things we desire.

Dr Bo Cicak is one of these humans.

Voted San Diego's #1 Chiropractor in 2019 and 2020, Dr Bo is an embodied example of what it means to prioritize health and create a life attuned to a spiritual calling.

In this episode, Dr Bo explores his journey to trusting in an unseen power as he’s learned to prioritize the inner world and live a more responsive life.

Tune in now to hear how chiropractic philosophy can increase your capacity to surrender to the pull of life - as you stay grounded in what matters most to you.

“Your body has the ability to heal itself. All you have to do is just give it the opportunity to do so.”

Dr Bo Cicak is an educator of health and a student of life. He offers a profound perspective on how to become the very best version of yourself. As a Chiropractor, his focus is not only on proper alignment of your spine but also to ensure you learn all the necessary health habits in order to correct your condition and live life to the fullest.

In this episode, Dr Bo and I explore how to find greater meaning in all that you do - so that you can become all that you are and create your best life.

Some key takeaways include:

The importance of optimizing for the way you feel.
How to know when you’re out of flow.
The power of starting your day internally instead of externally.
Transforming our understanding of hard work.
Dance, movement, loosening up and alchemizing unsettled energy.
Tapping into the WHY behind the energies and emotions you feel.
A dive into chiropractic philosophy.
The physical weight of an emotional thought. [Example from my relationship break-up].
How Bo’s career shift is an example of an act of surrender.
What it means to surrender to life.
And more...

If you know there’s more to life, and you’re ready to sink into what your heart, body, and emotions are calling you to explore, this episode is for you.

“Your energy is the most valuable thing that you have in life. It’s what attracts everything positive or negative to you. It’s what allows you to thrive during the day and it’s what protects you if things are coming against you.”

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“To me, the courage to rise in love is the idea of facing everything in front of us with the lens of love.”

It’s that time again! The episode where I take you through my monthly reflection and all my learnings from May 2021.

This is my fifth reflection this year and I’m seeing such a huge benefit from this deep-dive process. When you get intentional about your life and pay attention to what’s actually happening, you unlock the gifts, lessons, and experiences of the moment. For me, this level of self-reflection is an accelerator that leverages hindsight as a personal and spiritual growth tool.

Reflection helps you get the lessons faster, so you can bend time and condense your life.

It’s one of the ways I’m able to have my cake and eat it too.

“It’s the greatest gift to find the thing that cannot be taken away when things get hard.”

May has been a growth-fuelled, wildly fulfilling month most notably marked by the end of my 20s. This milestone inspired me to purge things that aren’t originating from an internal source or my heart, creating space to rise in something new.

If you’ve listened to any of my previous monthly reflections, you’ll know that Georgina El Morshdy is here to help us navigate this conversation.

Here are some of the key takeaways you’ll hear us explore:

Key takeaways:

How it felt to write a eulogy for my 20s.
Leaving Austin and marking the end of a chapter.
Making the shift from being an inspiration to living an inspired life.
How to purge things that no longer serve you from your life.
What it means to shatter the idea of you [and how this creates opportunities for growth].
How to know when you’re rising in love.
Trust, synchronicities, and faith in the universe.
What is time and how can you bend it in your favor.
My definition of faith and how to cultivate it.
What you find when you strip away what isn’t yours.
And more…

As well as finding something for yourself in this episode, I hope my monthly reflections inspire you to look back over your own life so you can extract the lessons that life is teaching you.

“To me, the goal of personal development work is utility. Is it useful or not for me to believe this thing?”

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“To get to that emotion, to get to that connection that I think we all crave, you have to be a good listener.”

Humans have been connecting through stories since time immemorial. There’s something about stories that hook us in, build meaningful connection, and even leave us forever changed.

This episode’s guest has been extracting and telling other people’s life stories for decades. Mike O’Krent’s journey started in 1996 when he spent four years interviewing Holocaust survivors for Steven Spielberg’s Survivors of the Shoah Visual History Foundation. [Now the USC Shoah Foundation.]

This life-changing experience inspired Mike to master the art of listening - honing his interviewing skills to bring out the heart and essence of his interviewees.

Through Mike’s work at Lifestories Alive, powerful stories don’t have to be left in the graveyard. Instead, they can be captured as a legacy for future generations to tap into their ancestry.

“When you shut up long enough to really hear somebody you really get to know the essence of an individual.”

Tune into this episode and discover some powerful tips and techniques that will sharpen your own listening, storytelling, and conversation skills. You’ll also discover what’s possible when you tap into the art of listening and set an intention to know another human on a deep and meaningful level.

Check out these episode highlights:

How Mike felt interviewing Holocaust survivors.
What are the healing aspects of telling your story?
“The chill of the sigh” and the feeling of telling the story.
Mike’s incredible tip for being a better listener.
The power of clarifying questions.
How personal stories heal families.
Interviewing centurions.
How do you encourage someone to tell a story they don’t believe matters?
The reason WHY? is such a powerful question.
Where Mike’s passion for capturing stories comes from
Questions to ask to unlock a life story.
The power of finding your own story.
And more...

As a podcaster, I’ve seen for myself how conversations evolve and deepen as my own listening skills develop with practice.

I loved speaking with this master storyteller and I know you’ll take so much from Mike’s wisdom.

“Volumes are spoken in silence.”

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https://www.lifestoriesalive.com/
https://www.facebook.com/caregiverplan
https://www.instagram.com/caregiverplan/

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“There is a fundamental and universal... almost like a human right, for us to be happy.”

If you ask parents around the world what they most want for their kids, most will answer happiness. You could say that happiness is the core aim of the human experience.

So why do so many people struggle to experience one of the feelings we crave the most?

This episode’s guest is Dr. Elia Gourgouris who’s a keynote speaker, author, and president of The Happiness Center - an organization of world-leading experts in the field of Positive Psychology dedicated to creating personal success and happiness.

Dr Elia believes that happiness is a choice. In this episode, Dr Elia shares what he’s learned about the 7 pathways to lasting happiness - and how these paths can lead to self-love, success, and greater work-life balance.

“If you want to be happy in life, do something good for somebody else, every day, and you will be a rich man.”

Dr Elia is the author of the #1 bestseller 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness. With his positive psychology background, he’s helped thousands of people over the past 35 years choose happiness. Dr Elia also co-hosts the weekly The Kindness and Happiness Connection podcast and was the Executive Producer of the Reality TV show Cash Cowboys and is currently working on a new Reality TV show called The Kindness Givers!

In this powerful episode, Dr Elia and I explore:

Key takeaways:

Why do we find it hard to believe that happiness is a choice?
Self-forgiveness as a courageous act.
The life-changing advice Elia received from his grandfather when he was five-years-old.
Why helping is a catalyst for happiness and joy.
What does true happiness feel like?
The link between happiness and forgiving.
Why your life is a reflection of what’s happening on the inside.
How to love yourself - even during times of adversity and challenge.
The importance of eliminating toxic relationships from your life.
Healing the fear of being alone.
The difference between needing to know and accepting what is.

Dr Elia explains how you can impact the way you feel by choosing your attitude. When you believe that happiness is a choice, you can back control over your life and intentionally create moments that spark joy.

If you desire more happiness in your life, you’ll love hearing what Dr Elia has to say in this deep-dive conversation.

“Self-care or self-love is always the first path to lasting happiness.”

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https://www.dreliagourgouris.com/
https://www.facebook.com/DrElia
https://www.instagram.com/dr.eliag/
https://twitter.com/DrElia

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“My story about the world and everyone in it is what’s making me feel these things, and so I’m the one that has the power to shift that story.”

Have you ever wondered why people don’t implement good advice… even advice that they pay for?

The answer is your underlying belief system. If advice contradicts or conflicts with who you believe yourself to be [and what you believe is possible], the advice won’t stick.

No wonder belief work is so powerful…

It’s in our rewiring of our deeply held beliefs that meaningful change and transformation can happen - something that this episode’s guest is a master of.

Britt Lefkoe is a business and personal development coach, who specializes in coaching entrepreneurs and executives who are looking to push through glass ceilings, uplevel in their business, and create more joy and authenticity in their lives.

For over 20 years, Britt has been expanding upon the groundbreaking work of her father, Morty Lefkoe, whose belief-based, neuroscientific approach to business and personal development has been instrumental in the growth of individuals and organizations around the world.

Britt's work is focused on identifying and shifting the underlying beliefs, thoughts, and feelings that are typically buried underneath layers of achieving, accomplishments, and pushing through. Her highly customized methodology helps clients identify blind spots and create unwavering confidence, to accelerate growth without undiagnosed problems holding them back.

“Once we realize that it’s a story we’re creating about what happened that’s making us feel how we feel, we have the power to change that story, to heal that story, to have a conversation with that story.”

In this episode, Britt explains how you can leverage your emotions as messengers and reveals how to work with the wounded inner child to open the door for new opportunities going forward.

We cover a LOT in this episode, including the following highlights:

Why we’re afraid to dive into bigger possibilities.
What comes first? Do you focus on the mindset or the emotions?
How do you unravel the stories that hold you back?
Building on the foundation left behind by others.
How does self-love allow you to experience a deep, rich life.
What it means to be a mirror for others.
Embodying your power to be a ripple for others.
Exploring your relationship with courage.
Expanding your life through the power of feelings alone.
Letting the universe surprise you.
And more...

Britt is a beautiful soul who’s beingness is an inspiration. Her energy lights you up and the way she moves through life and honors the universe encourages others to look for more joy.

This powerful episode is packed with golden insights that can inspire you to believe that you can move through anything and everything that holds you back.

I can’t wait for you to check it out.

“We are perfect as we are. We just need to remember our own divinity along the way.”

Contact Info:

www.brittlefkoe.com
https://www.facebook.com/BrittanyLefkoe/
https://www.instagram.com/brittadventures/

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“When you can trust in the unfolding, you know that every hardship you’re experiencing is only a hardship because it hasn’t fully blossomed into the blessing yet.”

I’m super excited to release this latest reflection episode. April 2021 held a lot of teachings and because it was also the last month of my 20s, this reflection holds an extra special meaning.

This month, I’ve been learning to cultivate faith.

Sometimes, life doesn’t unfold in the way you imagine. Sometimes, projects and plans can take longer to come to fruition than you would have liked - and that can create inner friction! But when you believe that everything is happening FOR you, delays create an opening to explore uncomfortable emotions and experiences.

In the process, you grow and evolve at lightning speed!

I’m super grateful for this month. April has given me the circumstances that have allowed me to experience who I am at a deeper level - and as always, I’m sharing all the juicy details with you in this week’s episode.

“The more I personally lean on reflection, the more I learn to trust in the unfolding of events.”

If you’ve listened to any of my previous monthly reflections, you’ll know that Georgina El Morshdy is here to help us navigate this conversation.

Here are some of the key takeaways you’ll hear us explore:

The important difference between the paths of evolution and achievement.
Differentiating between the idea of you and the real you.
Faith and the gift of believing everything happens FOR you.
Recognizing that painful moments often deepen relationships and cultivate intimacy.
Cultivating the courage to ask for help from those you would normally support.
What it means to ‘keep the glass clean’.
And more...

The universe asked me to step up in so many ways this month.

But in hindsight, I wouldn’t have had it any other way. Allowing myself to see who I am at a deeper level, is an experience I’m always grateful for.

It’s my hope that by discovering my recent experiences and listening to this conversation, you’ll have more trust in the lessons life wants to teach you - however they choose to show up.

Check it out.

“Asking for help is one of the bravest things anyone can do.”

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Raj’s contact details.
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“Loss is part of life and we have to be able to support people better.”

COVID interrupted our lives in so many unexpected ways. As the fallout of the pandemic continues, people across the world are experiencing loss and grief in ways we couldn’t have predicted.

Some people are working through job losses, business closures, and shifts in the way we socialize, travel, and work. Others are navigating the grief of losing a loved one. In this way, COVID has brought the subject of death to the surface. Death is a conversation many of us in the western world are ill equipped to hold, handle, or lead - at work and in our homes.

Serial entrepreneur - Tracey Ivanyshyn - is on a mission to change this way of being by helping founders and companies create a culture that holds space for good grief at work. This work is so important - especially during these times - because companies that can hold space for ‘good grief’ are stronger; as are their people.

“Grief is like a wave.”

Tracey is the CEO of three companies, a founder and a soul centered leader. She’s also a ‘retired’ social worker, with recent studies in Palliative Care, The Art of Dying and The Grief Journey.

Selected to join Virgin Unite's 100% Human at Work Group, Tracey attends quarterly gatherings with the Virgin Group of Companies. She’s published in their annual Culture Experiments Collection alongside many corporate culture giants - Google, Zappos, Chanel, Unilever, Ideo and NextJump to name a few.

In life, death is the only thing that’s certain, which means grief will tap us all on the shoulder at some point. By empowering people and companies to create sacred space for ‘good grief’, Tracey opens the door to borrow wisdom from death, so we can better live.

Key takeaways:

The mindset for shifting the grief conversation.
Understanding the power of acknowledging loss.
How to hold and support someone with grief.
What are meaningful condolences?
Allowing empathy to guide your response to grief.
Exploring rituals for grief and remembrance.
Tangible ways leaders can open up about grief and loss.
Letters to a 10-year-old. Why Tracey is inspired to support people in grief.
The two questions people ask at the end of life that you could be asking now.
And more...

This episode’s conversation is so beautiful. Tracey’s empathy, compassion, and heart shines through. She makes a challenging topic feel like a safe space to explore. Check it out for yourself.

“I think that grief can trip us up because we don’t have the right words.”

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www.reimaginegoodbye.com
Tracey.forster.ivanyshyn (Facebook)
https://www.instagram.com/goodgriefatwork
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“When you reflect on your journey, you’re better able to connect the dots.”

What do YOU think about the world?

How can you differentiate between the knowledge you’ve acquired from books and the wisdom you’ve embodied as your own?

What is the truth of who YOU are - and how can you go about finding it all?

Vipul Bhesania’s life transformed when he developed severe eczema while studying at university. His condition was so extreme that even sleep became painful because his skin tore so easily. Physical pain made Vipul question his ambition to become a successful, highly paid city of London lawyer. Instead, he got interested in philosophy and began asking bigger and bigger questions.

Who am I?

What is this force behind science?

What is underneath all the layers of my identity?

As a result of these conversations, Vipul transformed his relationship with himself - and cultivated the beautiful skill of expressing emotions through words.

“When I connect with the feeling, the words appear.”

Today, Vipul inspires other people to seek their truth through his Know Your Legacy podcast, and his new book - ‘Searching in Silence’.

In this episode, Vipul shares the personal journey that inspired his spiritual evolution and empowered him to connect with his truth. Together, we explore:

What inspires Vipul’s writing and creative process.
How to connect with your true sense of self.
Self-reflection and how it builds self-trust.
Why gratitude is the undercurrent beneath it all.
What inspired Vipul’s spiritual path.
Digging into the concept of shedding.
The power of building a relationship with yourself.
The journey of expressing your emotions and heartspace through writing.
And more...

If your soul is calling for self-discovery and you’re ready to reconnect with your authentic self and unlock the answers to your biggest questions, this soulful conversation holds an abundance of clues.

“What inspires me is to channel more of who I actually am into the work.”

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www.vipulbhesania.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vipulbhesania/

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“Inspiration really comes in the quiet moments.”

We all have the ability to be creative, the question is, how do you access your unique talents and allow yourself to be inspired? The good news is there are specific acts you can take to awaken your creative being so you can express your essence and become your authentic self.

This episode’s guest is Tracy Matthews - a jewelry designer, entrepreneur, mentor to creative visionaries and host of the top-rated podcast, Thrive By Design.

Tracy’s life has been inspired by creativity and imagination ever since she was a child. Tracy has unique insight into what it means to be creative, and in this episode, she reveals it all!

“The more open you are to hearing someone else’s perspective or point of view, the more knowledgeable you become about yourself.”

Tracy has a passion for helping people tap into their unique creative brilliance factor to make more money and impact. She’s been featured in InStyle, Elle, Us Weekly, Real Simple, Martha Stewart Weddings, Entrepreneur, and The Today Show. She’s also been interviewed on various media outlets including Yahoo Finance, Entrepreneur, American Fashion Podcast, Online Marketing Made Easy and Creative Live.

As the Chief Visionary Officer of Flourish & Thrive Academy, she helps other jewelry brands launch, grow and scale profitable jewelry businesses. Over the years, she’s inspired creative thinkers to use their innate gifts to grow their businesses. At Creatives Rule the World, she helps creative visionaries of entrepreneurial companies to spend more time in their creative zone of genius which results in more inspired teams, increased profitability and a lot more fun in business.

In this powerful episode, Tracy explores how to tap into your creative genius - so you can express your uniqueness into the world. Here’s an overview of what we discuss.

Key takeaways:

How do you cultivate an energy of fascination?
The power of role models for inspiring your path.
How Cameron Diaz inspired Tracy to become a jewellery designer.
The value of the nuance that’s often overlooked.
Opening up by leaning into curiosity and playing with ‘what if’ energy.
Playing devil’s advocate and debating for the other side.
Rip-offs, plagiarism, and navigating copycats.
Co-creating with the universe.
The dance between the inner voice and external influences.
Creating from source.
And more...

If you want to unlock your creativity and top up on some tips and insights to help you cultivate your skills, this episode has your back. Tune in now.

“I try to have one day a week to just have nothing on the schedule where I can think about stuff and formulate ideas.”

Contact Info:

Websites: TracyMatthews.com, FlourishThriveAcademy.com, & CreativesRuleTheWorld.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tracymatthewsofficial/ https://www.facebook.com/FlourishThriveAcademy/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourish_thrive/
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“If we truly want to heal as a country, as a society, as a world, we need each other.”

Rewind the clock to 2020 and consultant, coach, author, speaker, and connector Andy Storch was riding a momentum train.

He’d re-designed his in-person training business post-COVID and was getting ready to launch and promote his new book - Own Your Career Own Your Life.

During this same period, Andy was experiencing some abdominal pain, which he’d planned to “tough out”. Unfortunately, the pain didn’t subside so Andy went to an urgent care facility.

Shortly after, he was diagnosed with testicular cancer. This diagnosis guided Andy’s life down a path that required a shift in priorities. He faced surgery and chemo as well as redesigning his life so he could manage his mindset and his health.

“Even though I have these challenges, I have so much to be grateful for.”

Andy is the host of two podcasts including The Talent Development Hot Seat and The Andy Storch Show. He’s also the founder and host of the Talent Development Think Tank conference and community. Most importantly, Andy is a husband, father, and friend who is on a mission to get the absolute most out of life and inspire others to do the same.

In this powerful episode, Andy and I explore what it’s like to receive a cancer diagnosis. We also explore how you can best help someone who’s walking a similar path to Andy.

Key takeaways:

The moment Andy was diagnosed with cancer at age 40.
Andy’s relationship with control and how it changed through cancer.
The struggle of asking for help.
Specific ways Andy likes to be supported.
Healing through the support of others.
Gratitude as a force to help you navigate anything.
The journey of accepting cancer and finding gratitude for the moment.
Cultivating an empowered mindset for dealing with challenges.
Three questions to ask yourself when you face a challenge.
A mantra that helped Andy navigate these times.
Why you’ve got to take ownership of your career.
And more...

“Nobody else decides your happiness, your fulfillment, or your success. That is all up to you.”

Andy’s story is an inspiring reminder of the personal power that’s available - regardless of the path life asks us to walk. Everything in life is a result of the perspective you choose. In this episode, Andy shows how you can leverage the power of mindset to navigate anything with gratitude and courage.

This man is an inspiration and I’m excited for you to hear his story.

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“The more you can allow yourself to be seen, the more you heal.”

For me, reflection is a practice that sparks accelerated growth. I’ve always got a journal near me because I know the value of capturing insights and deep-dives when they show up. Moving through life with this level of awareness helps me bend time around my learnings and lesson. It’s one of the reasons I can move fast, but with a level of depth that keeps me grounded.

These monthly reflection episodes are quickly becoming some of my favorite to record.

There’s power in riffing off some great questions and weaving out the narrative of my month. I benefit from this practice because it crystalizes my growth. It’s my intention that you get some benefit too by seeing behind the curtain on my life this March.

“The voice that I’m supposed to be paying attention to is inspiration and love and joy and passion.”

As usual, Georgina El Morshdy is here to interview me. Together, we always stir up some magic!

Georgina is great at holding space and guiding my thoughts down a path that ensure I reveal even more than I captured in my journal beforehand! This episode was no exception. There are some gold insights in this conversation and I’m so excited for you to tune in and extract some inspiration for your own journey.

Here’s a flavor of what we discuss:

Escaping the cage of emotional blockages.
Using anxiety as a north star for emotional release and deep healing.
The story behind my badass turquoise crystal necklace.
The logical reason why purpose would be a form of pleasure.
The unexpected role nature can play in your healing journey.
What becomes possible when you calibrate to truth.
What happens inside a sweat lodge.
Permission to be messy and how this infuses freedom into your life.
Allowing requests for support to become your superpower.
And more!

As Q1 comes to an end, I’m so grateful for my journey, all the experiences that have shaped me, and all the incredible people who hold space for me to continue on this path.

I’ve realized that no one needs to walk this healing path alone. You’ll find confidence and courage inside of community. It’s my hope that by sharing my inner journey, you’ll see a bit of yourself in me, and realize you’re not alone.

“When you’re in nature, you’re experiencing the truth of existence. You’re not experiencing this man-made sort of fabricated bullshit lifestyle that we’re all chasing. You’re connecting with what’s actually true.”

Contact Info:

Raj Jana social details
Follow Georgina on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/georgina.morshdy

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“A legacy is living in a way that the world is better every day, not just when you’ve gone.”

We’re at a pivotal point in human evolution. As a collective, we have huge challenges to solve, and a growing number of people want to make an impact and create a better world.

The desire to make a difference has been at the core of society for millennia. As humans, we instinctively want to help each other. Contribution is one of our core needs. The problem is, change-makers often sacrifice their own well being and needs in the pursuit of helping others that are less fortunate. As “noble” as that sounds, the stark imbalance between the acts of giving and receiving isn’t sustainable.

But what if there was a different way to impact that held space for you - as a change-maker - to live an abundant, fulfilling life?

This episode’s guest is Lisa Wynn - an award-winning Master Certified Coach (ICF), Certified Wealth Creation Coach, author, speaker, and host of the International No 1 Rated Legacy Creation Podcast.

Lisa is all about changing the paradigm of change-making. Her work focuses on empowering people to create legacies fueled by love, joy, play, and inspiration that can be experienced NOW rather than being left behind when we go, which in turn helps individuals create a much bigger impact in the world. Lisa is here to show us how we can all create a long-lasting difference in the world without sacrificing our own abundance, happiness, and joy.

Her paradigm-shifting work is having a far-reaching impact across the globe, and I can’t wait for you to experience her wisdom in this powerful conversation.

“Legacy has to start with your world. You have to get into a space where your world allows you to change the whole world. It’s very simple.”

Check out this powerful episode to hear Lisa and I explore:

Key takeaways:

What is a legacy?
Why self-love is a key pillar in legacy creation.
Why we’re afraid to indulge in the things we desire.
How to connect with your desires.
The difference between change-making and game-changing.
The dangers of the pedestal of old-paradigm change-making.
Working with your shadow.
Why the energy of giving is more important than giving itself.
Unconditional love and the beautiful story of Lisa’s grandparents.
And more...

If you want to make a bigger impact while creating a beautifully abundant life that you can enjoy now, this episode is for you. I believe Lisa’s fresh perspective on legacy creation is exactly what we need, and I can’t wait for you to discover it all.

“Joy is a pure essence of lightness and celebration that comes from the soul.”

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“The divine itself is hidden like a treasure, like a gift inside of every single one of us.”

There’s another dimension to life that’s beyond what we can physically detect with our physical senses. Whenever you call it energy, intuition, instinct [or something else], this essence holds the potential to deepen our understanding of who we are and what we came here to experience in this lifetime.

The topic of energy and energetics and the power a deeper understanding of these brings is something I’ve been contemplating and exploring for a while now.

Which is one of the reasons I can’t wait for you to tune into this week’s episode. I’ve been wanting to have a conversation about energetics with your new friend - Sheryl Netzky - for a very long time!

Sheryl’s unique gift is directing energy in a way that helps people heal.

In her work, Sheryl specializes in helping people, families, and businesses unblock themselves, evolve, and heal. She combines multiple skills and is the rare combination of business consultant, executive coach, meditation teacher, and shamanic energy practitioner.

For over a decade, Sheryl has shared her gifts with organizations around the world, including:

thought leaders on Sir Richard Branson’s Necker Island, tech firms in Europe, leadership

teams in Africa, as well as leading visioning experiences for Gates Foundation’s teacher-leaders.

Through her work, Sheryl has developed a keen understanding of the human condition and has

an ability to help others see what has previously been hidden or overlooked.

Sheryl has a beautiful reverence for life and I can’t wait for you to tap into her wisdom.

“If there wasn’t the suffering, would we change?”

Sheryl is so generous with her insights and wisdom in this episode. We talk about a lot of thought-provoking topics including:

Who are we as energetic beings?
How do we raise our vibration?
What does it mean to be a shaman?
Why is it so hard for us to trust our innate intelligence?
How to own your gifts.
Is there a purpose for suffering?
The Beautiful Creature poem.
And more…

If you’re ready to deepen your experience of life, unleash your unique gifts, trust more deeply in your intuition, this episode is for you.

Sheryl’s reverence for life and gentle energy will awaken something in you - helping you to see life through a new lens. Check it out.

“Most of the CEOs of Fortune 100 and 500 companies are planning their days of what most needs to get done that day based on their three biggest gut instincts.”

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www.goodenergyheals.com
https://www.facebook.com/sheryl.netzky
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“We’ve lowered the bar so much when it comes to what health and wellness should look like, that I think we’ve lost sight of what healthy actually is.”

If you’re an A-Type entrepreneur putting in the work and the hustle to make your business thrive, there’s often a cost. For Chris Michael Harris, that cost was a health crisis. When he hit rock bottom, Chris was a 29-year-old suffering from severe gut issues, which created a knock-on effect emotionally, physically, and mentally. He had deficiencies across the board, he was bedridden, his body was beginning to shut down, and he struggled with suicidal thoughts.

His condition was so bad; doctors told him he’d be gone by 40 - best-case scenario, 50.

This diagnosis forced Chris to review his lifestyle and his perceptions of what it means to be healthy. Turns out, he’d set the bar extremely low, and looking back over his life, Chris began to see a pattern of environmental factors which stretched right back to birth.

Chris is now 34 and is in the best health of his life after committing to a journey of restoring health. He’s energetic, vibrant, and supported by the data he needs to stay in optimum health.

In this episode, Chris reveals what it took to turn his life around - and in the process, challenge what it means to be healthy.

“You can’t achieve optimal health and wellness with an unhealthy gut.”

Through online training, memberships, and coaching, Chris Michael Harris helps people become Superhuman Entrepreneurs who are ready to make an impact in whatever it is they do. Chris is also the host of the Startup U Podcast

What’s beautiful about this episode is Chris’ health takes center stage. We used the entire episode to dive deep into Chris’ personal wellness journey - giving you an insight into the recovery that’s possible when you take your health into your own hands.

Together, we explore:

Factors that contribute to gut health.
How Chris figured out a plan to get well.
What inspired Chris to stick with the journey to wellness.
The power of documenting wins on your journey.
What health challenges can teach you about life.
Why your healing journey starts online.
Healing without financial stress.
Chris’ top book recommendation.
Why you want to test your stool.
And more!

If you’re not feeling as good as you want and you’re ready to raise the bar in your life for what it means to be healthy, this episode is for you. As well as being inspired by Chris’ personal journey, you’ll also discover some powerful tips and strategies that will leave you feeling more empowered with your health.

“We are put in situations so that we can overcome that challenge and then bless other people with that.”

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“True self-love is giving yourself the permission to look messy.*”*

It’s that time again! The episode where I pull back the curtain on my previous month to reveal a behind-the-scenes perspective of what it takes to walk the extraordinary path through life.

Through these episodes, I’m committed to sharing my journey as authentically as I can. Working on yourself is one of the most potent things that anyone interested in living a more vibrant, exciting, fulfilling life should do. The more I dig in, the more I’ve been able to grow and experience more.

But it’s not always easy - and that’s what I want you to take away from these episodes. I want you to see the deep work that goes on behind the scenes.

I want to show you how every single thing is happening so that you can step into higher levels of power for yourself. Our human journey - the trials and tribulations, the successes and the failures... everything is here to help us get to that place of absolute power and truth.

This is why in these episodes, I hold nothing back… because there’s a chance that something I share may help inspire your next step.

“When you feel like you have everything within you - when you have no feeling to fear - you are free. You are in choice.”

And to help us go deep, once again, I have my Message Muse - Georgina El Morshdy - here to pull out all the juicy details! So get ready for a deep-dive conversation where we get under the skin of my most significant discoveries and learnings from February 2021.

Tune in now to hear us explore:

Why sharing your life lessons helps you consolidate your learnings.
Tips for making your greatest impact.
What it takes to be willing to navigate emotional lows.
The healing power of separating the story from the feeling.
What it takes to choose to believe that life can be easy.
Understanding the duality of self-love.
Why the greatest gift you can give to the world is to be free.
My hindsight word for the month.
What kept me grounded in February 2021.
And more!

I hope these reflections inspire you to be brave. To choose yourself and permit yourself to be messy and to see yourself fully. And if something in this episode spoke to you, please reach out and let me know. I always love hearing from people who listen to the show.

“The more I allow myself to feel, the faster things happen.”

How to contact

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“Fear is at the crux of everything. If you do not know how to master fear, then fear is always going to trick you. That’s because fear is smarter than you and more educated than you.”

The whole world has shifted over the past year. Situations and circumstances have created a whole lot of unexpected change, which in turn has sparked fear.

Fear is an automatic response that keeps us safe. But unchecked and untamed fear will keep you small and hold you back from living an extraordinary life. Fortunately, there are powerful techniques and approaches you can master, which can help you manage your fears - so you can live fearlessly.

This episode with Rhonda Britten first aired in 2018. In it, Rhonda shares so much gold about how to navigate fear that I wanted to publish it again.

Rhonda Britten is a master life coach, the creator of the Fearless Living Institute, an Emmy-Award winner, and a two-time Oprah guest who’s dedicated her life to teaching people how to master fear.

After a horrific experience at the age of 14, Rhonda spent the next 20 years of her life battling with fear in all its guises. From self-doubt, blame, and addiction, Rhonda struggled to work out life - until she decided to challenge her beliefs about who she thought she was.

This decision opened the door to hope and freedom. It led Rhonda down a path where she’s helped people from across the world break free of indecision - so they can take the risks that lead to an authentic life.

“When I started understanding how fear worked, that really changed my whole life.”

Rhonda believes the key to fearless freedom is to understand how your fear works.

When it comes to fear, everyone’s experience is different. We all have our own fear response based on who we are and what’s happened in our lives.

In this episode, Rhonda reveals some simple, yet powerful questions that will enable you to understand what fear is trying to do - and how you can use fear to help you accomplish the things you want.

There is so much gold in this episode. It’s electrifying and inspiring, and I can’t wait for you to get your teeth into this wisdom because I know you’re going to love it.

“Fear wants you to respond quickly - it’s fast, it’s reactive. But freedom takes patience, and power, and time, and space. And freedom has all the time in the world.”

In this episode, Rhonda and I explore:

Why an understanding of how fear works changed Rhonda’s whole life.
What is the Wheel of Fear and the Wheel of Freedom and how they operate.
Why fear loves you and isn’t out to get you.
A key question Rhonda asks her clients that you should answer too.
Why people don’t take the actions that will move them beyond fear.
Why fear doesn’t let you be satisfied. (23:14)
Why you must slow everything down when moving from fear to freedom.
The role of authenticity in getting on the fearless train.
Rhonda’s story and why she punished herself for 20 years after a childhood trauma.
The month of gold stars that opened the window to another way.
And more...

How to contact Rhonda

Check out Rhonda’s incredible podcast at www.MasterCoachMindset.com
And find out more about the Fearless Living Institute at https://fearlessliving.org

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“I choose to live a very intentional life because it’s just so much more fun to create a life by design instead of by default.”

When you think about your life, what’s your balance between consumption and creation?

This episode’s guest is Charles Clay, who has a powerful perspective for his life. Guided by ‘Vacation Vibration’, Charles has learned how to intentionally craft a life that holds space for deep emotions - at both ends of the spectrum.

We tend to push off the more challenging emotions. We resist feeling them or numb them with consumption [such as alcohol or drugs]. These strategies might help us cope with the pain of the moment, but when we refuse to feel into the lows, we also miss out on the peaks.

Charles has cultivated an ability to feel it all, empowering him to move through life with a zest and reverence for life that’s capture by the ‘Vacation Vibration’ vibe. It’s a fascinating philosophy and one that’s empowering for people wanting to feel and experience more.

“Going deeper into the heavy emotions that I was afraid of previously, allowed me to break through a glass ceiling of what I thought could be experiences of joy, pleasure, and love.”

Charles Clay is an Inner-Peace Coach & Healer. He’s also an author, speaker and founder of The Inner-Peace Process. Charles helps men and women release fear, anxiety and subconscious blocks to create their dream life with ease.

To experience a ‘Vacation Vibration’, you need to be able to hold life at both ends of the spectrum. A big piece of Charles’ work is helping people handle their emotions to access so much more from their life.

Tune into this episode and discover how to ride the emotional waves that characterize the human experience. As you dive deeper into Charles’ story, you’ll realize just how beautiful this journey can be.

Here’s an overview of what we discuss:

What inspires Charles to live life with reverence?
How to raise your vibration and source your power internally rather than externally.
Opening your capacity to receive more love, joy, and pleasure.
Strategies for living life at the edge.
The mountain accident that inspired Charles’ path to healing.
Uncovering the golden nuggets inside the challenges.
Charles’ journey to kinesiology.
And more...

“Our natural state is that of inner peace, and joy, and pleasure, and bliss, and all these great things.”

If you want to dial up your life by getting more skilled at navigating emotions, then this is the episode for you. Check it out now.

How to contact

https://m.facebook.com/charlesrclay
https://www.instagram.com/CharlesClay.coach/

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“You only have one life and you’re here for a reason. Your job is to find that reason.”

Are you trapped inside an inherited purpose - where you’re living in the realm of socially dictated ‘shoulds’? Or have you tapped into the freedom that’s available when you find your soul’s purpose?

This episode’s guest is Steve D’Annunzio - a spiritual teacher who helps people access their higher self, so they can live more joyful, productive lives.

Steve is the founder and owner of Mission-Driven Advisor, which works exclusively with CEOS of money management firms to help them identify their higher purpose beyond just the profit motive. He also founded the Soul Purpose Institute, which teaches students how to discover their life’s purpose and evolve their product or service offering into a business that is powerful, purposeful and profitable. Steve is also a member of the Transformational Leadership Council, which is an international thinktank for love-driven leaders.

Steve believes humanity is currently exiting the scientific revolution and transitioning into the age of service. As a result, new, empowering opportunities are opening up for us. We’re living in a time when we can monetize our passions - as long as they serve people - and in turn, life more purposeful, fulfilling lives.

In this powerful episode, Stevel reveals how you can find your purpose - and why it’s not as hard as you think to discover what lights you up.

“We’re moving into the age of service, which is the transformational revolution where we’re here to transform each other’s lives.”

In this electric conversation that goes down so many rabbit holes, Steve and I explore:

What is a soul’s purpose and how does it differ from a human purpose?
How does passion play into your soul’s purpose?
How to change your relationship with the fear of leaning into your passions.
The disproportional benefits of practising hard-easy.
The role of ego when choosing between love and fear.
The awakening of death and how it reminds you to live.
Why resistance means you have something to learn.
The power of learning what your chosen body has to teach you.
The important difference between a passion and a hobby [and the spiritual reason for getting paid].
And more!

If you’re ready to find your soul’s purpose and you’re ready for a deep-dive conversation into the opportunities available to you in this lifetime in your chosen body, tune into this beautiful conversation.

With so much to contemplate, something deep is sure to awaken.

What will it be for you...

“If you live in inherited purpose, you’re not free. But if you live in soul purpose, you’re free.”

How to contact

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionDrivenSteve/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missiondrivensteve/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/stevedannunzio

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“All the things that I love most about my life right now are things that I didn’t even know I wanted.”

Turns out a lot you enjoyed the annual reflections that I published at the end of 2020. I got a lot of feedback telling me how helpful it was to see behind the curtains of someone who’s growing multiple companies while also creating growth, fulfillment, and richness in my own life.

So I decided to share my monthly reflections with you too.

I want to show you what worked and what didn’t. I’m also sharing my experiments and new discoveries as well the emotional intelligence and mindset it takes to navigate a life where you make your own rules, set your own path, and aim to win big with whatever you want for YOUR life.

“The relationship with yourself is the most important relationship you can cultivate.”

As usual, I have my Message Muse - Georgina El Morshdy - here to pull out all the juicy details for your enjoyment! And we don’t hold back. This is a deep-dive conversation where we get under the skin of my most significant discoveries from January 2021.

Tune in now to hear us explore:

Why you’re never really in control of your life - and how to navigate the chaos.
Dancing between masculine and feminine energies.
How I’m allowing my feminine energy to express.
What does it mean to sit with whatever life stirs up?
The next-level emotional mastery that comes from understanding the source of ALL your feelings.
Why you need to let go of the need for certainty.
Why you don’t need a declaration for a feeling to exist.
My rituals for cultivating self-love.
This month’s highs and lows [and why I don’t say successes and failures].
My hindsight word for the month.
What kept me grounded in January 2021.
And more!

Make sure you listen to the end because I’ve created a challenge for you that will help you put into practice some of the principles you hear in this episode.

“If something in life is causing you to feel a certain way, be with it.”

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“There are times I sit with a crystal and it speaks to me beyond what my mind knows.”

As I’ve dived deeper into my healing journey, I’ve become increasingly fascinated with different healing modalities. Recently, I got interested in crystals and during my last trip to San Diego, life took me to Phil Fischman’s incredible shop - Beads, Crystals, and More.

The more I got talking with Phil, the more I was drawn in by his passion, dedication, and reverence for stones. Phil has been a lover and steward of crystals, gems, and beads for the past 50 years; he’s dedicated his life to uplifting others by connecting them with the healing frequencies contained within the earth’s elements.

This incredible episode was recorded inside Phil’s shop. As you step into the episode, allow yourself to be infused with the power of the stones and ancient beads that surrounded us as we talk.

“I don’t have to go to the mountains. I carry the mountains in my pocket.”

Phil is a gemstone expert, crystal healing practitioner and the founder of Beads, Crystals and More - a repository of earth-wisdom. He’s a nationally certified Gemologist, trained at the world-renowned GIA and was a Senior Founding Member of the National Association of Gem and Jewelry Appraisers.

In this powerful episode, you’ll get to hear how stones have a life force that can communicate with you. They express energy. They can invite an opening inside of you that connects you to something deeper. Stones can teach us a lot - and in this week’s episode, Phil is here to share his decades worth of experience of working with stones - to help you better understand the healing role they can play in your life.

Here’s a taste of what Phil and I explore together:

How the energies of crystals can communicate with us.
How to start working with crystals.
How Phil works with his stones.
The different frequencies expressed by stones.
Why size doesn’t matter when it comes to stones.
Healing, energetic vibrations, and the reason certain crystals speak to different parts of the body.
Using crystals as a gateway into your being.
How Phil uses crystals to stay grounded.
And more!

“Stones, just by their presence, can create ease. They can calm the nervous system, they can just chill us energetically.”

If you’re curious about how stones can ground you back into nature and remind you of the reverence of life, this beautiful conversation with Phil will open your heart and take to your soul. I can’t wait for you to check it out.

How to contact

Discover Phil’s incredible shop at https://www.beadscrystalsandmore.com
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“The reaction to the trauma doesn’t necessarily stop with the people who experienced it.”

If so, there’s a chance you may be experiencing inherited trauma; that’s trauma, which started with your parents or your grandparents - not you.

“We don’t make the link that our anxiety, our depression, our shutdown is connected to our parents and our grandparents. We just think we’re wired this way.”

The concept of inherited trauma is backed by science. As Mark explains in the episode, as we learn more about epigenetics, our clarity about the way trauma is passed on increases.

Ancestral trauma is often behind the curtain. Logic can convince us that certain things are best left unsaid. But just because we don’t hear things doesn’t mean we can’t feel things.

You can get a taste of the potential that healing ancestral trauma could have for you when you tune into this episode.

What is inherited trauma?
What’s a healthy way to experience a healing event if you can’t tap back into the original trauma?
How can you learn to be present with what is?
How to differentiate between attachment and generational trauma.
Why traumas affect fathering and mothering.
The profound difference between forgiveness and understanding.
What is inner child healing and why is it powerful healing work?
How healing generational trauma impacts your children [and your children’s children].
Changing how our genes express to protect our kids [and grandchildren].
Why Mark is passionate about this work [and how it healed his sight].
The significance of Mark crying into his mother’s clothes.
And more…

“We’ve got to tame our trauma responses so we can live a loving, open, compassionate, and gentle life.”

How to contact

Discover more details about Mark’s work at https://markwolynn.com
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Follow Mark on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/markwolynn/

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“The game of self-awareness is, inherently, an infinite game.”

How do you best play the hand that life dealt you? How can you navigate challenge and trauma and still find a way to unlock the best version of yourself?

To help us answer these questions [and more], I’ve got Angelo Keely on the show!

Angelo is the co-founder and CEO of Kion, a lifestyle supplement and functional food company dedicated to helping people live their most vibrant, fulfilling life. He’s also the founder of Create Your Life, a live online program to uncover clarity, purpose, and vision so you can build an actionable plan to create the life, business, relationships, family, or career of your dreams.

Angelo is no stranger to challenge after experiencing a series of traumatic incidents in his adolescence and early childhood. He was nearly beaten to death at age 16 and aged 21; he was involved in a deadly bus accident in the Himalayan foothills. Despite these traumas, Angelo has been able to craft a life of meaning and impact.

“Leadership means someone who within the group is willing to stand out, claim something, and say, “Hey, this is what we should do.”

In this episode’s powerful conversation, Angelo and I dive head-first into a series of challenging concepts that forced us to articulate our own beliefs about what life is all about.

Tune in now to hear us explore:

What it means to be a leader inside of turbulence and chaos.
The best speed to choose when moving through your life.
How to navigate challenges, hardship, and struggle to become a more authentic, clearer version of yourself.
The power of ‘chosen’ challenges.
What shifts in your being when you choose to see life as an infinite game.
Why Raj believes you can’t mess up your life.
What drives people to do harmful things.
What mentoring inside a maximum-security prison taught Raj about the impact of environment.
And more…

As the meaning-maker in your life, you get to choose a story and a set of beliefs that serve and extract the highest version of your being.

This episode’s conversation will inspire you to think off the beaten track and guide you to explore what life means for YOU. In turn, you’ll feel empowered to reclaim your truth and express yourself at a whole new level.

“We can all change our relationship with life by learning to embrace an infinite game within ourselves.”

How to contact

angelokeely.com
https://www.instagram.com/angelokeely/

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“Awareness is what enables neural rewiring. It’s the behavior change that occurs when our brains change.”

Mental health is a growing problem in our modern world - and it’s a problem that continues to grow as we factor in the challenges of a global pandemic the resultant shifts in the way that we live.

Right now, we’re seeing that issues such as loneliness are on the rise - as are levels of depression, stress, and anxiety.

This episode’s guests - Mike Cline and Aydika James - describe themselves as analyzers of life. They both have a passion to make an impact in the world of mental health and communication. They believe everyone deserves a happy brain, and they’re on a creative mission to make this vision a reality.

YourPetBrain.com is the home of a cuddly, huggable brain with a purpose. [I named mine “Squish!”]

“Brain” is on a mission to create a million happy brains, with 50% of all profits going toward bringing the best mental health resources and “edu-tainment” to the world. Ultimately, the goal is to make mental health something cool to talk about - because it is!

“Meditation or other mindfulness-like practices enable space for us to just be a little kinder to our brains.”

Mike and Aydika made Brain to remind people that they deserve a relationship with their brain that empowers and supports them.

Conversations about how the brain works and how to support your mental health can support this goal. It’s one of the reasons why we’re talking about all things brain in this episode!

Tune in now to hear us explore:

How to create space and safety inside a noisy environment.
The importance of the feeling of the word ‘home’.
How awareness can help us to achieve flow states.
How a sense of belonging ties into safety
Why kindness and humor can defuse challenging situations and spark meaningful conversations.
Why ‘stick to the end’ can help you move through stress and challenge powerfully.
Why Mike and Aydika created a giant squishy brain toy - and how it can nurture your mental health.
The power of personalizing your brain.
Tips for sparking a different relationship with your brain.
And more!

2020 was such a tumultuous year for so many of us. Our lives were rocked by forces outside of us which forced our brains to go into overdrive. Mike and Aydika are here to show you how you can train your brain so it can support you better in your day-to-day lives.

So if you want to learn how to use your brain to create a more fulfilling, fun, loving life, tune in now.

“Whatever you and your brain are going through, you are part of Team Human.”

How to contact

www.yourpetbrain.com
https://www.facebook.com/yourpetbrain
https://www.instagram.com/yourpetbrain/
https://twitter.com/yourpetbrain

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“Mindful eating is a process of connecting to your body more and letting your body be the guide of how you should be eating.”

For many people, January represents the chance to start afresh. Health plans often top the list with people choosing new diets and setting resolutions around their food habits.

If you’re someone who’s struggled to create long-term results from dieting, or you find it difficult to take control over food, this powerful episode is for you.

Most of us haven’t been trained to be mindful eaters. Instead of using food as a vehicle to connect deeply with our bodies, we get lost in emotional or comfort eating.

As unlikely as it sounds, there is a way to change your eating habits without the need for calorie counting, meal plans, or regimented diets. Each of us has innate wisdom coursing through our body. We can use this wisdom to guide our dietary choices - and create more health and fulfillment in the process.

This episode will show you how.

“My clients change their eating habits without me ever giving them a meal plan.”

This week’s guest is Gina Worful; a registered dietitian and master of human nutrition.

Gina became passionate about behavior re-patterning after seeing so many people frustrated with their self-sabotaging habits and repeatedly failing to stick to their nutrition program. This led to the development of her published book, Mastering Mindfulness, and her method that has been presented at conferences nationwide.

In this episode, Gina and I explore:

What is mindful eating?
How to use food as a way to reconnect with your body.
What kids can teach us about intuitively eating.
The psychology of comfort food and emotional eating.
Why willpower alone won’t help you stick to a diet.
The power of starting with a breath.
How you can learn to trust yourself with food.
How to start a mindful eating plan.
Why your body already knows what it wants to eat.
The power of playing with colors in food.
The role of intuition in eating.
And more...

If you’re ready to ditch the diets and create a guilt-free, empowering relationship with food, this episode is packed with insights, ideas, and inspiration that will help you make 2021 the year you kick dieting for good.

“We all have this intuition on what we should eat, when we should eat, how much we should eat but we just end up blocking it out and not trusting it.”

How to contact

www.ginaworful.com/programs
https://www.instagram.com/gina.worful/

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“Most people think about purpose as this thing you want to do in the world. I think purpose is who you are.”

What do you do next when you rip up the conventional rule book and create a situation where anything is possible in life?

For me, this reality themed the second half of 2020.

After my eight-year relationship ended, I felt heartbreak, shame, and fear, but there was also a sense of release and symbolism. I was free of cultural expectations, and with no roadmap, it was time to create my own.

What followed was an intense healing journey guided by mentors, various modalities, journaling, and a north star of my truth.

In this episode, my Message Muse Georgina El Morshdy guides us through my journey of becoming. In part 2 of my 2020 year-end review, I share my experiences, lessons, and learnings as I figured out how to navigate an unknown path - which ultimately led to me finding me.

“Sometimes you are the medicine you’ve been craving all along - and it takes crises and shitty situations for you to get to a point where you can actually appreciate that fact.”

The healing path I chose has been one of the most powerful, painful, and potent journeys I’ve ever experienced. Check out this episode to hear Georgina, and I explore:

What happened next after I decided to choose myself
How to lead a life guided by YOUR truth
Finding mentors who embodied the life I wanted for myself
Focusing on who I wanted to BE rather than what I wanted to HAVE or DO
Leaning into the potency of present moment awareness
Navigating the shift from external to internal validation
Rites of passage and transitioning from Prince to King energy
Who did you become this year?
The one thing you can do to kick-start your own healing journey
And more…

Looking back, 2020 has been one of the most profound years of my life. As the door on this challenging, life-changing, and beautiful year closes, I feel complete. For me, 2020 will forever symbolize a powerful rite of passage that has equipped me with everything I need to step into the next chapter - whatever that brings.

By listening to this episode, I hope you get some clarity for your own healing journey. I hope this episode inspires you to extract the beauty of your 2020 - and in the process, you get to see who you became as a result of everything you’ve lived through this year.

“Life is always giving us the perfect cocktail of crisis to unearth the next layer of truth within ourselves.”

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“Choosing yourself is one of the most exhilarating, fulfilling, exhausting, intimidating, scary, and just rich journeys one can go on.”

For me, December is traditionally a time of reflection and review. I love to pour over my journals and really take the time to pull out and consolidate all that I’ve learned. Looking back, 2020 has felt like a decade in itself! I’m in awe of how much can happen in a year when you live with intention, focus, and awareness.

In this episode, I’m giving you an insight into my journals by sharing all my standout growth lessons in detail.

My intention is that you can not only learn from my journey, but also get to see how preparation and certain practices can empower you to unlock your true potential.

I’ve found that radical honesty and self-awareness are key tools for growing at an exponential rate. The more you’re able to make sense of how life is unfolding for you, the easier it becomes to bend time and move forward with depth and speed.

So if you’re curious to know how you can reflect on your year to unlock your fullest potential, this episode is for you.

“Self-love is you giving yourself permission to be honest, to set boundaries, to choose yourself, to honor your truth, and to not get lost in the morality of life.”

To help me navigate this reflective journey, I’ve brought back my Message Muse, Georgina El Morshdy, to pull out the things that I know I can't pull out on my own! Here’s a taste of all the standout moments we explore in this episode:

What Kobe Bryant’s death brought to life for me.
How Panache Desai created a contrast that deepened my understanding of love.
Exploring my instinctive response to the arrival of COVID.
Explaining the role that fear plays in my life.
Meeting Grace Smith - a perfect example of how my podcast brings key people into my life.
Self-love lessons after my eight-year relationship ended.
How I learned to surrender to the feelings in my body.
Discovering what it takes to choose yourself.
And more.

“That inner voice sees you, it honors you, it recognizes the true power of you. So don’t ever push that voice away because listening to it is the biggest gift you can give the world.”

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“You are a special human being and when you realize that, you’ll set boundaries for what you want in your life.”

How can you live a life that leaves a legacy and makes you feel incredible about the impact you make?

From business to parenting, community, and impact, Dwayne J. Clark is blazing a trail for purposeful living that touches everyone in his wake.

I’m so inspired by Dwayne’s story and his achievements. His story has left a mark on my heart and I’m grateful for the example he’s created for others to follow.

And while Dwayne is living an incredible life now, it wasn’t always this abundant. As a child, Dwayne experienced poverty. In this episode, he tells the story of the time his mom ‘borrowed’ potatoes from her workplace to feed her children for a week.

But as you’ll hear, Dwayne has mastered the art of leveraging his ‘scar tissue’ to raise the bar on living well, with extraordinary results.

“‘Living artifacts’ is really about doing something on this planet that lives longer than you do.”

Dwayne is one of the most remarkable people I’ve ever met. Dwayne is a multi-faceted individual who’s an Industry Disruptor, Culture Curator, Artifact Collector, and Experience Creator. He’s also an author, sought-after speaker, producer, and philanthropist, as well as the CEO of Aegis Living - one of the most sought-after assisted living facilities in the country that owns 30 senior living facilities in the Western U.S., employs more than 3,000 staff members, and to date has served more than 60,000 residents.

And if that wasn’t enough, currently, his life story is being made into a Hollywood movie!

In this captivating interview, Dwayne shares some of the big lessons from his life and explains how his purposeful approach has allowed him to create a vast collection of Living Artefacts.

Tune in now to hear Dwayne and I explore:

How do you choose the next thing that you want to focus on?
The daily choice we ALL have every day - regardless of our circumstances.
The story of Dwayne’s 86-year-old spiritualist.
The most important gift a parent can give their child.
How to start living a purpose-driven life?
Learning to trust the flow of life.
The harsh truth that a lot of parents disengage with.
What Wayne Dyer taught Dwayne about parenthood.
How Dwayne remembers the lessons that are worth remembering.
What Dwayne hopes to inspire others through his presence.
How to respond to someone who says you can’t do something.

Dwayne is a beautiful example of what’s possible when you believe in something bigger than yourself. This man is rewriting the rulebook on life and it was an absolute privilege to record this conversation to share with you.

“Most people are more powerful than they give themselves credit for, more capable than they give themselves credit for, can do greater things than they believe they can.”

How to contact

https://www.dwaynejclark.com/
https://www.facebook.com/aegislivingceo/
https://www.instagram.com/dwaynejclark/
https://twitter.com/dwaynejclark
60 Years of Wisdom https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOu_WEbPuwk

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“When you do go inside and you realize that that’s where your strength is, that literally shifts the ground for you.”

As a society, we have a very limited definition of what it means to be beautiful.

Thanks to the beauty and fashion industries we’ve become obsessed with products that promise to enhance our appearance and push back the years. As a result, lots of people - women in particular - find their value in the way they look rather than the person they are inside.

But if the way you look defines your self-worth and value, what do you do when your physical appearance is cruelly stripped away?

This episode’s guest - Hollywood Beauty expert Kym Douglas - experienced this first-hand.

Kym started out in television when she was just 16. Over the years, she built a career sharing her passion for ALL things beauty on shows including Hallmark’s Home & Family Show and the Ellen Degeneres Show.

But In 2018, Kym’s world turned upside down after a routine mammogram revealed she had stage 3B breast cancer.

As chemo stripped away her external beauty, Kym had no choice but to find meaning elsewhere.

In this episode, she shares that story.

“It’s more important for me to pick me and - get that inner strength every day.”

After decades of looking outside herself, Kym was guided to embrace the inner work. With the help of God, divine signs, and a meaningful oak tree stump, Kym found the strength and courage to overcome the disease.

Today, she’s more beautiful than ever after learning how to redefine beauty and most importantly, choose herself.

Tune into this powerful episode and discover:

The moment when Kym found the strength to fight cancer.
How an oak tree stump became the trigger that transformed Kym’s life.
The healing power of vulnerability.
The importance of checking the ingredients in your make-up and skincare.
Big life lessons from Kym’s healing journey.
How tragedy inspires us to discover what’s really important.
The ONE thing that all scientists and healers agree on which you can do to prevent disease.
And more...

Kym’s story is a source of hope and inspiration and I can’t wait for you to discover it all inside this incredible episode.

“I don’t believe in luck, I don’t believe in coincidence. I 100% believe that it’s all a divine plan.”

How to contact

www.Kymdouglas.com
@kymdouglas

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“Presence is the ability to be with what is.”

What happens when you sit in the silence and take quality time to be with yourself? Are you able to be present with everything that is? Or do you get distracted easily and struggle to hold all your emotions?

Most of us weren’t raised to be emotionally intelligent beings. Instead, we were programmed to shut off and push down the harder, ‘socially unacceptable’ feelings. Unfortunately, this strategy doesn’t work. Our challenge is that the body doesn’t forget. Any emotions that you resist get stuck inside of you instead of flowing through you. In turn, suffering and pain begin to build-up, making it harder to feel a sense of peace and safety within.

The good news is you can reverse this programming.

With the help of embodiment practices, you can reclaim and rekindle your personal power by embracing the gift of presence.

