Life Is A Marathon: Life Coaching and Personal Development: Recent Episodes
Bruce Van Horn
In this enlightening episode, I delve into the profound symbolism of the Jewish Havdalah ceremony, drawing parallels to the essence of self-care. Discover the meaning behind pouring wine into our own cup until it overflows and how this ritual underscores the philosophy that self-care is paramount—not selfish. Join me in understanding that our well-being is […]
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I had the privilege of speaking with Steve Keating, a highly respected expert on leadership, management, and sales, and whose quotes are included in my new book. We had an uplifting conversation about leadership, life, and a topic very dear to Steve’s heart: Down Syndrome. I promise this conversation will make you think, smile, and […]
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Don’t miss this exciting episode where I dive deep into my new book, “My Victory Routine: 365 Days of Inner Peace, Personal Growth, and Unbounded Joy.” I shed light on the transformative power of intentional daily routines and share sneak peeks into the life-changing elements of “My Victory Routine.” This episode is a must-listen for […]
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I had the wonderful opportunity to meet with John David Mann to talk about the writing process. John is among the most brilliantly gifted writers and storytellers I have ever read, let alone met. He was gracious enough to contribute several of his quotes for me to expound and include in my new book, My Victory […]
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In this transformative episode, I dive deep into one of the most powerful tools for personal growth and success—a daily routine. I share insights from my own life-changing “My Victory Routine” and guide you on creating your personalized routine for inner peace, personal growth, and unbounded joy. If you’re ready to revolutionize your days and […]
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In this illuminating episode, I delve into the empowering world of the “Growth Mindset”, a transformational concept that could revolutionize your perception of abilities, talents, and intelligence. Drawing upon my experiences as a life coach, I share riveting stories of clients who harnessed the growth mindset to reshape their personal and professional lives. You’ll also […]
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In this inspiring episode, I dive into the transformative power of positivity and how it shapes our reality. We explore the science behind positive thinking, its profound impacts on our personal growth, relationships, health, and professional success, as well as the obstacles we often face in maintaining a positive mindset. Most importantly, we talk about […]
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In this eye-opening episode, we take a deep dive into the transformative concept of Emotional Intelligence—a tool that can profoundly shape your personal growth, relationships, and professional success. We unfold the mystery of Emotional Intelligence, explore its key components—self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills—and share practical strategies to enhance it. Whether you’re looking to understand your emotions better, improve your relationships, or boost your professional success, this episode has something for you. Join me, as we journey together towards becoming the fullest expression of who we were created to be, guided by the compass of Emotional Intelligence. Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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In this deeply transformative episode, I take you on an enlightening journey through the captivating science of happiness. Together, we’ll dive into how happiness impacts our health and how it can guide us toward success, challenging traditional perspectives. Along the way, you’ll learn practical strategies and inspiring insights to cultivate your inner joy, nurture your well-being, and navigate life’s challenges. So, if you’re ready to unlock a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life, this episode is for you. Join me, and let’s transform our lives, one smile at a time. Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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Let’s dive deep into the transformative power of forgiveness. I guide you on a profound journey through stories, personal reflections, and transformative coaching techniques for healing as part of exploring the concept of forgiveness and the liberation it brings. We’ll uncover how letting go of past resentments can unlock the door to personal freedom and joy. If you’ve been holding onto past hurts, or if you’re simply curious about how to live a more intentional and freeing life, this episode is a must-listen. Join me, as together we embrace forgiveness, and soar into a life of peace and fulfillment. Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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In this inspiring episode, I share the incredible power of gratitude as a magnet for abundance, transforming lives, and unlocking the fullness of life. I reveal my personal journey to discovering the joy of gratitude, along with practical tips on how to cultivate an attitude of thankfulness. You won’t want to miss this uplifting exploration of how practicing gratitude can enhance your relationships, improve your physical health, and open up new opportunities for a life filled with abundance and happiness. Tune in and let’s start living with gratitude together! Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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In this episode, we’re diving deep into the power of vulnerability and discovering how it’s not a sign of weakness, but rather our greatest measure of courage. Together, we’ll explore the emotional wounds we experience and the walls we build to protect ourselves, and how embracing vulnerability can completely transform our lives in terms of personal growth, relationships, careers, and spirituality. Join me on this journey as we break down barriers and unlock the courage to be vulnerable, leading to a more fulfilling and connected life. You don’t want to miss this one! Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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In this powerful and inspiring episode, I dive deep into the detrimental effects of comparison on our mental health, spiritual growth, and relationships. I share valuable insights on how to break free from the “comparison trap” and reconnect with our Divine nature to live a happier, more authentic, and spiritually fulfilling life. With practical tips, engaging stories, and a gentle, transformational approach, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to rise above the pitfalls of comparison and embrace the fullest expression of who they were created to be. Tune in and let me guide you on this life-changing journey toward a brighter, more connected, and spiritually enriched future. Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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In this captivating episode, I delve into the all-too-common struggle with Imposter Syndrome and share a surprising personal confession. Join me as I reveal the secrets to overcoming those feelings of unworthiness and self-doubt, and learn how to harness your divine connection to unleash your true potential. Filled with inspiring stories, powerful insights, and practical advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to transform their life and embrace their inherent worth. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to break free from Imposter Syndrome and step into your authentic, extraordinary self! Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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In this captivating episode, I explore timeless wisdom on leadership, vision, and self-discovery. Discover the transformative power of yearning for the vast and endless sea within each of us and learn how to apply these insights to your life, unlocking your true potential and setting sail on a journey of growth and freedom. Filled with inspiration, practical advice, and a heartfelt parable, this episode will rekindle your sense of purpose and empower you to chart a course toward the wonderful life you’re capable of living. Don’t miss out on this life-changing adventure. Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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Welcome to another inspiring episode of the “Life Is A Marathon” podcast! In this episode, I’m joined by Susan Stynes, the founder, and owner of one the most successful real estate brokerages in Richmond, Virginia. Over seven years after her last appearance on the show, Susan is back to share her incredible journey of personal growth, leadership, and the challenges of starting her own company. Join us as we explore the importance of surrounding yourself with people who share your enthusiasm and vision. Learn how Susan’s unwavering determination and resilience have paved the way for her to build a thriving business and a fulfilling life. Don’t miss this captivating and lively conversation:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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In this episode, I explore what it means to have an abundance mindset, and how it can transform your life. I discuss the difference between scarcity and abundance thinking and offer practical tips for cultivating an abundance mindset, including practicing gratitude, focusing on possibilities rather than limitations, and embracing abundance in all areas of your life. Whether you’re seeking to overcome scarcity thinking, achieve your goals, or simply live a more fulfilling life, this episode offers valuable insights and strategies for unlocking the power of abundance. Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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How you do anything reflects what’s going on inside you. Having an inspirational “why” will make everything you do better and positively influence everyone around you. Drawing from the parable of “Three Bricklayers,” I share with you practical ways to tap into your “why” that can change everything you do and produce better results for your life. Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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In this episode, we explore the power of self-talk, and how it shapes our inner dialogue, affects our energy, and attracts or repels people and situations into our lives. We discuss practical strategies for transforming negative self-talk into positive self-talk, including reframing negative thoughts, practicing self-compassion, and cultivating gratitude. We also offer a guided meditation that takes you on a journey to a new place where people speak kindly to each other, and includes affirmations to anchor in your subconscious mind. By changing our self-talk, we have the power to change our lives and positively impact the world around us. Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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No two people experience the world in exactly the same way. Using real-life examples, we discuss how differences in perception, personal history, expectations, and communication styles can shape our experiences and interactions with others. We also explore the beauty of diversity and the importance of empathy in understanding and appreciating the unique experiences of others. Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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Don’t get tricked into thinking you deserve to be treated with love, kindness, and respect. Chances are, on any given day, you don’t deserve it. You are, however, always WORTHY of love, kindness, and respect. Let’s take a journey from “deserving” to “worthy”! Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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A sense of Belonging is fundamental to our human experience. We all want to belong to a family, a community, to God. Unfortunately, there are many cultural teachings that require us to perform in a certain way in order to belong. I’m here to share some good news with you: You belong! You always have and you always will! Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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The “Awakening at Sea 2023” personal development retreat is in the books! I had an absolutely wonderful time with an inspirational group of people aboard a beautiful cruise ship. Please listen to this recap and interviews with those who joined me:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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Welcome to 2023! This year’s word/theme is “Awakening!” My goal for the year is to continue to raise my consciousness, to live more “awake” to my thoughts and feelings, and to help you do the same. Let’s stop “sleep walking” through life and awaken to the beauty of truly living. Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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I used to feel clever when I could answer any question and had strong opinions; now I feel wise when I say “I don’t know.” Learning to say “I don’t know” and being willing and open to being wrong is a super-power. Listen as I explain:Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS
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I am so grateful and joyful to be alive! On November 18, 2022, I underwent a very complicated brain surgery to repair a life-threatening aneurysm on a cerebral artery. Because I survived, that is proof that there is still more work for me to do, more love to share, more encouragement to give, and more […]
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Continuing the tradition of seeing each year of my life as a software upgrade, allow me to introduce you to Bruce 5.9! I just turned 59 years old. In this episode I recall the last year and share with you some significant health challenges I’m facing as I start this next chapter of my life. […]
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We are constantly comparing things to other things we’ve seen or experienced previously. This often keeps us from seeing a thing exactly as it is in this moment. We judge a thing by comparing it to other things or to our preferences. Let’s learn to live in this unique moment. Listen as I explain: Subscribe: Apple […]
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You are not in competition with anyone else, not even with yourself. You do not have to be better than anyone, not even better than who you were yesterday. Get off of the constant performance/improvement treadmill and just be the best person you can be TODAY! Listen as I explain: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google […]
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Many of our individual and societal goals are shortsighted. The goal of eliminating debt doesn’t actually create wealth. The goal of curing cancer and other diseases doesn’t create health and wellness. Let’s learn to focus our energies on what we really want! Listen as I explain: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS […]
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Have you ever tried to climb a hill carrying a heavy weight? How did you feel once you set the weight down? So free, so light! Many of us carry the heavy weight of the past along with us and it’s keeping us from living in joy and freedom in this moment. Make peace with […]
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We think about 70k thoughts per day; 90% of them are the same thoughts we thought yesterday. Most of us are living in “autopilot” mode without consciously, intentionally choosing our thoughts and behaviors. It’s time to awaken, to disable autopilot mode and start living on purpose. Listen as I explain: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google […]
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If you want to rid yourself of a negative mindset that keeps you from getting what you want in life, The Belief Equation, by Dr. Peter Salerno, will help you do just that. In this episode, Peter and I have a fun, insightful conversation about mindset and his new book. Listen here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon […]
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Awakening to possibilities and potentials that have been lying dormant within you is the first and most important step in your personal transformation journey. To help you in your growth, I’ve created and will be hosting Awakening Workshops designed to be the catalyst to you living as your most authentic self. Listen as I explain: […]
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I think most of us take life far too seriously. We’ve gotten tricked into thinking in terms of right and wrong, good and bad, yours, mine, and all the other scarcity thoughts that rob us of the joy of living. I used to be that way. I was so much older then; I’m younger than […]
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John David Mann, one of my favorite authors, came on my show to talk about his latest novel, Cold Fear. John and I talked about the creative process of writing a novel, from initial concept to doing the research. You’ll love this fun conversation! Listen here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS […]
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As children, we loved to play games; sometimes we won, sometimes we lost, but the joy came from playing the game. As we grew, we started taking the losses personally, or we got hurt, so we stopped playing. Let’s rekindle our enthusiasm for the game of life! Stay in the game! Listen as I explain: […]
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Much of my life has been a progressive apocalypse. The word “apocalypse” actually means “to uncover or reveal.” Life often teaches us to believe things that aren’t true. When we discover this and learn what is true, what always was true, it can feel like the end of the world. Listen as I explain: Subscribe: Apple […]
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Not all who wander are lost. Most coaching around achieving goals is about having a laser focus so nothing distracts you from the goal. I don’t teach this. Life isn’t about laser focus, it’s about enjoying as much as we possibly can, it’s about wandering toward our goals. Listen as I explain: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Amazon […]
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We are all on a path of life, a labyrinth, not a maze. Mazes have hard blocks, wrong turns, and it’s possible to get stuck and lost in a maze. A labyrinth is a continuously flowing path with no wrong turns. When we start to see life from this perspective, we can learn to trust […]
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I’ve read a lot of books on marriage and relationships. I can honestly say The Go-Giver Marriage by John David Mann and Ana Gabriel Mann is, by far, the best. Written as a beautiful parable (with a refreshingly practical “how-to” section), the story captivated and brought me to tears of joy and inspiration. I had […]
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This episode was recorded live on the Norwegian Cruise Line ship “The Joy” on a Western Caribbean cruise! My guests and I share our wonderful experience of cruising, exploring unfamiliar places, and truly experiencing joy in each other’s energy. Listen to this joy-filed episode: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS […]
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Do you have a “winning” mindset? Do you play to win? I’m not talking about a “competitive” mindset. Just the opposite. Competition is about beating an opponent or being better than someone. A winning mindset is about loving what you do and enjoying the process of playing the game of life. Listen as I explain: […]
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Many of us teach that the only thing that is really real is this present moment, not the past, nor the future. While this is true, it’s not completely true. Whatever you are actively thinking about, past or future, IS real in this moment right now. So think about an awesome future and feel awesome […]
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Osho said, “The mind is always afraid, but it’s only afraid of one thing: the Heart.” The mind is always talking, always distracting you from listening to the quiet, calm, stillness of your heart. In the silence, you enter the presence of the Divine, indeed, you enter into your own Divinity, into an intimacy that […]
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Happy New Year! Welcome to 2022! My hope and prayer for you is that you make 2022 the Year of YOU! Make this the year of making yourself, your happiness, your health, and, most importantly, your internal energy your #1 priority. Don’t make this year about doing more, making more, or accomplishing more. Make it […]