Tully O’Connor is here to help you navigate that beautiful journey with more grace and ease.

“So much suffering in life comes from resistance to what is.”

Tully has a deep passion for helping people explore their potential and live happier, healthier and more fulfilling lives.

Tully has an incredible background of training and experience. He started his career as a Physiotherapist in 2011 and has spent the last decade exploring human movement, NLP, leadership development and peak performance. He’s worked with teachers in the fields of Tantra and Depth Psychology, gaining a deep understanding of how our unconscious emotional patterns drive our behaviour and impact on our wellbeing.

Through his coaching programs and retreats, Tully helps men to develop more depth, live a life of purpose, create rich connected relationships and expand their influence as integrated leaders in all aspects of their lives. He’s also the Co-creator of the Ignite Couples Course with his wife Kaitlin.

In this powerful episode, Tully and I explore:

What is presence and why it’s such an important skill to cultivate?
Tully’s breaking point.
What is embodiment work and what tools are available to help us navigate this?
How to create a sense of safety in your body.
The power of leveraging breathwork to crack you open.
Tapping into the healing power of inner child work.
Why a little bit of fear is good for the soul.
Leveraging vulnerabilty and stories to feel seen.

If you’re ready for some deep healing and you’re curious about which techniques and practices could help you take your life to the next level, this episode will show you the way.

“All of the things that contribute to a fulfilling life that we all desire, are on the other side of presence.”

How to contact

www.tullyoconnor.co
https://www.facebook.com/tully.oconnor
https://www.instagram.com/tullyoconnor/

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“When I find presence, that is when intuition can come in.”

We don’t only experience grief after the death of a loved one. We also experience grief when our plans are forced to change.

Late last year, Phoebe Mroczek was hit by a car in downtown Austin. After choosing the path of positivity to empower her healing, Phoebe was able to explore an even deeper path of self-discovery and self-love.

Through the power of presence and by asking a new set of questions, Phoebe learned to refind her center amongst the chaos.

By creating space for pauses and presence, Phoebe was able to embrace a journey of unbecoming as she journeyed back to her truth.

In this heart-warming episode, Phoebe and I explore the magic that can open up after life knocks you down. Tune in to discover the personal growth that becomes possible when you’re willing to dance fully with whatever’s in front of you.

“When your cage is rattled a little bit, it is a new invitation to go deeper.”

Phoebe Mroczek is a personal strategist to the most successful business leaders, helping them uncover and integrate their own unique formula for self-mastery, deep connection and fulfillment.

Phoebe is the founder of Unbecoming®, a leading podcast and nationally-syndicated radio show that helps 110,000+ weekly listeners release what is holding them back, step into alignment and awaken to the truth of who they are.

Phoebe believes that while what we do in the world is important, we are meant to do so much more in life than just work. As a curious explorer and recovering perfectionist, she has traveled to nearly 70 countries on 6 continents, been cage diving with great white sharks, camped in the Serengeti and motorcycled across 15 countries in Europe.

In this powerful conversation, Phoebe and I explore:

What does it mean to create space in your life?
What are we trying to return to when we pause?
Navigating the truth that we’re always put together.
The guiding force of questions.
How to tap into intuition through presence.
The difference between purpose and missions.
Healing residual emotions for deeper self-acceptance.
How to navigate your grief when life undermines your plans.
And more…

Phoebe is an incredible human whose presence and heart has a lot to teach us about unbecoming so we can truly live.

“Patience is a really big part of the journey back to myself.”

How to contact

www.unbecomingpodcast.com
https://www.facebook.com/phoebemroczek1
https://www.instagram.com/phoebemroczek/
https://twitter.com/PhoebeMroczek

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“Our grief is sacred and it’s a rite of passage.”

2020 has forced us all to explore our relationship with grief. At some level, we’re all grieving - for unexplored plans, for the old way of living, and for loved ones who are no longer with us.

You may know I lost my grandmother and aunt recently to COVID-19. As my family moves through our grief, I’m experiencing the pain and beauty of dancing with a rich spectrum of emotions. At times, I’m overwhelmed with pain, hurt, and confusion. Then without warning, my emotions flip to deep gratitude for the memories and the opportunity to deepen the connection I feel with my family.

Turns out there is no playbook for grief.

Instead, death is a rite of passage and grief is a personal process that we will all experience at some point during our lives.

So to help break down the taboos and myths around grief, I wanted to bring Death Doula, Jessica Reis onto the show.

“There’s no right way to grieve.”

Jessica is an incredible human who’s doing incredible work. She specializes in Grief, Loss, Shadow work and Death Guidance, and nourishes with love, guidance and support while helping people to navigate the loss of a loved one.

In this powerful conversation, Jessica and I explore.

Why do we struggle to navigate grief?
How do you dance through grief so you can feel the full spectrum of emotions?
The importance of meeting a grieving person where they are.
How you can change the story about grief to make it a more beautiful experience
Why grief is sacred and a rite of passage.
How the presence of death can become life-affirming.
Death-nesting and the power of supporting someone to move into the portal of death.
How I connected energetically with my grandmother in the last moments of her life.
The power of moving through grief with ceremonies.
Why inauthenticity repels.
And more…

Whether you’re grieving for a loved one or the loss of your pre-COVID plans and dreams, this beautiful conversation will help you dance with your emotions - wherever they want to take you.

“It’s not about feeling better, it’s about understanding the rhythm and the timing of your grief.”

How to contact Jessica

www.deathempath.com
https://www.instagram.com/deathempath

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“Vulnerability is just sharing whatever emotion is in you.”

One of the reasons 2020 has been so unsettling is because safety is a basic human need. When certainty is stripped away, fear bubbles up - causing us to feel as though the world is unsafe.

But despite the chaos, there’s an opportunity to be found in the current climate. When the outside world shifts, we have no option but to dive within. In the process, we can cultivate emotional resilience and tap into a more reliable form of safety… the safety that comes from feeling certain inside your own emotions and your own body.

So if you’re craving a sense of peace in this ‘unsafe’ world, this you’ll want to hear what this week’s incredible guest - Elisabeth Cardiello - has to share.

“I like to think of empathy as opening this ocean of space so that you can meet the emotion.”

Elisabeth Cardiello is the founder of a coffee company called Caffè Unimatic. Created by her father in the 1950s, the Unimatic drip-percolator became a symbol of Elisabeth’s childhood and hours of coffee-fuelled conversations.

It was while sorting through her dad’s affairs after his unexpected death that the Unimatic took center stage in Elisabeth’s life again. Safely stored in the office’s storeroom, Elisabeth discovered a collection of 5,000 Unimatics manufactured by her dad in the 1960s - and Caffè Unimatic was born.

Then more dots began to connect…

As a child, Elisabeth was obsessed with asking better questions. As an adult, she’d deconstructed conversation and understood the importance of listening. Combined, this fueled her desire to use coffee to start the conversations that will harmonize our world - and the BRAVE Framework was born.

BRAVE Conversations Over Coffee® is a platform designed to help companies, families, and teams communicate in a way that inspires vulnerability, empathy, courage, and acceptance. Elisabeth’s work has taken her to speak at UN Conferences. She’s given Congressional briefings, two TEDx Talks, and multiple keynotes, as well as been featured by the likes of Forbes, NBC, and Goop. What’s more, her life story is currently part of a Netflix documentary about how coffee connects humanity.

In this beautiful conversation, Elisabeth shares how her coffee became a trigger for creating emotional resilience and unlocking the bravery we all need to thrive.

Here’s a taste of the topics we explore.

Methods for creating more safety in yourself.
How rituals help you find deeper levels of resilience.
The powerful ways that community helps you move forward.
How Elisabeth’s dad inspired her business and her life’s work.
Secrets for communicating compassion through your eyes.
Strategies for using the ritual of coffee to start conversations that can harmonize the world.
Elisabeth’s five-step BRAVE framework for vulnerable, authentic conversations.
How to create and hold compassionate spaces for others to step into and thrive.
And more…

Elisabeth is an incredible human doing amazing work - especially given the times we’re in. I’m so excited for you to experience her presence in this powerful conversation.

“For me, coffee is the opportunity to take a step forward every day.”

How to contact

caffeunimatic.com / braveconversationsovercoffee.com
https://www.instagram.com/caffeunimatic
https://www.twitter.com/caffeunimatic
Facebook: caffeunimatic

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“Each person has a unique set of values. It’s very much like a snowflake or a fingerprint. It’s unique to you.”

I’ve found that one of the keys to staying grounded and living a fulfilling life is to discover your purpose and define your values. Together, these two inner guidance systems create a north star that helps you make decisions and live in a direction of increasing choice.

Doing the inner work to distinguish between my values and those I’ve picked up from others has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life.

And in this week’s episode, you get to meet the man who helped me do it.

Will Etheridge is a human behaviorist, value systems expert and a Perceptual Balancing Specialist. His genius is in taking clients from a clouded view of their direction in life and crystallizing it using their unique set of values in order to bring them clarity, focus and the inspiration necessary to live an amazing life.

I couldn’t be more excited to bring you this episode, so tune in now and discover how knowing your values can transform your life.

“Living in your values, is living in inspiration.”

Knowing what motivates you will help you live a more fulfilling, purposeful life. As you’ll hear in this episode, values work is a powerful tool that will help you take your own personal growth into your hands.

Listen to this episode and you’ll hear Will and I explore:

The default state that most people are in.
The reason we close down on someone before we even know them.
What is a value system and how does that impact your choices?
Whether or not your values are set in stone?
How the priorities of your values change during the day.
Why we fear our feelings.
How do you differentiate between injected values and your own values?
And more...

“Your perception filters through your value system.”

How to contact

Discover more about Will’s work at www.willetheridge.com.
Follow Will on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willcetheridge

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“Financially happy is a philosophy or a state of being. It’s this idea that you can be both happy and wealthy now.”

And it’s disempowering us.

Finnian calls this philosophy Financially Happy, and in this episode, he shows you how you can choose this way of being for yourself.

“Whenever someone says they don’t care about money, they care about money more than anyone else.”

Finnian Kelly is the creator of the Financially Happy movement, a world-renown keynote speaker, and an Intentional Living Guide. He’s built and excited two multi-million-dollar businesses in the financial industry as well as running a private wealth management company that managed $100s millions. He’s appeared on Sky Business and Ten’s morning shows as a financial expert. He was also an Undercover Angel in the popular National Geographic series. Dubbed the Business Mystic, Finnian helps people feel connected with their money so they can be intentional and live in the now - one breath at a time.

In this incredible episode, Finnian and I explore:

How to transform your relationship with money
Empowering women around money to heal the divine feminine wound.
The reason financial freedom is a dangerous goal to have.
The concept of money as a magnifier.
Using money as a tool to identify and heal personal pain and trauma.
Tapping into heart wisdom to live a wealthier life.
Why you need to focus on your feelings.
The shift you experience when you live from a place of love, NOT fear.
What’s the spiritual purpose of creating more wealth?
And more…

Check it out.

“Money on itself is not evil. Money is not amazing. Money is just a connector, it’s just energy. We put our own energy onto it, and that determines how it works for us.”

How to contact Finnian

Discover how to be Financially Happy at www.financiallyhappy.com
Learn more about Finnian’s story at www.finniankelly.com
Email Finnian at Finnian@finniankelly.com
Follow Finnian on Instagram

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“I’ve been able to achieve success faster than most individuals as a result of me being so conscious with my journaling efforts to truly capture lessons when they’re happening.”

I wanted to do something a little different to celebrate the 150th episode of Stay Grounded. So I decided to collaborate with my good friend Georgina El Morshdy who hosts the Writing Your Best Self podcast.

Over the years, Georgina and I have enjoyed countless deep-dive conversations. Georgina has a unique gift of asking questions that crack you open and connect you with your soul. As a muse, she’s pulled countless things out of me that I didn’t even realize I had in me. She’s also a passionate journaler - so asking Georgina to interview me about my journaling practices for this milestone episode felt like the perfect thing to do.

Looking back, journaling has been a consistent tool that’s helped me compress time and experience exhilarating fulfillment in business and life.

And in this episode, you’ll get to learn all of my journaling secrets - so you can leverage this powerful practice for yourself.

“When I discovered how powerful self-awareness was, my life changed.”

Journaling is one of the most powerful tools I know for connecting back into the truth of who you are. The discoveries and insights you get to make inside your journal are both powerful and profound.

Here’s an overview of the topics Georgina and I explore so you can get a taste for the breadth of paths that journaling allows you to explore:

How a lack of purpose inspired me to discover the magic of journaling.
How gratitude allows you to connect dots and transform your perspective of time and the past.
How to dive deeper into your emotions through your journaling practice.
An in-depth look at my daily, weekly, monthly, and annual journaling practice.
The importance of capturing the highs and the lows in your journal.
Leveraging journaling as a catalyst for extraordinary living that compresses time.
Why present moment awareness is a powerhouse of learning.
How to turn moments of insecurity into huge learning opportunities.
Why active appreciation is one of the most powerful tools you can cultivate.
How to embody the lessons your journal teaches you.
How to build an operating philosophy through your journal reflections.
The beautiful way that journaling unlocks insights and wisdom that your ego can’t explain.
How journaling for presence allows alchemy to flood out.
And more!

One more thing… be sure to listen to the end as I share TWO powerful journaling prompts that will open up something beautiful for your business and your life.

“Journaling is one of the most powerful ways to declutter what’s not yours. By paying attention, by catching things before they become too big of a problem, by learning to feel and learning to trust yourself when you feel.”

How to contact Georgina

Discover more about Georgina’s work as a Message Muse at www.findyouryou.co.uk
Check out Georgina’s journaling podcast at https://writingyour.bestself.co
Follow Georgina on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/georgina.morshdy
And Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/georginaelmorshdy/?hl=en

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“Death is literally the greatest teacher that we have.”

Asher Packman’s life circumstances forced him to rewrite his relationship with death. This journey started in 2007, when his sister committed suicide at the peak of Asher’s corporate career. His mother died not long after, and while Asher was still deep in grief, he received his own terminal diagnosis.

But in the shadows and the darkness, Asher allowed death to become his most powerful teacher. By choosing to embrace the presence of death in his life, Asher discovered how to truly live.

Death is a conversation most of want to avoid, but we shouldn’t. The second you’re born, death becomes a certainty.

In this taboo-breaking interview, Asher shows you how you can call in death without fear - and allow it to teach you the secret of life.

“If you stop and think about it, you’re having a conversation with death all the time.”

Asher Packman is the president of Meditation Australia and the founder of Warrior Within and The Fifth Dimension. He also runs death workshops

Over the last decade, Asher has grown to become a globally recognised mindset coach and meditation teacher. Combining heart intelligence with Eastern philosophies and storytelling, he provides an approach that will connect you to the unlimited potential of your own true nature.

In this empowering conversation that everyone needs to have about death, Asher and I explore:

Why we’re having a conversation with death all the time.
The power of learning from the darkness and shadows?
Exploring the dance between destiny and free choice.
Navigating the journey from our head to our heart.
Asher’s life experiences that inspired him to start an inner journey.
Asher’s relationships with his illness.
The difference between acceptance and agreements.
The power of lockdown for inspiring a collective rite of passage.

I encourage you to listen in.

“The biggest journey a lot of people take in their lives is eight inches: from their head back to their heart again.”

How to contact

www.asherpackman.com
www.facebook.com/warriorwithin1
https://www.instagram.com/asherpackman/

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“As men, we are so hell-bent on protecting our masculinity because - this runs to the root of an identity - if you’re not a man, then you’re weak, you’re ostracized, you’re not valued. And then, you’re on your own. You’re left to kind of perish. This runs so deeply inside of us that we don’t recognize the game that we’re playing, which is “protect my man card.”

You may have noticed a recent trend where people are talking about the patriarchy, toxic masculinity, and what it means to be a man.

These confronting conversations are forcing us to look more closely at masculine and feminine dynamics and the healthy role that each plays in establishing harmonious societies. As a result, there are a growing number of men who are willing to explore the journey required to step into healthier versions of manhood.

As my brother Dominick Quartuccio explains, there are a lot of little boys running around in the bodies of men! The reason? Conventional schooling and society don’t prioritize teaching the transition into healthy masculinity.

But if we’re willing to lean into our vulnerability and listen to our heart’s whispers, not only will we experience profound healing BUT we have an opportunity to unleash the true power of our divine masculine into the world.

“The number one fear, like subconscious fear, that is controlling men’s lives that they don’t know about, is this fear of emasculation.”

In this powerful conversation, Dominick and I explore what healthy masculinity looks like. We also explore the challenges men face while protecting their ‘man card’. And as you’ll hear, cultivating the confidence to listen to your heart in the midst of all the noise is a powerful way to transform your life - especially during 2020.

Dominick is a leader in the field of healthy masculinity and a man who walks his talk. His commitment to do the inner work always blows me away. As a coach, author, and advocate, Dominick helps men discover and live the Great Man Within. He co-hosts The Great Man Within podcast, and runs DoInnerWork.com. He also leads The Great Man Mastermind, a community of high caliber and high character men living their greatest purpose and optimizing their performance in everything they do.

Here’s a taste of what we discuss in this incredible conversation:

What is a healthy definition of masculinity?
Why are there so many little boys living in men’s bodies.
How to navigate the death of an identity as a season in your life ends.
The power of initiations and the rite of passage ceremonies.
How to ask for help without losing your man card.
How can men hold space to be friends with a woman?
The healing power of being vulnerable with other men
How to be vulnerable with yourself.

With plenty to think about and takeaway for both men and women, this episode is the perfect way to explore the healing effect of cultivating healthy masculine energy in your life.

“You have to find that one person, that first person that you could really open up to and confide in and then you’ll find, over the course of time, that it’s a lot easier to open up to other people, too.”

How to contact

Check out The Great Man Within Podcast
www.DoInnerWork.com/resources
https://www.dominickq.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatManWithin
https://www.instagram.com/dominickq/
https://www.instagram.com/dominickq/

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“Everything that you have in your life is solely down to the choices that you have made.”

How do you overcome imposter syndrome, fears, and other people’s doubts to live a life without limits and achieve your dreams and destiny?

After going through anorexia at 17 and being bullied throughout school, Rebecca Louise decided to never let anything affect her going after her goals. Rebecca’s dreams brought her to the USA from the UK on a whim to get her commercial pilots license when she was 23-years-old. Although Rebecca loved flying, it was not her ultimate passion. When she got her work visa she was cast to be on a fitness YouTube channel. This is where Rebecca’s love for fitness, helping people and hosting came alive.

Today, Rebecca Louise is a mindset and fitness coach and the host of the top-rated podcast It Takes Grit. Her fitness videos have surpassed over 450 million views on YouTube and her work has been featured in Entrepreneur, Vogue, Allure, Cosmopolitan, Shape, KTLA, FOX, Closer, Oxygen, Well + Good, Goop. It was in response to audience demand, that Rebecca created her Fitness and Nutrition App BURN and she’s recently published her new book, It Takes Grit.

“If you want to get places in life, you just have to know that is going to take time, grit, and determination.”

Rebecca’s on a mission to motivate people to feel like the best version of themselves through exciting workouts and tasty recipes.

In this energetic conversation, Rebecca and I explore:

What is self-care supposed to be?
Why self-care reasons inspire Rebecca to get up earlier.
How to create balance.
Why it’s so much easier to make commitments to others than ourselves.
Why telling other people about your big goals can inspire commitment.
Overcoming imposter syndrome.
How to cope with bad choices.
How Rebecca uses gratitude.
Mindsets for navigating through fear.
And more!

If you’re ready to kick-start your motivation and unlock the passion to step outside of your comfort zone, this episode is for you. Check it out!

“Only take advice from people that you want to trade places with.”

How to contact

www.rebecca-louise.com
Check out Rebecca’s book It Takes Grit - https://rebecca-louise.com/pages/book
www.facebook.com/rebeccalouisefitness
https://www.instagram.com/rebeccalouisefitness/
https://www.twitter.com/rebeccalouise

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“People who ask more questions are perceived to be more likeable.”

Can you remember how it felt to have the curiosity of a child? Maybe it was a time when you believed you could be anything. Or a time when endless questions inspired your day.

Unfortunately, 'life' buries our desire for more, and before you know it, the questions seize up. Life begins to feel more limited until we're stuck in the soul-sucking status quo, wondering what happened to all that 'more'.

This week’s incredible guests believe you can reinvigorate your inherent ability to create more of what you desire.

It’s all possible when you tap into the insane power of ASKING.

“When you ask yourself a question, it literally causes a different part of your mind to light up - and it's the part of your brain that does critical thinking.”

Mark Victor Hansen is probably best known as the co-author of the wildly popular Chicken Soup for the Soul book series. Mark is also an entrepreneurial marketing maven and a sought-after keynote speaker who’s spoken to 7,000 audiences in 78 countries.

Crystal Dwyer Hansen is a celebrity coach, wellness/nutrition expert, business strategist, entrepreneur, speaker, and author who’s an expert in the field of human potential.

Together, Crystal and Mark are the power couple behind the new book Ask! The Bridge From Your Dreams To Your Destiny. It’s an incredible book created to help you access your hidden dreams and bring them into reality.

In this empowering conversation, you can discover more about the power of asking as Mark, Crystal, and I explore:

Why questions are an overlooked superpower.
What is the role of curiosity in fulfillment?
The SEVEN roadblocks that make people scared of living their destiny.
The THREE channels of asking.
Strategies that can unlock the freedom to ask.
The ONE secret to staying happily married.
Where does curiosity come from?
What are the most powerful questions you ask yourself?
And more...

If you’re ready to ask for more and you want to live a life that’s true to your deepest desires, this is one episode you don’t want to miss.

“Having a fully-fledged desire, a burgeoning desire, an ambitious desire is what wakes up curiosity.”

How to contact

Check out Marks’ work at http://markvictorhansen.com
Discover more about Crystal’s work at https://crystalvisionlife.com/about/
Get your copy of Ask! on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Ask-Bridge-Your-Dreams-Destiny/dp/164293495X/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=ask%21&qid=1599051253&sr=8-2

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“I had all of the things and yet, I was at this point where I didn't want to live.”

I believe this is one of the most important episodes of Stay Grounded I’ve ever recorded.

Suicide is a big killer among men my age and there’s a common thread - we don’t know how to talk about depression or feelings of isolation, or how to ask for help and support during dark times.

When I first met Chris Plough, I was deeply moved by his depth of empathy, care, and sensitivity. This is a man who’s experienced suicide from both sides. Not only has he been close to taking his own life - the first time at age just 16 - but he lost both his parents in a homicide-suicide.

In this vulnerable conversation, Chris shares the emotions involved and what it actually feels like to have suicidal tendencies. He also explains the tangible steps we can all take to help someone transform their suicidal thoughts into something beautiful.

“Empathetic witness is just being able to be present with somebody and allow them to share what they're going through and care without judgment.”

Suicide is a taboo, and it shouldn’t be. Fortunately, Chris found support from an empathetic friend, which helped to kick-start a journey of compassion and unconditional self-love. Now we can all learn from his experiences - so we’re better positioned to support people who need it… because no one is alone.

In this beautiful episode, Chris and I explore:

What is self-love?
The role of patience in your self-love journey.
The story of the list and how it can prevent suicide attempts.
How to be an empathetic listener.
The three isolation creators.
How to share suicidal thoughts to help a listener receive them.
The difference between conditional and unconditional love.
How best to respond if you can’t be an empathetic listener when someone asks.
Using self-care to honor yourself and avoid dark places.
How to dismantle the cages we put ourselves in.
What your vulnerability can invite in others.
And more…

Chris is on a mission to ‘Liberate Humanity’. He’s doing this through his work at AdventureX where he creates experiences that provide space and freedom for people. He’s also a sought-after speaker who makes space to be an empathetic witness for people who need it.

“When you're feeling those things in that darkness - shame, guilt, not wanting to burden others - those create this isolation that makes you believe you're actually alone.”

How to contact

Check out Chris’ work at https://chrisplough.com
Explore Chris’ role as an empathetic witness - chrisplough.com/I-am-listening

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“In a crisis, the worst thing you can do is isolate yourself.”

Susie Carder is no stranger to crisis.

As a survivor of abuse, Susie learned to rise above the crisis, discover her inner strength, and in the process, completely transform the life trajectory that her childhood mapped out. These experiences have put her in a beautiful position to be able to support people to move through these current times.

“I'm a tough-love coach. I'm going to tell you what you don't want to hear, show you what you don't want to see, so that you could be the person you knew that you could be.”

Susie started out as a low-paid hairdresser trying to support her two girls before deciding to be an entrepreneur. Since then, she’s built two $10 million dollar companies and as a Profit Coach, she supports other entrepreneurs to build a business that allows them to live their dreams and achieve financial abundance.

Susie’s helped over 100,000 entrepreneurs increase their revenues by more than 3,000% and worked with top business moguls including John Assaraf, Lisa Nichols, Steve Harvey, Doug Carter, and Paul Mitchell.

Her latest book is Power Your Profit, a bulletproof start-to-finish plan for taking your business from startup mode to the multi-million-dollar mark.

In this loving episode, Susie and I explore:

What does Susie describe as a crisis?
The three ways of navigating a crisis.
Susie’s incredible story of supporting her children.
Listening to the whisper instead of waiting for the tsunami.
How to lean into the voice of truth.
Why people need to hear your stories.
What role does self-love play in leadership?
How do you know when you’ve found someone who you need to have in your life?
What is your relationship with surrender?
Why Susie’s gift is finding the money.
And more...

If you’re ready to listen to the whispers and hear how life is knocking at your door, this episode will give you the courage and confidence you need to ask for support and take the leap.

Check it out.

“You have to work through the fear. Hold fear on one hand and courage in the other, and just jump.”

How to contact

https://www.susiecarder.com/
https://www.facebook.com/SusieCarder/
https://www.instagram.com/SusieCarder
https://twitter.com/susiecarder

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“We stay in the fast lane so that we don't have to feel our deal.”

Current times have forced a new pace of life upon so many of us. There’s an invitation to slow down, take stock, and reassess what’s most important. There’s a window to be more intentional and practice the grounding ritual that connects us back to our true essence.

Sure, these times are challenging - especially for those of us who are used to speed and hustle, but the pause can also be healing. Slowing down provides an opportunity to sit with the emotions and feelings hidden by the ‘go-go-go’ lifestyle.

In turn, we have a chance to shift from DOing to BEing - and in the process, we get clearer on our own wants, needs, and desires.

This episode’s guest - the incredible Nancy Levin - is here to help you navigate that transition with ease and grace. Drawing from personal experiences, Nancy shares her story about escaping the addictive ‘on-it’ lifestyle to learn how to live her life on her terms.

“Everything we're chasing externally needs to be resolved internally first.”

Nancy Levin is a Master Coach and bestselling author of several books including her latest, Setting Boundaries Will Set You Free.

Formerly the Event Director at Hay House for over a decade, Nancy is the creator of Levin Life Coach Academy and offers in-depth coaching and training programs designed to support clients in making themselves a priority and setting boundaries that stick.

Here’s a taste of what Nancy and I explore in this powerful episode:

What does it feel like to go from a million miles per hour to slowing down completely?
How does self-love feel?
What are boundaries, what role do they play, and how do you know that you need one?
The three sisters of overcoming selfishness.
How to heal resentment.
Why telling the truth takes less energy.
Understanding our relationship to security and safety.
Why the present moment is your crystal ball.
And more…

If you’re ready to prioritize your own needs and take the stigma out of selfishness to live a slower-paced life, this episode promises a lot of clarity.

Check it out.

“To be able to know that I'm worthy and a value just by being me and not having to do anything at all was a profound moment in time for me.”

How to contact

www.nancylevin.com
@NancyLevinAuthor (FB)
https://www.instagram.com/nancy_levin/
https://twitter.com/nancylevin

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“I’m trusting my own spirit over my mind and over what anybody else thinks.”

Is there a part of you that knows your true path follows a different track to the one you’re walking currently?

Do you have an inner knowing that your life could be different - if only you had the courage to follow the beat of your own drum?

If so, you’re not alone. In this age of transformation and chaos, more and more people are questioning the conventional path through life. More and more people are looking to explore the truth of who they are and authentically express their inner being.

Makhosi Candiss Pitts is an Abundance Activator & Authentic African Shaman who helps seekers create an extraordinary business and life using mindset, mindfulness and metaphysics mastery.

She guides people to develop their intuition and cultivate the courage to trust their personal truth - so they can create limitless abundance, unparalleled freedom and exceptional impact.

And in this powerful episode, she’ll help you do the same...

In the past, Makhosi walked the traditional path too - until she reached a point where she was no longer willing to compromise her soul desires. In this powerful interview, we explore how you can take the leap and develop the trust you need to be your authentic self.

Here’s a taste of what we explore:

Why do humans crave a sense of sovereignty?
What does it feel like to be a sovereign being?
How do you know when you’re experiencing oneness?
How do you learn to trust your intuition?
How do you know what to trust in the present moment?
What is freedom?
Was there a time when you were afraid of making a big decision?
Makhosi’s journey to becoming a shaman.
And more...

“The truth is in this moment, it's in the present, it's in the body.”

If your soul is ready for more impact, freedom, and abundance, this episode is essential listening so check it out.

How to contact

www.theroyalshaman.com
www.facebook.com/theroyalshaman
https://www.instagram.com/theroyalshaman/

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“There’s so much wisdom in knowing yourself.”

How do you create an inspiring vision for your life and then turn that vision into your everyday reality?

I believe we all have an idea of the kind of life we want to live. We all have dreams we want to fulfil and an inner knowing of who we could be and what would make our hearts sing.

The question is, are you giving yourself permission to articulate that vision and then take the steps necessary to bring it to life?

If this is an area of your life where you could do with a hand, this episode’s guest is your man!

I’m super pumped to introduce your new friend, Mr Jason Ayers.

Jason is an entrepreneur, operations optimizer, process engineer, and relentless problem-solver with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. He has spent most of his life studying leadership, the psychology of achievement, performance management, systems, marketing, automation, business, and sales.

He's a certified Neurolinguistic Programming Practitioner (NLP), which helps him to get his clients into action when they're feeling stuck, trapped, or blocked.

Above all, Jason is a problem-solving Integrator who empowers people to not only create their visions but to expand them into their fullest potential. So if you’re looking for a shot of inspiration so you can live into the fullness of who you are and your vision for your life, this episode is for you.

“I think we’re all here for a reason. I think we all have a purpose, and part of the challenge of life is just stripping away all of the stories and the lies and everything else to get down to that truth: that kind of bedrock, fundamental truth that lies beneath.”

Jason is an incredible human who moves through life with a beautiful tempo and speed. He’s a man who’s passionate about doing the inner work necessary to extract your true vision, and is well versed in dancing with the shadows as well as the light.

I just loved diving into the rabbit hole with this inspiring man to talk about all of this good stuff!

How to create the space to be introspective.
Why time is relative.
Exactly where do our limiting stories come from?
The importance of exploring shadow work.
Why playing small keeps you safe.
The important difference between desire and choice.
How travel can shift your perspective.
Jason’s mountain analogy for limitless living.
What happens when you make the choice to not walk this path alone.
How to save yourself a lot of anguish.
And more.

If you know you could be doing more with your life and you’re excited to discover the right path for you, I encourage you to carve out some time for Jason. You never know, you might just hear the thing you need to move forward in an aligned and inspired way.

“We don’t believe what we see. We see what we believe.”

How to contact

jasonrayers.com
https://www.facebook.com/JasonRAyers
https://www.instagram.com/jason_ayers/

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“I had fast-growth in my business because I believed that my spirituality is leading the way.”

What happens when soul decides the path you’re walking isn’t the one that’s right for you?

When Michelle Sorro attended a Tony Robbins’ Date With Destiny event, it was her intention to take her TV career to the next level. But instead of unlocking clarity on how to evolve her TV segment, soul had different plans. On her knees and heart cracked open, Michelle realized her purpose was something else entirely.

As a result, Michelle switched gears and followed her intuition to become a heart-centred leader on a mission to empower millions to be seen and heard. Today, Michelle teaches coaches, trainers, and experts how to start and scale an authentic, online presence by getting out of their comfort zone so they can create a life of greater fulfilment.

“I don't believe in hustle, grit, and grind. I just believe in ease, grace, and flow.”

Michelle is also the host of The Fire and Soul podcast, a Top 10 in Self-Development. Her guests have included global game-changers such as Jack Canfield, Panache Desai, Dave Asprey, Danielle LaPorte, Alison Armstrong, Jairek Robbins, Joseph McClendon III, and many more. Michelle is also a published author on the topic of gratitude, she’s meditated with the Dalai Lama, and literally walked on fire!

In this beautiful, heart-led episode, you’ll hear Michelle and I talk about:

What does heart-based leadership mean?
How do you really get out of your comfort zone?
Why perfectionism is another form of procrastination and how the antidote for fear is action.
A simple practice to transmute your feelings and emotions.
A method to discern between fear and desire.
The spiritual importance of sitting with the stillness of your heart
And more!

If you know it’s time to drop the hustle, trust your intuition, and take a more patient path through life, this episode will give you plenty to think about.

“The soul will always tell you, but you've got to get quiet enough to listen.”

How to contact

https://www.facebook.com/michelle.sorro
www.michelle-sorro.com

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“You have to figure out what is the thing that you want to stand for - and that is your greatness.”

When Casanova Brooks was eight-years-old, he and his two best buddies did everything together. They were the ‘three amigos’, which meant it was highly unusual for Casanova to turn down a trip to the beach. That was the day his two best friends drowned.

This experience was the first of three tragic moments in Casanova’s life. The second time, it was he who nearly died, and the third time, it was his mom.

But despite all the pain and tragedy, Casanova has managed to create an extraordinary life in which he thrives. His ‘secret’? Somehow, he was able to transform his rock bottom moments into unstoppable momentum for a better life.

And in this beautiful episode, he shares his methodologies so that you can do the same.

“Everybody has a different vision. Everybody has different goals. So, write down what yours are so then you know who you are.”

As you’ll hear in this beautiful episode, Casanova Brooks is an incredible human being with an infectious energy that just makes you want to get up and take action! He’s an award-winning entrepreneur, author, high-energy keynote speaker, and real estate professional who’s able to create something from nothing. For example, in his FIRST year in real estate, he won the rookie award after closing 46 deals and $8 million in his first year.

Casanova’s passion is inspiring people to live their DREAM life by design. He does this by empowering others to develop their mindset so they can thrive as the best version of themselves.

In this upbeat, soul-nurturing interview, Casanova shares more about his personal story as well as exploring the following topics:

What does it feel like to fight against rock bottom moments?
How did you find the strength to navigate these times of adversity?
Warren Buffet’s test to know if you’ve been truly successful in life.
What is greatness?
How Casanova’s DREAM acronym guides his life [and what value each letter stands for].
Why humans love a comeback story and why you’re not the only beneficiary of the one you write for yourself.
The catalyst that turned Casanova into an award-winning real estate professional.
The importance of finding your WHY.
The cake analogy of living an incredible life.
And more…

If you want to feel energized and excited about the possibilities for your life, check out this powerful episode now.

“The biggest struggle that we have is the struggle between our own two ears.”

How to contact

https://dreamnationpodcast.com/
https://www.facebook.com/CasanovaBrooks1/
https://www.instagram.com/casanova_brooks/
https://twitter.com/Casanova_Brooks

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“The better our boundaries are, the more powerful our presence will be in the world.”

What does it take to live in your truth and create a container that empowers you to thrive?

This episode’s incredible guest believes we’ve not been taught to speak up and share our truth. Instead, we’ve been trained distrust the messages of our body and override our inner wisdom.

In this thought-provoking episode, you’ll discover how you can lean into the richness of life and connect with your inner being through the magic of boundaries.

“I will be of the greatest service in the world if I dare to make sure that my cup is full.”

Check out this beautiful episode to hear Karlee and I discuss:

How to differentiate between self-love when you need to take time and self-love when you need to do the work.
The teacup and saucer analogy of boundaries and self-love.
Why creating boundaries isn’t easy.
How to know that our boundaries are appropriate.
How our body tells us that it’s time to set boundaries.
What are boundaries actually protecting?
How to determine which values are worth creating boundaries around.
Why starting with the low-risk scenarios is a great way to practice boundary setting.
How to start being radically honest with yourself.
How to make friends as adults.
And more!

If you feel you need a bigger container in which to thrive and you need some help giving yourself the freedom and permission to prioritize your needs, this is one episode you don’t want to miss.

“Every breath, every individual choice is an opportunity to get closer or farther from our truth.”

How to contact

www.karleefain.com
https://www.facebook.com/EveryBodyThrive/
https://www.instagram.com/karlee_Fain/

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“Mindfulness is being aware and accepting of our present moment experience with curiosity and compassion.”

What is the soul?

Why are we afraid of dying?

How can we feel more present, peaceful, and connected to the truth of who we are?

It’s not often you get a chance to discuss questions like these with a mindfulness thought leader with the depth of experience and insight like Mitra Manesh.

Mitra is a UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center Instructor with over 3.5 decades of experience in this area. She also has a private practice where she works with celebrity clients as well as multinational corporations including Merrill Lynch, Hugo Boss, Amazon, and more. Her North Star is making conscious living and working more available and accessible to the global community.

As you know, presence and staying grounded is something I’m passionate about so I couldn’t wait to dive into Mitra’s wisdom. And we went deep - discussing topics we all think about but are secretly afraid to explore.

I absolutely LOVED this conversation. So much of what Mitra said touched me at a soul-level, and I’m sure the same will be true for you.

“Presence is where my body and my attention meet each other.”

Tune in now to hear about:

What is the soul?
Mitra’s five-part definition of mindfulness [don’t miss this].
How to work with your ego so it doesn’t hold you back.
Where the ego obtains information to define its identity.
Why a gratitude practice balances out your overthinking, doubting mind.
Why we don’t need to be afraid of death.
How celebrities really feel on Oscar night.
The three child parenting analogy that explains mindfulness perfectly.
How a heart monitor revealed the secret of life to Mitra.
The ‘right’ path to oneness.
And more...

Born in the East and trained in the West, Mitra’s approach blends corporate training with Eastern inner-work practices to help people live, love, and lead more consciously at home and at work.

A meditator since 1985, Mitra has studied extensively with renowned teachers and explored various disciplines including Taoism, TM, and meditation.

On top of all of that, she’s also the host of the Lights On podcast as well as the creator of InnerMap - a mindfulness storytelling and coaching app for ‘anyone, anywhere, at any level’.

I just know you’re going to love bathing yourself in Mitra’s wisdom. Her insights and experiences are going to connect with you on a deep level leaving you feeling empowered, inspired, and excited about how you can live your life in a more mindful way.

“We experience the end of anything as death, and that's the one thing that we are never talking about and we are so afraid of. It's the unspoken secret fear that we all have.”

How to contact

Innermap.me
https://www.instagram.com/mitramanesh_/

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“I build the journey that allows the best of nature to do its best and then I don't say a word.”

Matt Prior loves exploring and discovering nature.

As a pilot, Adventure Consultant for Red Bull, and founder of the World’s First Adventure Academy, Matt has exploration running through his blood. He lives a life fuelled by curiosity and presence; a life which has seen him visit over 120 countries, climb peaks in five continents, and take part in a collection of badass expeditions - all on a shoestring.

Matt’s been featured in everything from CNN to Men’s Journal, Red Bull, Outside Magazine, and Business Insider. His overland expertise and willingness to push boundaries means National Geographic, the Discovery Channel, and the BBC have also approached him.

And while Matt thrives on the rush and growth of high-adrenaline experiences and adventures, he also loves the groundedness he feels when he’s present in nature.

“Be present every day. Smile. Be kind. Be open to anything and everything.”

Nature is a potent teacher for Matt. For Matt, nature is the great reset button; a place where he can dissolve his ego and learn what it takes to live an incredible life - just by observing nature.

In our current world of turbulence, uncertainty, and rapid change, Matt’s experiences are a powerful reminder that sometimes the biggest adventures start when you leant to stop and just BE.

Here’s a taste of all the awesome things Matt and I discuss in this beautiful conversation.

How curiosity and presence empowered Matt to navigate some big life challenges.
Why values can be the foundation for purpose.
What billionaire rags to riches stories have in common.
How perspective can change your life.
The parable of the broken vase.
Why there can be beauty in the suck.
Why Matt is drawn to adversity.
When did we learn to resist our humanity?
How you can learn everything from nature.
And more!

Nature is ready to give you a masterclass in how to live and how to embrace your humanity. You just gotta spend time in it and time observing it.

“Whenever I start to see chaos unfold, I just make it very simple: This is totally natural, this is all slowly meant to happen, and at the end of this, it will be better.”

How to contact

https://mattprior.co.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/mattprioruk/
https://www.facebook.com/mattprioruk/
https://twitter.com/mattprioruk

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“Every emotion serves us, but once we know how it's serving us and why, now we have a choice of how to use it as a tool.”

There’s no question that our minds are a beautiful tool for enhancing our human experience. But what happens when you overuse your mind and neglect the wisdom in your body and feelings? If you rely on one aspect of self, you’re not coming from a place of wholeness. If you’re not tapping into the emotions created by your body, you’re missing out on a whole chunk of knowledge ready to enrich your experience of life.

There’s just one problem…

Why are we so afraid of the way we feel? Fortunately, this episode’s guest - the magical Kristi Worful - has some much-needed answers.

It’s not uncommon for people to struggle with their emotions. From a young age, we’re taught that some feelings are good while others are bad. We’re taught that some emotions are OK to express while others need to be pushed right back down. It’s left us in a state of confusion and distrust about what our body is ready to teach us.

It can take courage to experience your emotions fully. But as you’ll hear in this episode, the more you allow, the bigger your capacity becomes for richness, fullness, and unapologetic self-expression.

If you choose, your emotions can be your gateway to expression and purpose.

“Authenticity is the gateway to our purpose and our highest expression.”

As the creator of Sanga and an experienced consciousness practitioner, Kristi Worful is highly skilled at empowering people to explore, work with, and process their full emotional spectrum.

Sanga is like nothing you’ve ever experienced before. This empowering ecosystem blends the art and science of human transformation. Through her studio in Utah, Kristi guides clients through an immersive sound and visual art experience, which opens the subconscious mind and rewires the brain for creativity and healing. It’s a magical experience that helps people connect with their heart, tune into their desires, and connect more fully with their higher self.

Listen to this episode to hear about:

The specific stages of human awakening.
How do you build the courage to trust your intuition?
Why is it so hard to be honest with yourself?
What is authenticity?
The true purpose of desire.
How do you make a decision when you fear it will cause your life to unravel?
Tips for working with your emotional patterns.
The transformational impact of accessing a healing space
Why you should feel so-called negative emotions and what happens when you do.
And more!

This is a beautifully rich conversation that will inspire you to create a life of desire by getting back into your body. I just know you’re going to love it.

“When we become our higher selves, we start living in our purpose.”

How to contact

www.Sangatribe.com

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“I'm living a life that I absolutely love. I'm surrounded by a tribe of people that I absolutely love, just simply because I started with the, "What if?"

Rob was an abandoned child. As a baby, he was raised by his four-year-old sister until a white, Moron family adopted them both. Raised by a loving family in a predominantly middle-class white community, Rob endured racial abuse. He was spat on, called names, and beat up. The feeling of not belonging would not go away. He eventually found an outlet for his anger and confusion in sport. On the court or field, race and color didn’t matter and after achieving a scholarship to play football at Utah, he thought his life would start working out. But despite being around black people for the first time, he still didn’t fit in.

Rob sunk into a dark depression and began fantasizing about how he’d end his life. He hit rock bottom in his mid-30s when everything fell apart. His marriage ended, his start-up failed, and he was done with the pain. But something told him to put down the gun...

“The life I'm living now, at one time, was just a fantasy.”

Rob’s suicide attempt became a powerful catalyst that turned his life around. By deciding he wanted to live, Rob discovered the strength to embrace his blank canvas. At the time, he had no idea who he was, but he was committed to figuring it out.

Trauma makes your scope narrow; healing creates a new perspective that brings forth better opportunities and options. Free of dogma and the need to fulfil family traditions, Rob was able to define himself. In the process, he discovered his dream career, his purpose, and a sense of belonging. Now, Rob is an empowerment coach who works off feeling and intuition; truly identifying where his clients want to go and what they want to accomplish. He calls his work Warrior Work, which is all about identifying who you truly are.

Rob’s story is a powerful reminder that where you start doesn’t have to be where you end up. It’s a story of courage, commitment, and a passion to create an extraordinary life - even when everything is stacked against you. Rob’s story is an inspiration to me, and I’m sure it will be an inspiration to you too.

Tune in now to hear us discuss:

What it feels like to NOT belong.
The catalyst that inspired Rob to change his life.
How to balance radical self-responsibility with an appreciation of your life’s context.
Powerful options for letting go of negative energy.
The difference between flow and passion.
How Rob figured out who he really was.
Rage, the call for equality, and channelling collective anger at these times
Rob’s definition of purpose.
Tips for unlayering the need to belong.
And more…

“The moment you give all the accountability away is when you become the victim and then you lose all your power.”

How to contact

www.robsirstins.com
https://www.facebook.com/rsirstins
https://www.instagram.com/@robsirstins

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“Nobody ever taught me how to be human. They taught me how to be a warrior, they taught me how to be a gladiator, they taught me how to not cry, they taught me how to hurt people. It taught me a lot of stuff in my life. Nobody ever taught me how to be human.”

Like you, we’ve been moved and enraged by the racism and brutality experienced by our Black brothers and sisters. To show our support and solidarity with Black America, we’re committed to sharing their voices and stories with you. To kick-start this effort, we’re replaying one of our most popular interviews.

This conversation with Andre Norman first aired in 2019. It’s an incredible story of beating the odds and the system to create extraordinary impact.

The US has one of the largest prison populations in the world with around 1 in 100 Americans in jail. According to 2014 NAACP statistics, African Americans accounted for a disproportionate 34% of the total prison population. It’s a shocking fact that the Black community is incarcerated at more than 5 times the rate of whites.

Andre Norman was one of those statistics.

Rewind two decades and not only was Andre serving a 100-year prison sentence, he also ran all the gang activity in the prison. You could say jail was his destiny. As a kid, he felt unwanted and with the system against him too, Andre never saw his potential. Seeing no other option, Andre followed a life fuelled by drugs, alcohol, depression, self-harming, and ultimately crime.

Prison is supposed to be a correctional facility, but most prisoners aren’t ‘corrected’. Prison rarely changes people at a core level. Instead, it compounds their anger, frustration, and trauma, which is what makes Andre’s story of transformation and learning how to be human so remarkable.

Andre was freed after serving 14 years inside and his life today couldn’t be more different. He’s now on a mission to teach individuals and corporations how to turn any situation around and his innovative strategies against gang activity have helped tackle inmate violence and improve correctional facilities across the U.S.

“Your rock bottom isn’t your end. Your rock bottom is when you figure out you need to pull the parachute and ask for help.”

So tune in now and hear us talk about:

The conditions that led to Andre’s incarceration
How gratitude for rock bottom experiences helps you walk the extraordinary path through life
The real definition of freedom - and why most people aren’t as free as they think
Why you need to take small steps today to actualize the person you want to be in the future
The insanely valuable lessons he’d teach his 26-year-old self
Why Andre believes his curses allow him to help people
The only way to fail
Andre’s prison program and how it’s changing lives
And more...

Andre overcame everything from poverty to drugs to prison. He’s now an international speaker and a Harvard Fellow - proof that the odds are always beatable.

“If you want to be great, you can. If you want to be amazing, you can. If you want to be world-renowned, you can. It just comes with not giving up.”

How to contact

Discover more about Andre’s work at www.AndreNorman.com
Follow Andre on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/andrenorman21/
Check out Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/andrenorman/
Follow the conversation on Twitter - https://twitter.com/andrenorman?lang=en

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“Confidence is simple. It’s not loud, it’s not anything that can be defined by a particular skill or personality type. It’s simply this: the willingness to experience negative emotion.”

How much of your vision for life is impacted by what others say or think about you? How often do you hold yourself back or talk yourself out of taking action because your confidence lets you down?

Who could you be, what could you have, and where would you go if you could create approval from within and create a story that showered you with positivity, freedom, and relentless joy?

This episode’s guest is the incredible Susie Moore - and she dances in this creative, curious space every day! Susie believes that joyful, loving, connected people are POWERFUL. It’s why she says that her only obligation is to have a joyful life - and in doing so, she serves as an example to others of what a joyful life looks and feels like.

If you’re ready to be more confident [and feel more joyful in the process], this episode is for you.

“All worthiness is completely fixed, permanent, and undeletable no matter what. So this approval that we are seeking is an illusion.”

Susie is a Miami-based life coach and author of Stop Checking Your Likes: Shake Off the Need for Approval and Live an Incredible Life. Susie’s been featured on everything from the Today show, Refinery29, Forbes, Oprah.com and more. She has an infectious personality and a beautiful sense of humor which inspires joy just by being near her. Susie comes with a powerful message that reality is an interpretation and the truth is up to all of us. With that in mind, why wouldn’t you do everything in your power to create a life full of freedom and joy? Discover how in this episode when Susie and I explore:

The dangers of confusing approval with worthiness.
Why inner steadiness and approval must come from within.
The danger of looking for fulfilment outside of yourself.
What is freedom [and why our false beliefs make success fleeting].
Why the cause and effect model doesn’t work.
How to access your confidence in 7 seconds.
Why joy is undervalued as a superpower - even though it’s your secret weapon
And more!

“Freedom is the goal of every other goal.”

How to contact

http://susie-moore.com
https://www.facebook.com/susiemoore.writer/
https://instagram.com/susie.moore
https://twitter.com/susiemoore
Order Susie’s new book - Stop Checking Your Likes: Shake Off the Need for Approval and Live an Incredible Life - on Amazon

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“Nobody wants your perfect, everyone just wants your human.”

This episode’s guest is no stranger to the Stay Grounded Podcast. Nataly Kogan was one of our very first guests when we launched back in 2017. Nataly’s ‘Happier’ message was powerful back then, but it feels even more potent now - thanks to the new normal we’re navigating ourselves through.

This current climate is bringing out the worst - and the best in us. Lockdown and all its associated uncertainties has pulled out the rug in so many areas of our lives. Trying to make sense of it all is tough and new emotions, fears, and experiences are constantly bubbling up.

Nataly’s message of self-compassion is vital under these pressures. With the stresses we face right now, mistakes are inevitable. We’re going to get triggered and frustrated and that’s OK because as Nataly reminds us we’re all human and perfection is inauthentic.

And amongst it all, self-compassion is the gateway to freedom, happiness, and joy.

“Be a kind observer instead of an opinionated judge.”

Nataly Kogan is a refugee, mama, artist, and the founder of Happier - an organization [and Nataly’s life purpose] on a mission to help millions of people thrive in work and life by improving their emotional health with science-backed skills and practices.

Nataly believes happiness is a skill you can master as well as a feeling you experience. And because it’s a skill, that means you work at being happier.

In this episode, Nataly reveals some of her favorite practices and insights designed to help you feel more compassionate to yourself and others. Tune in now to hear about:

How do you find happiness in turmoil?
Navigating the ‘valley of suffering’ through acceptance.
Why does the ego create suffering if its role is to protect us?
How self-compassion increases resilience and growth.
How to practice self-love when your mistakes hurt others.
The power packed question to ask when you start losing yourself in fear, guilt, and self-criticism.
Why perfection is a coping mechanism that keeps you from feeling a spectrum of emotions.
And more!

“The ego is there to teach us the lesson if we want to learn it.”

How to contact

https://www.happier.com
https://www.instagram.com/natalykogan/

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“When you just leave your mind alone for extended periods of time, you start to see profound depths and profound stillness.”

We live in beautiful times where meditation is no longer a fringe ritual. You can even practice on your phone in the comfort of your home any time you choose!

This is good news because meditation as a practice offers profound benefits. You can expect everything from the ability to create stillness and clarity to an awareness of the vast potential we have as humans.

But what happens if you’re a ‘bad’ meditator?

And what layers are we really uncovering when we sit with stillness and become the observer of our thoughts?

In this powerful episode, mindfulness teacher Jon Krop explains how you can use meditation to live more skillfully in the modern world. His insights could be life-changing for you.

“Meditation is really just a practice of cultivating new mental habits.”

Jon Krop is a Harvard-educated lawyer and mindfulness expert who’s been meditating for over 13 years. Through his company Mindfulness For Lawyers, Jon has taught mindfulness at Harvard, Yale, the Pentagon, the world’s top law firms, Fortune 100 companies, and other organizations.

His obsession for mindfulness began at law school as he explored strategies to increase his grades and get a cognitive edge. After a chance meeting in Argentina led him to study with the Dalai Lama’s Latin American translator, Jon explored the spiritual benefits too. Although Jon has studied with traditional Buddhist teachers, his teaching style resonates with people who aren’t drawn to chanting, crystals, and new age overtones. If that sounds like you then you’ll especially love this interview!

Given our current times, an ability to create stillness, reduce stress, and increase mental clarity is more important than ever - and Jon is here to help you walk that essential path.

Here’s a taste of what Jon and I discuss:

The story of Jon’s transition from law to mindfulness.
The power of week-long meditation retreats.
Jon’s response to coronavirus.
The potency of impermanence and why we need to embody this reality.
How to feel grounded enough to surrender.
The potential of these times to spark transformation and transcendence.
How do you empower someone who ‘can’t’ meditate.
What is meditation supposed to look like?
And more!

Check it out.

“Meditation will force you to learn over time to let go of expectations, to let go of the need for perfection, and to realise that you aren’t really driving. So just lean back and enjoy the ride.”

How to contact

Check out www.Mindfulnessforlawyers.com
@JonKrop on Instagram

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“There is a twelve step process to burnout. We start with excessive ambition and end with a total mental and physical collapse.”

Have you noticed that burnout is a badge of honor? As a society, we place a high value on the hard work and the hustle - and if you’re burnt out, by definition you’re a hard worker!

But does burnout deliver the results you want? And is it even the best strategy to create success in business and in life? This episode’s guest says not. After burning out riddled with a collection of physical and emotional symptoms, John Wang realized there had to be a better route to success.

In this episode, John not only shares his story, but reveals the logic and story behind our willingness to burn out - so you can choose a more empowered path to your goals.

“We almost celebrate the word burnout because of our ego. “Look at how hard I work to the point that I get to burnout” - which makes no sense.”

John Wang has been a speaker and an educator for the last 15 years. His passion is coaching high-achieving entrepreneurs and students to create productive, work-life balance systems that are focused on self compassion. In particular, John gets excited about creating tools and systems that empower people to live a balanced life.

John has traveled through over 50 countries and is also the founder of the OneKindness Challenge Movement - where he inspires people to change their life through an act of kindness each day.

In this beautiful episode, John and I talk about:

What does burnout mean?
Where does the stress that causes burnout come from?
How to find the balance between impact and avoiding burn out.
How to make hard work feel easy.
How to infuse fulfilment into work you don’t really enjoy.
John’s four questions for moving through procrastination.
John’s definition of purpose.
And more…

If your ego has a hustle tendency, but your heart wants more balance, do not miss this episode. When you understand the internal dialogue and stories that promote burnout, you’ll never want to choose that path again.

“Attachment, boundaries, and core beliefs - these three things are almost always what causes people to go into burnout rather than causing them to be able to scale what they are doing to a higher level.”

How to contact

www.shapeframework.com
https://www.facebook.com/johnwangofficial
https://www.instagram.com/johnwangofficial

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“There is a cost to trying to be successful. There is a cost to trying to change the world. For many entrepreneurs and founders, it is destroying us and our companies.”

Does success require burnout? Can you build a thriving business and live a calm life? As a society, we’ve been raised on a diet where hard work equals the path to success, but is that really true? What’s more, are the sacrifices involved with the high stress, high-success ethos actually contributing to the lifestyle and results we really want?