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Ketty Urbay, client and friend, is the founder of “Simply M, The Movement,” a company that uses dance and movement to help women ignite their own imaginative and intuitive power which all leads to a greater sense of personal freedom. We have a great, fun conversation about her life journey through dance: Listen to/download this […]
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Have you heard or used the phrase “that really gets my goat!”? In this episode, I explain the meaning and how we let other people or situations “get our goat.” I also suggest ways to get your GOAT back! Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS Social […]
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Welcome to Bruce 5.8! Yes, I’m celebrating my 58th trip around the sun. Each year I talk about the cool things that happened last year, and highlight some of my plans and goals for this, my 58th year of life. I hope you’ll join me! Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple […]
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Your mind is the museum of your thoughts. You are the curator. Only hang beautiful, inspirational thoughts in your gallery. Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS Social Media Links: www.BruceVanHorn.com Bring Back the Joy Cruise (Feb. 2022) Did you enjoy the show? Send a Tip $ […]
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True communication rarely happens because we don’t understand the true meaning/purpose of communication. Its true meaning is to create unity, and shares the same root as community, which is unity. Communication is not just telling people something; it’s creating a deep connection, a unifying oneness! Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple […]
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Society teaches us to not be selfish, to put the needs and happiness of others ahead of our own. I want to shift that paradigm. Your happiness and wellbeing needs to be your #1 priority! I want you to practice healthy Selfishness! Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | […]
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Sadly, there is a common teaching that “grace” is something that is given to someone who is unworthy of it. It’s not true! Grace is a gift given because you ARE worthy in the eyes of the giver. It just means you didn’t DO anything to earn it. Grace is a non-transactional gift. We must […]
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Do you notice, over the course of a day, how many things happen that bring a smile to your face, joy into your life? Most of us don’t notice, or soon forget. By keeping a list (a manifest) of all of the joyful events of the day, you open up pathways for more joy to […]
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While my dog, Lincoln, and I were on vacation in Florida, he was attacked by another dog on the beach. While his wounds were significant, he will make a full recovery. There are lessons here for all of us. We experience painful, traumatic events in our lives. It’s not the events, however, that shape us–it’s […]
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Upsidedown Oy is an insightful children’s book written by Jude Scolnick. It’s not just for children, though. Oy is a dog who had developed a daily routine and isn’t open to altering that routine or trying new things. Our routines can, indeed, support our grown, yet they can also become the comfort zone that keeps […]
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Juneteenth is a holiday to celebrate the day Union troops went to Galveston, TX, in 1865, to declare freedom for all slaves. The Emancipation Proclamation, however, had been enacted 2.5 years earlier, yet it took that long for the news to reach Galveston. It’s a great metaphor for how we live. Prophets and teachers have […]
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We think over 70,000 thoughts per day. How many of those thoughts are original? How many of those thoughts originated within you? Original doesn’t mean unique. It means that it was your idea, rather than something someone told you to think. The more we live from our original ideas, dreams, and desires, the better our […]
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Do you know there is a natural Law of Gratitude. Just like the law of gravity, the sincere feeling and expression of gratitude draws to you more things for which to be grateful, just like a magnet. Learning to be grateful for all things will profoundly change your life for the better! l Listen as […]
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People use phrases like “time heals all wounds” or “time is the ultimate healer.” Neither of these is true! Time doesn’t heal anything, you do! It’s what you do with the time that determines whether or not you heal. If you keep telling a story of pain, loss, betrayal, regret, etc., the wound will persist […]
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Are you grateful for having to pay taxes and other bills? Most people aren’t. However, shifting your mindset around this issue will significantly increase your quality of life. You pay income taxes because you have income. You pay bills because you have already enjoyed products or services. Gratitude is the magnet that draws more good […]
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Gratitude is life’s secret sauce, the path to happiness, inner peace, and success. Intentionally practicing gratitude was one of biggest things I did to change my life! Join me for a FREE 30-Day Gratitude Challenge. It will change your life! Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS […]
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It’s time to set yourself up for Victory! So much of what we think and do puts us at a disadvantage at the very time we need all of our creative resources for victory. In this episode, I announce what will be my next book, video course, and workshop series: Set Yourself Up For Victory! […]
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Olga Polyakova was born in Siberia, Russia, and always dreamed of living and working in the United States. So many people told her it would be impossible, yet she never gave up, always believed, and worked to make her dreams come true. Now she lives in Chicago and helps other people make their dreams come […]
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Many people are intimidated by meditation. They think it’s complicated or only for the “enlightened.” Let me clear all of the myths and encourage you to do it. I’ll tell you how. It’s actually very easy and enjoyable and you should only do it for one reason: to feel good! Listen as I explain: Listen […]
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Your body is constantly responding to signals from your brain. It doesn’t know if those signals are from real or imagined events. Stressful thoughts tell the body to produce stress hormones for fight or flight. Happy thoughts produce the chemistry for health and well-being. Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google […]
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It’s easy to look a the pain, loss, suffering, and hardships in life and call it a mess. The hardest thing we can do is to think truth, regardless of appearance. By thinking truth, however, you can transform mess into magic! Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart […]
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When we talk about something that happened to us, notice how often we try to tell the story of why someone did what they did. It’s not true. You have no way of knowing why someone does anything. You can only know your side of it, your experience. Tell your story, not theirs. Listen as […]
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This week, in the United States, we inaugurated a new president. The more important question is “who is president of your life?” A nation is only a collective of individuals. More important than what happens in the White House is what happens in your house, in your life! Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this […]
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You cannot remain in the light while holding someone else in darkness. You cannot feel inner peace, joy, and love while thinking negative, hateful thoughts about someone else. The only way to create a loving, peaceful, respectful society is for you to think and feel those things for yourself and all humanity. Listen as I […]
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Welcome to 2021. Let’s face it, the world in which we live is dramatically different than it was this time last year. Much has changed. Whether the change is good or bad is a matter of perspective. Change is part of life. How you embrace changes will determine the quality of your life. Listen as […]
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From the window of an airplane, you see things on the ground from a much different, higher perspective. When you shift your mindset to a higher perspective, you see your life in a much broader perspective and gain deeper understanding and peace. Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | […]
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Having an abundance mindset isn’t just about thinking positively, seeing the glass as half full, or believing in your potential to get rich. The word “abundance” means “overflow.” It means thinking from the truth of the overflow, abundance, of what you already have, being grateful, and seeing life from that perspective. Listen as I explain: […]
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I sat down with John Tesh to talk about the amazing events of his life that brought him to becoming one of the most recognized faces and voices in the world. His life has truly been a “life is a marathon” experience. Listen to our very uplifting conversation: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google […]
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Andy Andrews, one of my favorite writers and favorite humans, is back on the show to talk about his new book, Just Jones. The book is about how a man, Jones, comes into several characters lives at a when they need perspective and a path to peace. Listen to our very entertaining conversation: Listen to/download […]
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Yes, there is a COVID-19 Pandemic happening now. However, there is a greater, more dangerous poison infecting us: Fear & Worry! Worry no more because there is an antidote: Gratitude! Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS Social Media Links: www.BruceVanHorn.com Bruce Van Horn on Patreon Bruce […]
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Do you have everything you need? Yes, you do! If you are alive right now, you have everything you need. We confuse needs and wants. If you currently don’t have it, you don’t need it. Knowing what you have beyond what you need is great cause for gratitude! Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this […]
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It is nearly impossible to separate what you think from how your body behaves. Likewise, what you do with your body influences your current state of mind. Be aware of what you are thinking and what you are doing with your body and move to a new state! Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode […]
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If being hard on yourself was going to work, it would have worked by now. Stop being your harshest critic and start being your biggest fan and loudest cheerleader. You are worthy! Affirm yourself! Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Radio | RSS Social Media Links: www.BruceVanHorn.com Bruce Van […]
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Success comes in cans, not in cannots. It’s that simple. We live our lives according to a narrative about what is possible. If you believe you can be, do, or have something, it is certainly possible. If you think you cannot, you will not even try. You CAN do this! Listen as I explain: Listen […]
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It’s all about you. Your experience of life has almost nothing to do with events outside of your control. It has everything to do with how you respond to those events. Your thoughts, inner dialogue, are the key to living a joyful, productive life. Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google […]
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The word “devastate” means to completely destroy. From an emotional viewpoint, something is only devastating to us if we think the pain will last forever. The pain is real now, but you will move on and experience joy again if you allow yourself to. Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google […]
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Worrying doesn’t empty tomorrow of its sorrow, it empties today of its strength. I should know. I am a recovering worrier. People around the world have much to worry about these days. However, worrying will do nothing to empower you to solve the issues. Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google […]
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Your peace is the most important piece of the world-peace puzzle. What looks like societies experiencing turmoil is only the accumulation of many individuals experiencing inner turmoil. We will not have world peace until all of us experience individual inner peace. Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart […]
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Audrey Hepburn said “to plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.” We only live in this moment. However, how we live this moment is directly shaped by our beliefs about tomorrow. Do you see tomorrow as full of beautiful potential for you and others? If so, hoping for the best isn’t enough. You must […]
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We are currently living with a COVID-19 pandemic. There is another pandemic, however, that has been part of our culture for years: Burnout. Burnout is caused by giving to others what we are not giving to ourselves, until there is nothing left to give. The Jewish ceremony of Havdalah is beautiful metaphor for Self-Care. We […]
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You cannot help people by becoming like them. You can only help by being what they need. In this time of widespread fear and stress, the greatest impact you can make is to maintain your own peace and health. Be still. Breathe. You know what to do. Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode […]
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Fact: There is a virus named COVID-19. Fact: It has been classified as a Pandemic. Fact: Billions of people on earth have been impacted by this virus. Here’s another fact: How you experience this Pandemic has very little to do with the virus and almost everything to do with your MINDSET! How you experience anything […]
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This is the 500th episode of the LIAM show! I started “Life Is A Marathon” over 5 years ago to share my ideas about how to live a richer, fuller, more joyful life. Little did I know how much it would change the lives of so many people around the world, as well as my […]
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In order to love who and what you are, you cannot hate the experiences that shaped you! We all have past experiences that we wish we didn’t. They may be things we did or things that were done to us. We only live, however, in this moment. Who and what we are now has been […]
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It’s not enough to know what you want, you need to know WHY you want it! Once you know the WHY, you can start working on the HOW to create it. I had a conversation with Corey Poirier about his important book, The Book of Why and How. Listen to this fun and meaningful conversation: […]
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The word “enthusiasm” literally means “God within.” To live enthusiastically, then, means to live a life guided by the God within you. How will you know? Anything that makes you happy at the thought of doing it and will benefit others is a “Godly” desire. It is Enthusiasm seeking expression through you. Listen as I […]
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We are Spiritual Beings having a Human experience, not the opposite. Far too often, we live our human experience trying to become more spiritual–that’s not the point. Knowing what you are and why you are here is the key to living the most abundant human life! Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode here: […]
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There is only a 25% chance of two people being a pure “yes!” to anything. When it does, however, magic happens! The problems come in when someone says “yes” but they mean “no.” This creates stress and toxins for all involved. Let your Yes be Yes, and your No be No! Listen as I explain: […]
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To “Double Down” is to strengthen your commitment to a course of action, typically one that is potentially risky. It means to go all in and trust who and what you are. It doesn’t mean to be reckless, but it does mean to be boldly enthusiastic about what you are doing. Listen as I explain: […]
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A limiting belief is any belief that limits your ability to achieve what you want–a career, a relationship, even a feeling. These beliefs not only keep you from taking the actions to get what you want, they also make you feel bad, creating negative/toxic energy within you. Listen as I explain: Listen to/download this episode […]
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Bubble suits are fun at parties. We can bump into each other, get knocked down, and it doesn’t hurt. We laugh, get up, and bump into each other again. Wearing a bubble suit every day, however, would be impractical, limiting our ability to move and interact with the world. Nevertheless, we all wear imaginary bubble […]
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Do you know someone who is constantly talking? It doesn’t matter what they talk about, they just seem to talk non-stop. We all have a voice in our head who is that non-stop talker. You are not the voice; You are the one it is talking to. It is distracting you from real creativity, real […]
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What is the vision you have for your life in 2020? Are you clear about it? What do you want to add and what do you want to drop from your life this year? I want this to be the year you take big emotional risks to break out of your comfort zone to live […]
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When someone asks how your day was, what is the story that you tell? Do you talk about the negative, dramatic things, or do you focus on what was great about it? Is the same true for your inner dialog? By focusing on and talking about the positive aspects of our day, you will find […]
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We will turn just about everything we do on a regular basis into a routine, ritual, or tradition. This is a good thing when we can continue doing it for the right reason, with the right energy. When we keep doing it out of obligation to continue the tradition, however, we bring a negative energy […]
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Our eyes get used to seeing things as we always see them. When we get fitted for new glasses, we see with a new clarity and realize how blurry object really were. It’s not the objects that were blurry, it was the lens through which we were looking. What is causing you to have blurry […]
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Many people have dreams and goals, but they don’t achieve them because it might take too long, cost too much, or go against family traditions. In this episode, I speak with La Rica Stevens about all of the obstacles and delays she persevered through on her path of life. Listen as I explain: Listen to/download […]
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There are many people around you who are going through difficult situations and need your help. How do you best help people? You can only help by being what they need, not what they are. If they are suffering, it doesn’t help to suffer with them. When they can’t see the light, you must be […]
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It’s interesting what we carry. Most of us experienced something painful in the past that we keep thinking about. Within the story about it, we carry the weight of pain, anger, sorry, shame, etc. The event happened in the past, yet we still carry it. It weighs us down and keeps us from living a […]