After finding himself on the floor of his dream home unable to move, Aaron Houghton realized there had to be a better way to live. An entrepreneur since the age of 17, Aaron launched more than ten tech startups - including one which he sold to a publicly traded company for $169 million before his 30th birthday.

He’d ‘made’ it! The money, the business, the awards… but after pushing himself to his limits, Aaron began to question if the panic attacks, debilitating anxiety, and chronic stress was a required sacrifice - or was there another way?

“The incredible entrepreneur, the hero of the world, is the person who just decides to start.”

Over the past five years, Aaron has been on a mission to save entrepreneurs from themselves so they can change the world. He’s passionate about studying how entrepreneurs manage stress and uses his insights to build his own techniques that deliver high performance without compromising mental and physical health.

And in this must-hear podcast, Aaron shares insights and strategies to help you experience calm while you make an impact.

Here’s a taste of what we discuss:

How to differentiate between fears that are irrational and fears that keep you safe.
What does calm feel like?
The three resources we should be managing.
The bigger reason why Aaron reduced his alcohol intake.
Why entrepreneurs need to fall in love with the process and not the outcome.
How to navigate the sine wave of life.
A list of Aaron’s daily rituals that help him create calm.
How to release the need for external validation.
The simple litmus test that warns you it’s time to slow down.

If you’re ready to do the thing you’re here to do without losing yourself in the process, this episode is for you. Don’t miss it!

“I think a lot of us have lost touch with what calm actually feels like.”

How to contact

aaronhoughton.com
https://www.facebook.com/aaronwhoughton
https://www.instagram.com/aaronwhoughton/
https://www.twitter.com/aaronwhoughton

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about the first thing anyone must do before they put themselves in a position to grow from their circumstances. When you are honest with yourself, you give yourself a chance to start fresh from a blank slate. And oftentimes, starting fresh is easier than patching up something that doesn’t work for you.

Hope you enjoy it :) If this episode resonated with you, I invite you to join the Find Your Lens Challenge - A Powerful LIVE group experience to help you identify your biggest fears, limiting beliefs, and disempowering stories and transform them into profound tools for personal and professional growth.⁣

It will happen Friday through Sunday. To take part for FREE, join the Stay Grounded Facebook Community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/staygrounded/

Connect with Raj:

Website | https://www.rajjana.com

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/raj_jana

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about the power of channeling your actions in a constructive way when you’re down. It’s impossible to always be in a joyful mood, and I hope this episode reminds you of the power you have to create your way through anything.

Hope you enjoy it :)

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I share a simple reminder to be mindful of where you pay your attention. You may not be able to control who you are around or what’s happening in the world, but by being conscious of where we place our focus, you give yourself the biggest gift of all. The ability to access the wonderful power of being a human being.

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“Compassion, connection, and community are the world’s most valuable commodities right now.”

This global pandemic is taking us on a rollercoaster of emotions. Just when we think we’ve found our groove and new normal, another layer slips away - leaving you dancing with a rush of new feelings. This extended time at home is contributing to the spectrum of emotions… tragedy to triumph and pain and joy. But amongst the chaos and turmoil is a chance to tune into yourself. To strip away what no longer serves. To surrender to the flow of what is.

And perhaps even remember what it means to be human.

In this beautiful episode, I riff about what it means to be human with my good friend Tim Palladino. It’s crazy that we need to learn how to be human beings, but thanks to a culture of doing and distractions, so many of us are stuck on the hamster wheel. Now we have a time to pause, reflect, and refresh our perspective - and fall in love with life at a whole new level.

“I think we are built to be able to get through anything.”

Tim Palladino is a social entrepreneur who combines his love of business with serving his community. Tim’s efforts were recognized in 2016 when he was presented with the 40 Under 40 Shaker Award by the Hudson Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Tim is also the creator of the “Entrepreneurial Hierarchy of Needs” assessment - a tool that allows business owners to take an objective snapshot of where they rank in the categories of mental and physical health, personal wealth, their relationships, recreation, and their business.

In this deep-dive down the rabbit hole, Tim and I explore:

Why this is a time of refresh, NOT reset.
How to navigate the grieving process that coronavirus has created.
What happens when you go through the ‘storm’ and how it empowers you to go forward.
Why we have to remember that we are part of nature.
Why the duration of this crisis is something to feel grateful for.
The power of expressing your emotions.
Why it’s dangerous to compare how you’re feeling to anyone else.
What is self-esteem?
Why your ego is your property - and how to use it.
And more.

This conversation gave me a lot of comfort in this super tough time. I hope you extract something similar.

“Our flow is directly linked to our self esteem, and our self esteem is our reputation with ourself.”

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TimPalladino.com
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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I cover the simple truth that everything in life is seasonal. It’s important to recognize that this too shall pass, so we can operate from a place of abundance instead of scarcity when we’re in the thick of it.

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I cover the reasons why it’s important to be aware of and celebrate your increasing ability to navigate through tough times. It doesn’t matter if you’re out of muddy waters yet or not, being able to recognize your progress will empower you to continue building yourself up in beautiful ways throughout this crisis.

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about the life changing magic of a morning ritual and the reasons why having something that kick starts your day in a positive direction is so important in times of crisis.

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I touch on a simple truth - human beings were built to handle crises. It’s part of our evolutionary advantage as a species. Tough times don’t last, but tough people do. Give yourself the gift of discovering how powerful you truly are.

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“My definition for hypnosis is ‘meditation with a goal’.”

Why do we find it so difficult to do the things we really want to do? Why do we struggle to build the business of our dreams, create the abundance we crave, or attract the perfect partner?

In this episode, you’ll discover that all your beliefs and habits originate in your subconscious. You can’t rewire these parts of you through logic alone, instead, you need to access the power of suggestion - and that’s only available to you when your brain is in a theta state.

It’s for this reason that hypnosis is such a powerful and transformative technique. Guide yourself into theta state and you can dial down fear, and do the deep, inner work that rewires what you believe about yourself. Then anything becomes possible.

And in this important episode, Grace Smith - a pioneer in the hypnotherapy field reveals how. Listen to this episode and not only will you discover the theoretical reasons why hypnotherapy works. You’ll also experience the benefits through a group hypnosis exercise. Don’t miss it!

“You are the one who is healing yourself - the hypnotherapist is just a guide. You are the power source here. You are the one who is transforming.”

After quitting her chain smoking habit with a single session, Grace Smith instinctively understood the immense power of hypnotherapy. Inspired to learn more about how the mind works, Grace committed to getting certified - then Alex changed her life…

Alex was left paralysed when his convoy was bombed during a UN peace mission in Syria. In Alex’s first hypnotherapy session with Grace, he was able to move his left hand. This was the turning point for Grace and ignited her mission to make hypnosis mainstream.

Today, Grace is an author, speaker, and pioneer in the hypnotherapy field. She works with Fortune 500 CEOs, A-list celebrities, Olympic athletes, and government officials. She’s also the Founder of the world’s #1 provider of hypnosis education, products and services and leads a world-class hypnotherapy certification program. Her work has been featured in everything from Marie Claire to Forbes and Entrepreneur.

Why is hypnotherapy such an effective tool inside crisis and chaos?
How do you get started with hypnosis?
The importance of believability when using hypnosis to transform your life.
The real reason hypnosis can be a solution to just about anything.
The importance of going back to the source in hypnotherapy.
Why trauma-causing events always happen earlier than you think.
Grace’s personal journey to hypnotherapy.
The story of Alex and how hypnosis helped him break through paralysis.
And more...

“All of your habits, all of your beliefs about yourself and the world around you, and every emotional response is in your subconscious. And that is why hypnotherapy can help with so much, because all it's doing is helping you access the subconscious.”

How to contact

Grace’s hypnotherapy app is currently free to support everyone through the pandemic: www.gshypnosis.com/app
Grace’s new book "Close Your Eyes, Lose Weight" launches on 4/21. For anyone who finds themselves struggling to stop "eating their emotions" during stay-at-home orders, join her live 90-day weight loss challenge beginning on May 1st: https://gracespace.co/90-day-challenge1585941989343
Private Hypnotherapy Sessions over the phone with a certified Grace Space Hypnotherapists from anywhere in the world: https://gshypnosis.com/private-hypnotherapy-sessions/
Pro Bono sessions for Essential Medical Workers working directly with COVID-19 Patients: Text "PROBONO" to (772) 932-5831 to be paired with a Grace Space hypnotherapist for a phone session ASAP
Work with Grace directly: www.gracesmithtv.com

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about a simple tool we all have to recalibrate ourselves when we feel like we’re in our heads. Remember - no matter what happens around you, your breath is always something you can control. And oftentimes, it’s the best place to start.

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about remembering how far you've grown in all of this. Your situation may not have changed all the way, but recognizing your own emotional temperament in this chaos gives you the gift of perspective. And perspective creates the perfect contrast for you to take one more step.

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about how changing your relationship with fear transforms fear into a powerful tool you can lean on in times of crisis.

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about the importance of paying attention to where you pay attention. With so much noise in the world, it is so easy to lose yourself in the whirlwind of negativity. But unless you begin to consciously shift your focus to things in your control, you won’t be in control - and a sense of control inside of chaos creates freedom.

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“The only thing stopping people from an outstanding relationship is the willingness to create it.”

For a lot of people, these are challenging times for their relationships. Thanks to social distancing, a shift to remote working, and shelter-in-place orders and advice, we’re around our loved ones a lot more than usual. Add in the stress and uncertainty of this global pandemic and we’re in line for some “crunchy” conversations on the home front!

But amongst all the chaos there are beautiful opportunities to create an ‘indestructible’ relationship. And in this episode, I’m interviewing the man who can help you create this experience for yourself.

So if you want your relationship to thrive in the long-term, you’re in for a treat! Jayson Gaddis is here to share a truckload of tips, strategies, and philosophies to ensure your love can thrive - even under pressure.

“I’m earning my relationship that’s great with my wife and kids every day. It’s not given to me.”

Jayson Gaddis is an author, podcaster, speaker, entrepreneur, and Founder of The Relationship School®. A world-leader in relationship education, Jayson leads the most comprehensive training in the world on intimate relationships and partnerships. His mission; to reach 1,000,000 teens and young adults with formal relationship education. Jayson is also the creator of Interpersonal Intelligence and trains people from around the world how to be effective relational leaders and coaches.

Married for 13 years with two beautiful kids, Jayson lives and breathes relationships and is in the business of earning his relationship stripes every day.

Here’s a taste of what Jayson and I discuss in this deep-dive conversation.

What creates conflict and unease in relationships when we’re forced into isolation.
Jayson’s list of strategies to connect with yourself.
How to navigate a relationship where you’re on different growth paths.
Techniques to keep your relationship thriving during difficult times.
Why do people take relationships for granted?
What does it mean to learn how to love?
Do we need a different set of values for relationships than for other areas of our life?
How do you know where to pinpoint your focus to improve your relationship?

“Authenticity is a lubricant for presence.”

How to contact

http://relationshipschool.com
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http://twitter.com/jaygaddis

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about how chaos isn’t something new to us. We never labeled it as such, but every part of our human experience has carried elements of chaos. By recognizing that truth, that we are no stranger to the whims of mother nature, you gift yourself the chance to breathe freedom again.

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about the gift we’ve been unexpectedly given to learn how to be human again. To learn how to love again. To learn how to find beauty in things we’ve always had - again. This is the Great Remembrance.

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about how creative perspective and space between you and the world around you does more than keep you grounded. In times of crisis, there has never been a more important anchor. I hope this episode inspires you to lean into the practice.

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

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“We are going through some chaotic times right now, but there is opportunity - as long as we're willing to recognise it and also capitalize on it.”

Globally this situation sucks. We’re experiencing massive changes across all areas of our lives. You can’t downplay or under-estimate the wave of destruction that’s currently making its way across the globe, but you can choose to dive into the fresh opportunities that are bubbling up.

Take working from home. With shelter-in-place recommendations popping up everywhere, people are being forced to work and live in alien ways. But with the right strategies and mindsets, you can choose to create more happiness and productivity out of this crazy situation.

And in this well-timed episode, Thanh Pham is here to reveal exactly how you can do that.

“A lot of things get done faster when you have the right relationships. If you know the right people then you can get access to resources, tools, and outcomes you’re looking for.”

Thanh Pham is the founder of Asian Efficiency - a remote company that helps people become more productive at work and in life. Thanh is a thought leader in the productivity space and has been featured in many publications including Fast Company, Inc.com, Forbes, and The Globe & Mail.

In this episode, Thanh shares his favorite productivity principles and strategies to inspire you to make the most of this challenging situation - and create a life you love.

Here’s a taste of all the goodness Thanh and I discuss:

The specific steps Thanh is taking to block out unnecessary online noise.
How to get into a space where it’s possible to make proactive decisions.
Why the right relationships accelerate your productivity.
How Thanh was forced to get over himself so he could ask for the help he needed.
The practices Thanh uses to create a grounded state in chaos.
Thanh’s five-minute activity for optimizing your life for happiness.
The three things to do NOW if your current situation doesn’t make you feel happy.
Just because you’re staying at home, doesn’t mean you have to be less social.
How do you transition to working from home productively?
Why dressing up makes remote working more productive.
Thanh’s four tips for productive home working.

“We’re going to look back in a few years from now and say “wow, these crazy times that we are currently in, were one of the best things that could have happened to us.”

How to contact

asianefficiency.com
Facebook.com/asianefficiency
https://instagram.com/therealthanh
https://twitter.com/thanhtpham

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about recognizing and becoming present to the contrast of life that has always existed. In comfort, it’s easy to forget the many colors on the spectrum of life. But crisis reveals all, and I’ve found a beautiful silver lining in coming to peace with that truth.

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about giving yourself the permission to arrive into your experience with this crisis when you feel ready to. By embracing the entire range of human emotions that accompany stress of this scale, we give ourselves the gift of being human.

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about being an observer of your thoughts, feelings, and reactions to the world around you instead of associating these things as your own. Awareness is the biggest gift you can give yourself in crisis and chaos, as it creates a beautiful slate to experience freedom and safety from.

Hope you enjoy it :)

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about the power of embracing a new normal within instead of an old normal without - and how that can lead to a more empowering present day experience.

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“Energy is 99% of our world, and yet we treat it as if it’s nonexistent.”

I’ve been waiting a long time to have this conversation with Sheevaun. Call it divine timing, but as you’ll hear, this episode couldn’t be landing at a better moment. The world is full of unprecedented ‘weirdness’ right now, and things won’t be exactly the same again for a while [maybe never]. We’ve been forced to make rapid, far-reaching adjustments, which are affecting all areas of our lives. Fortunately, we’re not on this journey alone and when you look beyond the fear, you’ll discover opportunities to optimize your life for who you want to be.

And Sheevaun is here to help you do just that...

Sheevaun Moran is a business advisor, master coach, quantum energy thought leader and the founder of Energetic Solutions. She uses business principles with energetic techniques to help more than 25,000 entrepreneurs, CEOs and leaders bring instant focus and shifts so they can create clarity, purpose and profits.

In this episode, Sheevaun will help you navigate this ‘weirdness’ so you can build the new routines and rituals that empower you to create something extraordinary out of this coronavirus pandemic.

“If you have a health challenge, you have a money challenge. If you have a money challenge, you have a health challenge.”

Whether you’re figuring out how to cope with being homebound, or you’re exploring how to reinvent your business during these times, this episode has something for you.

Tune in now and hear Sheevaun and me explore:

Why movies DID make this global pandemic up.
The energetic opportunity of staying at home.
The importance of moving through the grieving process during this global pandemic.
Why we should be talking about social conscientiousness, not social distancing.
The power of an 11-minute anger container.
Why this crisis is a perfect opportunity to deal with our own ‘stuff’.
The shocking connection between taking care of your body and fixing your finances.
Examples of how different people are navigating this pandemic.
Why NOW is a great time to dive into new routines and rituals.
How to reinvent your business.
How to cope with the threat that loved ones may get sick.
What to do if you feel guilty about feeling positive during this crisis.
And more…

This episode is powerful because it will give you something powerful to focus on amongst all the chaos. Check it out now and discover some powerful ideas for optimizing your life.

“If you don’t feel some sort of friction, there is no growth.”

How to contact

https://www.sheevaunmoran.com/
https://www.facebook.com/sheevaunmoran
https://www.instagram.com/sheevaunmoran/
https://twitter.com/sheevaun

YouTube resources:

https://youtu.be/OPxnazTw87c

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https://youtu.be/6s59BOdQkaY

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about a perspective shift I recently made that has been helping me approach each day of social isolation with more ease and grace.

Hope you enjoy it :)

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

Crisis of this nature causes shadows to come out that would previously never have to see the light of the day. But that also creates a chance to love the parts of ourselves that we never felt ready to love. In today’s episode, I talk about a little meditation I practice I use to love the parts of myself I have trouble accepting.

Hope you enjoy it :)

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I talk about the importance of giving yourself the permission to feel the emotions that may be coming up for you without judgment. There are no bad emotions, just ones you aren’t used to accepting yet.

Hope you enjoy it :)

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Welcome to Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I cover one of my biggest takeaways from Panache Desai’s episode (EP 122) that helped me redefine my own relationship with crisis to create more peace, freedom, and expansion in my life.

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“Crisis is something that we create for ourselves in order to return to authenticity.”

I believe this is the most important episode of Stay Grounded I’ve ever recorded. We’re living in unprecedented times and a new world is unfolding with each new day. Every single one of us are facing new choices and challenges as we adjust to the far-reaching impact of this global pandemic.

Now more than ever it’s important to stay grounded in the things we love and the moments that matter. It’s true that the things, which brought us certainty in the past have been turned upside down. But maybe this crisis offers us a chance to unlock a new sense of meaning. Maybe this crisis will empower us to turn our attention to our inner world so we can find lasting peace and finally realize that we are enough. This is Panache Desai’s empowering perspective on crisis. He believes crisis is something we create for ourselves so we can return to authenticity - and in this beautiful episode, Panache explores how we can walk the path to enoughness with grace, surrender, and divinity.

“Maturing at the spiritual level means realizing we are the source of every experience that we are having and we’re the source of every feeling.”

There’s no question for me that Panache is a source of divine light. I had the privilege of recording this episode in person and the way his energy made me feel was like nothing I’ve experienced before. I guarantee this episode will inspire a new way of thinking; leaving you empowered to approach today’s world with a sense of hope, faith, and peace.

Here’s a taste of what Panache and I discuss:

Why Panache’s daughter forced him to surrender to the uncertainty of life - and the beautiful healing journey that happened as a result.
The priceless gift of struggle and suffering.
What does peace and surrender feel like?
What is the essential self?
Does ego ever help us play at our highest level?
How can you get to the point where you feel enough?
What we have to learn about enoughness from squirrels.
What role does the mind play in helping us live our higher self?
Tools to make your mind the poster child of the heart.
The power of the breath.
The five commitments of enoughness.
What is presence?

“Enlightenment is your soul giving your ego a hug.”

How to contact

I’d highly recommend Panache’s book 'You Are Enough - Revealing the Soul to Discover Your Power, Potential, and Possibility'. In fact, I believe it’s essential reading. Get your book bonuses here.

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Welcome to the first official episode of Stay Grounded Daily, a Tuesday through Friday mini podcast episode to help you stay grounded in truth, love, and possibility during these times of crisis.

In today’s episode, I cover everything from the power of acceptance to embracing the strength that's always existed within you - so you feel empowered to thrive during these times of chaos.

Hope you enjoy it.

If you want to catch these mini-episodes live, visit www.rajjana.com/staygrounded and join the community.

You'll be glad you did! As a member of the FREE Stay Grounded Community, you'll unlock even more good stuff to support you. Starting on Friday, 27th March, I’m kicking off the “Stay Grounded in Crisis” Challenge.

During this 3-day LIVE and FREE challenge, I'll share the frameworks I'm relying on right now. These proven frameworks are designed to ground yourself in the power that’s always existed inside you - so you're fully equipped to thrive in crisis and chaos.

In addition to daily exercises, I’ll also share my personal collection of practical strategies, rituals, and tips to help you walk an extraordinary path during these tough times.

Now more than ever, it's time to choose extraordinary.

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“Care is just a conscious decision that we all have to make.”

Bryan Meehan is the CEO of Blue Bottle Coffee - a sustainable, environmentally conscious company that’s transforming coffee experiences across North America and Asia.

As well as achieving huge success as an entrepreneur, what impresses me about Bryan is his ability to devote so much time and attention to his wife and children. A true family man, Bryan is proof that you don’t have to sacrifice relationships for work. Instead, you can create extraordinary success in both.

I discovered one of the reasons Bryan has created harmonious balance in his life is his commitment to caring. The level of care he shows to everything from his colleagues to the environment is inspiring. But dive into his backstory, and you understand why. Raised in a very poor Irish family, both Bryan’s parents experienced tough childhoods. They wanted more for Bryan, and while they didn’t have money, they did have an endless ability to care. This legacy infuses through everything Bryan does, and his belief in the power of caring is crystal clear in this episode. He has a lot to teach us [and we have a lot to learn].

“You only have one life and I think those who choose to be all family or all work... it’s a shame because you can do both.”

Tune into this episode now and discover how caring has the power to change the world. From seemingly insignificant actions [such as bringing a refillable cup when you buy a coffee], to the bigger decisions [such as Bryan’s intentional decision work with Nestle], Bryan’s insights give me hope that caring really does have the ability to help solve a huge spectrum of global problems.

In this thought-provoking conversation, Bryan and I dive down a rabbit hole with a multitude of twists and turns. Tune in now to discover:

How Bryan defines care.
Why Bryan’s upbringing inspired him to care as much as he does.
The beautiful reason Bryan asks nature’s permission before he steps out.
Why a lack of caring is causing the planet to fight back.
How Bryan created a harmonious relationship between his family and work.
The reason self-care empowers Bryan to look after his employees.
Why individual acts of caring can be a catalyst that changes the world.
The inspiring truth about Bryan’s motivation to work with Nestle.
And more...

“The only way we can fix the problems of climate change is if we take action ourselves, in whatever way we can, today.”

How to contact

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bryanmeehan
Blue Bottle Twitter: http://twitter.com/bluebottleroast
Instagram: http://instagram.com/bluebottle
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluebottlecoffee
Blue Bottle Coffee: https://bluebottlecoffee.com/
Enneagram book Bryan mentions -

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“Curiosity sparks these amazing conversations that bring wisdom and willingness together. It’s the catalyst for something truly magical.”

After leaving school at 16, Steve Pirie set himself a target. He wanted to be a millionaire by the time he was 30. But after building a business, which he later sold, Steve didn’t feel the way he expected. He tried building another business, but because it didn’t have enough zeros, he didn’t feel successful. As a result, he spiralled out of control and hit rock bottom leaving him with a choice. Did he cross the line, or did he pick himself back up and reinvent himself.

The journey of entrepreneurship can be lonely - in fact, life can be lonely. Our world may be more connected than ever, but many of us still feel isolated and disconnected. This problem is compounded by social media. It’s hard to live up to other people’s social highlights.

Inspired by his desire to combat loneliness, Steve’s on a mission to bring people together through live experiences that change their world. From events for entrepreneurs to experiences that connect the young and old; combining willingness with wisdom, Steve is helping people feel less alone.

“When you build habits, habits turn into rituals, and rituals turn into who you are.”

Steve’s reinvention is the spark behind his passion for creating safe psychological spaces at his live events. At these events, Steve inspires people to wonder and wander - so they can unleash their inner genius and feel closer to other people.

We dive deep into the rabbithole during this beautiful conversation, exploring:

How does curiosity cure loneliness?
The power of holding safe psychological space and its impact on loneliness.
How you can create a lifestyle that makes curiosity your default mindset.
How habits and rituals create who you are.
What inspired Steve to get vulnerable and open up.
How to get off autopilot and take back control of your life.
The Four Fs you need to care about.
An alternative to bulldozing through your turbulent emotions.
And more...

“Some of the best weather is on the other side of the cyclone when it passes. So sitting and understanding that this will pass instead of fighting the turbulence can be hard.”

How to contact

www.wonderandwander.com
https://www.facebook.com/wonder7wander/
https://www.instagram.com/__wonderandwander__/

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“Self Trust is a deep knowing, or having an absolute certainty, that you can take care of yourself for your needs and your own safety, and that you truly have enough wisdom to guide yourself in your own life.”

Stephanie Kwong is a Mindset Mastery Coach, Hypnotherapist, and Podcast Host. She’s also the secret weapon that supports high achievers identify and remove mental and emotional roadblocks - so they can achieve their next level through hypnosis, breathwork, and other subconscious reprogramming techniques.

Stephanie is highly sought after for her healing and transformative work. She’s supported thousands of clients around the world to reprogram their subconscious. In turn, they’re able to stop feeling stuck and experience greater levels of happiness, inner peace, and fulfillment.

In this episode, Stephanie reveals what it takes to love and trust yourself so you can build more integrity. Tune in now for a catalyst that’s guaranteed to accelerate your journey back to yourself.

“You are the creator of everything in your reality, stop looking for the control panel outside of you.”

As well as Stephanie’s knowledge and insight, what really impresses me is the level of commitment she shows to her own journey of inner peace. Stephanie doesn’t just teach; she’s doing the work herself - continually diving deeper and surrendering more. The level of integrity Stephanie holds towards her own practice is inspiring to me - and I believe it will inspire you too.

Check out all the goodness we get through in this uplifting and inspiring conversation about how to feel good about your life.

What is self-trust and why do we struggle to cultivate it?
The reason we feel the need to be right and the damage this does.
What does it mean to surrender and how do you begin this practice?
How emotions teach [and how you can learn from them].
The eight different elements of self-love.
What happens when you explore alternative ways to create what you want.
Why a need to be right steals happiness and freedom.
And more!

“When you are willing to shift your paradigms and operate from a new operating system - it becomes a whole new world to play in.”

How to contact

https://stephaniekwong.com
https://www.instagram.com/iamstephaniekwong/
Rise Higher Podcast - https://www.stephaniekwong.com/podcast
Check out Stephanie’s self-hypnosis mastery online course BELIEVE - https://stephanie-s-school-661a.thinkific.com
And her 40-Day Self-Love Transformation online program - https://40dayselflove.com

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“When a belief is created, it literally becomes a pair of glasses over your eyes. As you move forward in life, all the different events that you experience get filtered through that lens.”

Erin Pheil wanted to feel differently. She was desperate to let go of the constant judgements and the feeling of not being good enough, but she couldn’t. Erin turned to countless courses and therapies, but despite changing her habits, thoughts, and actions, nothing seemed to stick.

Then finally, after a 3-year battle with pain and depression, Erin discovered the ‘magic’ formula and got out of her own way. Not only was this formula uncomplicated, but it generated long-lasting results quickly.

As the founder of the MindFix Group, Erin shares her process with entrepreneurs and high-achievers to help them get unstuck. Her secret? Unravelling and rewiring the beliefs that lead to self-sabotage and disappointing results. Her MindFix mind-transformation program has a 96.1% success rate, and Erin’s work has featured in countless books, magazines, and newspapers.

So if you’re ready to create a permanent shift in your life and be free of limiting beliefs that keep you in a box, tune in now. I promise, you’ll be raving about this incredible episode.

“Every time you have a belief, you are locked inside of a box and you are limited in terms of the actions you can take, what you can feel and the thoughts that you have.”

Our beliefs create certainty and prediction - and that makes us feel safe. But the beliefs directing your adult world weren’t chosen by you. Instead, they got cemented during childhood - and chances are they’re keeping you from your extraordinary life.

But don’t worry, because now you’ve got Erin! In this episode, Erin explains how changing your beliefs changes your life. Here’s an overview of the topics we discuss.

How are beliefs made?
The most powerful question an adult can ask themselves when interacting with a child.
Why basic self-care is essential as you navigate to a new set of beliefs.
What roles do feelings play in our beliefs?
Why reinterpreting past events can powerfully reshape your current beliefs.
Why we resist or reject evidence that conflicts with our core beliefs [even if new evidence would serve us better]
Why it’s safe to let go of beliefs - even the ones that have served you.
How to unpick unhelpful beliefs.
Why an internal locus of control makes it easier to experience change.
The best time to start using affirmations.
Brutal honesty and the three empowering questions to ask yourself each day.
The three ‘Blocker beliefs’ you need to get rid of first.
And more...

“When you take away a belief, all you have is a choice.”

How to contact

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“I’m the most powerful and the most confident when I know who I am.”

In this episode, I’m diving down the rabbit hole with Re Perez - author of Your Brand Should Be Gay [Even If You’re Not]. As a seasoned brand strategist, Re has consulted with everyone from Xerox to Nielsen Company, and GE money. He started his own branding company in 2011 and is now an international speaker, author, and CEO of Branding For The People. In fact, Re is the guy to go to if you want to build an iconic, powerhouse brand to optimize your impact.

As an advocate for authenticity in life and work, Re’s superpower is helping entrepreneurs create a brand that reduces the gap between how you want to be perceived and the reality you project to the world. What’s beautiful if the way Re’s backstory weaves into his work and how his own quest for acceptance, self-love, and the courage to be your authentic self is now inspiring others to seek the same.

In this beautiful episode, Re shares the real story behind his decision to show up authentically. So get ready for countless truth bombs designed help you be more you. Don’t miss it!

“If I think about great branding, it’s about grabbing people's attention. It’s about being polarizing at times. It’s about being able to let people know who you are and who you’re not.”

Re’s commitment to expressing his authentic self in all areas of his life is an inspiration to me, and I’m sure it will be for you too. So get ready to load up on insights and techniques that will help you embrace authenticity as a way of being in both your business and your life.

Here’s a taste of the topics we discuss

Why Re’s upbringing didn’t make him feel safe to be authentically who he is.
What is brand?
Why being OK with who you are NOT - creates the space you need to be who you want to BE.
Why people don’t seek to uncover the life they really want.
How the universe persuaded Re to start his own brand agency.
How perceived dragons stop us from being our authentic self.
Why you mustn’t use authenticity as a tool.
Why you don’t need to separate work and play into separate buckets.
How Re’s mum’s terminal diagnosis taught him how to stay on his north star when life gets tough.
How community keeps Re grounded.
The art and science of authentic branding.

“Branding on the level of human connection - allowing yourself to shine through every interaction in all aspects of your life. The tactics that go into building a brand that changes the world are the same tactics that go into creating a life you love. *”*

How to contact

https://brandingforthepeople.com/
https://www.facebook.com/reperezspeaks/
https://www.instagram.com/brandingforthepeople
https://twitter.com/bftpagency?lang=en

Pick up a copy of Re’s new book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Your-Brand-Should-Even-Youre/dp/1544503318/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=your+brand+should+be+gay&qid=1581608911&sr=8-1

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“I want to be a shining example that you can have your cake and eat it. You can escape the life you were born into. You can do something more if you want.”

In this special edition episode, the tables are turned! I’m the one in the hot seat with Justin Francisco from the Mindful Impact podcast interviewing me.

Justin went down the rabbit hole too asking a ton of incredible questions. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share some of my personal philosophies on everything from extraordinary living, to the power of self-awareness, to my own journey from cubicle job to CEO of a 7-figure company.

If you’ve ever wanted to know more about how I think about life, business, and spirituality, this is your chance.

“You are exactly where you need to be. Everything is here to teach you a lesson - so keep an open mind because the things you thought you wanted may not actually get you what you really want.”

Justin and I cover a lot of ground in this deep dive conversation. Here’s a taste of the topics we discuss:

What makes my heart sing?
The 5-minute story that got me to where I am today.
What happened when I infused a practice to reflection in my life.
Why you keep creating the same experiences over and over.
How to get yourself in a mindset of being the person you want to be.
Why I decided to take on the identity of an entrepreneur while I was still an employee.
The difference between your ego and your true self.
Why the things you resonate with give you clues to your best life.
Why borrowed traits can hold us back from our inner Hero.
Why I budget for personal development.
My relationship with money - and how it’s changed over time.
The four types of delegation and how to use this process to be more productive.
What would I tell my 18-year-old self?

This episode first aired on the Mindful Impact podcast on Monday, 2nd Dec 2019 and was recorded before Kobe Bryant’s tragic death.

LINK - https://lnns.co/CaQN0HA_u6S

“Your mess becomes your message.”

How to contact

Raj Jana on Instagram
Stay Grounded Community on Facebook
Discover more Mindful Impact episodes with Justin Francisco here.

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“A lot of the actions that we have to take to be successful aren’t ones that you feel like taking.”

Anthony Truck’s entire life has been about beating the odds and redefining what’s possible given the cards he was dealt with. Age just three, Anthony ended up in the foster care system. Given his background, he shouldn’t have achieved the things he did. It shouldn’t have been possible for him to become an NFL athlete or a successful entrepreneur. But Anthony wasn’t willing to settle. Instead, he figured out how to fight for himself and make success his second nature.

His path has been far from easy - especially in his post-NFL days when he lost a lot of the material success he achieved. But with the help of borrowed joy and the resilience to beat the odds, Anthony survived rock bottom to become an international speaker, author, and shift coach. He was even the first former NFL athlete to hit a buzzer on NBC’s American Ninja Warrior.

In this powerful episode, Anthony reveals how he fought for his identity and weathered life’s storms, to become the inspirational man he is today.

“Who you are is who you are when you aren’t thinking about who you are.”

In this episode, Anthony and I talk about:

Anthony’s “Roots & Fruits” analogy - and why you’re the tree, NOT the fruit the tree produces.
Why emotional control is essential if you want to weather life’s storms.
How to create safe containers so you can manage curveballs.
What to do and ask when you’re emotionally triggered.
The difference between a ‘go’ identity and a ‘slow’ identity.
Why identity is an anchor - and how you can architect yours to lay down strong roots.
The first time Anthony fought for himself.
How borrowed joy helped Anthony push off suicidal thoughts when he hit rock bottom.
How to use borrowed thoughts to help you grow.

If you’re ready to defeat the odds and create a 1% life for yourself, this is the episode for you. Check it out.

“At the end of the day, authenticity for a human is just saying, "I’m going to accept exactly who I am.”

How to contact

www.AnthonyTrucks.com
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“Flow states are getting to peak state and peak performance. Flow consciousness is taking that and stretching it out so you’re living in flow all of the time.”

Hard work where “no pain equals no gain” is a cultural meme inherited from our grandparents, parents, and the media. But what if you could create a more extraordinary life by embracing flow?

When you’re programmed to believe hustle and grind equals success, it’s tempting to doubt the ‘easier’ path. But when you align with your true self, you can work from a place of ease, grace, and pure inspiration.

Flow consciousness creates this reality - and Justin Faerman and Jackie Knechtel are global pioneers in the art and science of living this way. Together, they conducted first-hand research into the nature of flow consciousness. Turning their discoveries into the flow methodology and tools, Justin and Jackie help their clients rewire and reprogram their consciousness. Nowadays, Justin and Jackie run high-level training programs through the Flow Consciousness Institute. They teach entrepreneurs and visionaries how to embrace flow to create exponential growth and success from a place of effortlessness.

And in this episode, they share how you can explore this life for yourself.

“As you go deeper into your own healing and trust yourself more, that’s reflected externally in your reality.”

Justin and Jackie’s work has featured in Fast Company and Forbes magazine. Their practices are highly sought after by business and transformational leaders worldwide because they are so impactful. So get ready for some magic in this episode.

Here’s a taste of what we talk about:

What’s the difference between flow states and flow consciousness?
The conditioning that takes us out of flow consciousness.
How to navigate traumatic experiences without losing yourself in the pain and emotion.
Cultural memes and the big problem with the ‘no pain, no gain’ approach to business and life.
How does the concept of surrender play into flow?
Why flow consciousness can keep us safe by guiding us to better choices and decisions.
The “boss mode” level of intuition - and how to access it.
Tips to cultivate your intuition muscle - even if you don’t believe you possess this is a skill.
Why you should treat emotions like clouds in the sky.
Jackie’s experience of how grief transformed into elation.
Why you always have a choice - regardless of the circumstances you face.

“Whatever is happening, you have a choice. You can believe that it sucks or you can believe that it’s here for you and conspiring in your favor”

How to contact

https://www.flowconsciousnessinstitute.com/
https://www.facebook.com/flowconsciousnessinstitute/
https://www.instagram.com/justin_faerman/

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“The word "art," to me, is about owning my power as a creative channel in the world.”

It’s not unusual for spiritual entrepreneurs to experience a significant shift in their life. This was the case for this episode’s guest - Emerald GreenForest. As a real estate agent, Emerald was crushing it. She was the National Chair of her Trade Association and was running a hugely successful company.

But it was a facade. Under the surface, Emerald’s life was a mess - until a ski accident led her to a life-changing yoga class. Inspired to create peace, Emerald left her soul-sucking career to study crystal healing and shamanic medicine. She learned to activate her multidimensional senses [which we all have], and figured out a way to create a creative life of her choosing.

This incredible journey led Emerald to become a Wealthy Life Mentor and founder and Lead Visionary of Creative Age Consulting Group. She’s an internationally known speaker and transformation artist and the hostess of a top-rated podcast.

And in this episode, Emerald shares her experiences of spiritual transformation - so you can walk a similar path.

“I didn’t realize how miserable I was until I started to heal.”

In this episode, Emerald and I explore the ins and out of a spiritual transformation - and what to expect along the way. Here’s a flavor of what we discuss:

We throw the word around a lot, but what is healing?
When trying to discern between false and truth, how do you know what truth feels like?
How divine intervention led to a yoga class which became a peace activation.
How to cultivate the courage to feel how you really feel?
The power of a coffee ritual and what it can invite us to experience on a daily basis.
If intuition is the paintbrush inside of us, how do you harness and cultivate it?
The four multi-dimensional senses we all have and how to activate yours.
The spiritual tools that empower you to create your own life.
Why we can be joyful in our sadness.
How to turn every act into a prayer so you can avoid feeling resentful.

If you’re excited to navigate a big life change and you want to dive deeper into purposeful living, this episode is for you. So tune in now and get ready to be wowed by your new friend, Emerald GreenForest.

“As conscious creators, we have the capacity to make a new choice in every single moment.”

How to contact

Take your Wealth Readiness quiz at quiz.wealthylifementor.com
Check out the top-rated Men on Purpose Podcast
Wickedly Smart Women Podcast
Discover more about Emerald’s work at www.thewealthylifementor.com
http://www.facebook.com/emeraldpgreenforest
https://www.instagram.com/thewealthylifementor/
http://www.twitter.com/awyldfyre

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“No matter how far or fast you fall, if you’ve helped enough people, you’re always going to come out on top.”

Kris Dehnert used to be an opportunist. He was ‘good enough’ to crush a wide range of projects and this skill led him to found eight different businesses in a variety of verticals including fitness, real estate, eCommerce and consulting. Kris made a lot of money driven by the ‘lie’ that he was doing it for the family.

Until the day he nearly died...

The year was 2015 and his first daughter was just a few months old. The abdominal pain was so intense, Kris was forced to take refuge on the floor of a Starbucks restroom. But instead of visiting the hospital, Kris decided to return home, take some pills, and carry on. After all, he had meetings booked and deals to close.

When the pain didn’t subside after a few days, Kris did go to hospital - and the prognosis wasn’t good. He needed emergency surgery and was given a 30% chance of surviving.

Post surgery, Kris had time to reflect on his choices. This near life-ending experience forced Kris to reassess everything in his life. He learned to say no, he overhauled his priorities, and he figured out how to build a business and a life by design.

“Reality is negotiable.”

Fast-forward to January 2020, and Kris just had his second baby - but his life is unrecognisable. He’s still a hustler, but he only works on meaningful projects that he loves - such as Dugout Mugs, which is currently experiencing exponential growth.

Kris’s story is an inspiration. He’s proof that when you know your why, anything is possible. Check out some of the things Kris and I discuss in this powerful episode:

How does being a father make you a better entrepreneur?
How do you escape the trap of equating busy with valuable?
Why you must remove yourself from the things you’re not good at.
The power of saying NO.
The blessings that show up when you align yourself back on your path.
The full story of how Kris nearly died.
Why it’s OK to not finish the books you start.
The story behind the exponential growth of Dugout Mugs.
And more...

“Make the most important things, the most important things as often as you can.”

How to contact

Check out https://dugoutmugs.com/
Contact Kris Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/itsjustkris/

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“Presence gives us the capacity to experience what we’re experiencing, but with an internal container that can hold that experience in such a way that we aren’t completely overwhelmed or burdened by it.”

I’ve had a long-held goal to interview someone like today’s guest for the podcast. An individual who spent time living in isolation as a monk while living inside the realities of chaos in today’s fast-paced world.

So when I met my good friend Cory Muscara a year ago, it felt like divine timing! Cory is an international speaker and teacher on the topics of mindfulness and positive psychology - a journey that began with a desire to impress a girl.

This ‘hippy’ college girlfriend sparked Cory’s interest in meditation. After their relationship broke down, Cory’s pain called him to take meditation more seriously. In turn, he spent six months in silence living as a monk in Burma where he’d meditated for over 14 hours a day.

As a result of this experience, Cory is now in a beautiful position where he can bridge the gap between monk-like enlightenment - and those of us seeking truth amongst the triggers and challenges of everyday life.

A frequent guest on the Dr. Oz show and an instructor of positive psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, Cory’s on a mission to help people embody the principles of mindfulness in a practical and relatable way. His meditations have been heard more than 10 million times in over 50 countries, and he lives on Long Island where he offers workshops and retreats.

Cory is also the new author of Stop Missing Your Life. How To Be Deeply Present In An Unpresent World. In this book, Cory offers a roadmap that will help you reconnect with your life in a beautiful way.

“The more we take care of each moment as it is, the more we actually take care of the next moment and subsequently the future.”

Our conversation gets very meta, but it’s also highly practical. In this deep conversation, Cory explains how to create presence. A state when you experience the fullness of yourself - without shutting down, turning away, or numbing the sensations of the moment.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

What is presence - and how to deepen into it.
Why curiosity is the opposite of fear.
What Cory learned about life in a Bermese monastery.
How to build a better relationship with the voice inside you.
What is intuition?
The pebble method that guides you to know what to do at any moment.
Why being OK with not being yourself is the ultimate expression of self-love.
The problem with trying to transcend the ego before you’ve befriended it.
The “Good luck, bad luck - who knows...” parable for a better life.
And more…

I had so much fun with Cory and I know you’ll love this episode too. Check out this episode now and discover simple secrets for a more fulfilling life.

“The opposite of fear is actually curiosity.”

How to contact

Get Cory’s New Book here: https://stopmissingyourlife.com/
www.corymuscara.com
www.facebook.com/corymuscara
https://www.instagram.com/corymuscara
https://twitter.com/corymuscara
For free meditations, book and app recommendations, text your email address to +16314054631.

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“You have the power to choose in every single moment.”

Hey lovely listeners…

This is a slightly different episode than normal because it’s just me and no guest. But as I’m publishing this on the day before the 2010’s end, I wanted some quality time with you to reflect and share this decade’s biggest lessons.

It’s my hope that you’ll feel inspired to do the same in your life as a result of this week’s show.

And if you’re in the game for making 2020 the start of something extraordinary, make sure you listen to the end for a very special announcement. For the right people, it’s going to be life-changing.

“Intention does nothing but transform something meaningless into something meaningful.”

In this quick-fire episode you’ll discover:

The most significant things this decade has taught me about business, life, and everything in between.
How I know that EVERYTHING is happening for you [even the seemingly tough bits]
What becomes possible when you infuse a practice of reflection in your life
The reason autopilot is the death of us - and what we should do instead
My focus word for 2020.
How I’m honoring my word in my commitment to YOU
And more…

Check it out.

How to contact

Join the Hero Community at https://www.rajjana.com/sgmp/hero-program/
Learn more about Stay Grounded at www.rajjana.com.
Join the Stay Grounded Community on Facebook at

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“It’s the pursuit and the process of doing something — not the outcome — that actually matters.”

This episode turned out a little different than our usual format! I’ve spoken with Sachit Gupta countless times. So in this episode, I was keen to see what would happen if we dived down the rabbithole with zero expectations.

And the result was pure gold!

Sachit is the deep-thinking, creative genius behind Platforms Media - a company that helps amplify podcasters, authors, and other creatives by creating win-win partnerships with brands. Through this platform, Sachit has worked on marketing campaigns with top podcasters including Tim Ferriss of the Tim Ferriss Show, Andrew Warner of Mixergy, and Seth Godin, as well as social media influencers and international sports stars. In addition to his work with top creatives, Sachit is also the host of the Conscious Creators Show - where he helps his listeners make a life through their art without selling their souls.

Creativity runs through his blood and I was excited to learn more about his take on this crucial topic. But we didn’t stop there… As the deep-dive continued, Sachit and I explored a delicious mix of topics that stretched from fear, courage, curiosity, to how to live a fulfilling life.

If you’re curious to be a fly-on-the-wall as two creatives discuss creativity, life, and more, this is your chance! Check it out now.

“Creation is something where you can take anger, rage or negative feelings and turn it into something positive without harming other people.”

This is one of those episodes where our conversation will get you thinking and contemplating about your own creativity and life. So if you’re ready to be challenged and engage in deep thought with myself and today’s guest, dive in now.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

Why society is driven by creation.
How to define creativity and where inspirational sparks come from.
How to get clear on your best next steps and why the answers come when you take action.
Why helping someone else gets you out of a funk and creates space for creativity.
How to reach out to friends you haven’t contacted for a while - and why it’s important to do this.
Why we’re scared of being seen starting something small.
The danger of believing ‘borrowed’ stories.
And more...

Be sure to watch out for the listener challenges too and let us know how they impact your life.

“Just do it and know that if you fail, it doesn’t say anything about who you are.”

How to contact

Sachit’s podcast: http://go.creators.show/mobile
Sachit’s media company: http://platformsmedia.com/
https://www.facebook.com/sachitgupta
https://www.instagram.com/sachitgupta/
https://twitter.com/sachitgupta

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“I never make a wrong decision, I make the most informed decision of the moment.”

Carol Rydell is a spiritual seeker and the founder and director of New Earth Wealth Mystery School™. In this role, she serves as a mentor and catalyst for amazing souls and spiritual entrepreneurs who are deeply committed to their growth and transformation. In her ‘safe containers’, Carol guides people on a mystical journey where they connect with their inner shaman so they can come to love and trust themselves on a level they’ve never experienced before.

Carol is no stranger to navigating the ups and downs of life - something she describes as learning to live in fluidity. For example, she followed her soul’s calling to sell her accountancy firm at the height of her career so she could travel, learn about where abundance comes from, and discover parts of herself that she didn’t know existed.

In this episode, Carol explains how we can learn to navigate the waves of life by tapping into natural cycles. She reminds us that “as above, so below” and “as within, so without’. When you’re constantly hit by waves, and you never seem to be able to find the shore, life can feel tiring, but as Carole explains, this is all part of our journey to fluidity.

“As soon as I think I’ve got it - here we go into the next learning phase.”

Carol has a beautiful approach to living life to the full. Her philosophies on aligning with nature and allowing natural rhythms to guide us through life’s ups and downs are inspiring. So if you’re feeling battered and bruised and you’re curious to understand the bigger picture at play, this episode is for you.

Tune in now and discover:

What natural cycles can teach us about all areas of our lives
What called Carol to leave her career at its peak
The difference between mastery and fluidity - and why different people have different paths
How intention can plug the leaks in your life that prevent you from creating what you want
Why Carol’s late husband was right when he claimed, “I never make a wrong decision”
A foolproof way to distinguish your soul’s truth from your ego’s distractions
A simple method for discovering who you really are
And more...

“I always show up for myself as much as I would show up for another.”

How to contact

www.carolrydell.com
https://www.facebook.com/caroljrydell
https://www.instagram.com/carol.rydell/

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“Reflection allows you to catch things before it’s too late.”

December is one of my favorite months of the year. In the run-up to the holidays, I love taking time out to reflect on the previous 12 months - so I can jump into the New Year with both feet.

But this December is different…

Heck, it IS different! Not only are we saying goodbye to a year, but we’re getting ready to close up a decade. This is BIG news; adding more weight to the argument for rock-solid reflection.

Which is why I decided to record this solo episode…

I want to show you how you can best reflect - so you can create the 20/20 vision that will allow you to be your best in the months, years, and decade ahead. Check it out.

“Take a moment this time of the year to not just close out the last decade, but to think about who do I want to be in the next 10 years.”

In this episode you’ll discover:

Why it’s crucial to reflect and take an inventory of your life before this month ends.
The question that’s guaranteed to give your life a wake-up call!
A reminder of where you can find the seven questions I recommend for reflection.
Next steps… what to do with your reflection complete.
Everything you need to know about the upcoming 20/20 Vision Challenge [it’s FREE].
And more...

“Together, we can create visions that excite us to be more.”

2020 has the potential to become a decade you’ll remember - because it became the decade you choose to be better and change your life.

Whether that’s creating better relationships, a better business, a better bank balance, or a better mix of life experiences, all that ‘better’ starts with your reflection practice.

So don't miss this episode. It’s here to bump-start your new decade and ensure you know how to create a vision that will make the 2020s extraordinary for you.

How to contact

Join the Stay Grounded Community on Facebook to take part in the 20/20 Vision Challenge - it’s free: https://www.facebook.com/groups/staygrounded/
Discover the 7 Reflection Questions in EP 56.
Learn more about Stay Grounded at www.rajjana.com.

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“Fear is a gift. It is a gift that either keeps us safe or it’s a gift that gives us the power to make change in our life.”

As a Navy Seal Officer who served in the Middle East between 1998 - 2008, Larry is used to showing up in situations where you’re genuinely walking the line between life and death. But it was this unique military experience in high-pressure, high-stress environments that taught Larry how to lead successful teams.

Despite what you think it’s not individual survival or glory that motivates people to excel. Instead, it’s your ability to coordinate action with others and figure out how to be stronger together.

Today, Larry Yatch shares these insights with business leaders in his role as a leadership and behavior change expert for high performing teams. As the founder of Plan-Sight, Larry shares his proprietary leadership and planning systems to help teams unite behind purpose and get on the same page. It’s a role that’s seen him work with everyone from Merrill Lynch to Wells Fargo to UBS.

In this powerful episode, you’ll get to learn from Larry’s experience - taking away a truckload of tips that will help you thrive under pressure and nurture high-performing teams of your own. Check it out.

“My ability to survive depends on my ability to coordinate action with others — to be on a team. The stronger my position on the team, the more success and safety I have in my life.”

In this episode, you’ll discover:

The reason team success trumps individual success.
The power of purpose for high-performing teams
Why we’re essentially cavemen and what this means for how we can best operate in the world
Why success requires you to separate your self-worth from your value - and how to do it
Why learning is transformational
Larry’s £0.25, $1, and $100 analogy for building self-regulation
And more...

“Courage is not the absence of fear. Courage is taking action despite fear. Therefore, without fear you can’t have courage.”

Some people crumble under stress, while others thrive. Thanks to Larry’s unique background, he’s mastered what it takes to show up as your best under the most high-pressured environments imaginable. There are a ton of business and life takeaways waiting for you to pull from this episode. I can’t wait for you to unlock them all.

How to contact

Watch larry’s 4-day training series about how to build an unstoppable team https://plan-sight.com/4-day-training
https://www.facebook.com/theunanchoredlife/
https://www.instagram.com/theunanchoredlife/

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“When you hear this thing, "These days, it’s difficult to be a man," don’t buy the bullshit. I think there has never been a better time to be a man than today.”

Are you in touch with your feelings? Or do you deliberately ignore or push down your emotions because they’re too difficult to feel?

Dominick Quartuccio used to be the alpha male - a ladies man, and a high-performer. He clocked up a 15-year career in financial services and earned a corner office in Times Square. In the traditional sense, Dom was a huge ‘success’. But despite all his achievements, inside he felt restless and numb.

Dom realized that he’d shrunk his emotional world so severely; he didn’t know how to feel. As a result, he lost access to the infinite wisdom within. He couldn’t access his intuition and this meant his inner greatness remained locked away. Something had to change...

Dom committed to feeling his emotions. He discovered that instead of being ‘evil’, his emotions provided invaluable data. They gave fire and color to his life. This experience caused Dom to walk away from his financial career and create a life more aligned with his purpose. Nowadays, Dom is an international speaker, executive coach, and outspoken leader for high-caliber men doing the inner work.

As the co-host of The Great Man podcast, Dom empowers men to confront the life-changing topics most never speak about, but inwardly struggle with. Dom is also the author of Design Your Future and the facilitator of men’s retreats where he helps men design their next decade.

“If the only catalyst for change in your life is waiting for some outside force to beat down upon you, then how in control of your life are you really?”

In this episode, Dom and I explore:

Why it’s a great time to be a man
How Dom ended up in Sex Addicts Anonymous
How you can lean into the courage to feel
Why you’re probably drifting through life - and what to do about it
The difference between masculine and feminine energies - and why you need a balance of both
The first step to discovering your purpose
The two competing men inside you
And more…

I believe we’re all being called to go deeper and explore the parts of our inner being that will lead to a happier, more fulfilled life. Dom is a master at making these challenging topics feel comfortable - giving you the confidence and the courage to take those first steps. There’s a Great Man within you… Dom is the man to help draw him out.

“The antidote to drifting is intentionality.”

How to contact

www.DoInnerWork.com
https://www.facebook.com/dquartuccio
https://www.instagram.com/dominickq/
The Great Man podcast - https://www.doinnerwork.com/podcast
Episodes mentioned:
The #1 Enemy to Living a Powerful Life
Design the Next Decade of Your Life Part !
Design the Next Decade of Your Life Part II
11 Ideas to Design Your Morning Routine
Learn more about Dom’s masterminds at www.thegreatmanmastermind.com
Get your free download - 5 Practices to Make You a Mentally Tougher Man

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“There has been very little innovation in certain categories for a long time. If there is little innovation then there is huge opportunity to disrupt, to make better, to innovate, to level up.”

How many times have you held your tongue, accepted the status quo, and fallen into line?

It’s not your fault. Society wants us to conform. Society wants us to keep doing things the way they’ve always been done. But some people can’t live this way. Some people aren’t prepared to sit down, shut up, and do the things expected of them.

These people are the disruptors - and their creativity, curiosity, and persistence to ask WHY holds the potential to overhaul industries. And in doing so, they not only elevate the human experience, but they can help save the planet too.

Miki Agrawal is one such disruptor.

Miki is a serial social entrepreneur who was named “Fast Company’s Most Creative People” in 2018, “Young Global Leader” by the World Economic Forum, and INC’s “Most Impressive Women Entrepreneurs.” In addition to building her companies THINX, TUSHY, and Wild to a collective valuation of over $150 Million, she’s also the #1 best-selling author of Do Cool Shit and Disrupt-Her.

And in this high-energy episode, Miki shares what she knows about being yourself and disrupting the world. You’re going to LOVE it.

“I think inventing products that support nature is going to save the planet and save our children.”

Miki’s passion and conviction are infectious. So if you’re ready to be more disruptive and show up unapologetically, this beautiful episode is for you. Listen in now and discover:

Three questions to disruption
The scary reason we stick with the status quo
How disruptive businesses can support nature and help save the planet
The reason an accountability buddy enables you to be unapologetic
A simple values exercise to bring you closer to your truth
Why integrity and alignment will set you free [and what this feels like]
And more…

This episode is a shortcut to the real you - so dive in and get ready to be inspired by Miki’s energy and enthusiasm for being your best. This is the time to be disruptive :)

“I think people don’t give themselves permission to be themselves.”

How to contact

Learn more about Miki at https://www.mikiagrawal.com/
Get updates from Miki on https://www.instagram.com/mikiagrawal/
Subscribe to 52 Weeks of Disruption in Your Life at https://www.mikiagrawal.com/subscribe
Discover how Tushy is disrupting toilets at HelloTushy.com

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“Money isn’t good or bad. It’s our relationship with money that is good or bad.”