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We all have that voice in our head that is constantly talking, constantly narrating a story. Typically, the story is about the way people/life should be. In the story, there is always drama, always stress, because the story is always about the past or the future. With no story, there is no drama. With no […]
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Two teenage girls were about to practice a dance until they saw some adults nearby. They stopped and didn’t dance because they thought the adults would judge them. I told the girls the adults didn’t need to judge them because they judged themselves. When we think someone will judge us, we are creating those negative […]
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I recently had a conversation with a friend who is going through a dark and painful period of life. She was spending days in bed with the curtains drawn and not interacting with anyone. She used phrases like “this isn’t the real me” and “I don’t have time for this.” After listening compassionately, I reminded […]
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Some people believe, when Mercury is in retrograde, you should expect travel delays, communication and relationship problems, technical issues, etc. If you do experience these issues, it may have more to do with the fact that you expected them to happen than it does the actual position of a planet in our solar system. Listen […]
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The purpose of my life coaching is to create a shift; a shift of perspective, a shift of energy, a shift toward thoughts and actions that will empower you to become the fullest expression of who you were created to be. In this episode, one of my clients, Dr. James Sanfilippo, talks about the shifts […]
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You are a superhero and your Word is your Superpower! Your Word is the most powerful creative tool you own. Are you using it for good? Do you speak the Truth and speak it in a way that is uplifting and helpful? More important than how you use your Word with others is how you […]
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Andy Andrews has written yet another brilliant book: The Bottom of the Pool. We had a ton of fun chatting about life and how we must employ what he calls “bottom of the pool thinking” to break out of old paradigms and create extraordinary results–personally or professionally. His new book explains the concepts that will […]
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Your experience of life may not be pleasant, but it may be exactly what you need to move you to the next chapter of your life. It was tempting to think, when I was in the hospital with cancer, that it was “bad” and my body was broken. In fact, it was perfect and gave […]
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Are you a visionary? A visionary is a person who has original ideas about what the future will or could be like. So many people are living day to day without a clear vision for what they want to become or express through their life. However, your ability to endure difficult circumstances is directly proportional […]
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The word “impossible” is defined as something that is “not able to occur, exist, or be done.” What’s missing from the definition, however, is the idea of “in this moment.” Just because it cannot be done presently, doesn’t mean it can’t be done in the future. Everything that currently exists was, at one point, impossible. […]
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Most of us are looking for validation, our sense of worthiness, from other people or from material things. Listen carefully: You ARE worthy, just as you are! When own this truth, you will live a peaceful, beautiful life that will attract people and things to you in a healthy way. Listen as I explain: Listen […]
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When you’re stressed out and consumed with thoughts of how to solve problems, you are not in an energetic state where health and creativity can exist–you are trapped in a Beta energy. Through the proper use of visualization, you can quickly shift into Alpha and Theta energy states. This is where life’s magic happens! Listen […]
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A listener recently asked me: “How do I move through the paralyzing grief of the death of my son?” In this episode, I share my own experience of how I learned to live after the death of my daughter. How I moved through the stages of grief and embraced life through gratitude. Listen as I explain: […]
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There’s a lot of talk and teaching about Mindfulness and living in the now–most of which is very helpful. However, how we live “in the now,” how we feel in the moment, and what actions we take or don’t take today, are directly shaped by what we believe about the future. Listen as I explain: […]
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Fear is something we all experience has humans. For some, fear keeps us from enjoying life. But here’s the truth about fear: Fear is not true. In fact, you are not actually afraid of the “thing” you say you are afraid of. You are afraid of what the “thing” might do. Fear is a story […]
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Caitlyn was a very cute, outgoing, but slightly overweight, 6th grade girl, who very much wanted to be on her school’s cross country team. Caitlyn had a problem, though. It’s called “self-doubt.” She didn’t think she could run. When she took the first steps, however, her world changed. Her story of “I can’t” changed to […]
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“Thank You!” is the most powerful prayer you can pray! I’ll admit that it’s easy to say “thank you” for the gifts and the obvious good things that come into my life. The hardest, yet the most fruitful, work I’ve ever done, however, is to be thankful for EVERYTHING! I’ve learned there is always something […]
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February is the month where most New Year’s resolutions die. Most people give up on their goals because they don’t have the perseverance to keep going. We lack perseverance because the goal was not attached to a deep purpose or core value, something deep inside us that seeks creative expression in the world. Are your […]
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If you’re waiting for the government, the economy, or other people to change in order to be happy or successful, you’re going to be waiting for a long time. Happiness and success are created by thoughts you think and actions you take to create the life you want. It’s all about you! Listen as I […]
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Jim Collins wrote the classic business book, Good to Great, in which he shows how many businesses fail by settling for “good” instead of focusing on becoming and staying great. What applies to businesses also applies to us as individuals. The main reason so many of us do not lead great lives is because we […]
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You’ve been told that you should have a strong WHY attached to your goals, right? You’ve been told to “start with WHY!” You’ve heard that when you have a strong enough WHY you will find the HOW to reach your goals. All of these can be true, but can also lead you down the wrong […]
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This is unlike any episode I’ve done before. It is a travel journal. Join me as I share the experience of traveling over 2,000 miles by land and going on a cruise with 5 kids. You’ll hear about our very special day on CocoCay, Bahamas, where I asked Elizabeth to marry me and she said […]
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Those of us who have traveled with kids are very familiar with the question “are we there yet?” It’s usually asked in a whiny tone so we all know the child is not enjoying the journey and wants it to be over now. Many of us set goals and live our lives with an “are […]
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Most people think the hardest thing they will ever do is accomplish some goal, or get through some very difficult circumstance. Those things may be difficult, indeed, but they are actually made more difficult by the actual “hardest thing you will ever do.” There is nothing more difficult for humans to do than to think […]
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The greatest gift mankind has and our greatest super-power is the power of choice. You don’t need to choose free will–you already have it and you use it every day, whether you know it or not! You have the power choose what you think, what you believe, and what to do in any moment, in […]
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Many of us are living with wounds from conditional love, most of which are self-inflicted. Most of our self-talk is based on conditional love. We are not worthy to be loved by others or by ourselves unless we meet some standard. This is not love. True love is unconditional. True love sees and accepts us […]
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My teenage son has grown several inches in the last year and is experiencing growing pains. This is a natural part of the growth process. As adults, we experience difficult situations and talk about the “pains” we feel from changes in relationships, sudden illnesses, etc. We tend to see these as “bad” experiences. Many of […]
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Many life and business coaches are teaching you to succeed through hustle, grind, strong desire, and a “get out there and crush through your fears” mindset. This may work for a short time, but that success won’t last because it was acquired through competition and force. I don’t see that expressed in nature. The real […]
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Overwhelm is a feeling of being buried by a massive weight. This feeling is epidemic throughout our society. The persistent state of overwhelm impacts our personal and professional lives, our relationships, our health, and our culture in general. It’s easy to point the finger at others as the source of our overwhelm, but it’s not […]