We say that money can’t buy happiness, but at the same time we believe money holds the solution to all kinds of problems and situations. It’s why we chase money, use finances as a measure of success, and tell ourselves life will be better when our bank balance increases.

But is this the route to happiness, abundance, and freedom?

Fact is, there are plenty of miserable millionaires! Money in itself will not make you happy. More important than your net worth is the quality of your relationship with your finances. In this episode, entrepreneur, and the leading expert on intentional living and financial happiness - Finnian Kelly - explains how you can raise your money consciousness to live a more authentic life.

This episode is essential listening if you’re ready to discover how to better use your money and feel happy now.

“Our happiness depends on whether we are living a life aligned with our purpose and values. So we should be allocating our monetary assets to what we value as well.”

Finnian Kelly is on a mission to challenge traditional views around money and the role it plays in our lives. Through his global retreats and award-winning Wealth Enhancers community, Finnian has guided hundreds of thousands of millennials [and others] into an intentional relationship money - helping them feel happier, freer, and more abundant. Finnian is also a sought out facilitator and leadership coach who regularly speaks at events for the entrepreneurial community. He’s the President of the Colorado Chapter of Entrepreneurs Organization [the largest and most influential community of entrepreneurs in the world] and as a money expert, he’s shared his knowledge on TV and countless publications including Money Management, Smart Company, and Business Insider.

As you can imagine, I was super excited to dive down the rabbit hole! Here’s just a taster of what we explore in this episode:

The scary reason money pulls you out of the now
What defines a ‘good’ relationship with money
Why alignment is the key to financial happiness - and how to achieve this for yourself
What happens when you create wealth through balanced feminine and masculine energy
Why you’re not able to manifest the things you want for your life
What’s possible when you take three conscious breaths [exercise included]
Where creativity really comes from [hint: it’s not where you think]
Why Finnian is passionate about empowering millennial women - and how he’s doing it
And more…

Finnian believes money is more about values than it is about value. Financial freedom is a mental construct, and true success is far more multifaceted than the figures on a balance sheet. If you’re ready to use money to feel happy, abundant, and free, I promise - this is one episode you do not want to miss.

“My purpose is to be intentional and to live in the now so that I and others become more awakened.”

How to contact Finn.

Discover how Wealth Enhancers guides millennials into an intentional relationship with money at www.wealthenhancers.com
‘Like’ Finnian on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/finnkelly

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“When we’re in struggle, that’s when our shadow and demons show up and dance.”

What happens when you experience a huge failure in business?

For many entrepreneurs, failure brings dark times. We’re so used to wrapping our identity around what we do that when things don’t work out, our self-worth plummets. This episode’s guest found herself in this exact situation - putting herself in $5 million of personal debt. In fact, her situation was so challenging, she found herself in a place where she felt she was worth more dead than she was alive.

This is the dark side of entrepreneurship - a side that’s not often spoken about in public, but it’s a time when business owners need the most support. So after coming out of the other side of failure, Kelly wrote Lost in Startuplandia: Wayfinding for the Weary Entrepreneur - a book written to share her own experiences and insights about the start-up journey.

So if you’re struggling with failure and you need a boost to help you navigate this all-too-common phase of entrepreneurship, this episode is for you. Tune in now to discover the possibilities that arise when you embrace what failure has to teach you - and how you can survive and thrive, even when you feel knocked down.

“Failure itself is not the problem, it’s our relationship with failure. It’s how we hold it, it’s how we define it, or how we let it define us.”

When it comes to business success and failure, Kelly has experienced both sides of the spectrum.

Kelly is a serial tech entrepreneur, artist, angel investor, and mother of two. She’s the co-founder of Custom Reality Services, a virtual reality (VR) production company whose first two projects, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. She’s also the recipient of the Silvertip PwC Entrepreneurship Award and Speech Technology’s Luminary Award.

Check out this episode and discover:

The predictable traps for failure - and how to navigate them
The reason YOU get to define what failure means
Why we’re all liars and how honesty can set you free
How a brain injury transformed Kelly’s mindset for life [and inspired her to write her book]
What to watch for when sharing your truth with others
The dangers of basing your self-worth on your work
And more…

Kelly experienced spectacular failure, but survived to tell the tale! In fact, she’s emerged stronger and more courageous as a result of her experiences. Kelly’s story is a reminder that failure in business doesn’t mean the end of the road. Instead, it can be the catalyst for a rebirth and a life lived in more alignment with who you are.

Don’t miss this one.

“We can succeed in the cultural definition of success with money and fail as a human being. That is a horrible failure.”

How to contact

Get a copy of Kelly’s book at Lost in Startuplandia: Wayfinding for the Weary Entrepreneur at www.lostinstartuplandia.com
Follow Kelly’s story on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/schnellerkeller/
Tweet Kelly at https://twitter.com/SchnellerKeller

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“When you’ve found your purpose, the high of living with purpose is unmatched.”

This episode’s guest is Olga Rickards - a bestselling author, regular guest speaker on positive psychology at the University of British Columbia, and a sought-after life coach to high achievers. She’s worked with multi-millionaire entrepreneurs and executives running multi-billion dollar companies and she’s she’s co-authored books with Richard Branson and Brian Tracy.

Originally from communist Russia [statistically one of the unhappiest places on earth], Olga was often told she’d never amount to much. She was also born with a heart condition that placed limits over what she was able to do. But after emigrating to Canada in search of a better life, things began to turn around.

After a lot of soul searching, Olga discovered the universal truth that when you find your purpose and use your unique gifts to help others, the high is unmatched. And as a highly acclaimed life coach, she now lives this high everyday.

Olga uses her unconventional 3-step system to help high-achievers create more happiness and success and build a life they’re excited to jump into everyday. She does this by guiding people to connect with their subconscious mind to remove inner blocks, then rewire their brains for more confidence and inner peace - even while you sleep! And in this episode, she shows you how you can achieve similar results.

“Our soul is designed to feel great when we do good.”

If you’ve ever thought there must be more to life, you’re right. Good news! Your subconscious mind has the answers. The reality is, a lot of your life is driven on autopilot by beliefs you made as a child. These beliefs may no longer represent your reality, but until you explore and heal them, you’ll reman blocked and limited.

In this episode, Olga walks you through her 3-Step system for connecting with your true self - so you can release negative energies stored in your body and discover your purpose.

Tune into this episode now to discover:

How to feel happier and lighter
Why your 12-year-old self remains highly significant to your day-to-day life
The lowest and highest frequency emotions you can experience
The exact amount of time needed to rewire your brain
The brain ‘machine’ analogy and how it can empower you to improve your life
What happens in your body if you don’t process ‘negative’ emotions
And more…

If you’re ready to remove inner blocks, rewire your brain, and set yourself up for more happiness and success, Olga’s episode is for you.

“We tend to suppress our emotions, yet what we don’t understand is that emotions are not really bad. They’re just messengers.”

How to contact

Check out Olga’s work at www.OlgaRickards.com
‘Like’ Olga on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/olgarickards
Follow Olga’s story on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/olgarickards/
Download free resources - https://olgarickards.com/free-resources/

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“There is some intelligence inside of us that has direction and leads us. Every time I make a decision that’s in alignment with that big purpose, I get goosebumps.”

The internet, digital media, and ecommerce has made it easier than ever to build successful businesses. The last few decades have seen countless companies come and go, but only a small percentage of brands have what it takes to stick around long-term. It begs the question; what does it take to create a sustainable business with a legacy that can outlive its founder?

One of the most qualified people to answer this question is Brian Smith - the founder of the world-famous UGG Brand. Starting in the late 1970s with 500 imported boots and $500 in capital, Brian spent 17 years building the UGG brand in a multi-million dollar enterprise. After selling in 1995, the brand has continued to grow and over the past six years, annual sales have exceeded billions of dollars. Despite global dominance, life with UGG wasn’t all rosy. Sales took years to take off in a meaningful way, and Brian faced enormous challenges - including a period when he lost his company. But despite all the pitfalls, Brian came out on top - and in this extra special 100th episode, he shares his reasons why.

If you’re an entrepreneur looking to build a successful, sustainable brand, don’t miss it!

“Just figure out what you can do better than anybody else and do it. Then you cannot help but be successful.”

Nowadays, Brian is a sought after keynote speaker and mentor. After mastering business and building a much-loved brand that’s spanned decades, Brian helps entrepreneurs recognize and pursue their passions so they can create a fulfilling and successful life,

In this episode you’ll discover:

How UGG was born in the surf shops of California
The surfer feedback that catapulted UGG’s sales - and will likely increase yours too
How Brian nearly lost UGGs
Why ignorance is essential for entrepreneurial success
What a brand really is [hint! It’s not what you think]
How Brian’s human life cycle business analogy will empower you to ride the ups and downs
What happens when you lean into your goosebumps
Brian’s biggest regret [you’ll want to hear this]
And more...

There are not many people who’ve successfully built an iconic brand - but Brian Smith is one of those unique individuals. In this special 100th episode of the Stay Grounded Podcast, you’ll discover the true story of how Brian Smith’s sheepskin boots transformed the American surf industry - and gave birth to a billion-dollar brand that’s still growing - nearly 40 years on.

“If you have something that doesn’t work, that’s never a failure. That’s a learning experience. It’ll zig you off into another direction and you might be three or four zig zags before you hit the one that works.”

How to contact

Check out Brian’s work at www.uggfounder.com.
Grab a copy of Brian’s book - The Birth of a Brand - Launching Your Entrepreneurial Passion and Soul

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“Well-being is an ongoing thing. It’s a way of life. It isn’t a trend.”

The paradigm is outdated. You don’t need to be successful before you can focus on your well-being. According to this episode’s guest - Megan McNealy - you can DO and BE well at the same time. More than that, if you make well-being a focal point for your life, you can actually LEVERAGE it to create even more success.

Nowadays, Megan is an impact-driven entrepreneur and founder of Well-Being Drives Success - a multi-faceted platform that serves people striving for exceptional wellness and extraordinary success.

But she didn’t always prioritize well-being. As an award winning, 20+ year First Vice President and Wealth Management Advisor at one of the largest financial firms in the world, Megan chased the traditional model of success. As a high achiever, she worked the hours and invested in the hustle. But in 2010, her life crescendoed into the ‘perfect storm’. Megan’s health had begun to deteriorate when she was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. This condition froze her hands until she was unable to hold a pen and caused pain while walking. Then she contracted chronic kidney disease followed by kidney cancer.

Megan felt like she was trying to catch a falling knife. She was broken down on the side of the road with no clear way out.

It was then that she turned her focus to well-being - but not the traditional model of sleep, diet, and exercise. Instead, she created a holistic lifestyle that was based on 18 different practices - all focusing a different area of wellness. Megan’s “wealth-being” wheel helped her focus on her mind, body, and spirit - and it was so effective, it literally saved her life.

After discovering that plenty of other high-ranking executives are suffering behind the scenes, Megan felt called to share what she’d discovered. It’s how her new book - Reinvent the Wheel: How Top Leaders Leverage Well-Being for Success was born.

“I promised when I was sick that if I ever lived that I would devote the rest of my life to helping other people. That’s how I stay grounded.”

It’s not unusual for workaholics people to believe a focus on well-being will derail their life. We kid ourselves that we don’t have enough time to meditate, journal, or take up soul-lifting activities.

But what if the opposite was true?

Between 2010-2018, Megan quadrupled her income. This timescale correlates directly with Megan’s wellness-first philosophy. The reality is, wellness can be leveraged for elevated levels of success, and in this episode, Megan reveals why.

Check it out now and discover:

Megan’s holistic definition of well-being
Why there’s a new age of wellness-first executives rising
Why gratitude is the ultimate cheat-code
The best place to start your well-being practice
Why wellness needs a mind, body, and spirit component
How to leverage well-being in your life
And more…

If you keep putting well-being on the backburner because your work takes priority, you’ll take a lot from this episode. So check it out now and discover how you can leverage wellness to achieve the things you want.

“I love journaling because it feels like when my hand moves across a page, the truth of what I really feel seems to come out.”

How to contact

Check out Megan’s work at www.meganmcnealy.com
Her book, Reinvent the Wheel: How Top Executives Leverage Well-Being for Success is available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indiebound, and Porchlight.
https://www.facebook.com/vibrantmegan/
https://www.instagram.com/meganmcnealy/

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“I always had this thing where I wanted to be helpful for every single person. I don’t want to have to look at someone and say there isn’t anything I can do.”

Bob Gilpatrick and his business partner Larry began working on projects together when Larry was 65. At the time, Larry was in very poor health. He was suffering from a range of illnesses and disorders common with older folk. He was on 11 medications, he’d had two surgeries and was scheduled for two more, and he was riddled with pain and discomfort.

It’s what happens when you’re ‘old’ - or is it?

Using his 20 years’ experience in holistic nutrition, Bob developed a comprehensive nutrition plan for Larry. After just TWO months, Larry had lost pounds of excess weight, he was full of energy, and he even looked significantly younger. What’s more, Larry was able to quit all his meds, avoid two surgeries, and cut 36 years off his age [according to his life insurance provider]!

The results were so astounding, that Bob and Larry founded Boomers Forever Young - to ensure age is no longer an excuse to live a compromised life.

“I was known as the guy who was always bringing crazy types of alternative medicine to the formal western medicine centers.”

At 63-years-young, Bob Gilpatrick is an exceptionally skilled and gifted healer. He’s dedicated his life to mastering multiple different techniques, disciplines, and skills to ensure he can help anyone who asks for it. Bob will transform your perception of what healing is possible. In the most unimaginable situations, Bob is able to inspire recovery, healing, and deep inner peace.

Check out this week’s episode to hear about:

Bob’s 9/11 ‘Torchstory’ and his seven-year cough
Why getting hit by a van at 60mph ignited Bob’s interest in nutrition
How Bob helped ‘heal’ the PTSD-suffering Vietnam veteran who accidentally killed his own son
What opens up when you find peace with your childhood traumas
Why Bob’s morning routine starts in the evening with revision scissors’
The fact that most people spend just 5% of their day in a state where everything feels ‘ok’
And more...

Bob is proof that the human body is capable of much more than we give it credit for. So if you’re not ready to slow down yet and you want to enjoy optimal health throughout your life, tune into this episode now. It’s an interview guaranteed to reset your expectations of aging.

“You’re creating your own unique note that’s playing in the orchestra of the universe.”

How to contact

https://www.supernutracomplete.com
https://www.facebook.com/SuperNutraComplete
https://www.instagram.com/super_nutra_complete
https://twitter.com/NutraSuper

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“These conversations that we’re scared of shift reality. They create a new reality.”

As a kid, David Wood didn’t have the courage to speak up to the bullies or to ask out the girls he liked. He didn’t have the skills necessary to have those tough conversations - so he didn’t, and he lost out as a result.

But all that changed back in 1996 when David attended Landmark Forum. At this event, David grabbed the opportunity to ‘clear up his past’. He made a list of people he needed to speak with [including his childhood bully] and called them. This experience showed David that tough conversations can be transformative. In the process of sharing his truth, David improved relationships, rewrote memories, and transformed his view of the world.

So if you have always feared having uncomfortable but necessary conversations with others, you’re in safe hands!

David is a highly sought after coach, who works with high-performing entrepreneurs, executives, teams, and prison inmates to help them create amazing results and deep connection. He’s the author of "Get Paid For Who You Are" [Jack Canfield wrote the foreword]. He was also nominated for the Transformational Leadership Council alongside thought leaders such as Don Miguel Ruiz, John Gray, and Marianne Williamson.

David became #1 on Google for ‘life coaching’, to-date, he’s served an audience of 150,000 coaches, and he’s racked up thousands of hours of coaching across 12 countries.

So whether you want to talk with your over-demanding boss or say “I love you” for the first time, David’s advice will make it easier. Tune in now.

“Naming the fear can make it less scary.”

When you speak up artfully during tough conversations, you can open doors and create new possibilities. It’s why David is passionate about empowering people to lean into the discomfort and speak out anyway.

Here’s a taste of what we discuss in this episode:

Why David waited until his 20s to tell his mom he loved her - and why it was a terrifying moment
How the tough gets smoother the more conversations you have
The 4-step blueprint for having difficult conversations without causing a trainwreck
3 tests that help you figure out if you need to have a particular conversation
The discussion that could have got David prosecuted
And more…

It can feel easier to hold your tongue and not say anything. When you fear rejection or embarrassment, saying nothing feels less painful - in the short-term anyway.

Don’t let the fear of confrontation hold you back. Instead, listen to David’s episode and get yourself the tools you need to speak out with ease.

“I don’t want to feel bad about the fact that I didn’t go for something. So I am willing to lean into my discomfort and to feel terrified to do something because I feel like on the other side I’m going to feel better about myself.”

How to contact

Email David - podcast@playforreal.life
Check out David’s work at https://playforreal.life/
‘Like’ David on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/solutionbox
Follow the story on Instagram - IG: _playforreal
Tweet David at - _playforreal

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“Success is not something you pursue. Success is something you attract into your life because of the person you become.”

As a kid, Darren Jacklin was told he’d never amount to much. As a child, he found friendships tough, he struggled with reading and writing, was diagnosed with ADHD, and was eventually enrolled into a special education class.

But looking back, these early experiences created a resilience and determination that empowered him to succeed. He was going to prove everyone wrong. Today, Darren is a world-class speaker, a corporate trainer, and a philanthroInvestor, but it was a tough journey to get here. After high-school, he tried to kill himself on multiple occasions. He had to learn to walk again after a car accident, and he even became homeless in his early 20s - eating meals out of dumpsters. But after meeting the right mentor, Darren’s life changed for good.

Over the last 23 years, Darren has had a global impact. He’s travelled across four continents and trained over 1 million people in 48 countries. He has an uncanny ability to help entrepreneurs and business owners increase their wealth and success by uncovering hidden assets and opportunities. It’s one of the reasons Darren sits on numerous advisory boards for multinational corporations and organizations.

But as well as huge business success, Darren is also a passionate go-giver. His life is driven by service and as a philanthro-Investor, he’s helping to create schools in Kampala, East Africa.

“People always say to me: "Darren, you're so lucky". I say: "NO! Luck is preparation meeting opportunity". I'm being a go-giver rather than being a go-getter.”

Darren is a high-energy human with an infectious zest for life because “he’s not guaranteed to go to bed tomorrow night”. It’s impossible to not be pulled along by Darren’s urgency and passion. So if you want to know how to be super successful, he’s the man to show you. With a story of extreme highs and terrifying lows, Darren Jacklin’s life is a reminder of what’s possible for yours.

Tune into this powerful episode and discover:

Why you can’t create success by yourself
What your personal voids life tell you about yourself
How to be ‘mentor-able’ - so you can get the support and accountability you need
A strategy to get clear on what you want out of life
Why success is locked up in relationship equity and how to build this for yourself
Darren’s $1900 cup of coffee
The ‘obvious’ reason a fear of strangers will undermine your success potential
And more…

You can create success when you adopt certain mindsets, non-negotiables, habits, and behaviors. In this episode, Darren shares a whole heap of things you can do today, to start moving the needle on your life. This is an episode that will energize, inspire, and motivate you to get yourself moving.

If success is important to you, you DO NOT want to miss this one.

“Thoughts create our feelings, our feelings create our actions and our actions create results in life.”

How to contact Darren

Check out the huge range of work Darren’s involved in at https://darrenjacklin.com
Follow Darren on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/darrenleejacklin
Tweet with Darren at https://twitter.com/MegaManifestor

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“Making a contribution is not just something you do when you’ve got everything else in place. It’s something you can do to cause everything else to fall into place.”

Arjuna Ardagh is a man committed to radical brilliance. In a career that’s spanned decades, he’s written nine books [including a #1 bestseller], he’s spoken to audiences all over the world, and he’s trained thousands of people to become Awakening Coaches. He’s also appeared on TV and radio, and his message is so important, he’s been invited to speak at Google and the United Nations.

His mission is simple yet powerful. He’s a wizard at helping ‘brilliant’ people discover how they can make their greatest contribution to humanity - so they can move the game forward in an evolutionary way.

I’m a super fan of this episode’s guest! Arjuna is a deep-thinking, heart-centered genius. His perspectives, understanding, and approach to impact are so profound, one conversation with him opens doors you cannot shut. Which is exactly what this episode will do for you.

So buckle in! I can’t wait for you to discover how contribution can become evolutionary, what you can do personally, and why impact-driven people will create ‘heaven on earth’.

“I think of a brilliant as one who is making the most comprehensive contribution both horizontally to as many people as possible, vertically in as deep of a way as possible, but also spatially as far forward in the future as possible.”

When you chat with a genius, there’s no telling what rabbit holes you’ll fall down. In this episode, we fall down a lot! For example, you’ll hear Arjuna share the story of his son’s difficult birth and how fatherhood stopped him being an ‘a**hole’. You’ll also discover:

The ‘obvious’ reason Maslow’s hierarchy is inaccurate
Why any act of contribution you make must include you
What opens up when you understand love is underneath it all
The reasons to ‘sit’ each day and what you’ll learn about yourself from emotions that show up
Why impact stems from the stories you tell yourself
The real reason Arjuna has no friends his own age
Why millennials are the generation best positioned to create ‘heaven on earth’
And more...

I guarantee, this episode will blow your mind so make time for it now.

“Coaching allows you to enter into a relationship with somebody that asks powerful questions.”

How to contact

For free videos and downloads, check out www.radicalbrilliance.com.
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arjunaardagh/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/radicalbrilliance/
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/awakeningcoaching

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“Data is just information, and the more information that you have, the more knowledge and wisdom you can gain.”

What if you didn’t have to make decisions on a whim. Instead, what if you could leverage facts to guide your choices and help you dance more gracefully through life?

Welcome to the world of AJ and Meaghan - The Co-Founders of Praxis Metrics. This power couple has made data more than a business - it’s also a way of life that infuses through everything they do. From their relationship to their health, business, and everyday life, data is the heartbeat of their choices, their actions, and their decisions. Not in a contrived way, instead, AJ and Meaghan use data points as sources of truth to minimize guesswork and help them get crystal clear on everything from the foods they should eliminate to the practices that strengthen their relationship.

AJ and Meaghan show that data needn’t be scary and it’s not for logical thinkers alone.

Instead, data can become a source of power that elevates your business, strengthens your love, and ensures you spend more time doing the things that keep you grounded. It’s a doozy, so tune in now and discover how data could enhance your life too.

“There are so many different things you could do, but what should you do? That’s simply determined by how valuable and feasible it is.”

In this episode you’ll discover:

Why logical thinking and intuition aren’t two different things
The very first step for using data to inform your life
The values v feasibility graph that helps you make smart decisions
The three indicators you must track if you want to live a great life
How to apply a data-driven approach to everything from love, to health, to business
The surprising truth you’ll learn about yourself from the previous two weeks
How AJ and Meaghan track their Love Language to avoid fights
Tactics that allow you to implement the data to get results

As you’ll hear in this episode, AJ and Meaghan practice what they preach which makes the insights from this podcast all the more valuable. Check it out. Even if you’re skeptical about data, after this interview you may find a deep love for it :)

“The data never lies. It tells us the story. The key is taking action from it.”

How to contact AJ and Meaghan.

Check out AJ and Meaghan’s data-driven work at Praxismetrics.com
Like AJ and Meaghan at https://www.facebook.com/PraxisMetrics/
Follow their story on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/twotravelingtrackers/
Tweet AJ and Meaghan at http://twitter.com/ajyager

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“The more that I started to show up as my authentic self, the more my life started to completely transform and everything that I wanted started to happen.”

Imagine if your authentic self didn’t have to hide anymore. Imagine if you had the courage, confidence, and the self-belief to show the world who you are and what you’ve got - no ifs, no buts. Imagine no more settling, hiding, or playing down your truth. No need to try and fit in or hold your tongue. Instead, you show up unapologetically and fearlessly as the soul you really are.

Imagine the opportunities you’d create, the life you’d live, the people you’d meet, and the successes you’d achieve. This reality needn’t be wishful thinking. In this week’s episode, you’ll discover how you can create this life for yourself with the help of Jen Gottlieb.

This philosophy on life is game-changer in so many ways so do check it out now.

“You don’t need to believe in anything 100%. You just need to believe it a little more than you don’t.”

Jen Gottlieb is the Co-Founder and Chief Mindset Officer at Super Connector Media. In this role, Jen teaches entrepreneurs to leverage their authentic self and cultivate the mindset needed to share their expertise with the media. Leveraging her past as a TV and Broadway star, Jen helps talented people share their work authentically so they can help more people and make more impact.

In this episode, we dive down the rabbithole to talk about everything from manifestation, to the Law of Attraction, to the power of connecting with your six-year-old self. It’s a doozy! Tune in now to discover:

Jen’s story of manifesting a Wedding Singer role on Broadway
Why you only need to be 51% committed to succeed
How the people you surround yourself with influences the quality of your life
The reason your authentic self will help you create extraordinary
Why Jen watches videos of her six-year-old self to unlock her best
The empowering reason Jen creates a ‘Badass List’, where she keeps it, and how she uses it
How a Brittany Spears impersonation secured Jen a 14 season run as a co-host on VH1
The mindset shift that gives entrepreneurs an ‘unfair advantage’ by helping them talk about their business in an authentic way
Why ‘your mess is your message’ and the reason people are turned off by perfection

“Any time you take action, whether what you want happens or doesn’t, it’s still a little win that will give you the momentum and motivation to then take another baby step.”

How to contact

Check out Jen’s work at https://www.jenleahgottlieb.com/
Like Jen on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jengottlieb
Follow Jen on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jen_gottlieb/
Tweet Jen at https://twitter.com/jenniferleahg?lang=en

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“One thing that most people don’t realise is a better you is a better world. So whatever makes you better off will make the world better off.”

At 28, Zion Kim has achieved huge success in business. He’s the founder of IMT as well as a serial entrepreneur who’s been the whisperer behind many high profile entrepreneurs and business leaders. As a result of working alongside so many impressive people, he’s got clear on what it takes to be successful.

And the answer may surprise you...

Zion believes most business issues are either psychological or mindset related. The reason we don’t hire that person or launch that product isn’t because we don’t know how to do it. Instead, it’s because we’re stopped by a deeper story. emotional states, or limiting beliefs. Until you work through these subconscious blocks, you’ll always operated at a level lower than what you’re capable.

This is why Zion is passionate about business mindset and psychological leadership. He’s obsessed with empowering people to work through their mindset and emotional blocks - so they can achieve personal success, become better leaders, and make an impact in the world.

And in this episode, Zion reveals some simple practices you can explore to do just this.

“There are 7.7 billion gifts that are waiting to be unlocked in the world.”

Zion describes an interesting chain reaction that happens when you work on your own mindset.

Not only can you achieve more personal and business success…

But as you rewrite disempowering stories and heighten awareness of your thoughts, you learn. Zion believes “we’re all on the same team” and when you share what you know, you play a pivotal role in increasing the capacity of humanity to make the world a brighter place.

It’s a trait that can make you a better leader while building a business that’s rooted in service and individual values.

This episode is a deep-thinking, down-the-rabbit-hole conversation that will have you re-evaluating the value you can unlock from your own mind.

So tune into this episode to discover:

The problem with victim mindsets and why we must take radical responsibility to break through plateaus
The real reason we give into obstacles and don’t achieve our dreams
Why you should create an environment where failure is OK
A strategy you can try to be kinder to yourself
Why humanity could start solving new problems if you shared what you know
The scary reason most of us are giving from a place of scarcity
The power of purpose and the questions to ask to unlock yours

“When I think about purpose it’s answering the question - Why am I here?”

How to contact

Check out Zion on facebook - www.facebook.com/zion.kim
Check out Zion on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/zionkim/

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Have you noticed how two people can look at the exact same situation and see different things entirely?

For example, where one person sees an opportunity, another sees failure.

WHY is that [and what does it mean for your success]?

If the situation is the same, the only difference is the person - specifically their ‘LENS’.

In this solo episode, I explore what your lens is and why it’s so critical to your success. Tune in and discover:

The common theme that separates people who experience joy with ease and those who don’t
How your lens develops and influences your view of the world
Why your lens can propel you forward or push you back - and the reason YOU decide which it is
Why your current lens won’t get you where you want to be - and what you need to do instead

In this episode, you’ll discover how replacing your lens can change everything. You’ll unlock the key to becoming unstoppable and the secret to living the extraordinary life you desire and deserve.

So if you’re done wasting time and you’re ready to live the life you KNOW you’re here to experience, this is one episode you don’t want to miss.

Don’t miss the Find Your Lens Challenge

Ready to implement the lessons from this solo episode? If so, join the Find Your Lens Challenge - it’s free.

This powerful LIVE 3-Day group experience starts Tuesday 27 August. Take the challenge to identify your biggest fears, limiting beliefs, and disempowering stories and transform them into profound tools for personal and professional growth.

This is a free training and is open to anyone interested in shifting their lens on life. It’s your shortcut to unstoppability and the success you want.

If you’re in, join the Stay Grounded® Community Facebook Group and get yourself a virtual seat at this live group experience: https://www.facebook.com/groups/staygrounded/

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“When you feel like you’re stuck in your own head and you can’t get out of your own way, the best way to change that is to help someone else.”

It was January 3rd 2011 when Chris Winfield finally checked into rehab after drinking since the age of 13. His addiction led to an isolated life, which had created a ‘god-sized’ hole that left him wanting more. On the outside, everything looked good. The company he co-founded employed over 100 people and grew to a bunch of offices, but he wasn’t happy.

Then a piece of pizza changed his life.

During a phone call where he was trying to save his imploding company, his 3 ½-year-old daughter appeared looking for breakfast. Chris wasn’t available. The sight of his daughter stretching up to the microwave to reheat her own pizza changed him in a heartbeat.

If he couldn’t be available for the most important person in his life, something was drastically wrong. He had to do different.

The pizza moment kick-started a daily habit that’s fueled and shaped Chris’s life ever since - and it’s all focused around helping. And with the law of reciprocity stirred into motion, Chris’ life transformed.

“Whatever you put out is going to come back to you in some form.”

Nowadays, Chris’s life is all about helping other people. As co-founder and CEO of Super Connector Media, Chris empowers entrepreneurs with their publicity and marketing so they can get their message out into the world.

The Helping One Person Everyday [or H.O.P.E] philosophy is infused into everything Chris does - earning him the nickname, “The Super Connector”. Chris is a one-of-a-kind person. He’s someone who has a genuine love for people and who’s passionate about celebrating others. In this incredible episode, Chris shares key insights that will inspire you to leverage helping as a force for transformation.

Tune into this episode to discover:

The full pizza story
Why vulnerability is a powerful helping force
How to help even if you don’t know how
Why it’s ‘selfish’ to turn down help from others
Why nature abhors a vacuum and what this means for the give-get cycle
Morning routine suggestions that help get you going
Why you only ever need to be 51% committed [and how this principle can change your life]

It’s a doozy!

“Fear, ego and expectations: Any issue, any problem, anything that I have ever created has come back to those.”

How to contact

Website: https://www.chriswinfield.com/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/chriswinfield
IG: https://www.instagram.com/chriswinfield/?hl=en
Event: www.unfairadvantagelive.com

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“Passion is just one thread in an intricate weaving of what’s ultimately going to satisfy you.”

It was 2008 when Kelly Ernst entered the corporate world. At the heart of the crash, Kelly felt lucky to find a job. But after working for JP Morgan as an engineer on Wall Street, she soon burnt out. Life felt more purposeful in Austin where Kelly joined a software business committed to helping kids learn. But that didn’t work out long-term either. After the company was bought out, Keely was faced with the choice between a severance package or moving states.

She took the package and committed to life as an entrepreneur. This wasn’t as easy as it sounds! Without the safeguards of healthcare and a pension, running a business felt like a big risk. But according to Kelly’s old boss she was ‘unmanageable’ so she had to figure out a way to work.

And she did! Kelly used her coding and engineer skills to launch Redemin - an online fashion brand that built JEANome - proprietary AI that helps women shop for the perfect pair of jeans.

But her entrepreneurial journey wasn’t always smooth. Kelly struggled with panic attacks that created a lot of shame and anxiety, but thanks to her mindset and resilience, she’s developed strategies to help her come out the other side stronger.

“I had been stewing on an idea for a company in the final months before I was laid off, but I hadn’t pulled the trigger because I was stuck in the mindset of job is safe, job is dependable, a job is the only thing that's going to keep my head afloat.”

Kelly is a very pragmatic entrepreneur who’s been able to keep a clear segregation between her work and the passions that brought her the most joy. In this episode we explore the role of passion, how to elevate your happiness, and why our work and passion can be two separate things.

Check out this episode to discover:

The power of the present moment and how to use it to avoid anxiety
Kelly’s simple hack for breaking out of a panic attack
Why being a corporate employee made her a better employer
The role that your ego plays in creating the life you want to live
Why money doesn’t buy happiness and why it shouldn’t be a measure of success
Kelly’s three-part rule for successful comedy
Four powerful strategies that will help you uncover desire for life

It’s a doozy!

“When I learned to be patient with my own struggle with panic, that’s when I started to find the light in the tunnel to resolve it.

How to contact

Kelly is @kellyflorencee on instagram.

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“Everything from my past happened for me. And not only did it happen for me, it happened for me to show others that they can overcome their past as well.”

Mark Crandall endured an unbelievably traumatic childhood. He was burnt with cigarettes, handcuffed inside a locked closet, and neglected by his parents. Taken into foster care age 3, life didn’t get any better. He started stealing, became addicted to drugs, and spent seven years in and out of prison.

None of this was his fault. He’d been dealt a rotten hand by life and after enduring so much trauma, this was his destiny. Then Mark met Rob - his first mentor. Rob asked Mark a question that literally changed his life in a heartbeat.

“What’s it like being a 25-year-old man living the ages of 3-7. What’s it like to play the victim?”

This question kick-started an awakening in Mark. He began to question everything n an attempt to strip away the layers and get closer to his heart. Mark was done allowing his past trauma to define his life. He was done blaming everyone else and he was ready to give himself a blank canvas and start over from scratch.

And that’s exactly what he did.

“I'm not scared of failing because outside of quitting, I don't believe there is any such thing as failure.”

Today, Mark’s life is unrecognizable from his drug addicted, crime-ridden past. He beat all the odds to go back to school and train as a social worker, chemical dependency counselor, and clinical interventionist. Now the host of the Purpose Chaser podcast and author of Embrace Your Past, Win Your Future, Mark is speaker and transformation coach who helps people break free from their limiting beliefs.

Man, this episode gave me tingles. Mark had everything stacked against him, but still turned everything around. Mark’s story is a reminder that you don’t have to allow your past to define your future - if you don’t want it too.

This is a beautifully inspiring episode that 100% proves PEOPLE CAN CHANGE. Regardless of where you’ve come from or what you’ve endured, you can transform pain into passion and create a beautiful life that inspires millions.

Tune into this episode to discover:

The full story of Mark’s traumatic past
How your life experiences can trick you into becoming a victim - and leaving you feeling as if you have no other choice
The ‘clear as day’ message that persuaded Mark to go back to school
A powerful reminder that your assumptions about what’s possible for you are probably false
The reason to seek - not sulk
How Mark let go the disempowering stories from his past and created a whole new identity
The beautiful reason why Mark’s past is now his gift
Mark’s gift to Hal Elrod that changed his life

And much more.

Mark’s authenticity is inspiring to me and I’m definitely a fan. I think you will be too when you tune into this episode and allow Mark’s story to inspire you.

“The only way to gain self-esteem is to do esteemable acts.”

How to contact

Follow Mark on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MrMarkCrandall1/
Check out the Purpose Chasers podcast at https://markcrandall.net/purpose-chasers-podcast/
Discover more about Mark’s work at https://markcrandall.net

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“Most people base success on how much money someone is making. Based on that I was successful but felt horrible, and I knew something had to change.”

This episode’s guest got his first taste of entrepreneurship in middle school when he started selling candy out of his locker. By the time he was 24, Joshua Lee was running 16 companies and generating a couple million dollars a month.

To the outside world, he’d made it. He had more money than he knew what to do with. He was living a luxury life with his wife and two kids and he was surrounded by friends in similar positions. But inside, he felt horrible and miserable. His relationships had become transactional and his identity and self-esteem was driven by the figure in his bank account.

Worse than that, Josh didn’t feel as though he knew himself. His in-laws didn’t feel comfortable when he talked about his business success meaning there was this whole side to Josh that was buried and unexpressed to people outside his business circles.

Eventually Josh hit rock bottom. He knew he needed to restart his life and change his direction entirely. He realized he could always make more money, but he could never make more time so he divorced his wife, liquidated everything he owned, and found himself back in his parents’ home with just a few $000 in his account.

Age 36, Joshua once again had a blank canvas to play with - time to rebuild his life from scratch.

“You can’t change the people around you but you can change yourself and that will in turn either draw or push away the good and bad people that you need in your life.”

Josh is an incredible example that you can build it all again - even if you’ve lost everything you worked so hard for. After escaping rock bottom and working through the depression his old life had created, Josh now helps other entrepreneurs be more human online.

He refuses to live with the spilt personalities so many entrepreneurs adopt, and instead is passionate about being himself all the time. Joshua is fueled by a mission to make the world a better place for his kids. Author of Balance in Bullsht*, Joshua fulfils this purpose by helping other entrepreneurs scale themselves with their company so they do not scale themselves out of their company.

So if you feel that you can’t be yourself and you’d like to be inspired by a man who’s reinvented himself into a happier life, tune into the episode now. It’s a doozy!

Tune into this episode to discover:

The dangers of making millions and why money doesn’t guarantee happiness
The pain of divorce and why staying together for the kids isn’t always best for the kids
The time-fueled insight that gave Joshua the strength to start over
How money made Joshua realize who his friends really were
The problems entrepreneurs face when they try to live split personalities
The power of failure and how it helps you succeed
Why you must be yourself all the time
Why work-life balance is bullsh*t and what to do instead

“The biggest thing that I’ve realised that’s helped me is that I can’t do it alone.”

How to contact

Discover more about Joshua’s work at http://standoutauthority.com
Follow Joshua on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuablee/

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“Purpose is the precipice of meaning, and without meaning, we are just doing chores.”

Purpose is ‘everything’.

It’s the fuel that gives meaning to life and it’s the key that unlocks the motivation to act. Without purpose, there’s no reason to do the hard stuff or no incentive to step out of your comfort zone. That’s why figuring out your purpose is one of the most beautiful gifts you can give yourself.

But it’s not an easy path to walk - and that’s not your fault.

As a human, you have to dance through life with two competing ‘partners’. First, there’s your Monkey Mind - your reactive, inner critic, fear-fueled self. The part of you that’s desperate to keep you safe and keep you away from risk. Secondly, there’s your ‘Soul Purpose Heart’ - the part of you who’s connected to source. The wild dreaming, big loving consciousness that wants you to thrive.

And the life you get to live is determined by which partner you allow to dominate your dance.

This episode's guest is dedicated to helping you navigate this dance. She’s Demi McConkie -- the Soul Purpose Coach who’s helped me unlock my purpose. And in this episode, Demi shares some of her best soul purpose tips - so you can learn to master life’s ultimate dance.

“One of the things I do with my clients is I have them dream more than they’ve ever dreamed and take smaller steps than they’ve ever taken before. Then you can cultivate more confidence in doing things that are slightly over your edge. There you can access that courage. You’re not gripped by monkey mind.”

In every moment, both your Monkey Mind and Soul Purpose Heart have information and insights to share. It’s a beautiful and competing conflict that can help you discover who you really are - while you live your best life.

If you’re curious to discover your soul purpose and how you can use it, you’ll find this episode is pure gold. So tune in now and hear Demi speak about:

Why purpose is everything and why you need to figure out yours to live a life you love
The reason your Monkey Mind and Soul Purpose heart compete and co-exist to help you grow
How radical curiosity opens the purpose door - and the five ‘zappers’ that kill it
A parenting ‘disaster’ that helped Demi define who she really was [if you’re a parent, you’ll definitely be able to relate to this]
The life-changing impact of dreaming bigger than you’ve ever dreamed while acting smaller than you’ve ever acted
Why courage is the prerequisite to confidence
How slowing down opens the door to knowledge you couldn’t otherwise access

And much, much more.

I LOVE working with Demi. She’s a beautiful human with an incredible gift, which you’ll get a taste of in this episode.

So if you’re ready to live a more conscious, purposeful life, I promise Demi’s insights will give you a kick-start to help you on your way. Packed with highly accessible ideas to try, Demi is here to help you master life’s ultimate dance - the one between your Monkey Mind and Soul Purpose Heart.

Enjoy :)

“If we want to realise who we are, who are we behind our consciousness? There is no way to realise it without monkey mind.”

How to contact

Follow Demi in Instagram @wealthywomennow.
Check out Demi’s powerful Soul Purpose work at https://wealthywomennow.biz

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“Addictions, unlike people, will never let you down. They will always be there for you. They are your best friend because they are always there. They’re also your biggest enemy because of the damage they do to you.”

This episode’s guest became an addict when he was just 11-years-old.

The way it happened was quite innocent and even accidental. Michael Dash won his first ever bet during a family Thanksgiving dinner. It was an experience that led to a 20 year gambling addiction.

Thanks to his addictive personality, Michael didn’t stop at gambling. Instead, he kept chasing the high. And the more he got, the more he needed. This led him to pills at college, which evolved into marijuana and cocaine.

Despite these addictions, Michael was outwardly successful. Driven by hard work and addicted to doing well, Michael was earning 6-figures just two years out of school. Fuelled by the high that his addictions guaranteed, he worked his butt off to ensure he could fuel his obsessions.

But he wasn’t happy. Instead, he was angry, isolated, and self-loathing.

Then he got wrangled into a million-dollar law suit with his ex business partner - and life slowly started to turn around.

“The road to success is always under construction.”

An entrepreneur’s event in Bali proved to be the turning point Michael needed.

At this event, he discover the principles of flow, which forced him to ask a different question - “Would it be so bad to live a different way?”

The answer was of course NO, and in that moment, Michael began his transformation from angry addict to a life of fulfillment and freedom. And in this episode, he shares how he did it.

So tune in now to discover:

How death enabled him to let go of the law suit that was draining his life
The powerful message Michael has for his 11-year-old self
The reason simple habits can remove the stranglehold of addiction
The power of curiosity to change your life and self-identity
How change is ‘easy’ and why he wants to help other addicts adopt the same belief
How tribes lead to fulfilment
The 1-10 scale of life and how the non-addicted Michael is able to feel it all

And much, much more.

Michael’s story is proof that pain has a purpose and your mess can become your message.

So if you have an addictive personality or you know of someone who has, make sure you listen to this episode. It’s going to inspire you, empower you, and prove to you that there is life beyond those addictive highs.

“I would profess to anybody: Don’t try to tackle every problem at once. Make one little change because one little change or doing one little thing can have the biggest shift, and then you do another little thing and another little thing, and that creates momentum.”

How to contact

Michael's Website: http://michaelgdash.com
Michael's FB: https://www.facebook.com/michaeldashofficial
Michael's IG: https://www.instagram.com/mdash1/
Michael's Twitter: https://twitter.com/mgdvip

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“When you have the courage to take that leap and go for it, you don’t need to know how it’s going to work out.”

This episode’s guest was just 17 when he was stabbed nine times. Prior to this life-changing experience, Ricky Roberts didn’t care whether he lived or died. After an abusive childhood, Ricky was full of anger and resentment. He thought about suicide frequently. He’d even put a gun in his mouth and played with the trigger.

But as he lay in the hospital bed watching the Emergency Staff work him, he realized he didn’t want to die after all. Instead, he wanted to learn how to live.

In the darkest of moments, Ricky had been thrown an unexpected lifeline. So he grabbed this second chance and used his rock bottom moment to transform his life.

Nowadays, life couldn’t be more different. Ricky is the author of seven books. He’s a youth advocate, a national speaker, and the founder of You Are Valued - an organization on a mission to inspire a movement of valuing others through community outreach, discussion, involvement, and inspiration.

And in this episode, Ricky explains how he can track this transformed, fulfilling life back to the day he was stabbed nine times.

“I felt the fear of death, and for the first time in my life, I realised that I didn’t really want to die. I just didn’t know how to live.”

Ricky’s story is proof that rock bottom can be the best thing that happens to you. That rock bottom can be the trigger and the catalyst that gets you back onto the extraordinary path through life.

Prior to the stabbing, Ricky was lost and out of love with life.

But after life showed him how precious life is, he discovered the courage, confidence, and urgency to not only live… but to thrive in the process.

Tune into this beautiful episode to hear:

The powerful practices that helped Ricky transform his anger into gratitude
Why skateboarding became Ricky’s escape and refuge
How Ricky used journaling to make sense of his thoughts and emotions
What fulfilment actually looks like
Why you can’t ignore your truth
Why you get when you give
How to follow the clues and stay aligned to your truth

And much, much more.

This episode will relight a fire in your soul. It will give you hope that there’s peace to be found in the pain. It will remind you of the power you hold to change your life. And it will show you that you can be happy again - regardless of what you may be going through right now.

Ricky is proof that you can escape the darkness and transform how you think and feel.

And in this episode, you’ll discover some knowledge bombs that will help you do the same.

“The moment I think we give anything, we are automatically receiving because there is so much joy in giving our energy.”

How to contact

Check out Ricky’s work at www.rickyrobertsiii.com
His latest book, ‘Far From Easy’ - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0578496194
Follow Ricky on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rickyrobertsiii

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“I really believe that we have so many amazing gifts and talents and things to share with the world, but if we don’t feel good in our body it’s really hard to share with people.”

Steph Gaudreau is a Nutritional Therapy Consultant, weightlifting and mindset coach. She’s also the highly coveted author of the brand new book, “The Core 4”, and passionate about helping women build their inner and outer strength so they can take up more space.

Through her ‘Core 4’ teachings, Steph empowers women to ditch their diets, the scales, and exercise as a form of punishment. Her work is powerful, her story is inspiring, and I could not wait to go down the rabbithole with her in this incredible episode.

Like lots of other women, Steph used to struggled with her weight. She suffered with body dysmorphia and was obsessed with dieting. Food ruled and Steph never felt enough. Her inner dialogue told her she wasn’t pretty enough, smart enough, thin enough or even good enough. She had problems with blood sugar regulation and she wasn’t happy.

But all that changed when she discovered a whole new way of eating called paleo.

Out went her relentless calorie counting and in came fats and animal proteins. It was a revelation. Steph’s energy levels soared, and her body, mind, and confidence began to heal after years of pain.

And now, Steph helps other women experience the exact same results.

So if you’re fed up with endless dieting and you want to transform the way you feel about yourself and your body so you can get on with living, this episode is for you.

“The people you see in life that you perceive as the most successful or are able to overcome hard things - they are not generally fearless. They are people who feel the fear, they recognise that if they take this action they can deal with that amount of fear and they’re going to do it anyway.”

In this episode, Steph dives deep into her experiences to share the practices, mindsets, and philosophies that can help you live a full life.

We talk about:

Steph’s ‘Core 4’ pillars of health that provide nourishment, care, and strength
Why confidence follows actions -- it’s not the other way around
Why you don’t need to be fearless to create the life you want
The importance of creating space in your life and what space does for you
A quick fix for healing your people pleasing tendencies
How physical strength increases your mental and emotional strength
How to take up more space as a woman -- and why you want to do this

This episode was recorded LIVE in front of my Stay Grounded Hero community. The feedback from members was off the scale good.

So if you’re ready to look at health and wellbeing through fresh eyes and empower yourself with strength and space, this episode is for you.

“I really try to honor myself and who I am. For me that means a lot of quiet time and alone time.”

How to contact

Discover more about Steph’s work at https://www.stephgaudreau.com

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“Change is great, change is exciting, change is scary, but what happens on the side of scary is amazingness.”

This episode’s guest is Allen Brouwer. He’s the co-founder of BestSelf.co, a Forbes 30 Under 30 winner, and the only person to have won Shopify’s Build a Business and Build a BIGGER Business consecutively.

He’s a man whose entirely self-made and has redefined for himself and thousands of others what it means to be successful with tools such as the SELF Journal. In short, he’s an all-round badass!

This isn’t his first time on the show. In fact, Allen was one of my very first Stay Grounded guests way back in 2017, but I wanted to bring him on again because so much has changed in his life. Allen recently became a dad for the first time - one of my first friends to become a parent. So I wanted to get him back to chat about how parenthood has changed him and how he’s learnt to juggle business with being present for his daughter.

This episode is a powerful reminder of the importance of creating harmony in your life. Many people struggle to divide themselves up between different relationships and responsibilities that demand their time, but Allen has cracked the code. In this episode, you’ll find out how.

“I am so grateful that I am an entrepreneur because now I can provide the best life for my family and also experience my family at the same time.”

In this episode, Allen shares how he’s been able to create work-life harmony now that he’s a dad. So tune in and discover:

The four cycles of entrepreneurship.
How Allen managed his fear of losing it all.
The question to ask yourself to check you’re still on your path.
Allen’s 4-step reflection process that helps him set his goals.
Exactly how Allen structures monthly 121 calls with his team to cultivate relationships.
What made Allen discover a ‘mansion of love’.
Why work-life balance is complete BS [and what you should strive for instead.]
Allen’s go-to question for avoiding boring small talk.
The story technique for understanding your impact on others.
The 3-part framework for adding value in relationships.
Allen’s three journaling strategies that will help you do more with less time.

And much, MUCH more.

You can’t achieve true success in business if you’re not successful in life. Without work-life harmony, you’ll always be missing something. In this episode, Allen explains some strategies that will help you have it all. So tune in now and discover how you can compromise less and live more. It’s the extraordinary path through life.

“The first thing that you should ask yourself if you’re not sure you’re on the right path or not is, "Am I enjoying this and how many days have I woken up and not wanted to show up?”

How to contact

Discover how Allen helps entrepreneurs scale and systematize their business at www.allenbrouwer.com
Learn more about the SELF Journal at www.bestself.co
Follow Allen on social - www.facebook.com/AllenKBrouwer/

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“We can’t change the past — we can just learn from it. We can look at it and wonder what we could have done differently. How can we learn and do things so that we don’t make those same mistakes today?”

As a kid, Colin was obsessed with golf. He was naturally talented and eventually turned pro. Then to his horror, he realized this wasn’t the life he wanted. He hit his breaking point on the 9th tee of a golf course in Arizona. Despite being in the state for two months, Colin realized he knew nothing about the area except the golf course. It was time to quit.

But that’s when the real ‘competition’ began.

Until that point, golf had been everything to Colin. It defined who he was, how others saw him, and what he did. How could he make the transition to something new when he didn’t even know what it was he wanted?

Business seemed like the obvious solution, but it wasn’t until he struggled as an entrepreneur for many years until he figured it out. He’s been trying to get rich quick, but that wasn’t the answer! Instead, he needed to dive into personal development and cultivate the self-awareness necessary to craft his version of an extraordinary life.

As soon as Colin focused on adding value and building strong relationships, everything changed. Now, Colin is successful in business, life, and media. He’s also discovered his true passion -- helping professional athletes prepare for life after sport.

To listen to Colin’s start-over story and to get inspired to begin your own, check out this inspiring episode now.

“You need that vision for what you want and who you want to be in your life. When you do that, that’s when you can really find your voice and start to make a really positive change.”

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

The exact moment Colin realized he had to quit his professional golfing career
Colin’s ‘fist’ of steps that get you moving in the direction you want
The life-defining moment that happened in a cemetery
Why honest, daily reflection will rapidly accelerate your path forward
The steps Colin took to figure out his passion and find the work he wanted to do
The crazy simple way Colin found what he was looking for
The strategy that will help you divorce your path and start over
Why you have stacks more time that you currently believe

And much more.

If you feel stuck in your life right now and something inside says it’s time for a change, this episode is for you. Yes, it’s beyond scary to start out from scratch, but the rewards can be huge. It worked for Colin and it could work for you too when you leverage the ideas and tips contained in this podcast.

“I’m really passionate about what I want to do right now, but that may change in the future and I’m open to that. I want to be flexible and I want to be able to adapt.”

How to contact

Check out Colin’s Daily Grind podcast at www.dailygrindpodcast.com
Follow Colin on Instagram -- www.instagram.com/colinmorgan.dgp
Listen to Colin interview me over on the Daily Grind --

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“When it comes to my day-to-day and my mindset, I don’t think about the past and the future. I focus on the situation at hand.”

This episode's guest is the incredible Steven Kuhn -- a speaker, author, and consultant who empowers people to improve their life through the principles of honesty, integrity and transparency. He’s a man that can turn failing businesses into success and whose clients include rockstars, sports personalities, and celebrities.

Steven is a big man who makes an even bigger impact everywhere he goes -- and I can’t wait for you to meet him in this show.

But life wasn’t always this good. As a kid, he struggled with self-loathing and self-hatred, then after serving on the front line in Iraq, he came away with severe PTSD and suicidal thoughts.

But against the odds, Steven figured out how to use these rock bottom experiences to turn his life into a conduit for joy and love. This powerful mindset has empowered Steven to turn vulnerability into a strength, pain into perspective, and hurt into love.

Steven shows the power of true self-expression and what’s possible when you push back society’s expectations of what masculine strength should look like.

This episode left me pumped and I just know it will do the same for you too. Check it out :)

And in this episode, he walks you through the mindsets, decisions, and beliefs that empower you to live an extraordinary life -- no matter how low your personal rock bottom.

“Focus doesn’t mean blindly staring at one spot. Focus means I’m aware of all opportunities that present themselves in that situation.”

Steven doesn’t hold back in this episode. Instead, he shares some powerful stories that will move you deeply and inspire a fresh perspective on life.

Tune in now to hear:

How Steven ended up with a shotgun in his mouth -- aged 14
Why a 7ft wall became a catalyst for insatiable self-belief
How a piece of candy became a metaphor for finding love in dark moments
The story of the mysterious cop who reminded Steven of his purpose
What happened when Steven was told he would almost certainly die
Why vulnerability can make you more attractive
How PTSD helped Steven unlock his superpower

And so much more.

Steven is a rockstar. He’s an inspiration who woke up something in me during this episode. It’s rare to hear someone speak with such raw authenticity and vulnerability. Steven does, and that’s just one of the reasons why you’ll find this conversation so moving.

So come check it out right now.

“The people around me are more important than anything because when it comes down to it, when everything is gone, all we will have left is human connection.”

How to contact

Check out Steven’s work at www.steven-kuhn.com.
Download Steven’s free training at www.stevenclass.com
Follow Steven on social:
www.facebook.com/stevenekuhn
www.instagram.com/stevenekuhn/
https://twitter.com/stevenekuhn

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“Success means different things to different people. You create your own definition of success, and it has nothing to do with the type of car you’re driving or the brand of watch you’re wearing.”

When this episode’s guest hit 40, he realized something had to change.

Despite spending 15 years in the entertainment and hospitality industry [where he’d launched a dozen businesses], Zark Fatah didn’t have the life he wanted.

His success felt superficial because it was based on material possessions. He felt lonely in love, he didn’t jump out of bed to get to work, and because he had a habit of spending more than he earned, he was hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt.

It was a wake up call.

Surely there was more to life than this? The man in the mirror wasn’t the guy he wanted to be. So he let go, deconstructed his life, and redefined himself - beyond recognition.

And in this episode, you get to hear what Zark did and how his life has changed as a result.

“As humans, we are all curious individuals. It’s just in our nature to wonder about things. The difference is how we act on those curiosities.”

It’s never too late to start a personal development journey and you can reinvent yourself whether you’re in your 20s, 30s, 40s, and beyond.

As Zark’s story shows us, it’s all a case of mindset. It’s a choice and a decision to walk away from what you don’t want and take action towards the things that will bring joy, passion and love.

Today, Zark’s life couldn’t be more different than his ‘nightlife’ past. Through ALIVE Experiences, Zark is creating curated travel experiences for people who want profound breakthroughs. It’s a business and a life that fills Zark with joy - because it’s a reflection of what he’s passionate about.

But how did he get to this point? In this episode, you’ll find out! That’s because we talk about:

Why you can use your story to empower and inspire others
How to NOT get to 40 until you realize you need to walk a different path
The difference between superficial success and ‘real’ success
The powerful link between giving and success
How curiosity unlocks a life you love

And much, MUCH more.

Zark is an inspiration to me. He’s a beautiful human who infuses his life with joy, passion, and love. His story is reminder that you can start from scratch and reinvent your life - and you can start that today.

“It’s important to decide for yourself: What is your purpose? What impact do you want to create in the world? What difference do you want to make?”

How to contact

Check out Zark’s transformational travel company http://thealiveexperience.com
Learn more about Zark’s story at www.zarkfatah.com
Follow Zark on Instagram at @zarkfatah

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“Having a growth mindset is not needing to spend time growing. It’s that you can look at every situation and take away what you’re learning from it.”

In a world of growing inequality, deepening environmental problems, and significant global change, we have a lot of stuff that needs fixing!

And this episode’s guest is passionate about doing his bit to find and fund some of the world's most pressing problems.

Meet Matt Hunter, CEO of the incredible Founders Pledge - a global community of entrepreneurs all committed to donating a % of their exit proceeds to charity. To date, the Founders Pledge has secured binding pledges of $1.6bn from 1200 business founders in 30 countries. YES! It’s incredible work, and the momentum keeps building as more entrepreneurs and business owners get onboard.

For me, this is an organization that holds a promise that altruism, philanthropy, and helping others will become the new north star. It’s why I couldn’t wait to get Matt on the show.

“Even in the worst moments, you can still choose how to react and respond. You will always have the freedom of choice.”

In this week’s episode, Matt shares the incredible story that cultivated his desire to give back. It all started on a bus ride in Panama and a paralysed right hand. As his condition spread and worsened, Matt received the devastating news that he’d contracted a life-threatening illness from which 20% of people die.

It was a turning point for Matt. He made a pledge to himself that if he survived this thing, he’d commit himself to helping others. And that’s exactly what he’s done - in the most profound way.

I just know you’re going to love this episode. Matt dives deep and you get to learn more about how this incredible man thinks.

In this episode we discuss:

The story from self-serving to massive global impact
The link between personal growth and helping others
Imposter syndrome - what it is and how you can navigate it
Why we need to cultivate courage and not confidence
The powerful role that presence plays in Matt’s life
All about the Founders Pledge and the amazing work it does

This episode is incredible for so many reasons.

If you’re a founder of a business and you want to make an impact with your exit strategy, this episode is definitely for you.

And if you’re simply curious to learn more about potent self-improvement strategies that will help you live an extraordinary life, Matt has a lot to teach you.

So dive in, enjoy, and discover how one man is helping to find and fund the world’s most pressing problems.

“Ultimately, we’re not necessarily looking for confidence. We’re just looking for courage.”

How to contact

Discover more about the Founders Pledge at https://founderspledge.com/
Follow the conversation on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FoundersPledge/
Get tweeting at https://twitter.com/founderspledge

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“When you show up in a present way for somebody, it is so powerful that your heart can’t help but come through.”

This episode was filmed in front of a live audience making it a Stay Grounded first!

Phoebe Mroczek is a fellow podcaster and marketing strategist. She thought she had her life figured out from the age of five. All she ever wanted was to play soccer professionally - and she was good enough. But when she hit 21, she realized soccer wasn’t her destiny.

It was a revelation that left a massive void in Phoebe’s life - and she had to figure out how to close it.

Letting go of her soccer dream made Phoebe realize that you don’t have to restrict yourself to a single identity. Instead, you can pick and choose who you want to be and how to want to show up - on a daily basis (if that feels right). This realization empowered Phoebe to create a life on her terms that’s a full expression of who she wants to be. It’s how she’s able to travel extensively, podcast regularly, and build an aligned business that lights her up.

Guided by her feelings, Phoebe now walks her talk by showing other entrepreneurs how to build a successful business that’s an extension of who they are. And in this episode, she’ll show you how you can do the same.

“I think it takes a major catastrophe for people to wake up, for people to tell someone they love them, to write the note, to start the business, to do whatever it is.”

Phoebe and I dive deep into the rabbit hole during this conversation. We cover a diverse range of topics including:

The circumstances that made Phoebe realize business could be a form of self expression.
Your imagination, visualization, and the power of creating a rich sensory experience.
How to leverage the law of reciprocation and why giving and receiving are two sides of the same coin.
The super smart technique Phoebe uses so she never feels misunderstood.
How to cultivate trust in your feelings so you feel empowered to make the right choices.
The question Phoebe asks at the end of each day so she hits the pillow accomplished.
Why you want to live your life in alignment - and the steps you can take to get there.

Plus much, much more.

Identities can help us express who we are - but they can also keep us trapped. But as you’ll hear in this week’s episode, identities are flexible making them a powerful took for an extraordinary life.

So tune into the beauty that is Phoebe Mroczek and get yourself inspired to create the life you want - even if it means walking away from everything you currently know.

“What if I operated under the assumption that everybody is going through what I’m going through? That changes everything.”

How to contact

Check out Phoebe’s work at www.phoebemroczek.com
Subscribe to Phoebe’s Unbecoming podcast at www.unbecomingpodcast.com
Follow Phoebe on social:
www.facebook.com/phoebemroczek1
www.instagram.com/phoebemroczek
www.linkedin.com/in/phoebemroczek

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“You have certain mentors that are human beings. Why keep it to one species? You can learn things you can never learn from any human from talking to a tree or a mushroom or a plant.”

Drum roll please because this episode is a Stay Grounded first! That’s because it’s the very first time I’ve brought an old guest back into the interview chair.

You may remember Logan ‘strongman’ Christopher from episode 35 when he revealed how an experience in the Amazon changed his life.

Well, things have moved on since then. Logan has jumped much deeper into his connection with nature. In fact, he now describes himself as an emissary of nature - someone who communicates deeply with the wildlife, plants, and landscapes around him. At the surface level, this may sound a bit crazy, but hear Logan speak and I guarantee you’ll never look at nature through the same lens again.

This episode is a beautiful opportunity to expand your definition of self. It’s a chance to explore how you can open up different parts of your being and it’s a moment to discover how working with nature leaves you feeling whole.

It’s a doozy :-)

“Churches are often built with this awe-inspiring look to them that can help us reach that transcendental state. Nature is much the same. A grove of trees is in some ways very similar to a church.”

In this beautiful conversation, Logan shares what’s possible when we reconnect with nature. Here in the West we’re very brain-centric. We see thinking as the pinnacle of the human experience and it’s cut us off from nature.

But at what cost?

Logan believes strengthening our relationship with nature can positively affect us in many profound ways. It can lower stress levels, help us think more creatively, and boost our health and wellbeing - to name just a dew benefits.

In this episode we discuss why:

You need to slow down to speed up [yes, it feels counter-intuitive]
Immersing in the complexity of nature allows us to see past our linear human experience
Transforming our relationship with food can transform our health and diet
We’ve totally underestimated the heart and what its real function is
Talking with nature allows you to download insights and understanding about life

And soooooo much more.

Logan believes if we only look to learn from other humans, we’re limiting our ability to understand the world. Nature is a powerful teacher [if we let it] and in this episode you’ll discover how and why.

So take some time to soak up Logan’s wisdom. He’ll leave you thinking in a whole new direction.

“Being able to look at nature in awe I think is a powerful thing and something that, if people did it more often, it would serve them well.”

How to contact

Check out Logan’s new book, Powered By Nature at https://poweredbynaturebook.com. Not only will your purchase include a free gift card, but you’ll save 2 acres of Peruvian rainforest too (that’s approximately 400 trees).

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“We are all essentially shades of shadow to light, and the shadow is just aspects of ourselves that we haven’t forgiven and brought into light yet.”

Like many of us, David Newell started out on the traditional path through life. After graduating, he took a lucrative career in investment banking and all was good for a while - until he burnt out aged just 25. The burnout was so severe that David was forced to quit working and take 6 months to recover and find himself again.

But as often is the case, this rock-bottom moment blossomed into an opportunity for massive healing and self-discovery. In this time, David chose to travel, invest in retreats, and get curious about life. This healing journey uncovered an enduring need to dive deep into the inner self to understand the workings of the mind. It’s where his Inner Truth podcast and business was born - work that he loves and work that provides a platform for continuous growth.

Nowadays, David is obsessed with diving deeper and exploring further. It’s a journey that’s taken him from the Amazon, to temples, to everything in between. He’s read books, taken courses, had deep conversations and met indigenous cultures - all fuelled by his desire to figure out what it takes to live a good life.

In fact, thanks to David’s many explorations (including a trip to the 10th dimension courtesy of Toad Medicine), he’s developed a level of consciousness that inspires me. And I’m sure you’ll feel the same when you tune into this deep and meaningful conversation about life, love, and everything in between.

“Everything is the pursuit of love. Even in the most twisted and wobbly and fear-bound and shadowy and sometimes manipulative ways, it’s all an attempt to find love.”

In this episode, David and I explore the meaning of life from all kinds of angles. This is a great one for thought-provoking questions and ideas that will challenge your thinking and inspire a fresh perspective.

Tune in to hear about:

David’s trip to the 10th dimension and the universal truths he discovered there
The 10kg appearance lesson that collapsed David’s lung and taught him to ‘rest’ into what nature gives you
Why everything in life is actually taking place inside you (and how you can leverage this insight to live a good life).
What becomes possible when you take responsibility for EVERYTHING that happens in your life (including the things you don’t want to own).
David’s four-part Life Visioning Process that will help you create a life well lived.
A powerful decision that ensures you can create a life where it’s possible to do it all.
Exciting details about the groundbreaking human design product that David is getting ready to launch.

And so much more. Can’t wait to hear your takeaways about this doozy.

“Essentially everything is a manifestation of love and we’re all here just to remind each other of that. That’s the game of life. That’s the boss level.”

How to contact

Follow David on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dlppn
Check out the inner truth podcast: https://innertruth.org/
Listen to David’s Inner Truth Podcast here (this is a link to his conversation with me) - https://innertruth.org/podcast/why-why-is-the-most-important-question-of-your-life-with-raj-jana

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“I just want to choose happy all the time, and if I’m not loving something I’m doing, I let it go. And if it’s something that brings me joy, I keep travelling down that path.”

Shari Aldrich was doing well on the traditional path through life.

Working as an IT Director back in the 90s she had a secure and stable job, but it didn’t bring her joy. Like many others, she stuck it out -- until her mom and two of her siblings died unexpectedly in the space of just four years. After losing half her family in such a tiny timeframe, Shari realized that life is too short to settle for choices that don’t create joy.

It’s how happiness became her ruler and empowered her to discover the work she was born to do -- massage.

Nowadays, Shari doesn’t wait for happy to come. Instead, she proactively chooses it -- even when pain makes a visit. In fact, pain has been a catalyst for massive personal growth and now influences Shari’s mission to use massage to relieve one million people of pain by 2025.

But her story doesn’t stop there...

“Life is so short and you don’t have time to get stuck in there. Otherwise, it’s a wasted life and I don’t want to see that for anybody.”

Tune into this episode and you’ll discover how life delivered Shari’s another cruel twist, which changed everything (again).

After building a highly successful massage practice, Shari suffered a life-changing injury. She’d never be able to massage in the same way again.

But instead of giving up, Shari choose happy. Instead of blaming life, she used this rock bottom moment to think differently and transform her business. As a result, she’s on course to impact more people and leave an even greater legacy.

Shari’s story is proof that purpose and passion can emerge from pain. You’ve just got to be willing to trust your gut and choose happy. And if Shari can channel her pain in such a powerful way, then so can you.

Shari believes you don’t have to stay stuck in a job you hate and you can move through the toughest times. So if you want to feel happier, tune in to see how Shari ‘ripped off the band aid’ to create an extraordinary life and legacy. I promise, you can’t help by feeling inspired by this beautiful and powerful story.

“I think we all have to go through these cycles in life where you have something happen that drags you down and you have to keep pushing forward into the next thing. So failing forward is not failure. It’s learning opportunities.”

How to contact:

Discover how Shari is building an army of massage practitioners committed to relieving pain at www.bodymechanicsinstitute.com
Stay up-to-date with Shari’s journey on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shari.aldrich
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shari_aldrich/
Twitter: Olympia_massage

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“I was not scared of the illness itself. I thought, "This is just something that’s happening. It’s not going to be permanent. Either I’ll die or get better — those are the only two options I’m going to give myself."”

When Aimme’s heart raced to 200bpm - even when she wasn’t doing anything - she knew there was something seriously wrong. At the time, the medical community didn’t even have a name for Aimee’s chronic condition - but that turned out to be a blessing.

Aimee’s condition left her drained and debilitated. It was so severe she couldn’t even brush her teeth by herself. Aimee didn’t want to live like this. It wasn’t OK for her; so she made a choice. She knew she’d either die or get better.

Turned out, life wanted the latter for her.

When you’re not boxed in with a label or a specific diagnosis, you’re more able to tune into your own intuition. It’s what Aimee did. She removed toxins from her life, started eating organic, and invested in alternative therapies. The results were astounding. Aimee went from being able to do nothing, to becoming a best-selling author and health optimization consultant who’s currently exploring a variety of exciting projects.

“I never limit myself by telling myself who I am. I just tell myself who I want to be.”

Nowadays, Aimee teaches professionals how to optimize their productivity, energy, and ability to focus by controlling their physical and emotional wellbeing.

I found Aimee’s story so inspiring. It takes incredible courage to cultivate a mindset and willingness to heal yourself - but that’s exactly what Aimee’s been able to do.

And in this episode, she reveals how. So tune in now and discover:

Why a dream about her grandpa made her realize death can be beautiful - not something to fear
Why Aimee believes who we are can change everyday
The importance of empathy for business (and life) and a surprising way to cultivate this ability
Why fear isn’t irrational - and how you can use fear signals to live better
The reason you feel better when you’re able to shift someone else’s emotions

And so much more :)

Aimee is an inspiration - not just because of how she navigated her way back from a health rock bottom, but because of her willingness to grow through everything.

She’s an example how life often gives you what you want (in a roundabout way). Listen to the end and you’ll see why her illness actually led to the work she wanted to do back in her teens.

“I view life as a learning experience. We’re here to learn as much as we can before we pass on to the next learning experience.”

How to contact Aimee

Check out Aimee’s work here - www.aimeetariq.com/
Follow @AimeeTariq on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
Like Aimee’s Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/itsAimeeTariq/
And join her Facebook Group here - www.facebook.com/groups/1924327701134218/

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“Following your heart is frequently scary but never wrong.”

Today’s guest is redefining how we build and do business in the 21st century.

In fact, it’s fair to say that Yanik Silver is the reason Stay Grounded exists today. He helped me put the soul in JavaPresse by giving me the tools that transformed an ordinary e-commerce coffee company into a brand that helps people “stay grounded” through the moments they love. And he’s done the same for countless other entrepreneurs too.

As the founder of Evolved Enterprise and Maverick1000, Yanik’s mission is to “catalyze the catalyst”. Through his work, he empowers entrepreneurs to follow their heart, and put their fun and purpose at the heart of business. And as more businesses follow this lead, the ripples of impact spread further and further.

In fact, his work is so powerful that he’s been praised by the likes of Richard Branson and his story has featured in WIRED, TIME.com, USA Today, and Entrepreneur to name just a few.

So if you’re an entrepreneur who’s at a crossroads and you feel there’s something more you could be exploring, this episode is for you. So tune in now and discover what’s possible when you stop hitting snooze and take notice of your “cosmic alarm clock’ - when it calls.

“I am more driven by the vision and the mission of what happens when someone steps into their highest purpose because that creates these ripples of impact that serve the planet in a tremendous way.”

In this episode, we dive deep into Yanik’s philosophies about life, fun, and business.

You’ll hear:

Why a little bit of your soul dies when you’re not on purpose
The reason creating a better story for yourself can change your life - instantly
A simple way to uncover the signs that tell you what you should be doing
What to do when you’re in pain to process the emotion and learn from it too
The 33 day experiments that keep changing Yanik’s life
How to use enthusiasm as a marker for life

We also dive into Yanik’s unique journaling style and discover how a 108 day challenge turned into the Cosmic Journal project.

Yanik has been one of my most important mentors in life. His insights changed the way I do business profoundly and I’m sure he’ll do the same for you too. So tune in now and discover how you can turn your company into a full expression of who you are - while changing the world at the same time.

“Asking better questions is a function of courage. The more courage you have, the bigger questions you ask in your life.”

How to contact

Discover how Yanik does business here - https://evolvedenterprise.com
Learn more about Maverick1000 here - https://maverick1000.com/

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“I know people in the world today who aren’t free. They’re slaves to work, they’re slaves to stereotypes and slaves to cultures and customs they don’t even believe in. Not being in jail does not mean you are free.”

This week’s guest is proof that your past doesn’t have to equal your future. You can drop the old stories, change your core beliefs, and create a life you love - even if your past says otherwise.

Rewind two decades and not only was Andre serving a 100-year prison sentence, he also ran all the gang activity in the prison. You could say it was his destiny. As a kid, he felt unwanted. He felt disconnected and left out. In turn, he never saw his potential and instead followed a life fuelled by drugs, alcohol, depression, self-harming, and ultimately crime.

But as is the case with many people, once he hit rock bottom he was able to turn his life around.

It was during a period of solitary confinement that Andre eventually pulled the metaphorical parachute for help. His epiphany inspired him to do the work, and after serving just 14 years, he was free.

But more than claiming his physical liberty, Andre also reclaimed his mind to take back full control of his life.

Now, Andre’s life is one of impact and giving back. His mission is teaching individuals and corporations how to turn any situation around. His innovative strategies against gang activity and inmate manipulation have also improved correctional facilities across the U.S. He’s an all-round inspirational dude with an impactful and powerful story to share.

Can’t wait for you to hear it.

“Everything that takes you down helps you come up.”

Andre is the man! I was so inspired to discover the strategies and mindsets that enabled him to turn his life around in the most extraordinary way. So tune in now and hear us talk about:

How gratitude for rock bottom experiences helps you walk the extraordinary path through life
The real definition of freedom - and why most people aren’t as free as they think
Why you need to take small steps today to actualize the person you want to be in the future
The insanely valuable lessons he’d teach his 26-year-old self
Why Andre believes it’s his curses that allow him to help people
The only way to fail

Prison rarely changes people at such a profoundly core level. Instead, it compounds their anger, frustration, and trauma.

But for Andre, it was the turning point that set him on the path of extraordinary.

So if you’re stuck with an old way of being that doesn’t serve you, check out this podcast for proof that total and absolute transformation IS possible -- if that’s what you really want.

“If you want to be great, you can. If you want to be amazing, you can. If you want to be world-renowned, you can. It just comes with not giving up.”

How to contact

Discover more about Andre’s work at www.AndreNorman.com
Follow Andre on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/andrenorman21/
Check out Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/andrenorman/
Follow the conversation on Twitter - https://twitter.com/andrenorman?lang=en

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“If everyone did the same thing as everyone else, then no one would be creating an impact.”

It was 2011 when Cathryn Lavery moved from Ireland to New York City to take up a graduate job as an architect. Despite dabbling with an Ebay store while at school, there was no question of her not following a traditional career path. And anyway, she didn’t know any entrepreneurs to guide her.

But life had other plans.

When Cathryn landed in NYC, her employer announced a 25% cut in her pay. Cathryn wasn’t ready to quit or admit to her parents that things weren’t working out as expected, so she launched a side hustle to help make ends meet.

Before long that side hustle generated more money than her full-time job. After reading 23 carefully selected books and completing her ‘personal MBA’, Cathryn quit to become a full-time entrepreneur - and never looked back.

Today, Cathryn is the CEO and creative genius behind BestSelf.Co - a multi-million-dollar ecommerce brand that develops tools (such as the SELF Journal) to help people live their best lives.

With BestSelf.Co, Cathryn won Shopify’s Build a Business and Build a Bigger Business Awards and got mentored by the likes of Tony Robbins and Tim Ferriss. She’s an all-round badass.

So if you’re curious about navigating the journey from employee to entrepreneur, and you want to load up on the practices and mindsets that helped Cathryn succeed, this episode is for you.

“When I get stuck or things aren’t going as well, it’s usually because I got so caught up with the outcome of what I’m looking for that I stopped enjoying the process of doing it.”

Tune into this episode and you’ll hear about:

Why being an employee first can make you a much better entrepreneur
How to leverage empathy to attract a kick-ass team
The reason your relationship with fear evolves as your business grows
How Cathryn makes great decisions
The four things Cathryn practices to build her self-awareness
Why Cathryn’s biggest fear is mediocrity
Why you must enjoy the process more than the outcome

We also chat about the importance of striking the balance between entrepreneurship and art.

This was a discussion especially close to my heart. As someone who’s shifting the role I play in my companies to create more space for artistic expression, I was keen to learn how Cathryn makes space to create. Her answers blew me away.

So come get inspired and soak up the creative genius that is Cathryn Lavery.

“I’m comfortable with being uncomfortable when I know it'll get me to the next part of fulfilment or happiness.”

How to contact

For productivity, business, and product development tips that will help you go from idea to impact, check out Cathryn’s YouTube Channel - Little Might.

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“There is a way in which we can ask good questions, and I think that is the bridge I often use to help people discover these latent powers within themselves and their own human potential.”

What do you do if you feel pain in your body? If you’re like a lot of people, then your instinct will be to reach for the painkillers. But what if that’s not the right thing to do?

Our western culture is very cerebral. We spend a lot of time in our heads, while ignoring the calling of our body. It can be hard to express emotions and even more difficult to process them. As a result, we experience a lot of dis-ease.

Today’s guest has a different approach. After a back injury while playing college football, Lee Holden was told he’d be out for the rest of the season. He took pain medication, but when the pills affected his digestion he sought a different route for healing. To his surprise, acupuncture made him better after just a few weeks and he was back in the team faster than anyone predicted. This profound healing experience reignited Lee’s passion for understanding energy and inspired him to practice Qi Gong.

Qi Gong is a mind, body, spirit practice that helps us reconnect with our life force by opening the flow of the energy meridians. Through a combination of posture, movement, breathing, sound, and focus, Qi Gong can help us deal with stress and dis-ease. Lee has practiced Qi Gong for over 25 years and helped over 10,000 students feel less stressed and more energetic. Working with the energy of the ‘three treasures’ (the mind, body, and heart), Lee’s work empowers people to live their happiest, most vibrant, most fulfilled lives. You’ll find out how in this episode.

“If we can start to work with the energy of the mind — the chi of the mind — in visualising the way we want to be in our health and vitality or the way we want our lives to go, we can start to have a dramatic impact in a positive direction.”

Lee’s also passionate about exploring how energy awareness can unlock human - even superhuman potential. It’s the subject of his new movie and something we discuss in this episode too. Wait until you hear how some of the masters are shattering our perception of what’s possible. It will blow your mind!

Lee’s wisdom and insight about energy left me super curious to discover and explore more and I’m certain you’ll feel the same way. Check out what we cover in this deep-dive conversation:

The layman’s guide to Qi Gong
Why your mind includes more than your brain
Why the thoughts you have aren’t even yours
How Lee’s passion for human potential is being explored in the new Superhuman Movie
Stories of exceptional people who are achieving the impossible
The importance of seeking the truth inside

You’ll also get to experience your Qi first-hand. That’s because Lee shares a super simple energy generating exercise that will allow you to feel the electricity that runs through your fingers. (It’s incredible).

You are so much more than you think. Tap into your energy and you get to experience a whole new way of living. So dive into this beautiful episode and gift yourself an introduction to energy that will inspire you to dig deeper and explore further. Can’t wait to hear your feedback.

“If you are focusing on what you don’t want, you are putting energy into it. Most people know how to worry, but worry is just meditation on something negative.”

How to contact Lee:

Check out Lee’s Qi Gong resources at www.holdenqigong.com
Find out more about the new Superhuman movie at www.superhumanmovie.com

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“The world is changing and the rate of change has never been faster. We have to keep learning to keep up. If you think you have it figured out, you’re going to get disrupted and fall behind.”

Did you know that the average CEO reads 52 books a year?

According to this episode’s guest, that’s because reading is a powerful way to learn, grow, and get new ideas. But is passive learning enough to reach your full potential and are there other strategies you can explore to accelerate your growth curve?

These are some of the questions I put to Andy Storch during this deep-dive conversation.

Andy is a consultant, coach, and facilitator who helps people do the best work of their lives by enhancing their overall performance. He’s worked with a huge range of clients including Google, Red Bull, Sony, and Toyota as well as small businesses and startup CEOs.

Andy is passionate about leadership development, self-improvement, and using learning as a tool to get the max out of your life too.

So as you can imagine I couldn’t wait to dive down the rabbit hole to pull out some shots of wisdom.

Check out the episode now to discover some practical steps you can take to become your best.

“We learn best from failures, so if everything you do is successful, then you’re probably not challenging yourself enough and you aren’t reaching your true potential.”

We cover a lot in this episode including:

The 3-part circle of learning and growth that helps us consolidate and apply new information and insights
The unexpected power of teaching to our own personal development journey
How failure can become an asset that actually increases your confidence
How to differentiate between different sorts of fear so you don’t get stopped
Why experiences are - without question - the most powerful way to learn
The insane power of curiosity to force rapid growth
The real reason you learn more when you’re surrounded by like-minded people

And if that’s not enough, you’ll also discover the specific strategies Andy uses to commit to his personal journey of learning.

If you know you have potential to do more, but you’re unsure how to get started, this episode for you. So tune in now and discover how to master your learning so you too can do the best work of your life.

“If you have the right mindset, the confidence and you’re able to go out and build relationships, there is no limit to what you can accomplish.”

How to contact Andy:

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andystorch/

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“An alter ego gives you an amazing tool to tap into the creative imagination to allow you to unfold and see more of what you’re capable of.”

This episode’s guest is an absolute rockstar. I picked up his new book a few weeks back and finished it within 2 days - which should be telling for the greatness that was shared here.

Mr Todd Herman is a peak performance coach and serial entrepreneur who’s been mentoring elite performers in the world of sport and business for over 20 years. Through his treasure box of tools and philosophies, Todd is known for helping people achieve their most ambitious goals.

And in this episode, you’ll discover one of his most powerful techniques - so you can use it for yourself.

The technique I’m referring to is the use of an “alter ego”, which comes from Todd’s new book - The Alter Ego Effect.

Alter egos are the “other you”. They are characters (or identities) you can ‘activate’ to demonstrate the mindsets, beliefs, and practices that enable you to take the actions required to achieve your goals.

In this way, alter egos are a tool that give you enough confidence to overcome resistance and get momentum going.

It’s how they can help you achieve really hard things.

So if you know that there’s more in your tank and you get frustrated because willpower isn’t enough to take you over the threshold, you definitely want to listen to this episode.

Understand the superhero effect of alter egos and you’ll empower yourself to achieve your most ambitious goals.

“An alter ego for many people is often there to help you get past that initial resistance you may be having around pursuing something that’s new.”

In this episode you’ll discover:

What becomes possible for you and your life when you play with your alter egos
How ‘activating’ alter egos connects you with the same creative imagination that makes children believe they can be superman
Why it’s healthier and more advantageous to be able to access multiple ‘selves’ rather than stick with a single identity
How Todd used an alter ego to manage his daughter’s tantrums (this is a must-hear technique for any parent!)
The relationship between your ‘trapped self’ and your ‘heroic self’ (and how your alter egos help you shift from one to the other)

What I loved most about this interview is the notion that the person you want to be is already inside.

Todd explains that you’re not broken and you don’t need to be fixed. Instead, you simply need to chisel away at all the ‘stuff’ that isn’t you. That’s what alter egos will help you achieve and why it’s an essential tool for living an extraordinary life.

So listen in now.

For a deeper dive on this concept - grab yourself a copy of the The Alter Ego Effect too. I’ve read it, it’s incredible, and I’m sure you’ll love it too.

“There is no one definition of who you are. You are the one who gets to decide who and what you are. Most people are simply walking around allowing other people to define who they are.”

How to contact and connect with Todd

You can grab a copy of Todd’s book on Amazon
For more details of his work, visit toddherman.me
And to follow Todd on social, check out:
https://twitter.com/todd_herman
https://www.facebook.com/toddhermanconnect/
https://www.instagram.com/todd_herman/

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“I believe that our microbes are our connection to each other, it’s our commonality as human beings, but it’s our connection to the cosmos.”

What I love about the Stay Grounded Podcast is it enables me to interview people from all walks of life - proof that we all have our unique stories to share with each other and the world.

And this episode is no different - apart from the fact that our conversation heads off in directions you won’t anticipate at the beginning.

Dr Gerry Curatola is a pioneer in the dental field. He’s a top dentist with over 28 years experience who’s appeared on the likes of Dr Oz. One of the things that sets Dr Gerry apart is his passion for using the mouth as a window to the whole person. He’s obsessed with oral health - in particular the health of the microbiome. It’s a passion that led him to create his own toothpaste - Revitin - which is entirely different to any other toothpaste that you’ll find on the market.

In this episode, Dr Gerry will inspire you to look at your own mouth in new ways. There are plenty of practical takeaways too. For example, you’ll discover why fluoride is a problem and why you should be worried about gum disease.

Then we dive into the rabbit hole :)

“I’m convinced that spiritual problems are a root issues that transcends mind and body.”

In this incredible episode, you’ll discover how Dr Gerry knew from the age of six that he was going to be a dentist. You’ll discover how to cultivate love to ensure faith runs through your blood and why this is key to living a life you love.

You’ll also hear about Dr Gerry’s fascinating ideas about the microbiome and why he believes microbes are our link to spirituality.

Then my personal favorite - a beautiful story of what is possible when you have absolute faith that the universe will deliver.

Dr Gerry is an inspirational, super smart man with a massive heart. This is a man who’s approaching dentistry in a way I’ve never heard about before in an effort to improve our overall health and wellbeing.

So listen in to learn how to take care of your mouth, but perhaps more importantly, how you can take care of your soul.

“The currency of the universe is love.”

How to contact

Check out Dr Gerry on Facebook - gerrycuratoladds
And on Instagram - @drgerrydds
And on Twitter - @drgerrycuratola
To learn more about Dr Gerry’s toothpaste, visit https://www.revitin.com

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“Whom you end up being in your financial life is not a coincidence. There is a lot of context for it. Maybe there were patterns you just didn’t see. Until you recognise that, you can’t really enhance or change the life that you have.”

Do you have money issues or money blocks? If so, you’re almost certainly not alone. Money is a topic that’s highly emotionally and we all have our own individual conversations around it.

From fears around scarcity to concerns that you’re going to lose it all, money is a topic many of us struggle to talk about or feel in control of.

It’s why you’re in for a treat today.

That’s because in this episode, I’m interviewing the incredible Farnoosh Torabi - one of America’s leading finance experts. Over the years, Farnoosh has helped thousands of people master their money and use their wealth to live extraordinary lives.

Farnoosh is the real deal with a career that’s included everything 3 best-selling books and a primetime series on CNN, to regular columns in O and The Oprah magazine . She also has an award-winning podcast - So Money - which has attracted millions of views along with world-renown guests such as Tony Robbins and Robert Kiyosaki.

So sit back, listen to a master, and discover the mindsets and strategies you need to take control of your money so you feel empowered to use it to create a live you love.

“Wealth doesn’t have to be a mansion. It can just be moving your schedule around without financial consequence to do something you value a lot more.”

Money can be such an awkward topic of conversation, but with Farnoosh it just flows effortlessly.

She’s so fluent talking about all aspects of money that we were able to dive deep into some interesting angles and ideas.

For example, in this episode you’ll discover why the clues to your money blocks lie in your childhood experiences. Yup, it’s time to go down memory lane so you can discover your money context.

You’ll also discover the value of creating a ‘Financial Fortress’ as well as specific things you can do to change your mindset around money to make you feel more empowered.

Money won’t buy you happiness, but it does buy you choice. It’s a resource that creates opportunities, and gives you more autonomy and control over your life. It’s why money is a topic that deserves your attention - because regardless of where you are right now you can change how things will be in the future.

And this episode could well become the start point for an entirely new mindset and set of experiences around this powerful resource.

Can’t wait to hear what you take from this week’s conversation. Enjoy :)

“I can’t control other people's actions, but I can control my reaction to people.”

How to contact Farnoosh:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/farnooshtorabi
Twitter: www.twitter.com/farnoosh
Podcast: www.somoneypodcast.com

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“A lot of people are afraid to look inside because they’re afraid they’re going to open up pain and suffering.”

This week’s guest is Ron Baker. As a highly sought after coach, speaker, author, bioenergetics healing practitioner. Ron has helped millions around the world thrive through a journey of self-mastery over the last 25 years.

He is someone I personally look up to for emotional guidance, and with good reason.

When I first met Ron, what drew me to him was his passion for leveraging self-awareness to create a more fulfilling life. It’s something I’ve become increasingly fascinated with because I believe self-awareness is the key to everything you want.

I’ve always been hungry to learn. It’s where my passion for books, courses, mentoring, and events comes from - because they shorten your learning curve and help you progress faster.

But tactics and strategies only take you so far.

At some point, you'll need something deeper.

You’ll need to expand your understanding of self so you can deal with failure, solve mistakes, and step out of your comfort zone.

You have to get introspective, reflective, and highly in tune with the best version of yourself.

But there’s one aspect of the self you’ve probably overlooked. In fact, it may be an idea you’ve never even heard of before.

Your “inner child”.

Your inner child is the part of you that’s wounded, hurt, and fearful because of the experiences you had in your childhood.

Turns out, healing and nurturing your inner child is the key to removing blocks that lead to insane growth, faster opportunities, and overall fulfillment.

And if you listen in to Ron’s episode, you’ll discover how to do it.

“You’re only ever going to be as free as your capacity to feel your feelings.”

Just because your childhood has passed doesn’t mean the child inside you doesn’t still need love.

If you’re feeling stuck in life, it could be because your inner child is still hurting - and you’re not addressing its needs.

Ron says that we need to learn to parent our younger selves, which kick-starts the healing process that enables us to feel more fulfilled and satisfied in life.

Everything in life is a reflection of your relationship to yourself.

So tune in now and discover what Ron believes is possible when you look inside and actively sharpen your awareness of self.

It’s an essential key for extraordinary living and Ron is here to show you how to do it. He’s also got some free tools to share with you to help kick-start your journey. So make sure you listen in to find out more.

“We have to slow down and learn how to connect to self because every single thing in your life is a reflection of the relationship you’re having with yourself.”

How to contact

Check out Ron’s work at RonBaker.net
Or join his Facebook community, Empowered at Last with Ron Baker
Check out his podcast: https://www.ronbaker.net/podcast
To download Ron’s free gifts, visit https://ron-baker.mykajabi.com/pl/38059

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“This is our mission: All couples on the planet will use their relationship as the vehicle for their own personal transformation.”

You may be familiar with the name of this month’s guest. That’s because I interviewed Marla’s romantic partner - Julian Colker - way back on episode 33 of the Stay Grounded Podcast.

As an entrepreneurial power couple the story is only complete when you interview both halves, so I couldn’t wait to go down the rabbit hole with Marla.

Marla is a relationship & intimacy expert who specializes in coaching entrepreneurial couples.

If you’re in a relationship with another entrepreneur (or someone with an entrepreneur mindset) you’ll understand the specific challenges and opportunities that arise from this union. Fuelled by risk-taking, a growth mindset, and a desire to put yourself ‘out there’, entrepreneurial couples can struggle to create work-life harmony and create quality space for each other.

But use your relationship as a mirror to fuel radical self-awareness, and you can both fly higher.

It’s what Marla helps couples achieve together.

“I am in charge of me. Nobody can shift my balance of my mind, except me.”

I took so much away from this episode. Marla oozes with passion and enthusiasm for her work and is overflowing with practical ideas and suggestions that you can start using with your partner today.

From the Mirror Tactic, to the importance of being unapologetically kind, to the power of presence, and the 1-10 test, this episode will equip you with practical things that will help you create more intimacy and connection at home.

When you’re an entrepreneur with a mission and passionate about making your business thrive, it can be hard to create the same levels of success in your relationship.

But as Marla reminds us, how you do one thing is how you do everything.

And if you’re settling in your love life, you’re likely leaving entrepreneurial success on the table too.

So tune in and learn some relationship wisdom from a specialist with over 23 years experience who’s helped over 12,000 couples, including Academy Award winning actors, producers and directors, NBA players and coaches, Grammy Award winning artists, and millionaire entrepreneurs.

Her insights and strategies could change everything for you, the same way it did for me.

“You have to listen, but listen in a particular way because we can listen with judgment or we can with curiosity.”

How to contact

Check out Marla’s work - www.marlamattenson.com
Follow Marla on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mmattenson/
Stay up-to-date on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theintimacyexperts
Tweet Marla - https://twitter.com/MarlaMattenson
Connect with Marla on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marla-mattenson-08613195/

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“All the stuff from my past became my biggest asset — not my biggest enemy — and that really empowered me to keep moving forward.”

Mike Kemski wasn’t raised with a lot of love as a child. Instead, he was repeatedly told that he was worthless and would amount to anything. Thanks to these repeated messages, which were reinforced by his home environment, he began to believe those words were true.

As a result, Mike got into all sorts of trouble as a kid. He turned to violence, alcohol, and drugs to escape the pain until, aged 16, he was full of anger and consumed with low self-esteem and self image.

Eventually, he checked himself into rehab and things started to change.

But that wasn’t yet the final turning point.

After cleaning up and getting sober, Mike still didn’t feel happy. Instead, he felt an empty void inside. He just couldn’t figure out how to make life work for him. Instead, every day was painful, meaningless, and difficult.

So he put a loaded gun into his mouth.

But instead of ending it all, the gun misfired giving Mike a fresh chance at life.

Which he’s now turned around into his own version of extraordinary.

“If you feel it in your heart, that’s the thing to follow. Always. Not what everyone else says you should and shouldn’t want. That’s ridiculous.”

Mike Kemski is a bit of an enigma! You won’t find much about him online, but that’s by design.

Mike is a ninja who teaches what he himself has figured out through living life.

At the age of 17, he realized you could change the way you feel simply by changing your facial expression or body language
He’s developed insane levels of self awareness by spending years analyzing every thought and feeling - so he could understand the messages from his body
He discovered that amplifying pain is a fast-track to success because it increases your desire for change
And he figured out how to use energy and attention to change your thinking and transform the way you feel about yourself

Mike is a legend and this is one episode you do NOT want to miss.

As well as the full story of Mike’s dance with death, you’ll also discover three powerful analogies that are going to help you win in life.

What’s really in the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow
The marathon example that explains the three phases of success
Why we retreat to ‘dark caves’ - and how you can bring yourself back to the light

This episode is a doozy. It’s inspiring as well as informative and there’s a good chance that after listening, your life won’t be the same again.

“Things need to go wrong. That’s what gives us the engagement to solve puzzles and stay engaged with life.”

How to contact

To discover Mike’s full story, visit www.banabu.com/mikestory.html
See what Mike is up to at http://mikekemski.com/
Follow Mike on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mikekemski

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“I don’t believe anything that happens is by chance. Every person that comes across our path, whether we like the interaction or not, it’s all for a purpose.”

If you recognize today’s guest from the TV, you’d be right! That’s because in this episode I’m interviewing no other than Josh Stuart from the Discovery Channel Reality TV show, ‘Diesel Brothers.’

Josh, otherwise known as ‘Redbeard’ is one of the most grounded people I know, and after chatting to him, it’s easy to see why. Josh grew up in Roosevelt, UT in the Uintah Basin which is part of a native American Indian reservation. It meant from an early age, Josh was introduced to the idea of connection between all things. He was raised on the idea that nature offers messages from the universe and if you’re alert enough, you can see the signs.

Josh finally got back on the spiritual path around five years ago after meeting his wife.

Now, he lives his life in deep connection with the energies all around us. Unsurprisingly, it’s a core topic in this episode.

So if you’re curious to discover more about how the universe talks with us, listen in now.

Josh is someone I couldn’t wait to go down the rabbit hole with - and I wasn’t disappointed! The conversation we had was beautiful, thought-provoking, and deep. And you get to be a fly on the wall when you tune in now.

“I believe that we all chose to be here and chose our challenges because we knew that those challenges would create certain strengths in us.”

This conversation is more than a discovery of Josh’s life, it’s also a deep dive into a beautiful philosophy about living.

I found some of Josh’s distinctions incredibly powerful. For example, Josh believes that everything in life happens FOR you, not TO you. He believes that our souls choose our particular path though life in order to acquire certain lessons and experiences. With this perspective, he’s able to ride every wave that comes - the good and the bad.

We chat about Josh’s love of jujitsu and how a dedication to his practice allows him to navigate everyday life with more grace and discipline.

We talk about gratitude and we talk about the power of money and what wealth is actually about.

This episode will open you up to a new way of thinking about challenges, desires, and everyday moments. It’s a story about creating extraordinary by becoming increasingly aware.

And in this age when we’re nose deep in our phones, I think Josh’s message is especially potent. Can’t wait to see what you think.

“Life is telling us exactly what to do, if we just pay attention.”

How to contact Josh

www.DieselPowerGear.com
Facebook: @redbearddiesel
Follow Josh on Instagram: @red.beard
Check out Josh’s TV show - www.discovery.com/tv-shows/diesel-brothers/

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“I have learned and I teach that the only opinion that matters is mine. The only opinion about you that matters is yours.”

Diane Forster’s rock bottom moment happened in the bathroom of her family home when she decided to take her own life.

To the outside world, Diane seemed to have it all. She had the relationship and the successful corporate career, but inside she felt empty. Eventually, she reached the point when she couldn’t take it anymore. Then Diane felt her late mother’s presence and heard her voice telling her to put the pills down and get help - so she could help others.

Turns out your breaking point can be the most beautiful gift because from this peak emotional experience arises fresh opportunities.

In that moment, life changed. Diane’s mother died when she was just 53, but here she was providing guidance when Diane needed it most. What came next for Diane was a journey back to herself.

A journey of forgiveness, of compassion, and of reinvention to the point where Diane now helps others to live intentional, inspired, passionate lives - every single day.

So get ready to dive in and discover the tools, mindsets, and beliefs that will enable you to move beyond rock bottom and create an extraordinary life for yourself.

“Not forgiving is so debilitating. Carrying around anger, resentment, shame, guilt — any of those negative emotions — will literally eat away at you.”

Diane Forster is an incredible woman who radiates joy and passion for the work she does.

She is an Award-Winning Inventor, Best Selling Author, TEDx Speaker, TV Host, Podcaster, Intentional Living Expert and Re-Invention Specialist. Diane is also the CEO and Founder of I HAVE TODAY - A book, TV Show, and platform that helps women live enriched, empowered, inspiring lives through their transitions, to reinvent themselves.

I loved this conversation because we covered it all. We explore the power of forgiveness and how there are three stages you need to move through. We speak about the way we’re all supported and guided by a higher consciousness. We also discuss what it takes to be get inspired and how you can turn insights into momentum to drive you into to the life you want.

We talk about creativity, meditation, and the power of self-acceptance along with judgement, why we never feel enough, and the importance of looking out for signs.

In short, we dance through it all!

You’ll find that Diane’s philosophy on life is just beautiful - I promise she’s going to inspire you.

She’s an advocate for the idea that all you have is today.

And because of that, Diane lives intentionally with a commitment to make every day different, special, and extraordinary.

We can all live out our lives like Diane.

We can all tap into the resourcefulness and curiosity within to discover who we really are and what we want to do. We all have the power to create, expand, and grow so we can enjoy everything life has to offer.

So if you want a kick-start to a life you love, this episode is a no-brainer. It will leave you inspired, empowered, and motivated to grab every moment and live it as fully as you can.

“Nothing is ever happening to you — it’s happening for you. Even the pain is there to teach you something.”

Host: Raj Jana

Guest: Diane Forster

Resources:

Diane Forster - Website

10 Days to Your Passion and Purpose - Diane’s incredible challenge

I Have Today: Find Your Passion, Purpose and Smile...Finally! - Book

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“We can learn so much about our flaws, our rationalities, our biases, but overcoming them in real time is not possible.”

The personal development industry hinges on the need for us to “change our mindset” so we can create permanent change in our lives.

It’s good advice.

After all, the way we think and the things we believe fuel our decisions and our behaviors.

But change is hard.

If you’ve ever tried to start a business, lose weight, save money (or do anything that’s outside your normal, everyday life), you’ll know how difficult it can be. Everything from resistance, to laziness, to a lack of motivation seem to hold us back.

If only there was an easier way. If only we could ‘hack’ our way to the desirable behaviors that take us closer to our goals...

Turns out there is.

And in this week’s guest, Kristen Berman, shows us how.

Kristen Berman studies how people actually act in the marketplace, as opposed to how they should or would perform if they were completely rational.Kristen co-founded Irrational Labs, a behavioral product design company, with Dan Ariely in 2013. Irrational Labs helps companies and nonprofits understand and leverage behavioral economics to increase the health, wealth and happiness of their users.

“If you’re feeling motivated to learn a new skill, go online and hire a tutor. Lock yourself into that increased motivation because in an hour, two hours or four hours, you may not have that motivation.”

This week’s episode is another doozy :)

Whether you’re looking to do something outside your comfort zone or you’re committed to achieving a challenging goal, you NEED to listen in.

And yes, I do say NEED.

We’re not here to settle for less that the things we want.

Instead, we’re here to walk the extraordinary path through life. We’re here to have our cake and eat it too. And thanks to Kristen’s knowledge and strategies, you’ll discover how you really can have it all.

Because as soon as you learn to hack your behaviors and turn on the ones you need at will, you can do anything.

So listen in now. You’ll learn about motivation, how to spark it, and how to use it.

You’ll discover the real reasons we do what we do (hint! It’s not what you think)!

And most importantly, you’ll discover how to leverage your most powerful weapon in your ‘getting it done’ arsenal. But you’ll have to listen in to discover what it is!

“I prefer the word 'curiosity' to 'passion.' Passion proclaims that it’s permanent and has a lot of weight versus curiosity, which is an open door that we can go through.”

How to contact

Follow Kristen on Twitter at https://twitter.com/bermster
Learn more about the behavioral economics work that Kristen does at https://irrationallabs.org/

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Host: Raj Jana

Guest: Kirsten Berman

Resources:

Hacking Human Nature for Good: A Practical Guide to Changing Human Behavior

Irrational Labs

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This week’s guest ended up becoming the CEO of a tech company that he first discovered as a user.

Dan Clark was one of Brain.fm’s very first users. If you’re not familiar with Brain.fm, it’s a tool that maximizes productivity through music that boosts focus and gets you into your flow state with ease. It’s a tool I use (and recommend) and something I describe as ‘audio adderall’!

I first went down the rabbit hole with Dan in a bar in New York City. We were supposed to be watching the Texas game, but instead had a four-hour conversation about life, passion, and persistence.

It was so inspiring for me that I couldn’t wait to get Dan on the show so you could get a taste of his wisdom. He’s another incredible example of someone who’s living a passionate life by doing things that convention says shouldn’t be possible.

So take a listen to his episode now and discover the full story behind his journey with Brain.FM, why he started out for free, and the 12 persistent phone calls that kick-started it all. You’ll also discover Dan’s personal take on productivity, giving, and why he loves to travel, cook, and do adventurous things (such as deciding to step foot on all seven continents).

It’s a doozy of an episode to kick-start your 2019 and I know you’re going to take a ton away.

“Humans are the only creatures that can instill habits in themselves. So start really small, work on something, accomplish it and then do something a little bit bigger.”

One of the things I love most about this episode is Dan’s commitment to doing work that he loves.

[You have to be pretty passionate to work for someone for free, right?]

But as you’ll discover, this is an empowering and inspiring approach to life. Dan and I share a similar set of beliefs - that you’re here on earth for a limited amount of time and so you’d better make the most of that time.

You better create ‘the biggest splash possible’.

Want to inject some of this philosophy into your New Year plans?

Then tune into this episode of the Stay Grounded Podcast to discover ideas, strategies, and daily practices that will help you be your best self and do more with your time in the months ahead.

Can’t wait to hear your takeaways.

“Gratitude provides the foundation, curiosity is the skyscraper. I think sitting in this skyscraper and looking down at what you accomplished is the thing that keeps me grounded and pushes me to keep building skyscrapers.”

Host: Raj Jana

Guest: Dan Clark

Resources:

To try the app: Brain.fm

Instagram: @brainfmapp

To get in touch with Dan: dan@brain.fm

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“For me, dependence comes from wanting things to be a certain way as opposed to transforming myself into someone that can thrive regardless of what the situation is.”

Can you believe we’re a few days away from 2019? This week’s episode is our last show of the year and has a bit of a different spin on it.

It’s a solo reflection from yours truly. I really wanted to take some time to connect with you and share a few reflections I had from such an incredibly busy year.

2018 was a big year for me. It came with a lot of change, growth and a lot of lessons that I’m grateful to have experiences so early in my entrepreneurial journey. This was my first full year as an entrepreneur, and one that that redefined what it means push the limits of fear and comfort.

In this episode, I talk to you a bit about my journey in 2018 - the highs, the lows and all that fell in between. I also share with you the 7 Questions that I use for my end of year process to wrap up 2018 and set up 2019 for incredible growth.

Thank you all for taking this journey with me. We’ll be back in 2019 bigger and better, helping you to create a life that you love. Stay Grounded kicks off 2019 with a lot of amazing new content, Monday through Friday, to be a key resource in supporting you and your goals.

Please reach out to me with your thoughts, ideas, feedback and questions. I read every single Instagram message, email, comment and they all mean the world to me. If you have any questions you want answered, send me a note ane let me know what you’re wanting to hear: hello@rajjana.com

Have a safe and happy new year's celebration! Here's to life, love, and everything in between.

Stay Grounded.

This episode is perfect for you if you:

Want to to help with bringing closure to 2018
Want to set yourself up for success in 2019
Are preparing for an end of year reflection
Are excited about the New Year
Want to take a different approach with creating your New Year’s Resolutions

Host: Raj Jana

Resources:

hello@rajjana.com
Facebook Group
Instagram

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“We don’t have change, if we don’t expect it”

I’ve had a lot of interesting people on the Stay Grounded podcast during 2018, but this week’s episode broke a new record.

At 98, Dr Gladys McGarey is our oldest guest yet.

Dr. Gladys has devoted her entire life to changing the face of modern medicine - and she’s seen so much.

She grew up in India where both her parents worked as medical missionaries during the 1920s and she trained to become a doctor during World War II.

Instead of a focus on healing, she felt medicine was too focused on ‘getting rid’ of the things we don’t want such as pain, disease, and bacteria.

So, instead of being ‘at war’ with our bodies, Gladys became passionate about life and living.

This sparked a lifelong mission to explore holistic medicine, which led to Gladys co-founding the American Holistic Medical Association in 1977.

She was the first person to utilize Acupuncture in the United States - and trained others how to use it.

The Foundation for Living Medicine was created from her visionary life - with the mission to create a healthier world by fostering our own capacity to heal and to further extraordinary legacies, regardless of age or medical history.

She’s widely considered to be The Mother of Holistic Medicine - and I can see why.

Dr Gladys is one of the most beautiful people I’ve ever met.

You can feel her warmth, love, and passion for life in her voice, which is why I know this episode is going to spark something inside of you.

Her “5 Ls” may encourage you to take a fresh approach to your own wellness journey.

Her incredible stories of healing may inspire some healing of your own.

And her belief that we all have a physician within may help you listen more intently to your own inner wisdom, that’s always ready to guide us.

So tune in.

You’ll learn plenty from this 98-year-old who has the passion, vitality, and vibrancy of someone half her age - and get inspired to create the same.

Enjoy!

This episode is for you if:

Are curious about a holistic approach to wellness
Want to know more about alternative practices for healing
Are in the mood for endless gems of wisdom
Want to learn more about Living Medicine

Host: Raj Jana

Guest: Dr. Gladys McGarey

Resources: Foundation for Living Medicine

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“Even if I don’t think I can do something, just take that next step and go for it. It’s amazing what you can do even when you don’t even know it’s possible.”

I'm really excited for this week's guest.

Jen Hansard is the founder of Simple Green Smoothies, a business that she started out of a need and strong desire to keep her family healthy. This simple remedy has created a health movement that inspires millions of people (and counting) all over the world. But that’s not even the highlight of Jen’s journey.

In addition to her business success, Jen is a mother, a best selling author, a wellness advocate, pilot in training and the perfect example of what it means to both, have it all and handle it all.

She is proof that anything is possible.

That you don’t have to settle and that the only limits in your life are the ones you decide to keep over yourself.

We talk today about her love of life, our different life hacks, how she leans into the fear, embraces discomfort, and the power she wields by saying “yes!” to things that excite.

This conversation will inspire you, empower you - even compel you to get real with where you may be settling and challenge you to look at your life through fresh eyes.

Jen believes there’s NOTHING she can’t do.

What kind of life would you lead if you took that same belief for yourself?

So enjoy the wonderful person that is, Mrs. Jen Hansard.

This episode is for you if:

Want to have it all and handle it all
Are stopped by your fears
Want to create more excitement in your life
Are looking for ways to create more time for the things you love

Host: Raj Jana

Guest: Jen Hansard

Resources: 7 Day Smoothie Challenge

Jen's Instagram

Simple Green Smoothies Instagram

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“The universe doesn’t stop giving us likes and clues, we just develop a resistance to hearing them because they’re usually inconvenient”

This week’s episode is definitely one of my favorites.

Dmitriy Kozlov, who I affectionately refer to as Dima, is a successful entrepreneur , spoken word poet, and a friend who I attribute a lot of my personal growth to.

Dima’s purpose in life is to accelerate the evolution of love through inspiring and empowering influencers.

One of the ways he does that is through his company, Influex - an agency that specializes in building personal brand websites that express essence and amplify influence. (in fact, the Influex team built www.rajjana.com!)

But this podcast is less about business and more about self-awareness and personal evolution.

I’ve never met anyone so willing to dance with demons and let go of attachments.

Dima isn’t afraid of ‘ego death’ - if there’s any chance it will take him closer to his truth.

He’s not afraid to be vulnerable and to reveal his heart (and his soul) to others. He doesn’t even care if his entire life turns upside down - as long at that turmoil brings him closer to who he really is.

Dima is all about living his fullest life possible and I’m sure that in this episode, he’ll inspire you to do the same.

What I value most about Dima, and you’ll hear it all throughout our conversation, is his ability clearly articulate his thoughts, feelings and emotions with a sense of poetic justice.

It’s all communicated from a place of love, and the way that he shares the deepest and most vulnerable parts of himself will leave you empowered to share your own story in a beautifully unique way.

So tune in now and discover what incredible things you can open up for yourself (and your life) when you listen to your inner voice.

Discover what happens when you actually trust the universe to take care of you.

Find out what’s possible when you transform pain into purpose and allow challenges to guide you on a hero’s journey that takes you ever closer to your core.

Because once you go within, you’ll never go without.

Resources:

Story: https://dmitriykozlov.com/my-story/

Website: https://www.influex.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmitriykozlov

This episode is great for you if you

Are struggling with tuning into your internal voice
Are experiencing fear around making changes in your life
Are feeling stuck in terms of your career or are figuring out who you are
Want to learn more about how powerful of a tool vulnerability and authenticity can be

[05:22] Dima, more than anyone that I know, is extremely attuned his feelings, emotions, passions and motivations. We discuss his journey of self awareness and how he came to this journey of personal evolution. He discussed his experience with depression at age 13; being an immigrant, he was subjected to a lot of bullying and eventually joined a gang as an act of rebellion. That same year he attempted suicide and it was surviving that experience that gave him a renewed energy for life. These moments of renewal continued to show up in his life - what he describes as “deaths” and “rebirths;” there would be things in the Universe that would pull him to a mini death of what his life was at that moment and into a rebirth process of following his truth and his heart.