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Relative to the rest of your body, a little toe is insignificant, right? Wrong! If you injure that little toe, your entire body feels it and your personality is changed because of it. When your personality–the energy with which you show up in the world–is changed by that injury, it changes how you interact with […]
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I received a message from a listener who has made great progress in getting cleaned up and sober from a drug and alcohol addiction that caused him to lose his family. He said he’s been able to make great progress because he believes, by doing so, his wife and kids will take him back. However, […]
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Genius is not something people become; it is not a certain score on an IQ test, nor is it something that only some people have. Genius is what you are. You are Genius. The word “genius” is a Latin word that means “attendant spirit present from one’s birth, innate ability or inclination, the prevalent character […]
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There are many books about money, personal finance, and retirement, but most of them are complicated or not very practical. My friend, Darryl Lyons, CEO of PAX Financial Group, has written what, for me, is the perfect book about money, titled “18 to 80: A Simple and Practical Guide to Money and Retirement for All […]
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When putting together a jigsaw puzzle, you know that the piece you are holding in your hand is part of a full picture and that, somewhere in the box, there is another piece that fits perfectly with it. You can playfully pickup pieces to see if they match, and you start to see the full […]
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Scott Anthony Barlow, host of the “Happen to Your Career” podcast, is the guru for helping you find your perfect career. In this episode, we talk about how to learn what’s most valuable for the world, most enjoyable for you, and how to leverage your “Signature Strengths” to create job offers. We also talk about his […]
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Many business coaches and “motivational” speakers are telling you “go out out and make mistakes,” and “don’t be afraid to fail.” This teaching isn’t helpful because it focuses on the mistakes and failure, rather than on success, which is what you want. We get more of what we focus on. The teaching, if it must […]
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You don’t have to understand why people believe or behave the way they do in order to honor it. However, if you are upset by something someone has said or done, or the way they dress, or what they believe, you simply need to understand that your negative feelings would not exist if you did […]
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Napoleon Hill wrote: “There is a difference between wishing for a thing and being ready to receive it.” Just because you want something and can imagine yourself having that thing doesn’t mean you are ready to receive it. It’s important to know what you want, but it’s more important to be in the moment and […]
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What’s love got to do with it? Everything! You see, it isn’t what the “it” is, and it isn’t “what” you do that matters; it’s all about HOW you do it. How you do anything is an expression of what is inside you. How you do any work is an expression of the thoughts you […]
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Are you stuck in a “I’ll be happy when…” mindset? This mindset is common in our culture. The mindset looks like this: You’ll be happy when you get the money, the job, the house, the car, the health, the relationship, etc. It’s a lie! The money won’t make you happy unless you choose to be […]
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We are receiving mixed messages about how to be successful. There’s the dominant teachings the “Law of Attraction” which tends to leave out the “Action” part, and then there is the hustle, grind, get out and make mistakes fast teaching. It’s true that you must take action to become successful, but it doesn’t mean just […]
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Whether you believe it or not, your life is guided. It is guided by your thoughts, your mindset, your consciousness, and your beliefs about God. What you hold in your mind informs every decision you have and will make. Are you guided by love or hate, peace or fear, abundance or scarcity, trust or mistrust, […]
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How you are experiencing your present life is the result of decisions you have made in the past, which were driven by the thoughts you were thinking at the moment you made those decisions. If you want a better life, make better decisions by thinking better thoughts. First, though, you must take responsibility for your […]
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There are many ideas about what leadership is and what traits an effective leader should have. In fact, many companies use standardized tests to determine if a candidate has these traits. This is toxic, however, in that it becomes a stumbling block to people who look a themselves and see that they don’t fit society’s […]
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Fear is the only thing that keeps us from living our fullest potential and experiencing the greatest joys of living in this body on this planet. Fear is defined as “an emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, or the anticipation of danger, evil, pain, etc.” Notice the the words emotion, belief, […]
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Here in the United States, we just celebrated Independence Day. On this day, we talk a lot about freedom and independence, but I think we miss the deeper meaning and significance of both of these concepts. Freedom is not something we get by doing something, nor is it something someone can give us. True freedom […]
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If I give you a gift, let’s say a bouquet of flowers, what is the actual gift? Is the gift the flowers or is the real gift my desire to give you an expression of gratitude for being in my life? The real gift is the energy, the feeling of love seeking expression through me […]
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Often, when people want to know more about us, they ask “what do you do?” What’s interesting, though, is how most of us answer with “I am” statements: I am a coach, I am a podcaster, I am a dad, etc. We live in a culture that tells us to build our self-concept and find […]
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My father, Robert L. Van Horn, passed away on June 14, 2018, so it seemed right to take some time on Father’s Day, June 17, 2018, to record a tribute to him while the events of the last 2 weeks are still fresh in my mind. Right up to the very end of his 83 […]
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This past week, I’ve been thinking about the old poem “Ozymandias” and the song “All This Time” by Sting. Both talk about ancient ruins of things created many years ago; things, when they were created, were thought would last forever and leave a significant mark on history. Yet, nobody remembers the builders and the things […]
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Self-image comes down to what it is that we value, what we find worthy about ourselves, and what we look for from others to validate that worthiness. There is a Hebrew word “kavod” that means weight, value, significance, and worth. It is also translated in English as “glory,” but it always means what is glorious, […]
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I opened a fortune cookie and found this fortune: Happiness is an inside job. I love that, but I want to take it to its ultimate application: Everything is an inside job! Our lives are not determined by outside forces, circumstances, or luck. They are guided by what’s inside us: thoughts, feelings, beliefs, our self-concept. […]
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We always get more of what we focus on. We always become what we hold as our self-concept. Do you have a positive focus for your thoughts, feelings, imagination, and actions? Positive focus is different that positive thinking. With a positive focus, you can allow negative thoughts, recognize them for what they are, deal with […]
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Image is everything! I’m not talking about fashion or what you look like. I’m talking about your self-image, who and what you imagine yourself to be. You will create the life you consistently see yourself living. Countless studies have proven the power of visualization and linked success and failure to the image we hold of […]
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Forgiveness is the most beautiful, precious you will ever give yourself. Forgiveness is a gift you give to YOU, not to other people. When you forgive, you release yourself from all of the poison and toxins of negative thoughts that are highly corrosive to your life. It doesn’t mean you stay in that relationship or […]
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Everyone is, on some level, a leader. Not everyone, however, is a positive leader. People who lead from position, from an attitude of dominance and force may be able to get people to do certain things for a brief period of time, but that leader rarely last long and the results are rarely what the […]
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Have you ever been to a really wonderful, fun, exciting party? I mean a party in which you were totally happy to be there and you were happy everyone else was there, too. You were dancing, laughing, talking, eating! Then, out of the corner of your eye, you see someone you don’t like and you […]
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The Ego isn’t bad, it just likes to wander away from the heart and do things on its own. It wants to be the boss, get all of the attention, and take all of the blame. The Ego (our mind), however, is capable of great creativity when it is correctly aligned with the guidance of […]
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You are powerful. Yes, you are filled with power, which is what the word means. The word “power” comes from the Latin posse which means “be able.” You are able; you have the power to choose your thoughts, to feel any feeling you want to feel, and to take actions that will move your life […]