[9:10] “If you’re sensitive enough or awake enough, staying stuck in whatever life you’re in, even if it seems good on the surface - I can listen my soul crying, I could feel that pain inside”

Dima says that the pain of not living the life of your desired dreams can trigger a quick, mini death that drives things forward, brings about change, growth and evolution or it can feel like a more slow, painful death from the inside out. On the other side of that pain exists courage, strength and even naivety to keep moving forward, often into the unknown.

[12:15] I asked him how to tune into that voice, especially when things are going well. How do you hear the voice and how do you learn to trust it? We’re surrounded by voices, from the people in our lives, including our own. The lesson is figuring out how to understand them so that we can decipher which are the messages from divine guidance/intuition. Dima mentioned it’s important to develop this relationship with those voices so that we can be aware of them since they don’t always come from our higher self. Knowing the difference gives us the power to choose.

[18:12] We talk about the power of authenticity and vulnerability. I talk to Dima about vulnerability and how it plays in his life. His biggest lesson has been learning to share his truth with himself and others. He says that our world becomes a reflection of ourselves and he wants to live in a world where people are vulnerable and free to authentically express, that has to start with him!

[18:57] We all want to be seen, that’s the deepest human need and vulnerability is the key. It unlocks our own doors and breaks down the walls for us to be seen for who we are. It also does the same for others, giving them room to tear down their walls allows for an authentic connection. We also touch on navigating the need to be seen versus the need to be validated. Dima says validation and vulnerability doesn’t always jive.

[26:30] Being vulnerable when you feel like the world is expecting something from you has happened to Dima multiple times - especially w/ having to reconcile his internal feelings with having an external identity that’s based on clarity, vision and an ability to lead. He had a recent experience after Burning Man and had a vulnerable conversation with his leadership team about what he was able to contribute. By addressing his limitations, he created a conversation with his team around their dreams and visions, followed by a discussion on how they could manifest them into the culture without having to rely on him to contribute at full capacity.

[32:31] “Truth is more powerful than any of the most powerful lies” was his response when I asked him why he thinks that things tend to line up when we lean into radical honesty and authenticity. Even if it doesn’t appear that way, honoring our truth is always more aligned with what the Universe is conjuring up.

[38:27] We talk about Dima’s spoken word and what led him to expressing artistically,

‘Art is the outlet for whatever wants to come through us that doesn’t always find a channel through the rest of our lives.” He rapped as a teenager and channeled a lot of his darkness and anger. He picked up spoken word at age 25, a time when he was going through a heartbreak. Spoken world has also became a safe way for him to express his emotions.

[45:03} Dima shares how he stays grounded with yoga, meditation and journaling. He hasn’t been consistent with each practice but he makes sure to maintain at least one; currently, it’s journaling. He journals 3 pages of stream of consciousness writing daily. Dima suggests that we all do something each day that serves us and to do it consistently.

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“I had this realization that the greatest gift of being a human is the gift of imperfection. The gods or the universe don’t have the luxury of making mistakes and we do. So I relish in how many mistakes I get to make.”

It’s officially the most wonderful time of the year, everyone! December is my favorite month, with the new year, literally, right around the corner, this is when I like to take a pause, sit back and reflect on the year. What worked, what didn’t work, what are the areas where I can evolve and grow in the upcoming year? 2018 shot by and it’s important that you take a moment to get grounded and align your mindset for success heading into the New Year!

Speaking of success, I can’t wait for you to tune into today’s episode of Stay Grounded. Ian Stanley is a stand up comedian, film maker and one of the best copywriters in the world, selling over $100 million worth of products in the last several years.

Ian joins us today to chat about his journey as an entrepreneur and the session with psychotherapist Brent Charleton that changed his life, his business and set him on a new trajectory of success.

After that session, Ian and Brent joined forces to create the LionHeart workshop, designed to help uncover and resolve the hidden blocks keeping you from success in business, money, personal relationships, confidence or wherever you’re feeling stuck.

I’ve know Ian for a few years and can speak first hand to his transformation. Seeing his journey has been an awesome experience, as I’m always inspired to see entrepreneurs reach a new level of growth.

In this episode, Ian and I talk about fear, pain, and why you need to put yourself through the discomfort of growth. We chat about the core problem with entrepreneurs and their inability to slow down - and the damage this causes. We also discussed Ian’s ‘Brad Pitt of dogs’ and the two wolf story that can determine whether you live a life of fear or a life of love and joy. There’s so much good stuff to dive into. So if you’re always working…If you constantly self-sabotage your success…And if you have issues with money…You should definitely tune into this episode.

Also, heads up. You’re going to hear “teen” and “child” frequently throughout this conversation. This isn’t a reference to either my or Ian’s children or to young Ian and young Raj. The work we’re discussing is based on the 3 Ego States: The Wounded Child, The Adaptive Teen and the Functioning Adult.

Host: Raj Jana

Guest: Ian Stanely

Resources: LionHeart

This episode is perfect for you if you:

Are looking to make waves in 2019 as entrepreneur, in your career or with overall success.
Want to reach the next level in business or in your personal life and can’t figure out where to begin.
Want to align your mindset with your actions and cultivate a life of gratitude, contentment and happiness.
[07:25] Having already had so much success ,we discuss why Ian felt the need to see a therapist. He discusses how the things that worked in the past were no longer serving him (this is common for a lot of entrepreneurs) and kept hearing from different masterminds that it would be beneficial for him to go!
[10:41] This is where we get into the “why,” things that once worked him, stopped working. Ian talks about how these processes were built during his “adaptive teen” phase, the hustle and grind phase. As you move beyond that ego state to the state of the “functioning adult,” your teen has a hard mellowing out and decompressing.
[12:03] Ian tells us about his moment of enlightenment, it hit when he was 19. As great as it was, he noticed that being cut off from negative emotions left him numb because he was also unable to tap into positivity. He says the work to staying grounded and aware never stops - the degrees to it just change.
[16:08] Ian talks about how powerful a doing a correction is for tackling old, hindering habits. Now, when his teen makes a cameo appearance - he doesn’t feel the need to succumb to that hustle mentality. The adult takes the reigns, acknowledges the teen and takes the approach to care for himself.
[17:53] Both the child and the teen are defined by fear. No surprise, right? Ian says that inside each of us, there’s a part of us that’s scared (the child) and a part of us that’s trying to protect us from that fear (the teen).
[20:21] Stand up is the thing that gets Ian’s heart pumping, it also triggers a lot of fear for him. He talked about the shame and guilt he experienced around stand up and realizing that the fear is stemming from this being the thing that he’s supposed to do. He says there’s “no greater fear than becoming who you are.”
[24:50] I ask Ian why someone so successful, and aware of it, would put themselves through all of that emotional work? He says most people, when they actually take a minute to look, find that there’s something missing.The problem is, especially w/ entrepreneurs, is that they don’t slow down enough to take that look.
[32:24] Ian shares a heartfelt story about being reminded about a winner’s mindset and shares with us how feed the good wolf while reconciling the existence of the bad wolf. “Our attachment to emotions is what defines them as “good” or ‘“bad” and each moment we can either resist what’s happening (bad wolf) or surrender to the fact that this moment is your reality and exactly what’s supposed to be happening.”
[42:14] I ask Ian how he makes the connection between challenges in his health and diet to other areas of his life. He checks in with himself to identify areas where things are going well - typically there’s a correlation. Ex: Having great success at work, being unable to handle that and using that fear to sabotage your body or your relationships.
[55:15] To stay grounded, Ian visualizes his life in the future with a perspective that it won’t necessarily be better, it’ll just be different. Also being in the adult state, you realize that everyone has equal value and we all just express it differently. We all have our own stuff and it comes from things beyond our control - we’re all just trying our best.

How to contact

You can find more about Ian and Fixt Water via www.fixtwater.com

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“I’d been doing all these diets in the past to look a certain way rather than feel a certain way.”

This week’s guest turned her life around after watching a documentary on Netflix.

Rewind four years and not only was Krysta Francoeur 40lb overweight, but she was constantly sick. Prone to illness, infections, colds, severe clinical depression and terrible fibromyalgia symptoms. You name it, for over 15 years Krysta’s life had been marred by poor health and it was preventing her from participating in life fully.

That documentary changed everything for Krysta.

Not only did it inspire her to transform her relationship with food, but it also kick-started a journey of spiritual discovery and modern day witchcraft.

Previously a designer, Krysta is now the founder of Wild Remedies - an online brand that helps people heal through the power of plants. A potion master and lover of nature, Krysta listened to the universe (as you’ll hear in this episode) to create her own brand of Chaga tea.

Nowadays, Krysta has her health and as a result she’s able to create a life she loves.

So tune in and discover how an understanding of how the universe works can empower you to dance to your own beat.

“Health is wealth. If you do not have your health you do not have anything.”

One of the things I love most about this episode is the breadth of topics we discuss as we search for the root of health, happiness, and fulfillment.

For sure we touch on food as it’s where Krysta’s journey started, then we go deeper.

We discuss the power of faith in the universe, why seemingly ‘bad’ emotions are medicine, and the importance of learning from your past and navigating challenges with grace. We discuss meditation, intuition, and the value of health too.

Krysta’s search to become whole again inspired me and I just know you’ll feel exactly the same way.

So tune in with an open-mind and soak up the wisdom of this modern day witch who’s found her own beautiful route to health and happiness.

Let yourself be inspired by the elegant way Krysta has chosen to navigate her life.

“Feelings like depression and grief are actually medicine.”

Some questions I ask:

Why do you think you were able to take someone else’s rock bottom and turn it into something that fuelled positive change you. [6:50]
Why do you think a desire to feel a certain way is so powerful at influencing the way you navigate through life. [8:39]
Why do you feel fearful of being ill again if you’re so healthy now? [9:40]
How does the attitude about the way you feel influence the way you heal? [11:35]
How can we know that we’ve learned the lesson from grief? [14:15]
When did you realize that astrology and others had wisdom for your life? [19:19]
How did you learn to appreciate the small wins when you first started out? [27:58]
How do you define faith? [31:47]
How do you look at your past differently - especially the hard time - now you have more spiritual awareness? [34:35]
How would you teach your younger self that your rock bottom experiences are meant to be experienced? [37:08]
How do you stay grounded? [50:30]

In this episode, you will hear about:

How a diet caused Krysta to lose her gallbladder. [8:22]
Krysta’s experience with adrenal fatigue. [10:30]
The problem with having negative feelings in today’s society. [12:50]
The importance of faith. [18:00]
How you can train yourself to be more open to the signs. [30:32]
The role of meditation in Krysta’s life (and the importance of nature). [39:03]
How Krysta became comfortable making potions. [41:37]
The story of how Krysta discovered Chaga at the ‘center of the universe’. [44:17]

How to contact

Learn more about Chaga on the Wild Remedies Shop at www.wildremediesshop.com.

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“I don’t believe there’s a ceiling to how good life can get. I don’t believe there’s a limit to the amount of love I can feel.”

Today’s podcast is a little different.

Adam and I recorded this just after we first met! We were both at a book launch of a mutual friend in New York City and I had to go up and give him a hug because he’d just blown me away!

I know what it’s like to speak on a big stage. That mix of fear and nervous energy is all-consuming - and that’s when you know what you’re going to say! So imagine stepping onto a stage to deliver a poem that hasn’t even been written.

Well that’s what Adam did. He delivered the most beautiful, impromptu poem flawlessly. I was so inspired by this man’s ability to dance with the fear that I had to get to know him better.

And this podcast episode is the result.

Recorded under Brooklyn Bridge in NYC, this was the second deep dive conversation Adam and I had on this day. The first for Adam’s podcast, and the second for episode 51 of the Stay Grounded podcast.

So listen in… you’re in for a treat.

“Awareness gives us choice and choice leads to change.”

As you’ll hear, Adam is an incredible human being.

This spoken word poet, filmmaker, and broadcaster has turned raw, authentic self-expression into a work of art which is so inspiring to others.

He’s not afraid to dance with fear or pain - instead he embraces it all on his path to ‘choosing love’. In this episode we talk about Adam’s fascination for the mechanics of how reality is created. We go well and truly down the rabbit hole! It’s an education in itself to get a taster at the lens through which this man sees the world.

You’ll hear all about how Adam and his partner of 9½ years chose to end their relationship - and why they filmed the breakup. You’ll also hear the reason why Adam is able to find compassion even in the face of childhood trauma.

This impromptu episode is a nod to a man who lives a courageous life inspired by the moment. I loved it and I just know you will too. So tune into the wisdom of our new friend, Adam Roa.

“Love will always win because that’s all there is.”

Some questions I ask:

The end of your 9 ½ year relationship. Why is it important to capture moments of yourself that are so vulnerable? [1:40]
How did you make the distinction to know that even though something was going well, it wasn’t going right? [5:00]
Can you experience pain, but through the lens of love? [11:17]
What was the first time you broke the victim cycle in your life? [22:18]
Why do you think it’s important to share who we are in order to find who we are? [28:35]
How do you forgive in an impossible situation? [52:49]
How do you stay grounded? [58:28]

In this episode, you will hear about:

Why it’s hard to be a human in 2018. [3:22]
Going to wizard school and how you can hone intuition as a skill. [7:50]
How you cultivate trust in yourself. [16:24]
The power of choosing the lens that you look through life. [21:00]
The wall between men’s hearts. [35:05]
Why curiosity is love. [36:39]
The story of Adam’s first ever freestyle poem. [39:31]
Adam’s views on evil (and why it’s doing the best it can to love itself). [47:00]

How to contact

Check out Adam Roa at www.AdamRoa.com
Watch Adam’s YouTube show - The Art of Choosing Love.

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“I actually am more brother and sister with people that are across incredibly diverse paths and walks of life than I had ever imagined.”

In this 50th episode (woohoo!) of the Stay Grounded Podcast, I wanted to bring you an extra special guest to mark this big milestone.

And Matthew Abrams delivered. Matthew’s passion (and life purpose) is to support individuals and collectives to reach their fullest potential. He does this by creating and holding courageous spaces where people feel safe to explore with vulnerability, and honesty.

The reason Matthew can do this so beautifully is because of his rich curiosity for himself and his fellow humans. After spending 9 months travelling, living, and working in really diverse cultures Matthew learned first hand how similar we all are - and how are differences can create deep connection.

We just have to be prepared to pull away the veil.

“There’s something in the space between you and me that’s magic and only together through curiosity and exploration and a commitment to that pursuit can we find it.”

This episode is about collective evolution as much as it is about individual development.

It’s a conversation that can get uncomfortable - Matthew acknowledges this, but inspires us to go to the uncomfortable edge because that’s where all the growth lies.

So brace yourselves for a deep discussion about courage, curiosity, and the need to understand yourself - so you can understand others. Dive into a conversation about vulnerable connection, deep self-awareness, and what can happen when we’re unwilling to go to get curious and walk through the doors that open..

I was so inspired by Matt’s presence and his philosophies - and I’m sure you will feel exactly the same.

So settle into this episode and let yourself be inspired and uplifted by your friend, the incredible Matthew Abrams.

“I love holding spaces that are courageous places to explore vulnerability, to explore connection, to explore personal discovery and collective achievement - that’s why I’m on this planet.”

Some questions I ask:

How did you learn to navigate life in the artful way that you do? [1:30]
Do you practice curiosity with yourself? [8:36]
How have your fears evolved over time? [15:55]
How do you get aware when you’re avoiding the shadow? [21:57]
Are there commonalities with your fears or do you fear many things? [24:55]
Where does ‘them v us’ come from? [28:00]
How has your self-awareness shown up in times when you’ve needed it most? [32:30]
How do you accelerate the development of self-awareness? [37:06]
How do you train yourself to have the courage to be a beginner? [42:30]
How do you stay grounded? [46:33]

In this episode, you will hear about:

Why Matt’s life began when he was 27. [1:35]
The role of curiosity in our lives. [6:28]
Privilege: How society supports Matt to NOT be curious about himself and how it influences how he sees the world. [9:58]
What causes ‘otherness’, religion, and how we get fragmented as humans. [14:00]
The conversation Matthew’s has with his fears when they show up. [19:20]
The 5% ‘edge’ - why we avoid it, and why it’s where the magic sits. [31:26]
The story of Matthew’s parents’ divorce. [33:40]
The discipline to do the ‘work’ and two powerful reflection questions to ask yourself. [38:40]

How to contact

Check out the work Matthew does with leadership teams in companies and how we supports CEOs and founders at www.matthew-abrams.com.

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“I can have whatever I want - I just have to think about it.”

It’s not often that you get to sit down with a man who sees no limits.

We live in a society where we’re conditioned to be average. We’re surrounded by restrictions and limitations that compel us to settle for less and drop dreams of a better life.

Jesse Elder doesn’t see life in the same way that most of us do.

The oldest of five, Jesse was homeschooled and raised in an environment where he was given a free reign. He had permission to explore his passions and his interests - free of the restrictions that most of us face. The freedom allowed him to take ownership of the things that got him excited.

And it began to program his mind to view life through a radically different lens.

Jesse is the modern day action philosopher.

And in this episode, you’ll discover how you can use your thoughts to get more out of your life - whether that’s more health, wealth, happiness, wisdom, or success.

So listen in with an open-mind and an open heart. You’re going to hear insights that will challenge the norm. You will hear ideas that go against the grain. But Jesse’s results speak for themselves.

Through his Mind Vitamins, his coaching programs, and mentorships, Jesse has helped hundreds of thousands of people live life on their terms. And thanks to this podcast, you can have that experience too.

“When you accept yourself 100% unconditionally, when you appreciate yourself unconditionally, and when you actually love yourself unconditionally, the world starts to reflect that - every single time - and you begin to live without resistance - other than the resistance that you’re consciously selecting for the purpose of enjoying the game.”

Jesse takes us down all sorts of crazy rabbit holes in this episode.

We talk about fear, perception, pain, time, meditation, presence, resistance, visualization - you name it!

This powerful conversation reveals the strategies and mindsets Jesse uses to experience true freedom.

So get ready to reengineer your life. Get ready to explore how you can use your mind to create the life you really want. I took so much value from this episode and I know the same will be true for you.

“Presence is the inevitable state of a human who suspends their addiction to linear time.”

Some questions I ask:

Was there an experience in your life that made visualization your preferred method of manifesting future - and when was the first time you witnessed the power of visualization in your life? [1:15]
Why were you able to evade some of the clouding and distractions that comes from churches, schools, and parents? [6:10]
How does the energy of fear feel to you? [16:39]
If you introduce calculated struggle in your life, can you access enhanced states on demand? Have you experienced this in your life? [20:35]
Why does the mind play resistance on repeat - even when we’ve realized the truth? [22:22]
How do you accelerate the process of reengineering your life in a sea of average? [26:00]
How does creating new normals expand your self awareness? [29:32]
What would you teach a child? [36:10]
What role does presence play and how do you cultivate it? [37:39]
How do you stay grounded? [47:20]

In this episode, you will hear about:

The moment Jesse realized there was nothing he couldn’t have. [3:00]
When logic can be an amazing tool for you - and what you can do instead if you think you can’t do the things you want. [10:15]
The two reasons Jesse doesn’t fear anything anymore. [14:56]
Why we live in a society that’s completely designed to create average people. [23:25]
The importance of creating new experiences every day. [25:07]
Why it’s BS that you become the average of the five people you hang around with. [28:00]
How Jesse views time and how this transforms perception and the way you approach life. [32:00]
How to be present with pain. [42:23]
The PAIN acronym. [44:35]

How to contact

Check out www.jesseelder.com for the Mind Vitamins videos - it’s also the place to grab Jesse’s Prime Light Meditation for free.
Join Jesse’s The Mind Vitamin Community here.

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“Experiences develop you. They define you. They refine your attitude.”

This episode’s guest has been called “The Real Life Wizard of Oz" by Forbes and Entrepreneur Magazine because he has the ability to make the impossible, possible.

Nowadays, Steve Sims rubs shoulders with celebrities and billionaires. His luxury personal concierge service, Bluefish, creates incredible experiences for its members and allows Steve to live an interesting life vicariously through his clients.

But it wasn’t always this way. Steve started out as a bricklayer. As an East London boy who grew up in a low income family, he was well versed in the ‘them vs us’ culture.

He’d look at the people who seemed to have it all and wondered why he couldn’t live like that. When he realized there was no real reason (and it was all in his head), he started to challenge himself to live a fuller life on a daily basis.

And in this episode, Steve shares how you can do the same by using experiences to seize life by the horns and infuse everyday with surprise, delight, and wonder - even without money.

“People want more what they can feel. What they can engage with and be immersed with rather than what they can stick on their wrist.”

But why do experiences create such a potent way of living?

Steve reveals how we’re questioning the value of material possessions more and more. We’re asking ourselves value do physical items really have? We don’t have to buy a $50k watch, we can join a club and borrow one. We don’t have to own a Ferrari, we can rent one.

Experiences transcend any money and touch you somewhere much deeper. They’re a pattern interrupt and they change you for life. Once you’ve had an experience it doesn’t matter what else happen in your life. You’ve always got that moment and that memory.

But that’s not all…

The process of creating experiences also requires you face your fear of failure.

They provide insane growth opportunities.

It’s why this conversation with Steve dives into juicy topics such as risk taking, judgement, being the dumbest person in the room, and even finding your ‘unicorn’. So buckle up! This whisky loving biker is going to take you on a crazy ride that might just transform how you live your life for good.

“You don’t need to have all of the answers to grow. You just need to have the ability to be open and listen to those who know more than you.”

Some questions I ask:

You’ve worked with some incredible people. Why do you think people who have it all are so intrigued by the experiences you create for them? [6:02]
What makes an experience worth changing in your mind? [10:26]
How do you use experiences to grow? [19:40]
How do you get to be OK with people seeing you fail? [32:43]
How do you build the awareness to know what you should be learning from different people? [39:59]
What’s the most interesting 5% that you discovered someone else had that you didn’t know existed? [43:55]
How do you stay grounded? [54:52]

In this episode, you will hear about:

Why Steve is so fascinated with delivering experiences. [8:30]
The bike story and how it teaches us to let bad experiences refine you, NOT define you. [14:00]
Why Steve chooses appetizers that he doesn’t know. [20:54]
The story of the fall in the mall and what it teaches us about fear. [27:00]
The crab story and what it teaches us about judgement and other people’s success. [34:34]
The BMX story - why you don’t have to be an expert to get the answers and make the right choices. [39:13]
How Steve figures out his client’s ‘unicorn’ - and how you can do this for you. [40:27]

How to contact

www.stevedsims.com and subscribe to Steve’s newsletter.

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“Our only job as humans is to live in our truth.”

I didn’t know who Danete was when I took the empty spot next to her at dinner.

It was at a mastermind. I’d set myself the intention of connecting with some incredible humans and somehow I felt drawn to that empty seat. As we started chatting, I didn’t feel like I was having a conversation for the first time. I felt as though I already knew Danette.

It was beautiful, I was inspired, and I absolutely had to have Danette share her story right here - on the Stay Grounded podcast.

Now there’s a reason this is episode 47.

This number takes us right back to the rock bottom moment when Danette’s life transformed.

Rewind 5 years and Danette had just lost her son during childbirth, she was recently divorced, and had just $47 to her name.

This scenario would break most people, but somehow Danette found the courage to turn her ‘muck’ into opportunity and RISE into the phoenix of who she’s supposed to be in this lifetime.

“You don’t have to love all of it, but you get to love yourself through all of it.”

In the following five years, Danette turned that $47 into an 8-figure business.

Today, Danette May is America’s leading health expert and founder of Mindful Health and The Rise movement.

She’s a world renowned motivational speaker, she’s written seven best-sellers, and she’s been all over mainstream media. She’s reached over 100 million people through her Facebook lives alone and has helped countless people transform their pain into something meaningful and beautiful.

I’m beyond excited to bring you Danette in this episode, so buckle up and get ready to go deep.

This isn’t a rags to riches episode in the financial sense. Instead, this episode is about honoring YOUR soul and its journey.

I ask Danette questions that take us down the rabbit hole to uncover tools, insights, and practices that will empower you to find the joy in it all - however painful life gets.

So get ready to listen to one of the most tapped in people I know.

Feel the vulnerability, awaken your soul, and hear a story that’s going to help you rediscover your own.

“The pain is our gift.”

Some questions I ask:

You’ve been through hell and back. How do you think vulnerability helped you cope and how does vulnerability play out in your life today. [7:31]
Tell me about the defining moment when you started to become radically honest and looked inward. [14:24]
Do you think your body had wisdom that you were ignoring for a while? [19:47]
How do you get comfortable trusting the wisdom in your body when it’s not telling you what you want to hear? [23:45]
How does forgiveness allow you to love yourself even when you can’t love the situation? [26:37]
If you could be a friend and go back to Danette at rock bottom, how would you support yourself? [30:05]
What are the different colors of happiness? [31:45]
Did you judge yourself when you started your journey? [35:10]
How do you write your own story? [41:43]
How did you use pain to develop your self awareness? [44:27]
Tell us about The Rise. [49:47]
How do you stay grounded? [53:00]

In this episode, you will hear about:

How you can love every part of your life - even the parts of you that are impossible to love, accept, and forgive. [10:06]
The ‘gap’ and the symbolism of the lotus flower. [11:31]
How Danette turned her ‘washing machine’ of rock bottom into an opportunity. [18:33]
Vulnerability hangovers. [19:47]
Why your body has so much wisdom. [22:43]
Why Danette forgives every day. [28:47]
How gratitude connects with joy to create the biggest catalyst for a fully expressed life. [34:02]
“Follow the butterflies” and what this has to do with your relationship with fear? [38:07]
How Soul Writing changed Danette’s life and how it can transform yours. [45:16]

How to contact

Check out Danette’s incredible work at danettemay.com
You can also follow the conversation on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thedanettemay, YouTube: www.youtube.com/danettemay, and Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedanettemay

Get the book!

Listening to this podcast in October 2018? If so, HURRY! Danette’s brand new book - The Rise: An Unforgettable Journey of Self Love, forgiveness, and Transformation launches on October 23rd. But pre-order your copy www.danettemay.com/book and you’ll grab over $200 of FREE bonuses.

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“We’re all human beings and we all crave connection with other human beings.”

In this episode, I get to speak with the incredible Ken Blackman - a sex and relationship expert who focuses on sex, intimacy, and connection.

I believe your life is a product of your relationships - whether that’s with your friends, parents, your partner, your kids, or your work colleagues. In my own life I’ve found that the better your relationships, the better your life becomes so I couldn’t wait to get an expert perspective on something we all struggle with to some degree.

We’re social beings - we CRAVE connection - but it’s also an area of lives where we can find it difficult to have what we really want.

And in this episode, you’ll get some insights that will help you understand why that is.

“Courage is NOT fearlessness.”

Although Ken has been coaching for over 20 years, he wasn't always a relationship expert. Previously, he worked at Apple, but he found his true passion after struggling with intimate relationships himself.

Ken used to believe he had it all going against him - that he was a ‘hopeless case’. He didn’t see himself as attractive or charming. Instead, he saw himself as short, shy, and introverted - until he changed ONE thing.

And that’s just one of the topics we cover in this deep conversation.

So if you’re socially awkward, or you struggle with intimacy, or you just find connection hard, you’re going to want to tune into this episode. I promise you’ll take away some insight and some practical ideas that are going to transform the way you interact with the people in your life.

So enjoy!

“I learned that the only thing that mattered in my relationships is how I felt about myself.”

Some questions I ask:

Let’s go back to that first year. How did you become a relationship expert, what drew you to that, and how was it starting something new when you came from a corporate background. [1:10]
You mentioned that what happens in the bedroom is a microcosm for what’s happening in the entire relationship. What role does self-awareness play in this? [4:55]
What are some of the things you did that made you feel good about yourself? [7:21]
Do you think self awareness and self belief are the same thing? [8:36]
Why do you think facing your fears allowed you to feel better about yourself and shaped the man you are today? [10:22]
How do you turn things around if you’re afraid of social situations? [14:45]
Is vulnerability an absolute must for connection? [17:00]
How does emotional intelligence help you build a fulfilling life? [22:16]
How can you develop intuition and then use it to make sound decisions? [32:56]
Does the fear voice get quieter or does it get smarter? [37:10]
How do the best relationships stay grounded? [48:25]

In this episode, you will hear about:

How Ken’s relationship challenges and the transformation he personally experienced, kick-started his coaching journey.[2:51]
Why changing the way you feel about yourself can change your experience in relationships. [7:00]
The important difference between having an emotion and feeling an emotion. [8:50]
Why you should say the elephant in the room if you’re feeling socially awkward. [15:36]
What emotional intelligence actually is. [20:05]
The real reason we’re drawn to another human being (it’s not what you think!) [23:37]
‘Spidey sense’ - what guys (in general) are really looking for in a relationship. [27:25]
All about Gourmet Love Life. [44:47]
Why we judge our emotions. [46:25]

How to contact

If you want to be one of the first to work through Ken’s new couples coaching programme, visit www.gourmetlovelife.com.
Ken coaches 1-1 as well aso if you have any questions, email ken@kenblackman.com.

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“There’s a lot more going on here than just cells floating around in my body. My mind has a lot more to do with it than I believe.”

Frank started college just like any other student. He was outgoing, social, and identified himself as an athlete.

But that all changed in his second semester when he got diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. Used to peak fitness and endless physical energy, Frank started to experience intense stomach pains and blood in his stools - on a daily basis. Sport became painful and Frank’s social life dried up because he never wanted to be far from a toilet.

After 18 months of declining health, Frank put his trust in the doctors and agreed to have his colon removed. This involved major surgery and a length recovery process. Frank felt better for a few months, then the pain started all over again.

In this episode, Frank tells his story of finding positivity amongst this chaos.

He shares how he was able to learn from his dwindling health to take control of his life and find a way to be of service to others.

“I was going to get advice from everyone and filter that through my own decision-making system. But ultimately, it wasn’t going to be someone else making the decision for me… It was going to be me interviewing, learning and reviewing all this information.”

After traditional medicine failed to provide answers, Frank became the CEO of his own health - a decision that opened the door to an intense journey of spiritual and personal development.

Frank learned to see his physical condition through a broader lens. He realized the problem wasn’t just in his physical body - it was connected to his emotions and mindset too. He learned that overall wellness and human optimization is a combination or emotional, spiritual, and physical pillars. Neglect one of these and it create a dis-ease state in another part of your body.

It’s what makes this episode so fascinating.

This podcast is more than a journey back to health. It’s also shows how you can keep control and influence - even when you feel your life is held back by factors outside of your control.

So tune into this episode and listen to an incredible conversation about health, happiness, business, and the role your everyday decisions and habits play in creating a life that’s fulfilling - regardless of your circumstances.

Frank really is a rockstar and I can’t wait for you to be inspired by this unbelievable episode.

“You’re only as good as the patterns you run yesterday and today.”

Some questions I ask:

Can you tell us about your first illness? [5.29]
How was life for you after your colon was removed? [12:50]
What happened when you got Lymes Disease? [14:50]
What gave you the confidence to take ownership of your conditions and seek alternative solutions? [18:18]
How long did it take you to internalize new habits - and did your pain accelerate the process at all? [30:00]
Why did your body not want you to change? [33:22]
Give me a tangible example of how focusing on one part of your life led to clarity in another part. [36:50]
What is it about love that allows the body to heal? [41:30]
How do you stay grounded on a daily basis? [52:18]

In this episode, you will hear about:

Why Frank was advised to have his colon removed - and the harrowing detail of what this procedure involves. [10:00]
Why Frank became the CEO of his own health. [20:50]
The improvements Frank noticed as he began exploring alternative solutions. [22:19]
How Frank ‘repatterned his identity’ with the help of Rob Scott - getting results after just three days. [23:59]
Frank on the power of goal setting to create a life you love. [27:50]
Frank’s wellness routine and anchors. [32:00]
The interesting link between disease and emotions. [35:00]
The power of authentic human connection - what happened when Frank had cracks in his armor and he allowed other people in to support him. [38:52]
How love can play out in business - and what Frank is really selling at The Ohm Store. [45:45]
The real reason people buy products (and how this transforms what you sell). [48:25]

How to contact

Check out the love and Frank’s incredible singing bowl collection at www.theOhmstore.co.

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“Betting on yourself is probably one of the most accelerated tracks of genuine personal development that you’ll ever go down.”

In this episode I dive deep into the rabbit hole with psychotherapist and the ‘Shrink for Entrepreneurs’ - Peter Shallard.

Peter started his business journey in his homeland of New Zealand with a brick and mortar psychotherapy clinic. After a local business owner became a client, Peter was inspired to explore entrepreneurialism to build his own practice. This kick-started a love affair with business and how business can be used as a tool for accelerated human growth and development.

Fast-forward a decade, and Peter now works with entrepreneurs to help them achieve wealth, freedom, and sanity (the ultimate hat trick for entrepreneurs) so they’re in a position to figure out ‘what next’ - because that’s the place where life gets most fulfilling.

This episode is incredible. Peter is obsessed with understanding what makes people tick and why they’re compelled to do the things they do. Peter’s depth of insight is profound and it’s remarkable to hear him articulate the different dimensions of the psyche. It’s an episode I just know you’re going to take a ton away from.

The freedom-responsibility paradox: “Freedom is a great value to get you moving, but ultimately what you end up building requires a shouldering of some responsibility.”

Peter believes that now is the best time to be alive. Thanks to technology we have the ability to do so much. It’s one of the reasons that entrepreneurialism is such an attractive path to take through life.

Business helps you figure out your purpose and is a vehicle to uncover meaning. It drives personal development and growth too thanks to all the paradoxes you move through. So listen in…

You’ll hear an incredible conversation about suffering, pain, chaos, and struggle, and why we need these in our lives. You’ll learn how true freedom can only come from the shouldering of responsibility and you’ll hear why the service of others is the most powerful route to fulfillment.

Whether you’re a business owner.or not, I promise you will not view your work through the same lens after you’ve listened to this episode. It’s informative, inspiring, but above all transformative.

“I’m happiest and most centered when I’m drinking coffee and reading a good book.”

Some questions I ask:

What was it about the field of business psychology that attracted you in the first place? [5:47]
What was the shift that made you want to learn about sales, marketing, and copywriting? [12:25]
How did you train/brainwash your subconscious to ensure it was on your side as you made this shift? [15:58]
What are the similarities between people who are going through really dark stuff and people who have an eternal optimism about them? [20:15]
How do you recognize the fear patterns in your own life so you can bring them to the surface and solve them? [24:10]
What’s the value of uncovering those demons by putting yourself through so much struggle - what makes the journey worth it? [26:10]
How do you view responsibility? [28:40]
How does the pursuit of purpose in the shouldering of responsibility fuel some people? [31:50]
How do you train yourself to notice when the right opportunities show up in life? [34:56]
How do you change your relationship with hardship? [39:35]
In the midst of everything, how do you stay grounded? [47:53]

In this episode, you will hear about:

How a business owner client turned things around for Peter. [9:00]
How Peter used his psychotherapy background to become a more effective and impactful sales person. [17:40]
Why Peter recommends that entrepreneurs should get a job. [19:00]
The challenges we all have in common - regardless of who we are. [21:00]
Why taking on the challenge to create something from nothing is one of the most valuable things you can do for your own personal journey. [25:01]
The number one reason why people stop businesses in the western world. [27:30]
Why our current circumstances have put us on a search for meaning. [32:35]
Why an obsession with avoiding pain and seeking freedom and what feels good can stifle your personal and business growth. [37:40]
Why Peter credits his parents with his success. [44:23]

How to contact

Check out www.CommitAction.com to learn how Peter helps entrepreneurs outsource the battle for focus and productivity.
Read more from Peter over on his personal blog - www.PeterShallard.com.

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“An addiction is something that’s covering up something else.”

Jenn Edden has been helping people quit their sugar addiction for over 14 years. As you’ll hear in this episode, this is Jenn’s calling and she’s hugely passionate about the work she does.

Jenn captivated me because you don’t often hear sugar and addiction in the same sentence. But when you learn that sugar lights up the same part of the brain as cocaine, you realize how serious this addiction can be. I guess that’s what’s most scary. How many times were you given a lollipop when you were hurt or sick as a child?

Jenn is the real deal. Raised in an addictive family, Jenn admits she’s seen a lot. It’s one of the things that makes her such an authority on this subject. She knows her stuff and she’s going to get you to view sugar in a whole new way.

Especially if you have kids...

“First answer, right answer.”

As a mom of three, it’s fascinating to learn how Jenn has drawn from her own experiences and teachings to raise kids who have high self-esteem and strong awareness of their emotions. So listen in and discover some of the strategies Jenn uses to stop addiction from bedding down - so you can use them in your own life.

This episode dives into topics I wasn’t expecting to come up in a conversation about sugar - but as you’ll see they’re all related to addiction. We cover everything from guilt to forgiveness, to goal-setting, delayed gratification, failure, passion, and purpose.

I loved this episode so much and I know you’re going to love it too. So listen in. You’ll learn a heap about managing addiction, preventing addiction, and ultimately living in a way that’s true to your soul.

“Guilt is a wasted emotion and a learned behavior… Get the lesson and the guilt should melt away.”

Some questions I ask:

There are so many addictions out there. How did you decide to focus on sugar? [1:20]
When was the moment you realized enough was enough with the sugar in your life? [3:35]
Why do you think a near-death experience can help define what’s important for you? [6:48]
How do you teach kids and teenagers to love themselves? [19:00]
How does forgiveness play a role in addiction? [23:35]
What habits do you implement every single day so you can retrain your brain? [28:00]
Why does gratitude serve as a shield for you from the habits you don’t want to have? [29:59]
How do you keep track of your lessons? [25:23]
If you haven’t gone through a rock bottom, how do you create a rock bottom experience for yourself so that you can have the same level of knowledge? [36:50]
How do you stay grounded on a daily basis? [45:24]

In this episode, you will hear about:

Where does addiction come from? [9:00]
How you can know if you’re addicted to something. [12:26]
The most important lessons Jenn learned from her parents. [22:20]
The three words that can heal anything. [24:20]
How guilt is linked to sugar. [25:50]
Jenn’s 1-minute journaling practice that helps keep her aware and stops her getting into old stuff. [29:25]
How past experiences can be used to create a better experience for yourself. [31:42]
The number one thing Jenn teaches. [34:06]

How to contact

Jenn’s book Woman Unleashed
How to start your day clean with sugar free coffee - get your free download here.

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“You have to take a leap of faith that you can in fact succeed at one thing… and practice that great advice which is sometimes hard to follow which is called focus.”

This episode’s guest is a rockstar!

Majeed started his entrepreneurial journey when he was just 16. By the time he was 21, he’d bought and sold FIVE companies and used entrepreneurship to fund his passion for travel.

Majeed is now in his early 30s and he’s married with two young children, but his mantra for life hasn’t changed. “I live to travel” and that’s what he does! He now travels the world helping experts get their stories onto stages so they can serve more people with their message through public speaking.

It’s one of the reasons Majeed has such incredible insight. Through his work he gets to help all kinds of people including Olympic athletes. This breadth of knowledge and experience shines bright throughout conversation.

One topic we talk about a LOT is passion. It’s so important if you want a life that’s fulfilling.

So come listen in and discover powerful ways to infuse more passion into your life - even when you feel you’ve lost it. Majeed shares some simple strategies that you can use to transform your day-to-day reality almost instantly.

“Passion is really important to me, but it’s an incomplete strategy to say ‘follow your passion’ and everything else is going to work out.”

Watch out for the powerful strategy Majeed shares around the role of pain too.

Majeed explains how “taking action is a great way to take responsibility”. One place we can act is with our emotions. I loved the conversation we had about emotions being signals and how an understanding of what those signals are trying to communicate can transform how you experience the way you feel.

There’s so much gold in this episode it’s hard to sum it all up into a few words.

Spend just 45-minutes listening to this episode and you’ll take away some fresh ideas about all of life’s most important topics. Passion, legacy, pain, success, money, harmony, presence, self awareness, goals, family… we cover it all!

And you’ll be all the richer for investing your time with this incredible man.

“Taking action is a great way to take responsibility.”

“The most powerful beliefs are the ones that start with the words IAM.”

Some questions I ask:

How did you get your start in entrepreneurship and why was this path so attractive for you? [4:20]
How do you think passion fits into the equation of life that you’re creating for yourself. [10:19]
How do you think struggle and passion go hand in hand? [12:29]
How do you create passion when there isn’t any? [16:17]
Did your parents attitude to life change when they saw you become successful in business? [23:40]
Have you ever achieved a goal that left you empty and if so, how did you invigorate your passion afterward? [25:50]
Was there a rock bottom moment that made you have clarity about what was important in your life? [30:51]
How do you keep up with your rituals and routines when you’re on the go so much? [37:24]
Do you think pain has a place in your life and if so, how do you normalize it so you don’t perceive pain as the world running against you? [40:43]
You are so self aware. What tips can you share to help others develop this skill? [44:27]
In the midst of everything you’ve been through, how do you stay grounded each day? [49:43]

In this episode, you will hear about:

Why Majeed ‘lives to travel’. [3:30]
How a cherry-coconut snow cone changed Majeed’s life. [4:40]
The bigger thinking question Majeed asked himself when he wanted to break out of his grow-sell-travel model. [5:36]
The beliefs that shaped Majeed’s attitude to money. [8:20]
What one of Majeed’s mentors meant by the MAP to the Money spot. [10:41]
Why many of us end up running faster on a treadmill to nowhere. [14:12]
What happens when we try to do multiple things to keep the lights, pay the bills, and make the ends work. [15:35]
The importance of physiological strategies for transforming your mood - and the role of the gym. [32:53]
The journal Majeed recommends everyone tries. [39:05]

How to contact Majeed

Discover how Majeed helps experts share their message through public speaking at www.ExpertSpeaker.com.
You can also email Majeed at - majeed@expertspeaker.com

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“The ego uses the past to predict the future… By holding onto the past, you’re just creating the same pattern.”

This episode’s guest didn’t think she’d make it to her 40s.

Raised by immigrant parents, Adamaris was brought up with the belief that you have to work hard for everything. She was taught that no one was going to give her anything - she had to do it all herself.

So that’s what she did.

As a high achiever, Adamaris committed to the grind and tackled life the ‘world’s way’. She worked her way through the education system to ace college and get a masters degree before landing a corporate job in an investment bank.

Then she worked and worked until she reached the point where her body couldn’t take it anymore.

Thanks to severe adrenal exhaustion, Adamaris’s dream fell apart. Incapable of work she had no choice, but to quit her job. Suddenly, she was $50k in debt, living at home with her parents, and so broken her body couldn’t even digest foods - only liquids.

It was an insane low that became the ‘gift’ which transformed Adamaris’s life.

“Instead of feeling fear as something bad, I just shift it into WOW - some change is coming. I’m going to another level and getting new information.”

When you’re at rock bottom, it can feel alien to surrender to the now - especially when hard work and hustle is all you know. But the truth is, we can’t do it all alone.

It’s only when you surrender that you can activate the energetic source that created everything.

As soon as Adamaris opened the door to help, she received it. This kick-started a healing and personal discovery that’s turned Adamaris into the coach and mentor she is today.

In this incredible episode (which was recorded on Adamaris’ 44th birthday!) we dive deep into key concepts that catalyse growth and self-discovery. We discuss the power of fear before getting into an in-depth discussion about the role of the ego. Listen out for this topic - it’s going to help you understand why repeating patterns show up in your life.

Adamaris’s story is typical of so many high-achievers who get seduced into the hustle. But as you’ll see, letting go is powerful too - if you want to create a life that’s extraordinary and deeply aligned with your true calling. I took a ton from this episode and I can’t wait to hear your takeaways.

“Be open to the uncomfortableness.”

Some questions I ask:

Tell me about the severe illness you experienced that became the catalyst for where you are today. [4:02]
Why do you think people offered assistance after you asked for help? [9:22]
What was the root reason for your illness? [12:58]
Tell me about your relationship with fear? [17:57]
What do you mean by ‘calling’? [22:59]
How do you develop the sensitivities that allow you to be aware of your calling in any given moment? [25:30]
How does your emotional pain influence your physical pain? [31:00]
How does forgiveness work with the law of attraction? [38:50]
If acceptance is the first step, how do you get better at accepting the circumstances in your life? [42:28]
In the midst of everything you’ve been through, how do you stay grounded? [25:39]

In this episode, you will hear about:

What happened in Adamaris’s life when she hit rock bottom. [7:07]
How you become someone who can accept love and help from others. [11:24]
The simple morning ritual that opens your channels to receive. [12:20]
How it feels to surrender. [16:55]
How purpose changes in relation to where we are in any given moment. [20:50]
The role of the ego in our lives and how to work with it. [29:20]
Why Adamaris and her husband talk about issues IMMEDIATELY. [31:30]
The power of forgiveness in your life (and what happens when you refuse to let go). [33:00]
Why the ego wants you to experience what you already know. [35:10]
The question to ask your subconscious if you’re not achieving the things you want (because there are only THREE reasons why). [41:00]
Why healing, manifestation, and acceptance are all the same things. [43:00]
The HUGE power of people loving you (and why you should send love to others. [48:31]

How to contact

Get more from Adamaris at www.Adamarismendoza.com.

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“There is no wrong way to live life.”

I’m super pumped for episode 40. It’s another BIG milestone for the Stay Grounded podcast and we’ve got an incredible guest to mark this special occasion.

Marc Cordon and I have similar roots. As second generation immigrants, we’ve both grown up as minorities trying to find our own version of the American dream. And it’s been one hell of a ride!

As you’ll hear in this episode, Marc wasn’t always the approachable, compassionate guy you’ll hear today. He used to be ‘an angry Asian’ - desperate to not be Filipino so he could be like everyone else and fit it. But that wasn’t Marc’s destiny. In fact, standing out became the very thing that helped him achieve the success he enjoys today.

Inspired by Michael Jackson, Marc is the coach that coaches the coaches. A positive psychology expert and the force behind Make Money Coaching Program, Marc’s mission is to empower people and have as much fun as possible.

So settle in because you’re in for a treat! Along with some incredibly honest life advice, Marc dives into his story from former Asian band, to social justice campaigner, to highly sought after coach. I took a whole ton from this conversation and I know you will too.

“Growth does have pain, but it also has an ecstacy part to it.”

Another thing Marc and I have in common is our obsession with using fear as a positive force.

In this episode, Marc shares some of the neuroscience and psychology that helps explains why fear shows up and how you can channel it. It’s a game-changer. As you’ll see, this all tracks back to our tribal roots.

There’s a wake up call right there… because the voice that tells you that you can’t do something stems from just a tiny bundle of cells. The rest of your incredible brain isn’t being used.

It’s why - as Marc says - positive psychology can only explain so much. The rest of it, you just gotta get out there and life your life. You’ve got to go with the ups, the downs, and the all arounds!

P.S. Make sure you listen right to the end of this episode and you’ll discover how to grab a FREE copy of Marc’s upcoming book.

“We are built to grow. We are not built to stay the same. We are built to evolve”

Some questions I ask:

How did you get into positive psychology? [4:29]
How did you flip your us v them mentality to one that’s more inclusive and warm? [12:35]
How does separating suffering from growing pains link back to finding your purpose? [17:14]
If we’re meant to grow together, how does solo growth fit into the mix and what’s a good balance between the two? [20:15]
How do you reframe loneliness and turn it into something you can positively use to find happiness and fulfillment? [24:30]
How do you turn yourself into someone who’s never surprised by change so you can embrace change in your own life? [29:05]
How do you build belief in your own life and how do you keep fostering that spirit so that you can continue moving forward as you evolve and grow? [31:42]
How do you train yourself to savor moments? [38:50]
Once you figured out the distinction between pain and suffering, did you ever have a point in your life when you got pulled back? [44:35]
In the midst of everything you’ve gone through, how do you remember to stay grounded? [49:50]

In this episode, you will hear about:

What Marc saw was working and how that framed his future life. [6:24]
How Marc got to play in the ‘best Asian band in the south.’ [8:38]
‘What went wrong?” The song lyrics that summed up Marc’s life and helped him make a shift. [10:10]
How Michael Jackson helped Marc figure out what he wanted to do. [11:05]
Marc’s ‘weak minded view’ of social justice. [12:15]
Why a conversation about a student’s best class made Marc so angry. [13:51]
How Marc sees happiness - and the problem with goal setting. [15:23]
The difference between loneliness and solitude - and why the difference matters. [21:05]
Why you should feel the feels and why judgement is all part of that. [25:40]
The sure-fire way of going to your deathbed with regrets. [28:00]
Why we get scared by other people’s success. [30:30]
Kaisan, the importance of 1%, and the value of micro moments. [36:28]
How to proactively use pain to grow. [42:30]
Why the Hero’s Journey is a spiral, NOT a cycle. [45:35]

How to contact

Marc is Mcordon over on Facebook.
Discover how Marc helps coaches at marccordon.com
Grab your FREE copy of Marc’s upcoming book when you email marc@marccordon.com.

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“If you just work with amazing people, helping a billion isn’t as crazy as it sounds.”

I first heard this guest speak at a recent event and I was hooked immediately.

Dr. Steve Young has, what many would call, a crazy goal.

In fact he calls his mission to help a BILLION people love their way to building their greatest legacy by providing the tools and systems for success his ‘moonshot’ goal.

But as you’ll hear in this episode, it’s not as crazy as it sounds.

Since 2001 Dr. Steve has personally healed over 7 thousand people and influenced countless more indirectly. Using functional medicine and drawing upon science-based principles, Steve helps people resolve their physical ailments so they can return to health and high energy.

He’s all about the process - not the hacks. Specifically, Steve inspires people to transform their relationship with food so they can regain control of their body and leverage health to live a happier life.

“We all have this ability of heightened intuition. Our reality is so much more than the five senses.

“How do I get my productivity in today in a way that is serving of my health and my happiness.”

But this episode is about so much more than food, nutrition and weight loss. Instead, we dig deeper into what drives Dr. Steve to do what he does.

Steve explains that how we do one thing is how we do everything.

In other words, whatever you’re doing with food, you’ll be doing with your work and relationships too. But obstacles are just opportunities. When you can transform your roadblocks into a new door, fear dissolves and a new path opens up.

So if you’d like to live to 150 and you’re ready to explore a new relationship with food, life, goals, and health, you’re going to love this deep conversation with Steve.

As well as practical tips, we also talk about tuning into the ‘magic’ that’s always there to guide you towards the life where maximum happiness awaits.

So listen in now and discover why Steve has become one of my favorite people!

“You want to have goals, but you need to practice taking off your blinders and being open to what I call magic.”

“Our brains have infinite wisdom. The power is in the question.”

Some questions I ask:

How did you land on your moonshot goal? [3:42]
Was there a turning point in your life that made you shift from wanting to help people to look sexy, to wanting to help people heal? [4:20]
When you talk about healing, are you referring to the body, the mind, or the spirit? [6:01]
What are the starting steps to manufacture miracles in your own life? [10:55]
Give me a story of how the power of saying YES led to an experience you didn’t expect. [14:10]
How do you cultivate the trust to say yes to opportunities where the end result is unclear? [15:49]
How do you balance staying yes with staying focused so you don’t get stuck with shiny object syndrome. [17:00]
What have you learned that would help you fast-track your progess if you could do it all again with what you know now. [19:00]
What questions can people ask themselves to make better choices about their health and happiness? [24:23]
How do you celebrate life? [32:56]
How many different times have you seen the same fear show up in your life? [39:00]
Where does our intrinsic need to go faster come from? [42:00]
In the midst of everything, how do you stay grounded? [44:37]

In this episode, you will hear about:

Following the magical breadcrumbs from the universe. [1:30]
How Richard Branson created a turning point for Steve and inspired him to upgrade his goal to a billion. [3:30]
Pushing back against the messaging of the fitness industry - ‘you’re not good enough unless you can do this’. [5:15]
The drive to help people on a deeper level that led to a shift from mechanical to ‘complete’ healing. [6:20]
Steve’s incredible stories of profound healing. [8:20]
‘What is the universe trying to reveal that’s in your best interest’. Why being goal driven can make you blind and the importance of taking off the blinders and see what’s in the periphery. [11:00]
The filter that Steve runs everything through to help him say yes to the right things. [18:10]
How Steve defines self care for 2018 - and the power of overlapping activities and removing labels. [21:50]
Why stress is not good or bad and why a lack of stress can make you die easier. [25:00]
Why our relationship with food (not the tactical diets) dictates everything. [27:25]
How Steve defines healthy, what you should eat 80% of the time, and the three core values to adopt when it comes to food. [31:30]
How Steve embraces and transforms fear. [35:15]

How to contact Steve:

Visit www.drsteveyoung.com for anything about health, mindset, healing, parenting, and living longer.

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“I became OK with failing - with the possibility that it might not work out. That was where the freedom came.”

This episode’s guest and I have a lot in common.

We both have corporate backgrounds in engineering (in fact, Darla calls herself a recovering engineer!) and we both experienced similar trigger moments that ‘forced’ us to take the leap out on our own.

Now, Darla’s life couldn’t be more different! As a coach, she hosts intimate retreats that help people fast-track their learning and get out of their own way.

So if there’s a part of you that’s not fully satisfied with the life you live right now, this episode is for you.

Like me, Darla lived her life as convention tells us to do. She did all the right things, but life still slapped her in the face. But sometimes we need to be forced backwards before we can move forward again.

So if you want to get unstuck, listen in as Darla dives deep into her own journey. Along the way, she reveals the hidden beliefs and experiences that are probably holding you back too. Many of which stretch all the way back to when you were just seven-years-old. (Listen out for our discussion around this critical age.)

“We don’t know how much time we have, but I was living like at some point in the future the stars will align and I’ll be able to do my thing.”

Darla’s passion is helping people be themselves so they can explore their own unique expression on this planet. Listen out for the reasons why Darla is so driven by this mission. When you understand the wider context of Darla’s work, you’ll see just how significant it really is.

I took so much from this conversation and I know you will too.

Whether you want to pocket a couple techniques to help you break free, get a deeper understanding of the stories that are driving your subconscious mind, or just be inspired by a ‘recovering engineer’ who now spends all her time doing what she loves, this is for you.

So settle down and treat yourself to the genius that is Darla Le Doux.

“I have so little drama in my life now because I make the decisions in advance, consciously rather than letting my subconscious take over and then having to pick up the pieces.”

“What is this revealing to me?”

“The more we can tune into how we’re feeling and share it, and let people know, the better.”

“When you hear the opportunity to get in the door with someone, do it.”

Some questions I ask:

How did you finally make the jump into coaching and what was the trigger point that made it come alive for you. [4:06]
How did you turn divorce and your stepdad's passing into fuel that helped you move forward? [9:33]
How did moving through a divorce motivate you to do what you do now and show up as you show up now. [13:36]
How has your relationship with pain changed over time? [17:40]
How is your life’s purpose showing up through the work you do right now. [18:44]
How does your ego line up with your subconscious and influence your day-to-day? [27:00]
How do you help someone’s ego step aside because it knows you need it. [31:00]
How do you rewrite your own story? [31:54]
In the midst of everything you’ve achieved, how do you stay grounded. [48:16]

In this episode, you will hear about:

Darla’s 10 years in the self help aisle. [4:45]
What gave Darla the urgency and perspective she needed to make her big life-changing decisions. [10:21]
How ‘real stuff’ makes us present to life, purpose, and what we want to spend our time doing. [13:10]
How divorce helped Darla become aware of the subconscious thoughts that were running the show - so she didn’t make the same choices again. [16:23]
The question that Darla uses to reframe pain. [18:25]
Why Darla is passionate about retreats and the power they have to help us grow. [19:50]
Why a lack of connection and intimacy is the cause of the crises we have in the world right now. [21:00]
How shifting your environment helps you expose the subconscious thoughts so you can see inside yourself. [22:14]
Why the age of seven is such a critical age. [27:50]
‘Be smart, get loved’ - how this story played out and ran Darla’s life. [29:00]
Why you need to share and validate the parts of you that you hide before you can feel safe showing it to others. [35:02]
The question to ask throughout the day to tune into your intuition and where you’re at. [36:47]
How to use live events to create an environment that helps you grow. [42:04]

How to contact

Check out Darla’s new podcast - Retreat and Grow Rich.
Discover more about the power of retreats at www.retreatleaderquiz.com

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“We have a philosophy that all emotions are good. It’s about being able to move through those emotions that’s the key - so you can move from the negative to the positive.”

This episode is a little bit special because I don’t have one guest, I have two!

It’s power couple Desiree and Alonto Mangandog and they’re both passionate about using essential oils, aromatherapy, and acupuncture to help people process and move through their emotions.

This episode blew my mind! When we live in our heads and we’re challenged by what Alonto referred to as ‘infobesity’, we can lose sense of the power our senses have to shake up our emotions.

Desiree explains how 95% of everything that goes on happens in our subconscious - it’s no wonder it can be so hard to know ourselves - so we can grow and evolve into our potential.

But as you’ll see in this episode, essential oils are a powerful tool that can unlock the door to heightened emotional awareness and maturity. That’s because the right oils used in the right situation can soften us, shift the flow of energy, and help us make sense of the way that we feel.

“Aromatherapy helped me clear out the noise… So I can listen to myself and follow my truth.”

This episode is fascinating - and profound.

Make healing yourself a priority, and you inadvertently heal everyone around you. Maybe the most powerful things we can do as individuals is to open ourselves up so we can show up in the world from a place of abundance - instead of scarcity.

That’s what essential oils can help you do.

So if you struggle to manage and process your emotions. If you’re stuck in stories that disempower you. If you’re tied up in emotions connected to events that happened years - even decades ago - you’ll get a lot from this conversation.

Oh and we talk about coffee too :)

Coffee is a plant after all and as you’ll see it has some powerful properties that can unlock joy and influence who comes into our lives.

I had no ideas how powerful essential oils could be until I heard Desiree and Alonto share their experiences and knowledge. Now I want to know more and more and I think you’ll feel the same. So brew yourself a cup of coffee and tune in. Give me an hour and I’ll give you a whole new perspective on emotional well-being.

“The negative gives you the positive. You can’t have light if you don’t know darkness.”

Some questions I ask:

How did you guys meet? [1:04]
How did you get into aromatherapy, essential oils, acupuncture, and emotional healing? [1:54]
How can our emotional state be influenced by our senses? [6:31]
How do you use aromatherapy to treat pain? [14:18]
When using aromatherapy to heal, how much of the transition is due to the oil itself or your own reaction to the oil? [18:20]
Give me a story about how aromatherapy and sensory awareness has helped you in your own life. [24:46]
What’s the difference between noise and a negative emotion? [29:16]
How have your emotions evolved over time as you’ve learned more about them? [33:15]
How does emotional maturity tie back to happiness and fulfillment and how does this change over time? [38:52]
In the midst of everything you’ve gone through, how do you stay grounded on a daily basis? [51:17]

In this episode, you will hear about:

The power of journaling to build your awareness and what to write about. [10:17]
The three main ways that habits are developed. [11:10]
How smell is able to create a vivid emotion and recall vivid memories. [12:30]
How essential oils or plants pair with emotions to help transform how you feel. [15:24]
Stranded on a desert island? Desiree would want this oil with her. [16:42]
How bergamont brings about a shift in perspective to help boost your sense of hope (and why you can’t just take out emotions without replacing them with something else). [17:28]
The aromatic benefits of coffee and its associated organs. [21:14]
How taste affects our emotions. [23:14]
‘Infobesity’ - and how oils can help you find the music and rhythm amongst the noise that you’re supposed to dance to. [28:23]
Why all emotions are beautiful and how to gracefully move through emotions. [31:19]
The importance of discernment and knowing when to say yes and no. [32:01]
Why none of us are inherently lacking - instead, it’s just the stories we tell ourselves. [41:19]
Why the subconscious mind makes it so hard for us to change. [43:20]

How to contact

To learn more about oils and get involved in the work Alonto and Desiree are doing, visit https://desireemangandog.com.

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“Hardship is really what makes us who we are. It’s easy to be an optimist when things are going great, but who are you when things get really difficult?”

Today’s guest is one of the most exciting people I’ve ever met. Ultrarunner, Charlie Engle was the first man to run across the Sahara Desert. He’s a real life action hero too - all documented in a documentary film produced and narrated by Matt Damon (yes, you read that right!)

What I love about Charlie is his ability to take on and succeed at things which seem humanly impossible.

Charlie is right at home when he’s neck deep in struggle. In fact, struggle has defined a whole chunk of his life. From crack cocaine and alcohol addiction, to a stay in federal prison, to the extreme feats of physical endurance, Charlie is proof you can survive anything.

And that’s what we talk about in this episode. Why push yourself to the absolute limits? Why put yourself under so much pain? How do you move beyond exhaustion to achieve things most people can even imagine (wait until you hear about the next ‘crazy’ adventure Charlie’s planning!)

So brew a cup and listen to an inspiring story of hope about a man will just will NOT give up.

“We spend a whole lot of time worrying about things that are out in the future and out of our control when what we should be doing is focusing on exactly what’s right in front of us.”

“It just doesn’t matter what happens to us. It only matters what you do about it. You get a chance to respond in some way to everything that happens to you.”

I’ve got to be honest, I seriously loved talking with Charlie. I come from a similar mindset - that struggle can be transformative and that you can grow and discover more about the person you are as a result of intense challenge.

It’s like Charlie said, anytime you purposely put yourself into a challenging situation you always learn something from it.

Often we choose the comfortable path through life (perhaps unknowingly). But I agree with Charlie. “Comfort is overrated” and “comfort as a goal is very unfulfilling.” In Charlie’s words, “I’m not on this planet to have an easy experience. I’m here to do as many things as I can.”

So if you’re curious about the mindset and philosophies of a man who’s more comfortable in struggle than out of it, you’re in for a treat. And if Charlie’s story inspires you to take on a feat of your own, I’d love to hear about it.

“Measuring success for me is finding a way to be OK with unresolved conflicts.”

“Continuous forward movement pretty much always wins the day. You don’t have to be awesome all the time. You just have to not give up.”

Some questions I ask:

Can you share with us why you started running and why you choose this over everything else? [4:16]
What motivates you to chase the emotional rewards you get when you finish one of your incredible feats? [7:03]
What are the similarities between running across the Sahara and overcoming addiction? [9:18]
You seem to be using struggle to take care of yourself. How do you think struggle and self care go hand in hand? [14:51]
Why do you think it’s so hard for people to live a life with passion? [18:49]
How has going through addiction shaped your definition of success? [21:51]
How do you balance expecting life to be hard with enjoying the fruits of your successes? [24:07]
What is the most important lesson you’ve learned that reinforces your own philosophy on life? [27:24]
Dead Sea to the top of Everest. What’s motivating you to do this trip at this time? [30:40]
How do you reframe challenges to make them seem practical? Is it a skill or experience? [35:36]
How does resilience differ when the pain is someone else’s? [40:33]
In the midst of everything you’ve been through, how do you stay grounded on a daily basis? [47:00]

In this episode, you will hear about:

Emotional rewards and what running did to help Charlie turn his life around. [6:40]
One step at a time mantra and how this connects crossing the Sahara and overcoming addiction. [9:41]
How to approach first time experiences (which we spend our lives chasing) so they bring possibilities instead of anxieties. [13:45]
The question that left Charlie speechless and why one of his challenges is to be happy and comfortable when things are ‘ok’. [16:30]
Why comfort is underrated. [17:20]
‘We compare our insides with other people’s outsides.” - why this can shut down passion and affect how we feel. [19:55]
Why you have to be comfortable with unresolved conflicts. [23:00]
Why you don’t have to be perfectly prepared to take on the things you’re planning. [29:00]
5.8 - Charlie’s lowest to highest challenge, a metaphor for life, and being good stewards for the planet. [31:51]
Charlie’s favorite saying in the world and what it tells us about struggle, resilience, and opportunity. [37:20]
The most important word in the universe. [41:27]

How to contact

You can find the latest about Charlie’s adventures as well as all his contact details at www.charlieengle.com.

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“I like to see that what you do in the gym as lab for the rest of your life.”

Today’s guest was not naturally athletic.

As a teenager, he was thin - scrawny even. Not the pillar of strength looking back at me through Zoom. But such is the power of goals. After reading the biography of a strongman, Logan wanted to perform at a super high level too. He wanted to accomplish feats of strength that most people could only dream about!

And that’s been his focus since the age of 18 - with incredible results. That’s because just like the strongman who inspired him to step up, Logan can also pull an antique fire truck with his hair!

So check out this episode and discover how he did it. But fair warning!

Discussing what it takes to build strength on this scale only scratches the surface of what we spoke about...

“Look at what is good for you but in a multi-level type of way… What’s good for you today, a week from now, a month from now, a year from now, a decade from now, or over the course of your lifetime. If you can have real alignment in those as far as your purpose, then you’re going to basically achieve that purpose or great things. ”

You see, Logan has had one heck of a story!

From intense loneliness at school, to losing his mom to cancer, to being called by nature to write a book, this conversation went on twists and turns I didn’t expect.

Although Logan’s ‘home base’ is strength training, his life is far from one-dimensional. Instead, Logan’s curiosity and desire to learn and make an impact has taken him down many paths. From NLP training to an ayahuasca experience in the Amazon jungle, Logan is constantly pushing his boundaries through knowledge so he can uplevel all areas of his life.

He’s a person driven by a holistic approach to life - passionate to reconnect with nature through the power of herbs. It’s one of the many things that makes Logan so fascinating.

So buckle up and listen in. This is one incredible conversation that’s guaranteed to take you to places you didn’t expect. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

“Struggle and stress are good things when done in the right amount.”

Some questions I ask:

Why strength training and how has your passion grown the more you’ve done it? [0:49]
How did you prime yourself to pull an antique fire truck with your hair? [3:20]
What got you interested in strength training? [6:00]
How do you discover your home base or ‘core’ so you can develop the curiosity to learn other things? [10:00]
If someone hasn’t been through a life changing experience themselves, how can they learn from others so they can create change at will? [14:25]
You put yourself through a lot of physical struggle. How does struggle help build the skills and mindsets for a happier life? [15:50]
How do you nurture purpose in your life? [17:37]
How does change factor into purpose and help you crystalize what you really want? [19:40]
Give me an example of how you transformed a difficult moment into something positive. [24:48]
Explain your drive to write your book. [32:19]
How do you think a healthier body leads to a happier state? [40:37]
How do you stay grounded? [45:49]

In this episode, you will hear about:

The autobiography that inspired Logan to get strong. [2:15]
Why it’s not your hair you need to worry about when pulling a truck. [5:23]
How Logan turned strength training into a career. [8:23]
The impact of losing his mom to cancer. [12:20]
The last gift Logan’s mom gave him. [17:12]
The importance of knowing what is good for you - from a holistic perspective. [18:20]
Why Logan listens to his body and how this makes him adapt from moment to moment. [19:53]
Why Logan doesn’t shoot for happiness and what he aims for instead. [23:24]
What Logan would go back and tell his 16 year old self. [26:10]
Powered By Nature - and Logan’s Amazonian ayahuasca journey. [28.12]
The dangers of removing ourselves from nature. [32:35]
Logan’s journey with herbs from personal use to a thriving business - and why they’re like a Trojan horse. [38:20]

How to contact Logan

Logan@lostemptireherbs.com

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“My job is to help people find resources to improve their quality of life so then they can do things like... be happy and have some routines that make them feel fulfilled.”

In this episode, you’ll meet a women who says the prison system feels like home.

She’s not a felon and she’s never been convicted, instead the brilliant Dr Ashley Hampton spent time helping inmates create a new life for themselves.

It’s a fascinating story...

As a psychologist, Ashley loves to connect through people through their stories - and as she shares some of her own, she reveals that we’re not all that different. In fact, very often it’s our choices that separate us and not our backgrounds or life experiences.

Challenge that us v them mindset, and it’s possible to feel a connection with virtually anyone - even if your lives seem like worlds apart.

“That’s how you get a goal. You start small, and you move forward, and you make those steps along the way... You have to start somewhere.”

In this episode you’ll hear about the powerful difference we can all make to help each other rise up.

You’ll hear how Ashley gives hope to people who believe that, “everything has been stacked against me” and there’s no way out.

You’ll hear how tiny, tiny steps quickly grow into a stairwell that can pull you out from the darkest depths into a life that makes you happy and fulfilled.

Ashley is an inspiration and in my opinion part of the solution to some of the big problems we face in today’s society. If we all had access to the resources, support, and encouragement to create a life we love, how different would the world be?

So grab your coffee, come closer and treat yourself to a dose of wonderful from an incredible woman who touches lives everywhere she goes.

I give you the extraordinary, Dr Ashley Hampton…

“If you don’t have to struggle for basic resources - food, clothing, rent, and transportation - and you can work regular hours for decent pay and spend time with your family… I think you then don’t go looking for trouble.”

Some questions I ask:

Tell me about your experience working in a prison and how that inspired you. [1:00]
When people are going through hardship, how do you separate happiness from money? [6:20]
How do you teach a sense of ownership to people who are going through a really tough time? [8:52]
What are some of the first habits you instill in people who want to make a positive change in their life? [10:40]
Give me an example of someone who had a story that changed your life. [14:49]
How do you help people experience a sense of home when ‘home’ isn’t present for them? [19:09]
What does fulfillment mean to you and how do you make it happen everyday? [31:00]
Why do you want to help people and why do you think that makes you feel so good? [33:10]
What makes an interesting client? [37:40]
How can we be a part of the solution if we’re not in the same position as you? [40:00]
How do you stay grounded? [44:27]

In this episode, you will hear about:

Why Ashley got interested in child protective services. [4:07]
Ground zero and the value of taking small steps to your goals. [9:14]
‘Think before you speak’. Why this is the FIRST skill to master. [11:02]
Does the death penalty deter major crime? [17:36]
How Ashley is planning to use podcasts to inspire people looking for a start afresh. [22:56]
The importance of encouragement. [28:11]
Civil rights, supporting the underdog, and the story of Ashley’s grandmother. [33:29]
The danger of the ‘us’ v ‘them’ thinking and why you need to challenge it. [40:10]

How to contact Ashley

Ashley would love to hear your story - you can email her at drashley@drashley.com
www.facebook.com/drashleyhampton
www.twitter.com/drashleyhampton
www.instagram.com/drashleyhampton
www.pinterest.com/drashleyhampton

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“Self care is mandatory… If you think you’re going to be at your highest performance without self care, you’re fooling yourself.”

I first met today’s guest in New York at an entrepreneurial event we both attended.

There was something about Julian! He had a vibe that made me feel good and made me want to be around him. And I wasn’t alone. I noticed how others had the same experience. When I asked Julian what was going on, he said it was because we had connected to his ‘inner god’ and that he was actively looking for the god in each person he encountered.

We didn’t have time to go into the detail of what this meant, but I was hooked and super curious. I had to know more! So I invited Julian onto the Stay Grounded podcast so we could dig deeper into this concept.

And the depth of insight this discussion unleashed blew me away - and I’m pretty sure it will be the same for you too.

“By me witnessing the god in others I’m calling them up to the vibrational level of their god-selves.”

In this episode we talk about all sorts of cool stuff - all around how you can be your best self.

What this means in practice. What inspires you to show up as your best. The simple daily practices you can engage in to really life life to the full. Julian really does hold nothing back. As you’ll hear, he gives my questions careful consideration and as a result we went to some super interesting places.

Such as a definition of meditation that everyone can connect with (even if you can’t sit still for a minute on the cushion!)

And Julian’s 3-minute, daily sex practice that’s not only created more love and connection with his wife Marla, but bleeds into everything else that he does.

And perhaps my favorite comment of all. Listen out for when Julian tells me to, “Just be Raj. You don’t have to be anything. Just be Raj.” [And of course insert your name as he says it.]

This episode left me super inspired in so many ways and it’s my hope that it will do the same for you too.

So brew yourself a coffee, pull up a chair, and get ready to indulge yourself in a beautiful dose of life wisdom - courtesy of my friend, the extraordinary Julian Colker.

“The things you don’t want are opportunities for growth, opportunities to learn, and opportunities to get curious.”

Some questions I ask:

What does feeling your inner god mean to you? [1:20]
What does vibrational level mean? [6:29]
When you’re in a low vibrational state how do you train yourself to start appreciating and seeing the joy all around you. [9:04]
What is meditation to you? [16:20]
How do you make self care a priority each day? [20:49]
How does your daily sex practice bleed into everything else that you do? [22:52]
What’s the difference between your divine self and your ego driven self? [23:40]
How do you become comfortable spreading your joy when you’re in your divine state? [27:00]
If you’ve never consciously tried to be your best self, how do you bridge the gap between your conscious and unconscious so that you know what your best self is - and can therefore show up as it?
When all else fails, what is the one non-negotiable that brings you back to center and your divine self? [33:35]
What role does gratitude play in your life? [36:12]
How do you stay grounded? [43:46]

In this episode, you will hear about:

Beware of your small self and how to know when it shows up! [2:06]
The book that literally jumped into Julian’s hand when he was in a bookshop. [3:00]
The prayer you can say to connect with your god-self - and the flip that enables you to see god in others too. [10:20]
Why doing is amazing - and what’s beyond that. [12:27]
Why breathing is the bridge between the seen and the unseen world. [15:30]
Why self care is mandatory. [20:27]
“Everybody’s got 3-minutes” - Julian’s daily sex practice and how this helps him feel more connected throughout the day. [21:36]
The role your ego needs to play in your life. [24:36]
Why we’ve got to have moments that are ‘sh*t’ and why the things you don’t want are actually the gifts in life. [35:40]
Julian’s gratitude for food and how it makes every meal taste better. [37:00]
The importance of ‘advanced gratitude’. [37:37]
The fear/imagination game that Julian likes to play. [39:57]

How to contact Julian

Check out the coaching and consultancy work Julian does with his wife, Marla at www.marlamattenson.com
You can email Julian too - julian@marlamattenson.com

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“Writing thank you cards for me is my canvas. It’s the manner in which I express myself to the world about how I feel.”

As the owner of a gifting company, today’s guest felt his was living out of alignment. Gifting involves expressing your love and appreciation to the people you care about, yet John didn’t feel this value featured highly enough in his life.

Something had to change - so John committed to send FIVE handwritten thank you cards every day for one year. The Mr Thank You Project was born.

But what started as a challenge quickly morphed into an incredible journey of self-expression, personal growth, and deepening relationships.

When you think about thank you cards, you traditionally imagine obligatory notes sent after receiving a gift. But John knew those letters would get dry and boring pretty soon! So he decided to write cards that truly appreciated someone for who they are and what they’d done for him. It was a decision that forced John to be vulnerable and put his heart on the line, but the results - as you’ll see in this episode - were life-changing.

“I became hyper aware of my emotional state everyday – because if you have to sit down and write someone a thank you card you can’t be in a lame, negative, upset attitude. Well you can, but it’s not going to be very good card!”

In this episode John reveals the nitty gritty about what happened during his one-year Mr Thank You project.

He tells some incredible stories of compassion, appreciation, and love for the most unlikely people who changed his life as he touched theirs.

I promise, John will transform the way you look at thank you cards. This episode exposes their true power not only to transform your relationships, but also influence the core of who you are and how you show up in the world.

Fair warning! Don’t be surprised if you get an urge to rush to the nearest store after this episode to buy a pack of cards. There’s something about John’s story that compels you to want to start writing notes of your own :)

And that is John’s mission. Through the Mr Thank You Project, John is determined to elevate the level of gratitude in the world by 1% by inspiring people to write 74 million thank you letters.

So grab your cup and get ready for a masterclass as I hand you over to the inspirational, Mr Thank You himself - John ‘Izzy’ Israel.

“Curiosity is the birthplace of appreciation and appreciation is the start point of empathy. When we have empathy, we can develop compassion and when we have compassion we can literally connect with anybody.”

Some questions I ask:

How do you define gratitude and why you think it’s so important to exercise it on a daily basis. [4:15]
How did you cultivate the skill of being grateful for the struggles as well as the good stuff? [4:00]
What drove you to write thank you letters and why did you choose to write five a day? [10:25]
You’ve clearly elevated your ability to express. What do you tap into so you can go deep enough and unlock the words that allow you to express how you really feel? [15:30]
How did you own ability to be empathetic change over the course of this year? [23:17]
How has your perspective of what’s really important changed over time? [30:40]
Are you at peace with who you are because of this challenge? [34:35]
How do you stay grounded on a daily basis? [45:57]

In this episode, you will hear about:

The reason alignment helped bring the Mr Thank You project to life. [3:00]
The seed that started this project for John. [5:00]
Why John felt bitter towards his parents and how this backstory set John on his path. [6:00]
Why his coach told him he needed to do something more inspiring with his life! [11:00]
The four rules of John’s Mr Thank You project. [13:30]
The dream that ensured John didn’t miss a single day of his challenge. [15:30]
Why understanding the root of certain words helps elevate your experience of them. [17:00]
The questions John asked before writing someone’s card – and an example of how that looked. [17:40]
The pilot story and how it proved you can write a thank you card to anyone. [18:00]
Why you should see a human being doing a role, NOT a person doing a job. [24:15]
The Uber driver story that proved to John that we’re all the same. [24:50]
“How do you treat that which you are grateful?” and how this became a litmus test for how John showed up daily. [30:20]
The death that created a sense of urgency and the importance of saying how you feel about people now. [31:45]
The most important thank you card of John’s life. [35:35]
Why John wrote thank you cards to every member of the Gonzaga Men’s basketball team. [39:10]

How to contact John

Take part in a 30 day thank you card challenge at www.mrthankyou.com/30
Set up your own personalized thank you card tracker at www.mrthankyou.com
Get a copy of John’s brilliant book - The Mr Thank You Project – A Journey To Elevate The Level of Gratitude On the Planet One Card at a Time - on Amazon

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“Microscopic living... It’s about going into the smallest places and finding treasure that explodes and expands to everybody else.”

When today’s guest lost the love of her life in a tragic accident, her whole life plan was stripped from the table.

But part of the human condition is the ability to transform tragedy and heartache into something beautiful. It’s how her husband’s death became one of the pivotal points that enabled Sheevan to become - in my words - “the Queen of Flow”.

I was so pumped to talk with Sheevaun, this conversation made me so happy! I learned some incredibly profound things too. But that’s what happens when you sit down to talk about life with a business advisor, master coach, and energetic thought leader. In fact, Sheevaun has helped over 25,000 entrepreneurs, CEO's and leaders tap into their soul’s unique formula - so they can show up in the way that’s right for them.

And in this episode, she shares some incredible wisdom and insight that will inspire you to challenge your understanding of how the world works (so you can make life work for you too).

“Nearly all our communication is energetic before we say a word.”

My conversation with Sheevaun gets pretty deep as we dig into the tangible as well as the intangible. We talk about everything from inner reflection, to microscopic living, to the importance of cleaning up your ‘hot mess’!

It’s an episode that left me feeling inspired and empowered.

It’s true. There may be a lot of negativity floating around in the world right now, but that doesn’t mean we’re powerless to do anything. In fact, Sheevaun reveals some very practical steps we can take to feel better about our own lives and make our mark on the world.

So tune in and discover some of life’s secrets and how flow can help you create success, fulfillment, and happiness in your life.

“I love that the human condition can take a really negative thing and transform it into something really amazing and beautiful - if we allow it. It’s really the greatest hope we have.”

Some questions I ask:

How do you cultivate sensitiveness in yourself so you can see people’s gifts? (7:05)
Tell us what it means to be in the flow - can you describe that feeling. (10:30)
What does it mean that all our communication is energetic before we say a word. (12:58)
How do you cultivate a ‘good signal’ so you can always send out a positive frequency. (14:30)
How do we fix the overwhelm of negativity that’s in the world right now? (20:36)
How does gratitude and appreciation show up for you and do you believe it can help with a positive mindset? (24:51)
What does flow mean to you? (29:21)
How do you become aware that you’re stopping rather than allowing flow? Is there a practice I can try? (32:51)
How do ‘intuitive yeses’ help you design a life that’s optimal and in flow? (35:36)
Do you believe in work/life balance? (39:58)
What suggestions do you have for people who want to get into a YES driven mindset? (41:55)
How can I find out more about your events? (46:00)
In the midst of everything you’ve been through, how do you stay grounded everyday? (47:20)

In this episode, you will hear about:

The two pivot moments that helped Sheevaun develop her energy awareness and healing abilities. (2:08)
What Sheevaun’s mom told her not to talk about when she was three-years-old. (7:45)
Why her husband’s death helped Sheevaun show up as herself. (9:26)
Why Sheevaun hasn’t taken a single medicine for the past 18 years. (10:47)
What is groundedness. (11:17)
Why the inner world can be a ‘freaking hot mess’ and how reflection can transform what ‘comes out’. (15:52)
Why negative thoughts can be like an energetic knife that ‘slices and dices people’. (16:20)
Plastic and pollution. How physical dumping is a reflection of our mental toxicity. (19:33)
What to do if you’re upset, afraid, worried or bummed out by any of the things that you see in the world - so you don’t just facilitate the same things going around. (24:33)
Why breathing is a miracle and the reason a ‘microscopic life’ can be powerful. (25:25)
Richard Branson’s intuitive yes, Elon Musk, and the power of HOW CAN I? (34:07)

How to contact Sheevaun

Check out Sheevaun at and coaching programs at https://sheevaunmoran.com
Get three tools and free training to unleash your ‘poopy’ stuff at www.unleashyourprosperity.com.

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“Maybe in life the real risk is not taking risks.”

If you’re up for a deep, intellectual conversation that gets you thinking, then you’re in for a real treat with this episode.

That’s because I’m speaking with the incredible Jon Berghoff. Raised in the birthplace of Apple, Jon is a father of three and the co-founder and president of the Flourishing Leadership Institute.

Jon is one of the most curious people I’ve ever met. His super smart, analytical brain is dialled into the benefit of human systems. His mind is always on because he’s constantly looking to be better. I learned so much from this episode and I’m sure you will too.

Passionate about unified mindfulness (which Jon talks about in detail during this episode), Jon is fascinated with unlocking human systems to empower others to be the best they can possibly be.

It’s why topics such as concentration, presence, and curiosity feature strongly - because they are keys that can unlock life.

“We end up choosing work that unknowingly we’re trying to heal something from our past - we’re trying to be whole.”

As well as business and personal development, Jon also talks at length and his kids.

Currently aged, 8, 6, and 4 Jon describes how parenthood can be polarizing and how his children teach him so much. If you’re a parent too, I think you’ll love the down-to-earth conversation we have about the challenges of juggling work and home.

So brew yourself a coffee and get ready to be stimulated.

Thanks to Jon’s wisdom and passion for what he does, I guarantee you’ll be left with some new ideas - even some entirely new thoughts - that will empower you to find more success, fulfillment, and happiness in your everyday.

“The more present I can be, the more connected I can be to the highest possible potential that could emerge at any given situation.”

Some questions I ask:

What was it like for you when you grew up and how did your job roles shape you? [0:56]
How does your obsession with learning factor into your life today? [10:15]
How does presence bake itself into your life and what tools do you use to be more present. [18:25]
How do you bring passionate mindfulness to moments and situations you don’t really want to be in. [25:06]
How does gratitude fit into the practice of mindfulness? [35:27]
What have you learned from your own kids? [35:27]
How do you stay grounded on a daily basis. [44:36]

In this episode, you will hear about:

The story of the most important thing Jon’s dad taught him and how it unlocked a part of his DNA. [4:05]
The time at high school when Jon’s life was completely turned around - and what his first mentor told him. [6:16]
The connection between Jon’s work at Facebook & BMW and his childhood struggles. [8:52]
Why Jon wants to be intentional with his curiosity and what doors that opens for him. [11:00]
Jon’s intentional learning plan and the importance of your value system. [11:14]
Why curiosity is a strength and a shadow and how Jon manages this. [12:29]
Systemic mindfulness, how you unlock it, and the ultimate end goal. [13:40]
Jon’s criteria for reading and the inspiring reason he won’t just pick up a book. [16:47]
The O’Brien Principle and why this is critical for your life. [21:47]
How mindfulness strengthens your attention muscle and why this is the common denominator for anything Jon wants to get done. [24:45]
The attention skills that mindfulness helps you develop. [27:40]
Jon’s empowering definition of sensory clarity and how it helps you be more mindful and present. [30:41]
Jon’s thoughts on gratitude. [37:00]
Why having kids is a sobering, polarizing experience. [44:00]

How to contact Jon

Learn more about Jon’s work at www.lead2flourish.com
What else do you want to include here Raj?

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“If we don’t keep that attitude of gratitude then we block the oncoming prosperity.”

Today’s guest has worked with powerhouses such as Chet Holmes and Tony Robbins before setting up his own venture that empowers people through accountability.

But life wasn’t always so successful. As a troubled teen, Mitch danced with death - at one point being just 15 seconds away from an early exit.

Fortunately, a wake up call kicked him out of the downward spiral and put him on a path where success was the only option. Since that point, Mitch has committed his life to helping others while creating a beautiful, productive life for himself.

And he spills all the beans in this incredible episode.

“The wisdom only comes from the arrows in your back and the times you’ve tried and didn’t make it, not from the one time that you happened to get it right and hit a home run.”

Fair warning! This episode is a rollercoaster. Mitch’s backstory reduced me to tears and tingles. I’m grateful for the powerful reminder that there’s always a way up from rock bottom, back into the realm of abundance and fulfillment.

And that’s Mitch’s passion. Over the years, he’s honed some specific strategies that have helped him be his best and in this episode he shares them with you.

What I love about this episode is its practicality. Mitch is generous in his sharing and reveals some techniques you can use right now. Covering everything from daily rituals to the power of mindset, this episode will lift your spirits leaving you happy to be alive :)

Interviewing people like Mitch is an honor and a privilege. My heart was overflowing with gratitude for Mitch’s candid sharing. I’m sure it will move you too.

And if that wasn’t enough, Mitch also has a special gift just for you that’s going to empower you to create more for your life - but you’ll have to listen to the end to find out what that is.

So grab your cup and settle in for a real treat as I hand you over to the the very wise, highly accomplished Mitch Russo.

“Uncertainty is a gift that most people don’t feel as a gift… Uncertainty simply means that the possibilities are limitless.”

Some questions I ask:

Tell us about your thoughts on accountability and why you think it’s such an effective tool. [5:30]
What is the psychology behind accountability that makes it work so well? [9:38]
How is accountability a part of your daily routine? [10:50]
I’ve never seen gratitude and accountability tied together. How do you think gratitude helps you be more accountable? [13:06]
How does accountability tie in with internal motivation and how do you motivate yourself? [17:20]
How does your morning routine fuel you? [19:20]
It’s easy to celebrate the ‘sexy’ big things. How do you programme yourself to acknowledge the small wins too? [22:19]
How do you take control of your own life if you haven’t had a wake-up call? [31:00]
Why is it important to you to pay it forward? [33:42]
You’ve achieved so much. How do you cope with the ‘shiny squirrels’ and decide what you’re going to do next? [36:22]
Tell us about your relationship with failure. [43:05]

In this episode, you will hear about:

What happened at Petuchi’s restaurant on a weekly basis that transformed Mitch’s life. [6:30]
The real story behind the birth of Mitch’s new venture - ResultsBreakthrough.com. [8:50]
What accountability questions you should ask yourself. [11:42]
How gratitude opens up a portal to prosperity. [13:20]
The power of understanding the emotions that block you from the things you want to do. [15:30]
The specific things Mitch does to set him up for his day. [18:23]
The importance of clocking up 10,000 steps. [19:47]
A key book recommendation to listen out for and why Mitch LOVES mindset books. [20:31]
The day God called. The breakthrough story Mitch hadn’t planned to tell - but did anyway. [25:10]
The innovation that happened when Mitch asked, ‘how can I give back?’ [32:25]
What Jay Abraham told Mitch when he was trying to figure out his next steps. [38:53]
The inside-outside approach to failure. [43:17]
The very special gift Mitch has for Stay Grounded listeners - you don’t want to miss this! [47:06]
Mitch’s awesome answer to my regular question - what grounded means to him. [49:58]

How to contact Mitch

Get your hands on Mitch’s special treat at www.resultsbreakthrough.com and use the code WINNER (all caps)

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“Our whole lives are made up of moments… How we approach the here and now ultimately writes the stories of our lives.”

Ever felt as though you’re missing out on life as it happens?

It’s a common concern. When you’re juggling a ton of responsibilities (and a to-do list that never ends) your head and body aren’t in the same place! And when you’re chasing the future and rushing over the here and now, you end up missing out on a lot.

It’s why I was so excited to chat with Jon in this episode.

Jon is on a mission to show people how to live life in the front row - and his tool of choice is moment making.

It’s a mindset I totally buy into. I used to focus on the grind. I used to constantly chase the next promotion or the next big goal because I believed that’s what would make me feel successful.

But I soon discovered this mindset puts you in a game you’ll never win. That’s because life isn’t a journey. Instead, it’s a series of here and now moments.

And my guest today reveals how to grasp that profound insight and use it to create the life you want.

“Personal growth isn’t always about learning something new, it’s often about remembering something true.”

Jon Vroman is an award-winning speaker who’s given more than 750 keynote presentations for many companies, organizations, universities, and associations. He’s also the #1 bestselling author of The Front Row Factor. Transform Your Life with The Art of Moment Making.

Jon is a real authority on this important approach to living so I was grateful to find out more about his ‘rituals, routines, and rhythms’.

We cover a lot of ground in this episode. From the lessons you can learn from people battling life-threatening illnesses to tangible strategies that put you in the front row, this conversation gets profound.

So tune in now and learn how you can master the art of moment making in episode #29.

“I have learned so much about living life

from people who are fighting for it.”

Some questions I ask:

How do you define ‘moment making’. (1:14)
How has your awareness of the power of moments allowed you to create more moments that matter? (3:52)
When joining up the dots, how do you process a backstory of extraordinary pain and shift your mindset to look for growth and meaning. (6:44)
How has your dedication to moment making led to career success? (12:14)
What first step would you recommend to someone who knows they’re not a ‘front row friend’? (16:55)
What do you do on a daily basis to get centered and remind yourself what’s really important in life? (19:20)
How does scheduling time for you FIRST allow you to do more? (24:09)
Where did you learn about the pendulum analogy? (32:00)
How has teaching your message about moment making made you a better recipient of that message? (35:33)
How do you stay grounded on a daily basis? (38:51)

In this episode, you will hear about:

What it means to ‘live life in the front row’. (2:48)
The question to ask yourself to become a ‘moment maker’ - for yourself and others. (3:25)
The experience that sparked the creation of the Front Row Foundation.
Your mess becomes your message: Why humans are ‘meaning makers’ and how this influences our lives. (8:15)
Jon’s story - and the meaning he applied to his childhood. (9:07)
What Jon learned from Nicky - a stage 4 breast cancer sufferer. (9:37)
Why it matters who’s in your front row - and how this awareness can change your life. (15:10)
Why you need systems to live in the front row and the impact being your own ‘marketing manager’ has. (19:55)
The proximity principle, the law of familiarity, and why Jon keeps a gym bag in his car. (22:15)
Why Jon color codes his calendar and how this ensures his life doesn’t get eaten up. (24:56)
The great equalizer and how this inspires Jon. (26:00)
Why you should visualize the future and reflect on your past - and how this is different from ‘living’ in the future. (29:57)
The power of teaching and how it helps you articulate your truth. (35:40)

How to contact Jon

Learn more about Jon at www.FrontRowFactor.com.

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“When something feels like it’s holding you back, my default is to say YES to everything.”

In this episode, I get to have a deep dive conversation with someone who knows a thing or two about podcasting! It’s Michael O’Neal, host of the Soulpreneur podcast which has racked up a staggering 681 shows.

Mike is an outstanding podcaster and he shared a few insider secrets with me in this show - so if you’re a podcaster too, you’re going to love this one.

But I didn’t ask Mike on to talk about his skills! While we do discuss the power of storytelling and interviewing, I wanted to dig into the inspirational story that’s taken him to where he is today.

It started back in 2006 when Mike lost both his parents in less than 12 months.

Despite achieving a level of success, medical bills soon hemorrhaged his life meaning he was effectively starting from scratch.

And that’s when he went to Europe.

“Success recognizes hustle.”

Mike’s story is about creating your own luck - despite tragedy and troubles.

It’s about being 75 and sunny in all areas of his life.

And finding a way to build your life around the things you enjoy.

Mike is proof that you always have a choice - and that the choices you make in any given circumstances determine the experiences you have.

So if you feel as though life is against you right now, take a listen to Mike. You’ll discover how unexpected meetings, events, and situations when you’re down can transform your life in ways you couldn’t imagine.

“For anyone that’s in a situation now where it feels terrible and that life is against them… there are numerous people that have had the exact same situation and ended up having the most amazing life.”

Some questions I ask:

What inspired your trip to Europe? (2:28)
Was the message you received something you were actively looking for or did it come out of the blue? (11:49)
How do you keep yourself going? (16:44)
How long did it take for your strategy to deliver a break? (21:27)
How did you train your brain to be able to think at the next level? (23:39)
What is your daily routine like and what do you do to keep yourself motivated? (24:48)
How do you design your life around your hobbies? How does this work? (28:57)
What are the buckets of your life that you try to be ‘75 and sunny’ in? (31:59)
In what way did your relationship with money change when you came back from Europe? (37:09)
Watch stories and why they’re important to Mike. (38:53)
Tell us about your podcast and your show. (41:37)
In the midst of all your success, how do you stay grounded. (51:17)

In this episode, you will hear about:

What caused Mike’s life to hemorrhage in the space of 12 months. (3:17)
The meeting with the white-haired guy who was photographed with 5 US presidents - and the life-changing conversation he had with Mike. (6:10)
What happened when Mike realized he hadn’t mourned for the death of his two parents - and the journey it led to. (8:05)
The $14 turning point. (9:50)
What Mike did to get lucky. (17:20)
What is starbatrage and barbatrage - and why this made Mike ride his bike to the nicest neighborhoods. (17:47)
The reason Mike figured out the answer to, “What are you doing here?” (20:18)
Mike’s typical day - and why it includes ‘transformative’ pushups. (26:07)
What happens during Mike’s daily entrepreneurial walk or run? (27:35)
The two glass of wine buzz! (29:48)
Mike’s three tenants of freedom. (30:20)
The mindset mantra Mike’s learnt from 681 shows about the most successful people - and why most others don’t do this. (33:31)
The longtail success of podcasting, the podcasting faux pas most podcasters make, and Mike’s RANT! (44:22)

How to contact Michael

Check out Michael’s podcast and coaching programs at https://solopreneurhour.com

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“Music saved my life… All kids could use a really beautiful, simple form of expression to get that part of them developed and let the soul express through a medium that’s creative.”

SB Moses was found in a shoebox in a dumpster in the Philippines.

Thrown away as a baby, SB Moses didn’t get a birth family, but he did learn to create a future for himself.

He thanks music for saving his life and as a professional party instigator, SB Moses amplified the vibe for the likes of Virgin Galactic, Google, and Cirque Du Soleil.

I was lucky to meet Sammy at an entrepreneur event back in 2017 and we kicked it off instantly. (He’s one of my favorite people in the whole world!)

Sammy is such a beautiful, humble soul who’s turned a background that’s unimaginable for most of us into a force for good that’s transforming the lives of orphans in the Philippines.

And in this episode, we dive deep into Sammy’s story and discover how his showbox history became a symbol of hope that’s profoundly empowering others.

“You’ve gotta be so loud about your dreams and you gotta be so intentional about what you sets your sights to do. It never happens the way you think, but it will absolutely present itself.”

In this episode, Sammy shares how he made his musical dreams come true. He also dives into the detail of why he’s so passionate about empowering orphan kids with creative technology.

This episode is proof of the power of a mission and the value you can get from understanding your origin - so you can create meaning and clarity for the way you shape your life.

Sammy shows us that even when there seems to be no hope, the world can still be a beautiful and magical place.

So brew yourself a coffee and settle down to hear more about Sammy - aka Shoebox Moses. Not only will this episode warm your heart, but it will also inspire you to love and live with a whole new sense of appreciation.

“The thing that I’ve learned the most about music, creation, and the origin story of myself is that your dreams and the bridging of those don’t just help you - they help so many people who get inspired by the actions that you take.”

Some questions I ask:

How did the name Shoebox Moses come about? (1:33)
How has the meaning of your name to yourself evolved over time? (6:10)
Tell me about the mission you have for your business. (7:27)
How do you think creativity and music could help kids be more prepared for life? (10:24)
How did music change your life and in what ways has it impacted you? (15:18)
What did you do everyday to keep yourself focused as you were moving towards this big mission? (24:35)
Do you catch yourself talking to yourself and if so, what does that dialogue look like? (30:35)
How do you cultivate gratitude when things are going really bad? (33:02)
Tell me more about your charity and the work you’re doing with the foundlings. (38:14)
How do you stay grounded on a daily basis? (44:07)

In this episode, you will hear about:

Sammy’s shocking beginning and how unpacking his origin story helped him find his identity, stay on mission, and become a more evolved performer. (2:58)
The power of a name and an identity in allowing you to amplify your impact and make a bigger difference. (5:35)
The unbelievable connection that Sammy and his partner discovered they had in common. (8:11)
How Sammy is using technology and creative tools to give orphan kids a significant leg up. (9:15)
Music as a creative journey and the different ways it can help with expression and learning. (10:50)
The stats that help drive Sammy and why he’s excited about what he might find. (13:03)
The inspiring story of Sammy’s Red Rox main stage dream and how he made it happen. (16:58)
Vision boards, visualizing outcomes, and harnessing your RAS - why these matter and how they pull opportunities towards you. (25:16)
Why voicing dreams is so important for kids - and how Sammy wants to help. (27:37)
The role gratitude has played in recent years and how it fuels positive self talk and pulls you into a beautiful space. (32:16)
The one tactical thing Sammy recommends to start your day on the right foot - even if it’s a bad one. (32:27)
How Sammy uses activate appreciation to pick up his day and pin down the best next thing. (33:44)
The reason Sammy’s charitable mission has evolved to empower people who want to adopt. (38:23)

How to contact Shoebox Moses

Find out more about Sammy’s charitable work at www.thefoundlings.org
Discover Sammy the party instigator at www.shoeboxmoses.com

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“I had this epiphany… The only thing stopping me from doing it was me.”

Can you really achieve success in just 5 minutes?

This episode’s guest believes so. If success is the result of habits practiced consistently, commit to the right actions for 5 minutes a day and you can see massive results.

Karen Briscoe honed these skills in her hugely successful real estate business, but it was an epiphany moment that inspired her to consolidate her practices into a formula that other people could follow.

After having the idea to write a book, Karen realized she needed to adopt new rituals to help her push through the doubt, fear, and questioning that can hold us back from doing the things we love.

So she grabbed the opportunity one October day when the clocks went back to get up an hour earlier - and she did this every day to give herself the time to write.

“I think people sometimes think it’s the big things that are what makes life meaningful, but many times it’s the daily rituals and relationships where true meaning comes from.”

This episode is chock-full of practical ideas and strategies that will help you leverage habits to achieve the things you want.

We also talk about the role of inspiration and why you must act fast - before the opportunity is passed to someone else.

This conversation was so helpful and enriching. They say that success leaves clues and Karen leaves so many on this episode. So if you’ve been struggling to get things to work in your life, take a listen to Karen. Everyone can do something for five minutes a day that will propel them forward, right?

And in this episode, you’ll get clarity on the steps you could take to achieve your own 5 minute success.

“If you’re reaching for what your highest and best potential is that is an ongoing striving… I don’t think there’s an arriving. The striving is part of the thriving.”

Some questions I ask:

Tell us your story and how it led to 5 Minute Success (0.38).
What is the one thing you recommend people do every day and why do you suggest that people attach this to their existing rituals. (6:30)
When you were deciding to write your book, what were some of the things you did to get the rocket ship off the ground and push through the limiting beliefs? (10:25)
You talked about how you used accountability to help you get started. What else did you do to keep you going in the early days - when you were questioning your plans and feeling the doubts? (15:12)
You’d already been successful in real estate. Why did you feel that you needed a different mindset to be successful as an author? (18:50)
When you have a stroke of genius, how do you use the fear in a constructive way so you can challenge the doubting thoughts and still move forward? (28:17)
What are some things you do every day to practice the muscle of action despite fear? (31:27)
Is happiness in your daily routines? (33:00)
In the midst of everything, how do you stay grounded on a daily basis? (40:28)

In this episode, you will hear about:

The Better Than Before epiphany that inspired Karen to get up an hour earlier and the impact this decision had on her life. (2:39)
How time was a factor that caused the 5 Minute Success to came about. (3:39)
What is habit stacking and why it’s a useful strategy to adopt? (7:05)
Karen’s Core Concepts and how they create the sweet spot of success. (8:35)
Habit formation. What happens during the first 22 days of a new priority and how this differs from day 23 onwards. (12:56)
The benefits of tracking, what you can track, and how this strategy helped Karen write her book. (16:19)
Jerry Seinfeld's wall calendar hack that can help you create a chain that you don’t break. (17:38)
Why Karen wanted to expand and move beyond real estate and how this related to giving back. (19:30)
The epiphany that Elizabeth Gilbert’s The Big Magic had on making Karen write her book NOW - and not put it off for later. (23:50)
What inspired Raj to start The Stay Grounded podcast. (25:28)
The role of muscle memory and how it helps push your comfort zone further. (26:44)
Why you should act fast when you get a shot of inspiration. (27:25)
Why you should use fear as excitement (and how this links back to habits). (29:00)
Why Karen recommends you start your day with Hal Elrod’s SAVERS. (31:32)
How Karen defines happiness. (33:15)
The role of gratitude and why it’s a practice that should bookend your day. (34:39)

How to contact Karen

Find out more about 5 Minute Success as www.5MinuteSuccess.com
Join the Facebook Group to network with people exploring the 5 Minute Success principles - https://www.facebook.com/groups/5minutesuccess

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“Fear is at the crux of everything. If you do not know how to master fear, then fear is always going to trick you. That’s because fear is smarter than you and more educated than you.”

This episode’s guest is an absolute rockstar who’s dedicated her life to teaching people how to master fear.

It’s the incredible Rhonda Britten - master life coach, creator of the Fearless Living Institute, and an Emmy-Award winner. She’s also appeared on Oprah not once, but twice!

And in this episode, she’s going to give you plenty to think about.

“If you are driven by fear you’ll be successful, but never satisfied.”

Rhonda believes the key to fearless freedom is to understand how your fear works.

When it comes to fear, everyone’s experience is different. We all have our own fear response based on who we are and what’s happened in our lives.

In this episode, Rhonda reveals some simple, yet powerful questions that will enable you to understand what fear is trying to do - and how you can use fear to help you accomplish the things you want.

There is so much gold in this episode. Rhonda gives her all - her wisdom, her story, and her passion for her work. It’s electrifying and inspiring and I can’t wait for you to get your teeth into this wisdom because I know you’re going to love it.

“You have to find your own path. Your own individual fearless path.”

Some questions I ask:

What is Fearless Living and how did it come to be? (1:22)
You describe fear like a person. Can you expand on this please? (5:23)
How do you discern between love and fear so you can take the right decision when faced with a choice? (7:33)
If fear feels comfortable, how do you shatter that familiarity so you can enable yourself to achieve the things you want? (10:56)
How can you figure out what’s at the root of your fear - your core fear as you describe it? (14:23)
What do you do every day to address fear so you can do the things you want? (17:07)
Is being driven by fear a bad thing? (24:14)
How do you nurture freedom over fear? (27:37)
What should you do if you don’t know yourself well enough to know if you’re acting from a place of fear or freedom? (35:04)
In the midst of everything, how do you stay grounded? (42:41)

In this episode, you will hear about:

Why Rhonda gets excited about the concept of Stay Grounded. (0:17)
The struggles with getting to the other side of a difficult childhood. (3:20)
Why an understanding of how fear works changed Rhonda’s whole life. (4:48)
What is the Wheel of Fear and the Wheel of Freedom and how they operate. (5:46)
Why fear loves you and isn’t out to get you. (7:06)
Why the simple and easy approach doesn’t always work for life. (9:26)
A key question Rhonda asks her clients that you should answer too. (9:56)
Why people don’t take the actions that will move them beyond fear. (11:40)
An exercise to try at home that will sharpen your fear awareness. (18:31)
Rhonda’s perspective on anger and how it can be a positive experience. (19:47)
Why fear doesn’t let you be satisfied. (23:14)
Why you must slow everything down when moving from fear to freedom. (32:14)
The role of authenticity in getting on the fearless train. (33:47)
Rhonda’s story and why she punished herself for 20 years after a childhood trauma. (34:43)
The month of gold stars that opened the window to another way. (38:16)
The beautiful way that Rhonda bookends her day. (41:57)

How to contact Rhonda

Check out Rhonda’s incredible podcast at www.MasterCoachMindset.com
And find out more about the Fearless Living Institute at https://fearlessliving.org

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“My routine is my awareness tool. My tracking tool to tell me when I’m on track, when I’m off track, when do I need to course correct, and when I need to double-down.”

My guest today has flipped over 150 houses in the last six years. He’s Matt Aitchison, creator of 6FigureFlipper.com and an individual who has a unique and inspiring approach to happiness.

Matt’s goal is to be a millionaire in ALL areas of his life. Passionate about showing up as his ‘organic self’ consistently in all 8 of his ‘life gardens’, Matt’s attention to detail and ‘small bet’ testing mentality is an inspiration.

Thanks to his daily routines and methodical tracking, Matt has developed an intense level of self awareness, which helps him know when to course correct, double down, or change tact.

It’s an approach that’s brought him wealth in business, health, relationships, and financially - and a methodology that he shares in this powerful episode.

What you’re doing right now - in this exact moment - was once a stretch for you mentally and physically, but you figured out a way to normalize it. It’s just what you do now.”

Matt wasn’t always this focused and dedicated to his path.

In fact, it took a nosedive to rock bottom after a college arrest for a physical altercation. This was the wake-up call he needed to start designing the life his organic self craved.

For the last 10 years, Matt has been dedicated to 2.0 himself. Fuelled by a belief that what seems scary can become his new reality, Matt leverages his all in, all out personality to live a full on life.

So if you want hacks and strategies that will help step into your ‘organic self’, this episode is a must watch.

I promise, it’s a doozy!

“I’ve always believed that we grow into the conversations around us. If you want to be a millionaire, go hang out with nine other millionaires and most likely you’re going to adopt the mentality, the disciplines, the habits, the network, the research - all the information that will empower you to be on that path as well.”

Some questions I ask:

Tell me about your story and your transformation in your own words (0:56)
When you realised in college that you had to make some serious changes, how did you make that party happen? What was the first sprint like after you decided to get started? (9:33)
How does your daily routine keep the party going down the path you’ve chosen. (17:15)
How did you come up with your core values and what are some of the non-negotiables on your routine list? (22:42)
You say you want to be a whole-life millionaire. How does your mission, vision, and values help you find balance? (29:00)
How does gratitude feature in your life? (36:55)
Tell me more about Six-Figure Flipper. (39:55)
In the midst of everything you’ve accomplished, how do you stay grounded on a daily basis? (44:29)

In this episode, you will hear about:

How an altercation at school turned Matt’s life upside down and taught him that actions create consequences. (3:33)
Why a college arrest and brutal reality check taught him that your past doesn’t need to equal your future. (5:33)
How Matt got interested in real estate entrepreneurship. (7:50)
How a life audit helped Matt figure out what he needed to change and the two places he chose to edit first. (11:03)
Matt’s easy, two-column strategy that empowered him to step into his new life. (11:45)
The impact mentorship played in Matt’s turnaround. (13:47)
The book that led Matt down a path of self acceptance and transformation and gave him permission to be his ‘organic self’. (14:50)
What happened when Matt began living as the organic version of himself. (16:03)
Why clarity helps you eliminate distractions, condense your life, and be ruthless - so you can hone in on the things that are most important to you. (17:30)
The benefits of ‘small bets’ and how they help you figure out the best formula. (20:25)
Matt’s three daily non-negotiables and the role they play in his life. (23:14)
How MVVBP can help you discover your core values. (25:37)
Why counterbalance is more accurate than balance in life. (29:08)
How you spell love (it’s not what you think). (31:00)
Matt’s Legendary Life Rating and why he tracks them. (33:16)
The power of your RAS and how gratitude can help you enhance the things that are important to you. (38:06)

How to contact Matt

Find out more about 6-Figure Flipper at www.6figureflipper.com
Contact Matt at www.mattaitchison.com
Follow Matt:
www.facebook.com/officialmattya
https://twitter.com/officialmattya
instagram.com/officialmattya

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“Doing your thing is massively important to raising good kids. We should be able to show our kids that doing what we love is financially viable. I don’t want work to be a negative word. I don’t want kids to grow up and think they have to get a job to make money to have enough money to do the thing they love.”

This podcast episode is one of my favorite yet.

I can’t tell you how much I LOVED interviewing ‘Dana Banana’ - a Boss Mom herself and founder of the incredible Boss Mom community that’s helped over 50,000 women in the last 2.5 years.

Like me, Dana comes from a corporate background.

But everything changed when she realized that it wasn’t her job she was in love with - but her thirst for accomplishment.

This insight inspired her to quit her six-figure (plus) salary to become an entrepreneur - at the same time as having her first child!

“Our lives are basically just a series of decisions that we make every day - some conscious and some unconscious.”

Dana is proof that parenthood doesn’t need to change your personal ambitions for life, work, and yourself.

Instead, as you’ll discover in this week’s podcast, life-changing situations can in fact inspire the life-changing decisions that push you in the direction you truly desire.

In this episode, Dana gets up close and personal. Discussing everything from the drunken night that changed everything to the reason why shaving her legs is a daily non-negotiable.

But beyond the banter is some incredible insights that could truly change your life. For example, how Dana supports herself to make the right decisions - so she can be effective as a business owner, a mom, and a human.

So if you’re a mom who’s looking for support, ideas, and a like-minded community to help you take your business to the next level, then this episode is for you.

And it’s equally for you if you want to see how one woman juggles multiple demanding roles and comes out on top.

Enjoy :-)

“There are so many correlations - raising a business is just like raising a child!”

Some questions I ask:

Tell us about your journey. How did the BossMom movement start and come to life. (3:22)
How do you navigate the uncertainty and discomfort of making difficult decisions when you’re going through life-changing decisions? (10:20)
What does your daily routine look like? How does it help you cultivate your practice of staying on track? (15:28)
Do you have a process for offloading decisions to free up your plate? (19:09)
How does self care factor into your life? (23:50)
What are the non-negotiables you have to do every day to keep yourself moving, inspired, and excited to do more of what you’re doing. (29:39)
How does gratitude show up in your life? (34:29)
What kind of community can help people get into an active state of appreciation? (39:50)
In the midst of everything that’s happening in your life, how do you stay grounded? (46:59)

In this episode, you will hear about:

How Dana discovered her thing - and why it wasn’t around the specialty she expected. (6:55)
Why women make life changing decisions during life-changing situations. (9:52)
The role of decision confidence and decision support when making choices - and the role they play in managing guilt. (10:59)
Dana’s daily review of what’s important in her life through her Dream Makers and Deal Breakers - and how that helps her make the right decisions. (11:54)
The tools Dana uses to help plan her day, make decisions, and keep stock of her goals. (13:09)
How to feel good about what you are doing instead of feeling bad about what you’re NOT doing. (15:28)
The weekly practice Dana does on a Sunday night to get accountability and prioritize her week. (17:05)
Dana’s decision threshold and how it helps her interact with others effectively and delegate tasks. (18:13)
Dana’s work wife! (19:53)
What to do when survival mode is no longer sustainable and you need to reintegrate self care into your life - and why focusing on one thing at a time works best. (25:40)
Why leg shaving and flossing are some of Dana’s non-negotiables. (30:00)
Why Dana is passionate about giving compliments. (32:20)
Why Dana see gratitude as an opportunity - and how this shows up in her life. (36:19)
Why support is stability and how this can help you confidently climb without worrying about falling over. (40:49)
What to do when a situation no longer serves you. (43:40)

How to contact Dana

Visit www.bossmom.com/bmc to download the Boss Mom Companion
Follow Dana:
www.facebook.com/BossMomDana/
https://twitter.com/DanaMalstaff
instagram.com/danamalstaff

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“If you want to live a full life, you’ve got to throw your routine out the window sometimes and just be willing to take a ride on what the universe has to offer you.”