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We don’t determine our futures; we determine our habits and our habits determine our future. One of the things I learned while training for my first marathon was this: you’re always training for something. If I get out of bed and go for a run, I’m training to do that again tomorrow. If I skip […]
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The only time you have any power is in the present moment. Nothing happens in the future and nothing happens in the past. In fact, the future and past are not real. The only thing that is real is this moment right now. In this moment there is the power to choose anything you want […]
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A recent study showed there is one key factor to living a long, healthy, satisfying life. This one factor is far more important than diet, exercise, meditation, or reducing stress. The one factor that plays the most important role in your success in life is this: Relationships! Yes, it is the power of community, of […]
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Gratitude is more than just saying “thank you” when you receive a gift or when some does something nice for you. It is more than giving thanks before a meal. It is more than a feeling. Gratitude is an energy. In fact, it is one of the highest, most positive and creative energies a person […]
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You’ve probably hear the phrase “thoughts become things.” This phrase is often used around the teachings of the Law of Attraction and The Secret and have taken on a mystical, metaphysical meaning. The teaching, however, is actual, physical, practical fact. Look around you. Everything that you see from the buildings, cars, clothes, and hair styles, […]
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I recently saw a post on Jay Shetty’s Instagram feed that was titled “10 Life Lessons from Jay Shetty.” (click link to see the post) Since I’m a big fan of Jay’s work, I had to take a closer look. I instantly knew I would use these 10 lessons as the subject of a podcast. […]
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We have three unique and important sources of creativity available to us: Heart, Head, and Hands. When all three are communicating, cooperating, and in unity (operating as one), there is nothing we cannot achieve individually. When groups of people are in this state of unity, both individually and corporately, there is nothing we cannot accomplish […]
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E+R=O – Many of us have experienced painful, upsetting, tragic events in our lives. Many of us believe we were born at the wrong time, in the wrong country, with the wrong skin color, or other circumstance. It’s understandable that we use these events and circumstances as evidence to support a belief in limited potential […]
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Most married men dread hearing the phrase “honey, we need to talk.” Why is that? In this episode, I tell a parable about a kind, loving, wise King who appoints one of his servants to manage all aspects of the physical running of the kingdom. The servant loves the job and the authority that comes […]
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Transformation means changing, and changing means growing, and growth is scary and often painful. For a seed to reach its fullest expression, its shell must crack and come completely undone. There are 4 stages of transformation and stage 2 is the hardest and where most people give up and go back to being what they’ve […]
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Regardless of who signs your paycheck or where you go to work each day, you are self-employed. You represent the greatest business ever created: YOU! If you feel trapped in your job because there is little opportunity for advancement, it’s because you think of yourself as an employee. This leads to a victim and scarcity […]
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There is a lot of confusion and mixed messages about what a “brand” is and what “personal branding” means. It’s all very simple. Everything is energy. A “brand” is the energy a person feels after interacting with a company, their product, or one of their employees. Your “brand” is the energy people feel after interacting […]
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Mega Malls have just about everything a person could want: food, clothing, furniture, entertainment, and some even have hotels attached to them. You could live in a Mega Mall. In the Odyssey, Odysseus and his crew landed on the island of the Lotus Eaters. It had everything they wanted, including these very tasty plants that […]
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What state do you live in? I don’t mean geographically; I mean energetically, emotionally, and spiritually. When we are born, we have no real ego or self-concept; we live predominately in the Theta energy. As we grow and form our self-concept, however, we descend into Beta energies, where we think this physical life is all […]
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I meet people who are very passionate about their goals. They want more money, better relationships, to lose weight, etc. Or maybe they don’t… People often hit their goals and then lose the money or put the weight back on, and then start the cycle of wanting to achieve the goal all over again. What […]
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It can be frustrating to hear your favorite song playing on a radio station that has a lot of static in the broadcast. The static keeps you from hearing the beauty and purity of the music. A “red herring” is a technique used by writers and speakers to introduce a subject that will distract the […]
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You will know true peace when the circumstances of the external or physical world do not change your internal state of being. In order to do this, however, you need to focus on and develop your internal state of being. Through the practice of meditation and mindfulness, you will find yourself and also find that […]
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Sun Tzu wrote: “Victorious warriors win first and then go to war, while defeated warriors go to war first and then seek to win.” Most people are the defeated warriors who roll out of bed after hitting the snooze button 3 times, then scrambling to start their day. Wouldn’t it be great to start your […]
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We all know the phrase “thoughts become things.” It is true: everything that exists started as a thought. However, scientists have proven that thoughts and emotions in the human body emit a specific energy wave, each having its own unique vibration. So, thoughts do not just become things, thoughts actually are things. If we can […]
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We fear what we do not understand, and we do not understand what we do not know. God told Adam to name everything in the garden; explorers and scientists give everything they discover a name. Giving something a name helps us know what it is. When we know what it is, we can begin to […]
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Do you realize that you cannot achieve a state of enlightenment without taking care of your body? In this life, we have a body. That body is the vehicle through which we experience the physical, emotional, and spiritual. In this episode, I share with you why Diet and Exercise are the first two, foundational steps […]
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How’s your stress management plan working for you? People think that stress is just a reality that we need to learn how to deal with or manage. The truth is, stress is not real and can be mastered. This episode kicks off a new series on “The 7 Steps of Stress Mastery” that Bill Cortright […]
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Years ago, I was introduced to the book The Four Agreements, by don Miguel Ruiz. The book seriously challenged me to look deeply into my beliefs and my behaviors, my “agreements with reality.” I quickly discovered I had several agreements that were not serving me well, personally or professionally. In this episode, I break down […]
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You did not choose your language, your name, or almost everything you believe about yourself, others, and the way the world works. You were taught these things by your parents and other adults when you were a child. You were domesticated the same way we domesticate an animal–through a system of punishments and rewards. Most […]
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Do you live in fear? Your initial response may be “no,” but fear is a sneaky energy that shows up in the most unexpected places. Our desire to belong to a certain group, wear certain clothes, have certain friends, etc., is a desire that often originates in fear. What about lies? Have you ever told […]
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My word for 2017 was “Harvest” and what an amazing year of harvest it was! As I look back over the year, I am in awe of the people, events, and circumstances that came as the direct result of seeds I had planted in years prior. In one case, it was 24 years prior! Enjoy […]
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This is a bonus episode recorded by my partner, Bill Cortright, to answer the many questions we have received regarding our “A Weekend to Break Free!” event coming up on February 16-18, 2018, in Minneapolis, MN. Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this episode here: Love the show? Click here to Tweet a shoutout! Want to […]
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There’s a very specific reason Christmas is celebrated on December 25th. In the northern hemisphere, it is 3 days after the Winter Solstice, the darkest day of the year. It is the first day that humans can really perceive the shift from darkness to light. This lead me to thinking that this may be the […]
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Restoring old photographs, furniture, or automobiles can be a fun and even creative hobby. Restoring health to a place where growth can begin again is a good thing. However, when we are trying to restore something, like a relationship or tradition, because we think the current one is broken, needs to be fixed, and because […]