This episode’s guest uses Facebook for a very different reason than most.

Instead of getting lost in the timeline, Frost Fassett scrolled through the 100 plus events in his local area to pinpoint ONE to attend.

Then he did this EVERY SINGLE DAY for an entire year.

That’s 365 events in 365 different communities so he could have ONE profound conversation and learn something new every single day in 2017.

His DICE (Daily Inspiring Community Events) Project took him across America and overseas and gave him a unique insight into people and communities from all walks of life.

It’s totally fascinating and something we discuss at length in this episode.

“Community events are the social fabric of America. If we can have more community events we can have more real-world, face-to-face conversation with people shaking hands, then that is what is going to truly impact our nation. That is what is going to evolve our democracy.”

Frost believes that while we’re more connected than ever, we’re more isolated and alone than ever.

What’s more, the information silos we live in is leading to more polarisation as people don’t get to interact with perspectives and ideas that don’t align with their own beliefs.

He wanted to push back against this trend and get stuck into real-life conversations with real people doing good in their communities.

This experienced shaped and influenced Frost and he reveals all in this fascinating interview.

So whether you’re curious as to how one man can pack so much in or you’re interested to explore a simple idea that could inject more adventure, curiosity, and connection into your life, this episode is for you.

Because as Frost discovered, there is a superpower in community connections and when you have that sense of belonging somewhere, something beautiful and new can open up for your life.

Over to Frost...

“Life is not static… We have a past and we have a future… Life it’s a work in progress… Where I’ve got to go has got to be a constant re-evaluation of where I’m at right now.”

Some questions I ask:

Tell us about your incredible 2017. (3:47)
How was it travelling 90 minutes to get to a different location to get to an event? (12:35)
A lot of people aren’t putting in the work to find fulfilment and to be happy. What do you have to say about that? (13:40)
What are some of the biggest things that you learned during the year? What are some of the positives? What are you taking with you and what are you leaving behind? (20:33)
From a year of meeting so many people, how has that changed you as a person. How has that changed how you interact with others and build relationships? (26:42)
How did you find the middle ground so you could make connections when going to different communities and meeting different people? (31:07)
I believe there are fundamental things that humans can connect on, regardless of who we are. How did universal principles factor into your conversations to help you find common ground? (33:21)
What mindset did you take to these events? For example, did you rely on any rituals to foster a sense of positivity? (38:32)
Where did the best conversations come from? (45:16)
How do you stay grounded everyday? (50:37)

In this episode, you will hear about:

The 10k near-death experience in 2014 that jilted Frost and forced him to reassess what he wanted to do for his life and the impact he wanted to make. (4:08)
How Frost emerged with a new community mantra for life - and how it was influenced by polarized events. (5:02)
How conversations can change the world and the framework that can make that a reality. (7:39)
The community party event attended by 700 people that kicked off Frost’s mission with a ton of media coverage. (7:52)
How a book idea and his first event triggered Frost’s decision to proactively live his mantra daily through DICE (9:20)
What is DICE and how it defined a year of Frost’s life. (9:40)
The Facebook ‘thing’ Frost believes he is onto. (11:22)
The thought process that morphed DICE from a one-off decision to an annual project. (15:01)
The two motivations that kept Frost going for an entire year. (15:47)
The most uncomfortable conversation Frost had during his DICE project that turned into an inspiring, profound experience. (22:53)
The importance of finding common ground when meeting new people to create space for conversation and rapport. (35:35)
Why Frost poured his heart out in a bowling alley to secure his project. (39:47)
Frost’s passion for bigger businesses to get engaged with community events. (44:20)
Frost’s path in the universe and why he believes we all have one. (46:23)

How to contact Frost

You can find out more about Frost’s DICE project at www.DICE.events.

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“A lot of the times you need to do what you need to do before you can choose to do what you want to do.”

Today’s podcast guest is Carey Smolensky, author of Living Life with PASSION and Helping Others.

Carey is a dynamic businessman, event producer, and multi-faceted entertainer who’s been in the business since high school and I’m super pumped to interview him to learn more about his drives, his passions, and his perspective on life.

Carey is an incredible human with a huge appetite for life. Never settling with a commitment to constantly evolve everything in his life, Carey’s hunger and passion rubs off on you.

“A big part of my growth was learning how to say no.”

In this episode Carey shares how event production became his thing. We also talk at length about his upcoming Passion Summit and the impact Carey is hoping to make with this powerful 2-day event (there’s even a $350 discount for Stay Grounded listeners).

So if you’re looking for a lift and some insights and ideas that will help you find your passion and live a fuller life, I’m confident you’ll discover plenty in this podcast episode for you.

“I really believe that life is way too short… You never regret the things you tried. Whether you succeed or fail you never regret, but you do regret the things you haven’t tried.”

Some questions I ask:

How it all started. Carey’s background and how he came to help people live passionately. (2:31)
How have you been able to create multiple brands in the way that you have, which have lasted? (8:31)
You have a dedication to evolving. How do you nurture that on a daily basis for personal, self, and business? (11:27)
How do you create your own personal brand? How do you find the things that make you tick so that it can show up in every part of your life. (14:00)
How do you keep yourself accountable to the standard you set for yourself? (16:16)
What are some of your daily non-negotiables that you do for yourself to keep yourself positive and living passionately? (21:03)
Tell me more about the Passion Summit and what will be covered? (25:03)
Why do you think it’s important to learn from people from all walks of life when you’re trying to become your best self? (28:35)
What role does gratitude play in your daily life? (34:46)
What advice do you have for people who struggle to be appreciative and grateful when things are falling apart. (37:47)
How do you deal with self judgement so you can bring yourself back to a state of gratitude? (42:45)
How do you stay grounded every day? (44:16)

In this episode, you will hear about:

How Carey’s high school hustle transformed into a one-stop shop for social and corporate events that’s still in operation today. (2:55)
The story of how Carey’s book came about - and the accountability trick he used to make sure it got written. (6:43)
Carey’s perspective on failure and how it’s a force that can help you succeed. (8:05)
What happened when Carey began to focus on the clients that appreciate his services. (10:03)
Why Carey doesn’t want to live with regret - and how he lives to ensure that doesn’t happen. (11:51)
The moment Carey realized what he was really chasing after in life. (14:45)
How Carey deals with his huge to-do list and the attitude he takes towards it. (16:30)
Why friendship is important in business. (18:00)
Why saying NO can be more helpful to others than saying YES - and the email trick that can cut the pressure on you. (19:52)
How Carey is planning to create a global community of passionate people. (27:38)
Carey’s Front Row Foundation and the ocean story that moves and motivates him to keep giving.
How to use the five-minute rule to transform your mindset so you can cope with negativity and challenges. (38:52)
Why multitasking is not a shortcut and how it can cut engagement with others. (45:28)

How to contact Carey

Get your ticket to Carey’s 2018 2-day Passion Summit at www.thepassionsummit.com. Use code GROUNDED to save $350 on your ticket price.

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“You can have it all. You simply have to know what ALL is for you.”

The surname Miles may be familiar, and because Shannon’s husband, Bryan was my guest in episode 11.

Shannon and Bryan co-founded Belay Solutions seven years ago. It’s a virtual company that offers self-motivated people the chance to create work (and life) on their terms. Shannon is an amazing role model and an inspiring leader. Working alongside Bryan, she’s built an incredible company, raised two beautiful kids, and has mastered her schedule so she can live life on her terms.

And in this podcast episode we dig into the thinking, mindset shifts, and decisions that enabled her to do that.

“The Third Option is about doing your work, but also allowing you to prioritize your family and your personal life in a way that you can’t in a traditional office environment.”

In this episode Shannon shares how her own life and upbringing became the triggers that inspired her to ‘never settle’. She also reveals the backstory behind Belay and how an accidental, part-time gig at a job she loved became the entire foundation for the company she now runs with Bryan.

We also get deep into the power of gratitude and how it’s become an intentional tool that allows her to motivate herself and her team, and inspire her children.

I loved chatting with Shannon. I love her passion for service and her commitment to inspire others to create a life that works for them - because she knows it’s possible.

So if you’re feeling frustrated that work has resulted in far too many compromises for you, listen into Shannon’s episode and discover more about an option that many people don’t realize exist, but one which could be perfect for you.

“Gratitude is mindfulness taking action.”

Some questions I ask:

You work with your husband. How was it deciding roles and figuring out how to make everything work with your own lives? (2:50)
How do you start your day? What routines or practices do you follow to keep yourself rocking and rolling? (4:37)
Tell us more about the story behind your new book. (14:40)
What is the Third Option? (18:49)
How do you rewire your brain to make the 3rd choice feel possible - that you really can have everything you want? (21:08)
How hard was it to start working virtually? How did you motivate yourself? (24:20)
How do you balance work-related with your personal goals? (29:40)
What do you think about sharing your intentions with others. How does that work as a practice? (33:20)
How did you develop such a sense of ownership for your own life? (36:29)
How do you stay grounded on a daily basis? (42:55)

In this episode, you will hear about:

How Shannon started out with Belay. (0:56)
The critical role gratitude plays in Shannon’s life - and the practice she pairs with it to help frame her day. (7:07)
The 2-minute team email that transformed a stressful situation and showed leadership from Shannon. (12:27)
Shannon’s new tactic for this year that’s inspiring her weekly planning, daily task management, and an ongoing feeling of accomplishment. (26:56)
The value of transparency and how it influences her life and work. (33:30)
How Shannon’s upbringing inspired ownership and helped her shaped her own path. (37:11)
Shannon’s tip for not taking on other people’s challenges - so they can own them instead. (40:20)
The backstory behind Shannon’s new book and why she’s inspired by the stories of other people’s third option choices.

How to contact Shannon

Check out Shannon at www.mythirdoption.com
Follow Shannon on Instagram - ShannonKMiles

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“Life isn’t about finding yourself. It’s about eliminating the things that you are not.”

This podcast is like none I’ve done before.

Not only was this episode recorded live and in-person with this week’s guest, but it was a tandem job! As I’m sharing this episode with you, so is Austin sharing this exact same episode on his podcast.

Austin is the CEO and founder of Entrecloud - a forward-thinking WordPress hosting company that helps amplify entrepreneur’s voices online. Austin is also a deep-thinker, a philosopher and an action-taker. Since I first met him he’s achieved so much and keeps raising the bar higher.

So when I saw him in San Diego earlier this month at a mastermind meetup, I couldn’t wait to pull out the mic, hit record, and get stuck into a deep, thought-provoking conversation about life, happiness, fear, and everything in between.

“Happiness doesn’t exist outside of you. It’s not a place elsewhere or in the future. If you aren’t present or content in the moment, you will always be chasing the dragons that you’ll never reach”

If you want to create a happier life, you have to take responsibility for creating a happier life.

Happiness is a mindset and a choice. It’s an emotion that’s inherently human, and also one that you can cultivate and design - if you have strategies to do that.

In this week’s episode, Austin and I explore the philosophy of happiness, the importance of men being able to process their emotions, and the awesome power of fear and how you can use it to get what you want.

We also talk about cheat codes, taking massive action, and how your higher self is always drawing you closer to the live you want to live.

This conversation took place over a glass of wine in the beautiful Californian sun and the more we talked, the more the ideas and insights flowed.

Austin inspired me and I’m confident he’ll inspire you too. Discover what we have to say on some of life’s most important topics in this week’s podcast.

“You can’t find something if you don’t know what you’re looking for… You’ve got to know what you want and then really clearly define what you want. That’s the first step to making it real.”

Some topics we talk about:

My perspective on happiness and how it’s changed over time. (1:37)
How Austin believes you can cultivate feelings of happiness and how that’s a result of the alignment of three core aspects. (4:19)
Austin’s daily ritual that helps him create happiness. (6:06)
Why Raj believes visualization is a ‘cheat code’ and how he practices it to enhance his life. (9:58)
How you can get your Reticular Activating System working in your favor so you can see the pattern of your future self unfolding and attract the things you want to you. (11:47)
How we both use appreciation as a tool to get perspective and create a happier life. (15:40)
Where the aha moments that trigger change come from and how you can cultivate them at will to initiate change more easily. (19:53)
Austin’s inspiring story of significant transformation. (22:40)
Raj’s heartfelt and beautiful definition of what happiness is to him. (30:48)
Will Smith’s acronym for FEAR and how it can change your approach to life. (37:29)
Why Austin believes the notion of conquering fear doesn’t always help you. (38:27)
What Disney’s Inside Out movie can teach you about upping your emotional game. (41:32)
Why Raj loves journaling and how he uses it as a tool to release emotions and craft his life. (45:52)
What Austin believes it takes to be a conscious evolved man. (47:55)
A list of healthy outlets which people can use to better know themselves and experience happiness at a deeper level. (49:11)

How to contact Austin

Check out Austin at https://entrecloud.com.
Follow Austin on Facebook at www.facebook.com/austintfelton

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“I wanted to show my kids that they should go out and want all the best things and not settle for anything less.”

Today’s guest, Heather Vickery beams. Her energy, passion, and excitement for life just oozes out of her. But it wasn’t always that way.

When you’re not connected with the truth of who you are, life feels out of alignment - and that can make for a miserable existence.

This was the experience faced by today’s podcast guest - just four short years ago.

A slow, but steady period of discovery shocked Heather into realizing her life was a lie. After a decade of marriage with four beautiful kids, Heather realised she’d ‘married the wrong gender’. It was a shocking discovery and one that took a while to process. It also became the trigger that forced Heather to reevaluate everything and laid the foundations for the life she enjoys today.

In this deeply personal episode, Heather talks about what it was like to reshape her identity and learn to tap into her heart and soul so she could discover who she really was. It’s essential listening for anyone who’s committed to exploring and expressing their full self.

“Facing fear gives us the opportunity to be brave and when we embrace bravery - that’s empowering!”

Heather now works as a coach helping clients unearth their authentic self and believe in their own power - so they can enjoy a life well lived and a business well run.

In this awesome podcast, Heather goes deep on some of the strategies she uses with clients to get results. Covering everything from moving through fear to the questions you need to ask to step into the person you need to be, I dare you to listen to this interview and not be changed - even a little.

I feel so grateful for having Heather on the Stay Grounded Podcast. She dropped so much gold and shared so many fresh insights, I’m confident she’s going to rock your world.

So listen and discover some powerful building blocks that will inspire you to choose YOU - and start living a life of happiness, fulfilment, and possibilities.

“I know what’s right for me and when I embrace what my heart and soul is telling me is right, the good things always happen.”

Some questions I ask:

What was the turning point for you? When did you decide to be you? (7:07)
How do you empower yourself to live your truth on a day-by-day basis? (7:50)
With all the chaos, what’s the non-negotiable that you lean on to get things back under control. (11:24)
How do you get comfortable shedding off your skin and growing into your authentic self? (16:34)
In what way has gratitude been huge for you and how do you practice it every day? (21:17)
How do you strive to be better without beating yourself up? (24:12)
How can you recognize when you’re not stepping into your truth? (28:00)
As you’ve made changes to your life, in what way did fear show up and how did you learn to accept this? (30:25)
Tell me more about how you go about achieving the things you want to accomplish. (35:43)
How do you stay grounded on a daily basis? (42:27)

In this episode, you will hear about:

The defining moment when Heather realized she had to walk her truth - and how that freed her. (4:39)
The Truth About You list and how to use it to feel good and get out of a slump. (8:30)
Heather’s ‘jealousy’ surrounding morning routines and the reality of a hard, fast start with four kids. (9:30)
The importance of the school run farewell and how this is a moment that grounds Heather in her day. (12:39)
Why work-life harmony is the key to a happy life. (14:37)
The benefit of life experience and how it helps you to discover who you are. (17:00)
One of Heather’s favorite questions that can help you get what you want. (18:26)
How heather became interested in a gratitude practice and how it’s enabled her to bring more positivity to her life. (21:26)
The Breakdown Method and how to apply it. (24:28)
Heather’s kickass strategy to help you move beyond fear. (37:54)
How Heather incorporates celebration into her work - and why she thinks you should too. (41:37)

How to contact Heather

Check out Heather at www.vickeryandco.com
Follow Heather on Facebook at www.facebook.com/VickeryandCo/

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“I can teach you business in one word - meditation.”

Todd White is the founder of Dry Farm Wines - a passionate business based in Napa Valley that’s busy transforming the way people drink and view wine.

In this podcast, Todd talks about the practices and principles that enabled him to learn from a previous business failure (that cost him millions), to create Dry Farm Wines. A business that did $37,000 in revenue during 2015, $15m in 2017, and is in course to generate $28m in 2018.

What’s interesting about Todd’s incredible success is he hasn’t relied on conventional methods.

Instead, he’s creating from a place of flow - from a place where he’s connected with source energy. And that’s not just Todd. All 15 of Todd’s passionate employees practice the same daily rituals and ketogenic diet creating a powerful lifestyle where business success comes without disrupting Todd’s peace and presence - something that’s hugely important to him.

“Coffee is for morning love and wine is for evening love - that way you can love all day!”

Todd is unlike most business owners I’ve met.

He has a unique take on the importance of money and has plenty to say about life architecture - something we dive into deep during this podcast episode.

So if you’ve been looking for a way to build a life of peace and calm and you want to know how an 8-figure business owner proactively builds his life (and company) in a way that removes stress and anxiety, this episode is for you.

Todd also throws down a challenge that wine can enhance your love life! Make sure you listen in to the end to hear what I have to say about that :)

And if you love wine, and you’d like to enjoy more (without the hangover), listen out for Todd’s special gift exclusively for Stay Grounded listeners. I think you’ll love it.

“When we feel great and we have our best cognitive performance, that’s when we can really start to enhance our overall performance through mental training, meditation, and gratitude.”

Some questions I ask:

How did your staff learn the manifestation and meditation rituals that you practice? (10:30)
You follow a ketogenic diet. Can you explain for our listeners what that is and why you made the choice to eat in this way. (16:58)
When it comes to how you live your life, you seem so dialled in. Have you always been this way or was there a particular moment when it all clicked and you set out on a path to change. (22:49)
You talk a lot about ‘life architecture’. Can you explain to our listeners what you mean by that? (29:57)
You run a company called Dry Farm Wines, can you explain what your business does for the wine industry and for your customers? (35:41)
On a day-to-day basis, how do you stay grounded? (46:18)

In this episode, you will hear about:

The one-hour start for all 15 staff at Dry Farm Wines that is a non-negotiable and arguably the biggest single contributor to Todd’s success. (4:53)
Todd is on path for a significant expansion. Here’s what he’s most excited about. (11:35)
Why Todd makes his bed perfectly as soon as he wakes up in the morning. (13:49)
Why Todd thinks gratefulness is so important. (15:09)
Why Todd has followed a ketogenic diet for the last four years - and the incredible results he has enjoyed from making this decision. (17:18)
Why business failure was the trigger that set Todd on a path of inspired change. (23:16)
Todd’s simple prescription for inner peace. (27:16)
The three pain points that contributed to Todd’s previous business failure that he’s now consciously removed from Dry Farm Wines. (33:13)
An insight into Todd’s 15 rules for business success. (35:00)
The HUGE problem Dry Farm Wines solves for wine lovers. (38:04)
How to get a bottle of Dry Farm Wines for a penny. (46:36)

How to contact Todd

You can discover more about Dry Farm Wines and take advantage of Todd’s one penny wine offer at www.dryfarmwines.com/javapresse.

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“I live my life by the five-minute rule. When things go wrong it’s OK to be negative - but not for more than five minutes.”

Hal Elrod needs no introduction.

As the author of the best-selling book, The Miracle Morning, Hal is best known for his six-part SAVERS morning routine that has changed lives and is practiced by over 500,000 people across the world.

It’s a book that has influenced me hugely - both personally and also as I was building JavaPresse and crafting our message. I am hugely grateful for this man and his work.

For me, Hal is a true inspiration and a rock star (as you’ll see in this week’s episode). This is a man who embraces life fully and has created a mindset to feel joy in every moment. And in this podcast he shares countless knowledge bombs that will help you feel happier and more fulfilled every day of your life.

“Every negative emotion that you have ever felt in your life or could ever feel is self-created. And it is self-created by a resistance to our reality.”

So listen in to discover how beating death not once, but TWICE helped Hal create a philosophy of positivity, gratitude, and acceptance.

I’m confident his view on the world will inspire you to let go of the things you can’t control, decide to make the most of every moment, and create a morning ritual that will take your enjoyment of your coffee to the next level.

What will your biggest takeaway be?

“Change what you can change, accept what you can’t.”

Some questions I ask:

What was your mindset after the accident that left you in a coma unable to walk - possibly never again. (9:08)
The question Hal asks YOU that holds the potential to make a significant impact on your life. (12:25)
What are some things that people can do everyday to nurture the muscle of acceptance so they can draw on it at will? (17:05)
How do you think the universe responds to affirmations and what is your take on this practice? (26:18)
What are your thoughts on gratitude and how does this practice contribute to the mindset you've created for yourself and the world? (30:52)
What are some of your daily non-negotiables? (33:21)
You’re so rooted in your why and you’ve achieved and overcome so much in your life. How do you stay grounded in your why despite everything that’s going on? (42:50)

In this episode, you will hear about:

The most valuable lesson that Hal ever learned in his life. (9:52)
How the five-minute rule helped Hal choose how to feel during the most difficult time n his life - and why it was an attitude that helped him walk again. (11:33)
The key to being free from emotional pain. (13:35)
The three word mantra and sense check that Hal uses to halt emotional pain when faced with a situation he can’t control. (16:00)
Why affirmations are one of the six principles of The Miracle Morning and the four-part process Hal practices to ensure affirmations deliver results. (19:06)
Hal’s number one non-negotiable - regardless of where he is in the world. (33:44)
Why failure to achieve a goal can be more valuable than hitting the goal you set. (27:27)
Rear view mirror syndrome and how it can keep you locked in a box. (30:20)
A quick overview of the six practices of The Miracle Morning. (35:14)
The best bang for your buck when it comes to visualization. (38:01)
Why Robert Kiyosaki (Rich Dad, Poor Dad fame) believes The Miracle Morning is so powerful. (40:40)

How to contact Hal

You can discover more about Hal at www.HalElrod.com.
You can join over 133,000 in the Miracle Morning Facebook community - www.mytmmcommunity.com

And of course you can grab a copy of The Miracle Morning book from Amazon.

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“I love 30 day challenges. In 12 months you can have 12 new habits that can transform your life. In 3 years you have 36 new habits and you’re a whole new person.”

Brad Hart is an experienced entrepreneur, investor, trader, advisor, and mentor to people who want more from their life. We met at a mastermind and connected immediately.

Brad is a bundle of fired up energy and a force for good. His articles have been read over a million times and his charity works keeps changing lives for the better.

But Brad’s life wasn’t always this way…

After a freak accident left his dad unable to walk, Brad was forced to grow up fast. By the age of five he was expected to be self-sufficient and in his early teens he started living out of his car - to escape his drunk father and avoid the mom he resented.

This challenging childhood taught Brad that he didn’t belong and that people didn’t like him. It was the reason he became an accidental entrepreneur.

He longed to be rich and wealthy - and he succeeded. But financial success didn’t give him the happiness and fulfilment he craved.

“I don’t start fires. I throw gasoline on them.”

Brad’s story is one of finding your way from rock bottom up and creating a life that not only fulfils you - but supports, inspires, and helps others too.

In this incredible podcast, Brad reveals his soul. He explains how he “started out really fcked up and found a way that works for US.”*

Brad is proof that life really can do a 180. That you can break free of your struggles. That you can escape old paradigms and patterns. That you can move beyond the most challenging of circumstances to create a life that leaves you fulfilled, driven, and inspired to ‘improve’ day after day after day.

I was amazed listening to Brad’s story and I’m sure you will be too.

“It’s not about filling more hours, it’s about making sure you show up to the hours you’re filling completely 100% present and focused.”

Some questions I ask:

What was the mental shift that allowed you to recover from rock bottom and allowed you to heal yourself emotionally. (18:20)
You’ve had a lot of mentors. How do you cut the time between getting the help you need and figuring out who you need it from? (The answer to this blew me away). (21:48)
How does gratitude and appreciation show up in your life? (25:30)
Now that you know who you are, what are some of your daily non-negotiables that keep you lit and moving forward with your mission? (30:19)
How would you recommend people get started with making positive changes in their life? (34:42)
In the midst of everything, how do you stay grounded on a daily basis? (40:59)

In this episode, you will hear about:

The defining moment that forced Brad to become homeless - and how his best friend prevented a murder. (10:05)
The reason Brad was driven to become rich and wealthy and how this desire made him an ‘accidental entrepreneur’. (12:45)
Why a Dear John letter was the trigger that dragged Brad to rock bottom - and how this transformed into the pivot that turned his life around. (16:30)
The significant impact Tony Robbins has had on Brad’s life. (19:37)
The insight Brad wish he’d discovered 10 years ago. (23:32)
The entrepreneurial test Brad recommends you take. (24:41)
Brad’s take on gratitude and how the contrast and vibration can enhance your life. (26:42)
The four happy chemicals you should foster to feel and perform at your best everyday. (31:47)
The collection of activities Brad leans on to kick-start his day - and why he makes this time sacred. (32:14)
The reason habits are everything and why this belief is the catalyst to positive change. (35:26)
The relevance of the pendulum swing from freedom to responsibility - and how to use it to empower you. (36:10)
Why you should focus on 1% change. (37:06)
The powerful reason Brad believes we should ‘collaborate towards winning’ and the threat to us all if we don’t. (40:09)

How to contact Brad

You can discover more about Brad at http://makemoremarbles.com/about.
You can find Brad on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/bradhart
And you can check out Brad’s charitable work at www.thegreatnessfoundation.com/ and www.thegreatnessfoundation.com.

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“Even when you’re firing on all cylinders there’s always something falling behind that you can improve on”

Edward Bryan is my incredible personal trainer who I work with in Houston, Texas.

But rewind to his youth, and you’d never imagine health and fitness would be his path. At the age of 17, Edward weighed 380lbs. He was also diagnosed with hypertension and atrial fibrillation - an incredibly rare condition for a man of his age.

So he took the meds he was prescribed and kept partying and ignoring his health.

Until he hit 22.

It started out as a day just like any other, but ended with a 19 hour stint in the emergency room. Edward was used to his heart playing up, but this episode was different. The medics couldn’t reset its rhythm and he was threatened with heart surgery.

After being prescribed two additional meds with terrifying side-effects, Edward realized this was the point his life had to change. And from that moment forward, Edward has taken total responsibility for his health - with incredible results.

Despite the odds, he lost his weight, became a highly sought after personal trainer, and dropped all medication bar a beta blocker.

“I’m always trying to break myself every single day to humble me… it helps me keep rolling.”

Edward is an inspiring person to train with, but it’s not just his PT skills that motivate me.

What I love most about Edward is that he hacked his way from conventional thought and experimented until he found a way that worked for him.

From figuring out what triggered his heart episodes to testing diets to understand what would help him thrive, Edward is constantly looking to improve.

He’s proof that even when the medical profession say life is going to be a particular way, you DON’T have to accept their diagnosis.

Instead, with the right commitment, discipline, and gratitude, you can make the most of the hand you’ve been dealt to live an incredible life.

Check out Edward’s story and see for yourself.

“I was comfortable being medicated and I was comfortable with my diseases. I realized if I got that far back on my own, I can claw my way forward on my own.”

Some questions I ask:

What kind of mindset did it take for you to start ‘testing’ on yourself? (11:26)
It’s so easy to blame, but hard to take ownership. Once you decided to take responsibility for your life, how did your mindset and other things change? (14:04)
What tips can you share with people who feel comfortable with their life and want to take action to move forward before they hit rock bottom? (17:45)
Walk me through your daily routine. How do you squeeze in all the activities that help you make the most of life? (21:44)
How does gratitude play a role in your daily life? (25:49)
Can you share some of the resources that you found helpful when you were getting healthy? (33:30)
In the midst of everything that’s happened, how do you keep the train moving? (37:18)

In this episode, you will hear about:

The trigger that set Edward’s life on a whole new path. (1:33)
The discovery that changed Edward’s diet and how it helped him lose 100lbs. (8:30)
The little talked about problem with high grain, carbohydrate diets. (10:42)
The mindset Edward’s mum installed that paved the way for him to heal himself. (11:38)
Why medication represented complacency and only led to Edward digging himself a deeper hole. (14:28)
Why waking up seriously early helps him stay humble and appreciative. (21:58)
How coffee features in Edward’s day. (24:07)
The insight that helped Edward get off all his meds but one. (26:51)
Why a job at the ‘Y’ was the stepping stone into a personal training career. (29:58)
How life coaching changed his life. (33:56)
The inspiration behind Edward’s decision to become a Primal Health Coach. (35:36)
Why ‘cheat days’ are unavoidable and necessary. (38:12)

How to contact Edward

You can discover more about Edward at www.grindtothrive.com.

If you live local to Houston, Texas you’ll find Edward at www.c4athlete.com where he offers personal training services.

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“You are the best doctor for your body. You are the best therapist for your mind. You’ve just got to do the work.”

Rewind the clock 4 ½ years and today’s guest was recovering from a heart attack.

The cumulative effect of a lifetime on the stage had led to everything from diabetes to sleep apnea, to fertility problems, heart disease, and seriously high cholesterol.

But there was something about facing death that shifted professional comedian, Matt Kazam’s perspective.

He shocked him to realize that despite doing the work he was born to do, he was still unhappy.

But in the face of his own mortality he became more open-minded. He didn’t want to die, he didn’t want to pump himself full of medication. Instead wanted to figure out a ‘real’ way to live a life of joy, health, and happiness.

And it was this insight that transformed his life.

“If you created a blueprint for unhappiness, it would be how western society lives its life.”

In this episode, Matt shares how he went about undoing 45 years of living the wrong way.

More than fixing his diet, Matt’s story is one of rewiring and re-booting. He attacked his problem from a place of logic and common sense and went back to the way we’re supposed to live our lives.

With a day-to-day structured around rituals and routines that fill Matt with health, positivity and happiness, Matt’s story is an example of what’s possible when you take charge of your life.

This is a guy who couldn’t tie his shoes - yet six months later he ran a half-marathon.

This is a man who was infertile - but now he’s the inspirational dad to a beautiful three-year-old.

This is an ‘unhappy comic’ who recognised that we’re meant to be happy, positive creatures - so he created a blueprint that allowed him to experience that truth.

Matt’s passion for his journey flows out of every pore. His excitement for life and his passion for figuring out the path to happiness is an inspiration. So listen in and I’m certain Matt will help you see your world through fresh new eyes. He may even inspire you to start a journey of transformation for yourself.

“If you’re looking for joy where joy doesn’t exist,

you’re NEVER going to find it.”

Some questions I ask:

What did your day look like before you transformed your lifestyle? (6:33)
What does your day look like now? (13:58)
Why do you think your routines and rituals are so effective at keeping you in line? (25:54)
How do your non-negotiables help you make happiness a daily priority? (31:10)
If someone feels at rock bottom or they’re not where they want to be, what advice or tips do you have to help them start out on the road to change? (41:07)
How do you stay grounded so you don’t slip back into the way you were? (55:33)

In this episode, you will hear about:

The decision that kick-started Matt’s new path. (Spoiler. It was much more than his diet). (3:35)
The real reason Matt’s previous life had led him down the road to unhappiness. (8:16)
The name Matt chose for his daughter that celebrates his journey. (8:56)
The number 360 and why better nutrition and health alone aren’t enough to feel happy. (9:48)
The quote that has become Matt’s mantra - and how it guides his life each day. (11:39)
What Matt’s morning juice means to him (14:25)
The critical role coffee plays in Matt’s day. (19:49)
Why Matt lingers at the grocery store and how this plays into his new rules for food. (23:00)
The single biggest thing he’s learnt on his journey. (24:14)
What Matt has to say about gratitude and how he uses it as fuel to pay it forward. (34:08)
Matt’s inspiring connection with veterans suffering from PTSD. (38:40)
Why you need to be aware of the status quo and the power of THREE DAYS. (42:00)
The importance of getting away from the television - and what you can do instead. (51:00)
Why his mother’s ‘turkey tray’ was a trigger for his new lifestyle. (53:30)
The wake up call of infertility and how being a dad is now a guiding force for the future. (55:50)

How to contact Matt

You can discover more about Matt’s work at www.theylaughyouwin.com.

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“If I’m going to make a dent in this world, I have only a certain amount of time… So rather than watch that time be wasted away, I’d rather be intentional with it.”

Along with his wife Shannon, Bryan Miles is committed to rewriting the workplace mindset.

Driven by his manifesto that “the way we work doesn’t work anymore”, Bryan inspires businesses to liberate their employees and transform their culture with remote working.

Far from losing control over staff, Bryan argues home-based workers are happier and more productive.

With more autonomy over their day, working from home allows people to contribute more to their family life - as well as someone else’s place of work. As a result, they’re more motivated to do their best work for their employer.

This is something Bryan has experienced first-hand.

With over 600 remote-working employees, Bryan believes working for his company - BELAY Solutions - ruins staff for anyone else! When people experience a culture of trust, autonomy, and freedom, they don’t want to settle for anything less.

“When I pray I don’t just beg for wisdom. I beg for the courage to act when I get that wisdom.”

One of the reasons Bryan has been able to build such a successful virtual culture for so many people is because he’s a master of organization.

Intentional with his time and committed to be the best steward possible in all his roles, Bryan is able to achieve success in both his personal and professional life.

I was filled with gratitude after interviewing Bryan. He crushed my belief that big companies need an office and left me with a stack of insights that will help JavaPresse grow. He’s also inspired me to be a better man with some simple, yet smart organizational strategies.

I’m certain Bryan will inspire you to leverage the benefits that more order can bring for your life too.

“Organization makes me happy. Happiness for me is having things in order.”

Some questions I ask:

Why is having a virtual culture important to you and how does it affect the happiness of you and your employees? (3:13)
How does your day begin? Talk me though your daily routine. (6:10)
What part of your day is non-negotiable and sacred? (9:20)
How do you make yourself a priority when you have so many priorities on your plate? (12:03)
How does gratitude play a part in your day-to-day? (15:10)
How often do you reflect? (18:50)
How did you cultivate a practice of being intentional with your time? (22:00)
Tell me more about your new book - Virtual Culture. (28:08)
With your book and your business you’re disrupting a mindset about the way we work. What practices help you keep dreaming? (31:20)
How do you stay grounded on a daily basis? (35:16)

In this episode, you will hear about:

Why remote working leads to happiness - and why it’s a decision that can have a positive impact on your business. (4:09)
Bryan’s prediction about the next wave of progress in business and the workplace. (5:28)
The app that helps Bryan maximize his mornings and keep him accountable. (6:44)
The important reason Bryan doesn’t rush right into work at the beginning of the day. (7:04)
The surprising, non-negotiable afternoon habit that Bryan used to be embarrassed about. (8:20)
Why a color-coded calendar helps Bryan be the person he needs to be - in all his roles. (9:51)
How Bryan uses gratitude as a power to lift his life. (16:10)
Bryan’s technique for journaling and why it’s a part of his legacy for his children. (19:00)
Why Bryan’s dad shifted his perception and motivations around time. (22.28)
Top tips for finding and working with a mentor. (26:00)
Bryan’s manifesto and why this ‘line in the sand’ drives him everyday. (30:47)
The word that helps Bryan stay grounded and be more present in everyday life. (35:35)

How to contact Bryan

You can discover more about BELAY Solutions at www.belaysolutions.com.

You can check out Bryan’s new book - Virtual Culture - at www.virtualculturebook.com

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“Life’s too short to not follow your dreams.”

On October 10, 2014 Lauren Raja’s life was turned upside down. After watching her husband, Justin die in a boating accident, Lauren became a widow. She was just 32.

Crippled by grief, Lauren spent hours staring at the wall - not knowing how to live, until memories of ‘Mamma Jean’ gave her the strength to get back on her feet.

Lauren realized she had to learn to channel her anger and grief in a better way - so she created Justin Jean Pajamas. Named after two people that she loved and lost, Lauren’s story is proof that hope can come from tragedy and that loss can become a catalyst to inspire others.

“It took me being at my lowest point to really figure out

what I wanted out of life.”

Thanks to her pajamas, Lauren was inspired to never give up. More than sleepwear, Lauren’s pajamas are a legacy to Justin and Mamma Jean. The logo was crafted from their signatures. Polka dot pajamas were chosen because Justin loved spotty socks and Jean was a seamstress.

The three playful ruffles in each design represent Lauren’s values of authenticity, integrity, and passion while the branded hearts inspire her customers to live their dream.

Fuelled by the depth of love she gave and received from Justin and Jean, Lauren is proof that you can #RockTheRuffles, even after the most painful loss.

I’m certain Lauren’s story will inspire you to ‘make today count’ as it did for me.

“It’s amazing the response you get when you put your whole heart into something and show people that you love what you do.”

Some questions I ask:

After your loss, how did you use a routine to help you get back on your feet? (4:32)
What role does coffee play in your life and how does it help you accomplish things? (9:08)
You talk about the power of example, what advice would you give to others to help them find their role model? (15:35)
How do you hold yourself accountable and keep yourself on track everyday? (19:07)
What role does gratitude play in your life? (21:19)
How did you develop your mindset for success? (26:44)
How do you stay grounded? (34:22)
What do you do everyday to help you stay happy? (37:31)

In this episode, you will hear about:

The incredible story of Mamma Jean and how she helped Lauren get back on her feet. (5:13)
What Lauren thinks about coffee and how it connects to her business. (9:33)
The number 1 thing you need to do to move forward after a tragedy. (15:53)
The mistake most people make about taking chances. (17:27)
The importance of surrounding yourself with good people. (20:00)
How loss turned up the gratitude in Lauren’s life. (21:40)
The three people Lauren started her business to honor. (30:44)
Lauren’s incredible plans for the future. (35:06)

How to contact Lauren

You can #RockTheRuffles and check out Lauren’s beautiful range of pajamas at www.justinjeanpjs.com

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“I don’t have to chase extraordinary moments to find happiness - it’s right in front of me if I’m paying attention and practicing gratitude.” - Brene Brown

In my search for contagious happiness, I’ve explored a number of practices and strategies.

And daily gratitude is one of those simple practices that has fundamentally changed how I feel.

That’s because gratitude is a source for instant happiness. Find something appreciate and good feelings fill you instantly. Better still, gratitude is easy to practice because there’s always something to feel thankful for - even something as simple as the feel of the breeze on your skin or an incredible sunset.

But here’s what really surprised me…

When you make gratitude a daily habit, you’ll find that it helps you cope with hardships. It’s not just a strategy for the good times.

That’s why I say gratitude is your cheat code.

To find out more, listen in to this podcast. It’s a short one - just over 6 minutes so a perfect coffee break treat.

In this episode I talk about:

Why gratitude is like a muscle - and what that means for your daily practice. (00:30)
The many languages of gratitude. (00:59)
What to feel gratitude for. (02:59)
Why a daily gratitude practice becomes an abundant well that you can draw upon to fuel your day - even through the bad times. (02:10)
When gratitude becomes a cheat code. (02:30)
How (and when) to practice gratitude. (04:52)

“Gratitude is the cheat code to help you stand with

the power of the world behind your back.”

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“You are the author of your own story.

You can create any reality you want.”

Nearing the peak of his Hollywood screenwriting career, Marc Gutman walked away from it all.

This decision wasn’t in the life plan! In love with stories and the movies, Marc had a shot most writers only dream about. Working for the likes of Disney and Oliver Stone, Marc rubbed shoulders with some of Hollywood’s greats.

But looking down the road, he was shocked at the people further ahead. 30-year-old screenwriters earning millions, living in their big Californian homes - they ‘had it all’, but they weren’t happy. Marc’s Hollywood dream wasn’t living up to his expectations.

So Marc came to Boulder - to the mountains - to get clarity on his next steps... and then never left!

Marc realized he wanted to tell real stories, rather than Hollywood fiction. He wanted to write about the things that mattered to him rather than focusing on what would sell.

So he started Wild Story to help entrepreneurs use storytelling to engage their customers.

And in doing so, he figured out a way to do what he loved in a way that works for him.

“Being happy takes work. So to think that it shows up without intention, without cost, without compromise to other things in your life, I think would be misguided.”

Marc’s story is one of putting your happiness first - and willingly making the sacrifices needed to make this happen. In this episode, Marc shares the strategies, decisions, and daily actions that help him live life his way.

From his daily cup of coffee to long walks with his wife, Marc has found a way to live his story - and feel good in the process.

His story has inspired me and I’m sure it will do the same for you too.

“The one thing that is 100% always in my life is a cup of coffee - always.”

Some questions I ask:

How do you live your story better? How do you use your story to fuel happiness? (10:05)
How do you set up your day so you can get started and keep moving? (13:54)
How have you setup your business so you can be happy? (20:24)
What things don’t get compromised no matter where you are? (25:08)
What tips can you share for staying more present and focused on the now? (27:30)
What role does gratitude play in your life? (36:17)
In the midst of your successes and achievements, what do you come back to so you stay grounded? (39:42)

In this episode, you will hear about:

Marc’s route to Hollywood. (1.22)
Why Marc’s Hollywood dream didn’t measure up in reality. (4:20)
Why soul-searching helped Marc discover what he loved. (8:30)
The life-changing event that forced Marc to reassess his life. (14:27)
How Marc ensures his priorities aren’t compromised. (18:45)
How Marc redefines the cost of the things that make him happy. (22:15)
The one thing that’s 100% always in Marc’s day. (26:03)
The reality check that Marc uses to help him manage a crossroads. (30.28)
How Marc’s mantra helps stay happy - even when the day ahead is challenging. (32:15)
The powerful reframe that can change how you feel about your day, instantly. (32:50)
Marc’s simple happiness tip. (35:10)

How to contact Marc

You can find out more about Marc’s storytelling work at www.wildstory.com.
Contact Marc at marc@wildstory.com.

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“Anything worth doing is worth overdoing.” - Daymond John

Last month I had a close encounter with a Shark.

It wasn’t in the water and it wasn’t in a tank either. Instead, I was one of four lucky winners (out of thousands of entries in a competition organized by Belay Solutions.

And my prize was pretty epic!

I got to have a one-to-one mentoring session with the People’s Shark himself - Daymond John.

I’m hugely grateful to Belay Solutions for organizing such an epic prize - and of course to Daymond himself for his time and invaluable insights, which are going to catalyse my 2018 plans.

In this podcast, I share what it was like to visit Atlanta and be in the same room as Daymond - what I learned from him, and how he’s changed my trajectory for 2018.

I promise you’ll hear plenty of ideas to inspire your 2018 too.

So why not join me (with your favorite cup of Joe) and discover how a Shark could hold the answers you need to make this year incredible.

In this episode I talk about:

How I felt meeting Daymond himself. (02:16)
How Daymond’s rags to riches story inspired me. (02:50)
Lessons from being starstruck and why I needed that experience. (03:25)
The one piece of advice Daymond gave me that will change my trajectory this year (and why this advice applies to you too). (05:57)
Where success comes from and the importance of waiting for the compound effect to kick in. (07:06)
Where my eyes will be focused in the months ahead. (08:38)

“Stay focused on what’s in front of you. Perfect every moment. Focus on laying every brick perfectly until you have the wall of your dreams.”

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“The best teachers are those to whom the material they teach did not come easily.”

Nataly Kogan is a TEDx speaker, the CEO Of Happier.com and a recognised expert on the subject of happiness - so I’m super pumped to be able to get her onto the Stay Grounded podcast.

Nataly’s story is an inspiration too. Born in the USSR, Nataly and her parents became refugees when she was just 11.

Making her way through numerous refugee camps, Nataly eventually arrived in the USA - excited about her ‘American Dream’.

Driven by the belief that she’d be happy if she accomplished a long list of goals, Nataly pushed herself to the top. She achieved huge success in her business and professional life, but after two decades of hustle, she burned out.

Worse still, she hadn’t found the happiness she imagined, but instead hit a wall.

This was the trigger that made Nataly quit her high-profile executive career and start seeking out the small, micro-habits that when practiced daily, can fundamentally change the quality of your life.

And it’s these micro-habits that Nataly shares in this podcast.

“Happiness is a practice, not a feeling.”

Nataly and I first met at an entrepreneur’s retreat in the spring of 2017 and we instantly hit it off. Out of all the people I met that weekend, she was my favorite! Thanks to our shared commitment to spreading happiness, we had a lot to talk about!

And I was blown away by Nataly's insight and perspective. I loved how her entire message hinges on small, simple practices that make a huge difference - and her ideas are all scientifically-backed too.

Nataly’s goal is simple, but audacious. She’s here to inspire millions of people to make tiny, tiny, tiny changes to their routine that will help them live a fully, happier, more meaningful life. And in this podcast, you’ll discover some of her most powerful (and easy to try practices).

It’s a big claim, but I stand by it.

This podcast contains ideas and insights that could change how you feel - for good. So brew a coffee, grab a notebook and pen, and prepare to be wowed.

“You cannot give what you don’t have.

You can only give what you have.”

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“Putting yourself first is not selfish Quite the opposite. You must put your health and happiness first before you can be of help to anyone else.” - Simon Sinek

With the New Year just around the corner, it’s a perfect time to reflect and think about the year ahead and get clear on what you want to leave behind.

You got it! It’s that time for New Year’s Resolutions and goal setting!

But goals can be hard to achieve when you lack foundations that inspire success and enable accomplishment.

In this episode, I reflect on the key success strategies discussed by Allen Brouwer in his podcast interview.

Allen is a high performer and has achieved some incredible successes in a very short space of time. What’s fascinating about Allen’s accomplishments is they’ve been built on the back of some very powerful self-care habits.

So in this episode, I reflect on the importance of filling yourself first - to empower yourself with the energy and mindset that enables success. I hope you hear something that helps you make 2018 a good year for you.

In this episode I talk about:

The power of the words - I’ll never let myself feel this way again. (1:16)
How accountability can be used as a tool for positive change. (2.00)
The reason the first step is the most important step. (2:40)
Why I promised to donate $500 to a cause I didn’t believe in. (4:00)
Why front-loading your day helps you be the best version of yourself. (5:33)
My two non-negotiables that set me up for a great day. (7:52)
Why Allen’s gratitude tip has made me a lot happier. (8:07)
How to get off the hamster wheel of negativity. (9:38)
My biggest takeaway from Allen. (11:19)
How I’m putting reflection on its head. (12:17)

“Instead of thinking about where you want to be,

take a couple of moments to think about how far you’ve come”

Enjoyed this reflection?

Make sure you listen to the full interview with Allen Brouwer:

[Ep. 3] From Rock-Bottom To Forbes 30 Under 30

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“There’s no such thing as natural born talent.”

Rewind to December 2014 and my guest today was at rock-bottom.

With a negative bank account he couldn’t even afford to buy his fiance a Christmas card. But it was in this lowest of places that Allen Brouwer found the clarity he needed to transform his life.

Faced with the cold realization that he’d been a ‘wantrepreneur’ playing at business, he decided to stop pointing the finger elsewhere and take 100% responsibility for his life.

Now, just three years later, Allen has created remarkable success from nothing. He became a self-improvement junkie who studied the world’s top-performers and frantically implementing everything he learned. His investment in himself paid off.

He co-founded BestSelf.Co - a winner of Shopify’s first Build a BIGGER Business competition. He made the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in 2016, and is a sought after scale and growth coach.

“Know that anything you want to do is 100% possible. The only limitation you have is in your own mind.”

We all have dreams for a better life and Allen is proof that you can create a life you feel proud of - regardless of your start point.

I find Allen’s story of rapid turnaround so inspiring because he’s entirely self-made. All of his current success tracks back to the habits and decisions he decided to implement that Christmas in 2014.

And now you can do the same.

That’s because in this podcast, Allen shares, in detail, the habits that have empowered him to become his best self.

Covering everything from his unique gratitude practice, to his non-negotiable morning routine, to the importance coffee has to his day, this podcast will inspire you to cultivate the basics that can change your life too.

“Changing your frame into a positive mindset triggers you to act with 100% belief.”

Some questions I ask:

What advice do you have for people who may be at rock bottom and want to turn that into fuel? (8:07)
How did you go about fostering positivity on a daily basis? (9:30)
What role do routines play in your life? (18:32)
What are some of the non-negotiables that you distill your day down to? (20:59)
How does gratitude weave into your life? (30:09)
How do you #StayGrounded - and keep your head considering how rapidly your life has changed? (39:13)

In this episode, you will hear about:

The trigger moment when Allen decided to change his life and become 100% accountable to himself. (7:50)
Advice for turning rock-bottom into fuel for change and transformation. (8:07)
Why everything changed when Allen looked at his life in 30-minute chunks. (12:25)
The role that routines play in Allen’s life. (18:32)
A list of non-negotiables that Allen distills his day down to. (20:59)
How Allen was able to cultivate a habit of being so intentional with his time. (30:09)
Allen’s most recommended book. (31:40)
Allen’s advice for picking yourself up when you can’t see the light at the end of the tunnel. (35:13)

How to contact Allen

Download a free PDF version of the SELF Journal at www.bestself.co
Save 10% in the Best Self store with the code JavaPresse10
Follow Allen on Facebook - www.facebook.com/akbrouwer

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“If you find a path with no obstacles, it probably doesn’t lead anywhere.” - Frank A. Clark

In the search for happiness, you will encounter struggle and challenge. It’s an inevitable, unavoidable fact of life.

Struggle and fear is something we inherently want to avoid, because it doesn’t feel good, but by avoiding a core human emotion, we can lose out on the fullness life has to offer.

It’s why I loved chatting with Akshay Nanavati - bestselling author of Fearvana.

Akshay’s approach to fear is an absolute game-changer. Instead of avoiding fear, Akshay’s created a revolutionary method that proactively embraces the struggle and uses fear as a tool for happiness and success.

Akshay convinced me that the narrative around struggle needs to change. Rather than being an experience to avoid, struggle can become a North Star for personal growth.

Akshay’s insights have had a profound impact on my life and in this Coffee Break episode I share my personal reflections from this powerful interview.

In this episode I talk about:

Why I’ve decided to define what I’ll gladly struggle for. (2:40)
The reason struggle is a requirement for happiness, fulfilment, and personal growth. (3:37)
The importance of learning from people 10 steps ahead of you. (5:06)
My thoughts on what it means to ‘earn your life’. (7:30)
How I’m using Akshay’s music hack to use emotions and moods intentionally. (8:27)
How a deeper awareness of our emotions can help us become a better person. (9:01)
What becomes possible when you can intentionally reframe your emotions. (10:40)

“You can’t change what’s happening to you, but you can change the way you react to it.”

Enjoyed this reflection?

Make sure you listen to the full interview with Akshay Nanavati:

[Ep. 2] The Fear-Fueled Route To Happiness

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“If you don’t seek out struggle, it will find you anyway.”

Today’s guest persuaded the Dalai Lama to write the foreword of his new book - FEARVANA: The Revolutionary Science of How to Turn Fear Into Health, Wealth and Happiness.

Akshay Nanavati is used to living life at the extremes.

Akshay has battled with drug addiction in high school, was diagnosed with PTSD after serving as a marine in Iraq, and is now obsessed with all kinds of extreme sports ranging from marathon running to cave diving to skydiving.

It means his story is riddled with struggle, pain, and survivor’s guilt.

While the demons still haunt, Akshay has manifested a way of life that transforms fear into a powerful tool for growth and happiness. By actively seeking out and immersing himself in the struggle, Akshay has architected a revolutionary path to success and fulfilment for himself while sharing his message with millions around the world.

And in this episode he shares some practical strategies that you can use to revolutionize your relationship with fear and emotions.

“The biggest mistake when it comes to happiness is that we live in a world that has us think that happiness is an end result.”

We all seek happiness, but Akshay has found a route along a path that many of us would be reluctant to walk. Instead of allowing agonizing experiences to define his life, he’s found a way to use them as a key to unlock success and fulfilment.

In this episode, Akshay explains the importance of a ‘worthy struggle’ and argues that we should all proactively seek out ‘Spark Moments’ (or instances of inspiration) to create more happiness.

He explores the value of intentional living and the importance of taking control of your emotions so you can decide how you want to feel.

Akshay has some brilliant insights and I was in awe at the value of everything he shared when I listened to the episode again.

I’m so pumped for you to listen to this podcast as we explore an approach to fear-based living that could change your life.

“Being conscious and proactive about how, when, and what emotions you want to experience is a game-changer.”

Some questions I ask:

How do you cultivate a practice of consistently having Spark Moments? (6:31)
What does your daily routine look like? (13:09)
What role does gratitude play in your life? (18:01)
What have been some of your biggest Spark Moments and in what format did they come? (22:19)
Do have a process for reflecting and collecting your Spark Moments? (25:05)
You have some powerful motivators pushing you. Do you have a daily practice that helps you stay focused and keep the demons away? (33:22)
How do you #StayGrounded? (45:00)

In this episode, you will hear about:

How Black Hawk Down got Akshay off drugs almost overnight. (3:42)
Why pain is a very strong motivator for behavior change. (5:03)
Why Spark Moments are the key to a fulfilled life. (5:55)
What Fearvana means. (7:04)
Akshay’s definition of happiness - and how to find it. (11:19)
The power of simplicity and the benefit of removing decisions from your day. (13:11)
Why Akshay used to struggle with gratitude and what it taught him about life. (18:15)
The two things that all growth has in common. (24:30)
The reason Akshay was inspired by someone who started at a blank wall for 24-hours. (26:20)
The importance of NOT judging your emotions.
The role guilt plays in Akshay’s life and how it’s become a powerful motivator. (30:08)
How Akshay persuaded The Dalai Lama to write the foreword in his new book. (42:40)

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Welcome To The Stay Grounded Podcast

“You measure yourself by the people that measure themselves by you” - Phil Knight

Today I’m super excited to let you in on something new that I’ve wanted to do for AGES.

One of the driving forces behind JavaPresse is the search for contagious happiness.

Now happiness means different things to all of us. There’s no real formula, just different ideas.

But those ideas can inspire us, which is why I wanted to start the Stay Grounded Podcast.

I think happiness is at the core of our human experience. It’s a feeling we all crave and look for - and it’s also something we’re really good at complicating. (I know I am!)

For example, we’ll push off the things we love to another time. We end up prioritizing the wrong stuff because of work pressures and other responsibilities.

But when we’re hungry for joy, we dull our perception of the little things.

Joy is light - and even in the depths of despair there’s always a glimmer that can pull you back into yourself.

It’s why I wanted to create this podcast.

I wanted to spark conversations about happiness - and the many routes to the feeling we all want to be filled with.

That’s the thing with happiness… There is no set formula, just different paths and different perspectives.

But when we hear other people’s stories, we can feel inspired to find something new in our own lives.

I want you to know that I’ve found some incredible guests for the podcast.

There are people who’ve created good from unspeakable tragedy.

People who’ve walked away from everything to follow their passion.

People who have overcome addiction to inspire others.

Remarkable, simple stories that all have the same ending… happiness everyday :)

So I’d love you to listen in and when you do it’s my wish that you’ll hear something, which unlocks more joy in your life.

StayGrounded.

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