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I am a man who has done things that I am not proud of. However, if you go looking for me because you have things to say to me about who I was then, you won’t find me. I don’t live there anymore. Self-forgiveness is the greatest gift you can give to humanity! It does […]
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Have you ever received a “random” compliment from someone, perhaps a total stranger? Has someone appeared in your life to help you with something at the perfect time, even though you had not told anyone you needed help? On one level, the person who gave you the compliment wanted to say something nice to you, […]
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Mark Twain said “It ain’t what you don’t know that gets you in trouble; it’s what you know for sure that just ain’t so.” It can rock your world to discover what you thought was true isn’t. For example, the solid ground you are standing on isn’t solid at all; it’s just vibrating energy. You […]
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Most of us like to be around people who are good at expressing gratitude. We like to give more to people who express gratitude back to us. We know that, when we are feeling grateful, we feel good. Science has proven what mystics, philosophers, and spiritual teachers have been telling us for millennia–gratitude is good […]
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We typically do not want to wear our clothes inside out. However, I think we should live our lives inside out! Our society has taught us to live outside in, meaning living in such a way as to bring things, people, love, appreciation, validation, etc., from outside of us into our experience of life. This […]
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Are you a person who likes to set goals? Why do you set the goals you do? Do you write them out? Most people set goals by looking at what they have now and then adding a little increase to it. Then they make a bullet list that shows the category and the new goal. […]
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I had the wonderful honor of being the celebrant at a wedding recently. The bride and groom wrote their own vows to pledge themselves to each other and to express the significance of this event. Even while they were speaking their vows, I knew I would be sharing them to encourage and inspire you to […]
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It’s time for Bruce 5.4! Yes, every year I celebrate my birthday as if it was the release of a new software update. I have a lot of very exciting things going on in my life now and planned for this, my 54th year of life. Listen as I explain: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download […]
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What is your fantasy? What is it that you imagine, ponder, day-dream about? Is it a happy fantasy in which you become the fullest expression of who you were created to be and you add great value to the world just by being who you were meant to become? If not, that’s what I suggest […]
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Are you a passionate person? How does passion show up in your life? What behaviors and beliefs do you attribute to passion? I’d like to suggest you dive deep into the meaning of the word “passion” to discover it is actually a term that means “suffering.” Passion is an ego energy that drives us to […]
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I invite you to be a celebrant. A celebrant is, quite simply, someone who celebrates. The word “celebrate” simply means to publicly acknowledge a good, noteworthy, or significant thing or event. In these days where negative things and events get the majority of our attention, we need more celebrants. We need more and more people […]
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If you want more good things in life, more things to celebrate, you must feel and express more gratitude. Gratitude is the key that unlocks the infinite creative potential of the Universe. It is the very thing that attracts into your life more things for which to be grateful. Most of us have issues with […]
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You will only rise to the highest level of your negative thoughts and fears. You may have great aspirations, but your negative thoughts, doubts, fears, and limiting beliefs will keep you from achieving them. Therefore, in order to reach new heights and stay up in them, you must raise your baseline thoughts and beliefs about […]
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Someone asked me if living in the now and planning for the future were in conflict with each other. The answer is “no” if you truly understand the importance of each and how they are connected. Our belief about what we can become in the future is the fuel for how we live in the […]
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It’s easy to have faith when circumstances are good and in alignment with your faith. The real test of your faith is when circumstances are in direct conflict with your faith. Wallace Wattles wrote: “To think according to appearance is easy; to think truth regardless of appearances is laborious, and requires the expenditure of more power than any […]
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There are 2 very famous quotes that are used to motivate and inspire people to live a “better” life. The first is “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you’ve imagined” by Henry David Thoreau. The second is “Love your neighbor as yourself” by Jesus. The implication in both of these […]
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Do you ever have thoughts about being or doing something that get you very excited and you can’t quite explain where those thoughts come from? Do you have them often or have had them for a long time? I bet you do! We all do. Every day, we all have ideas that could change our […]
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Our emotional, spiritual, and physical experience of life is profoundly shaped by what we believe and allow into our lives. It can be this simple: we want to be praised by people, yet we don’t allow it by self-deprecating every time someone gives us a compliment; we want our children to be respectful, yet we […]
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Often, I will speak with people who are trying to move from their day job to their dream career, or they think they have a personal life that is completely separate from their professional life. Separation is an illusion that we create. There is only one life, one purpose, one path. We are all unique […]
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What’s your excuse? I’m not asking you to list the details of the event or circumstance; I’m asking you to identify the reason you are telling yourself or others the story about what happened to prevent you from doing something. In my work, I hear excuses all the time. People have a list of reasons […]
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Whether you are conscious of it or not, how you have and will experience your life is the result of you doing these 3 three things: creating, choosing, and allowing. The things of your life are the children of your thoughts, and thoughts you are thinking now are bearing the children of your future. Think […]
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Don’t believe everything you believe! How many of your beliefs are actually serving you well, giving you more energy and excitement about life? Far too often, we hold on to beliefs, especially those regarding how other people should or should not behave, that cause us to treat ourselves and others badly. In this episode, I […]
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I love fog. Do you? I woke up a few mornings ago to a heavy fog around my house, obscuring my normally clear view of the lake on which I live. Rather than be upset by not being able to see the water and wildlife I enjoy seeing, I allowed myself to sit in the […]
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I recently had a conversation with a coaching client who expressed frustration with how several situations had turned negative after such a long period of being positive. He, of course, wanted the good times to continue, as we all do. No matter how hard we try, no matter how many good thoughts we think, life […]
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I don’t often talk about my past or my path of life on my own show, so listeners often ask me how I came to be the person I am now. Bill Cortright, recently asked me the same question and interviewed me on his podcast: The Stress Mastery Podcast. Listen as I tell Bill about […]
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Do you have a wealth mindset? Do you really understand the difference between spending and investing? In this episode, I share a recent podcast that my friend, Bill Cortright, did on his podcast: The Stress Mastery Podcast. Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this episode here: Love the show? Click here to Tweet a shoutout! Want […]
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Everyone is a programmer. We are born as empty computers that can be programmed to perform in certain ways. Many of our programs are installed by the adults around us before we are 7 years old. After that, we start programming for ourselves. Many of the programs that were installed no longer serve us well. […]
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A.W. Tozer wrote: “It is not what a man does that determines whether his work is sacred or secular, it is why he does it. The motive is everything.” How you do something is a direct reflection of the energy within you; it is an outward expression of love, or lack of it. I tell […]
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I once had a gym membership, but hadn’t gone there for so long that I actually forgot I was a member. All the time, however, I was still a member–I just wasn’t aware of it. Membership is about being part of a group. Membership is about being part of a physical body. We are all […]
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There is an unquestionable mind/body connection. It’s easy to discern when someone is happy or upset by the way they move their body. Our emotions show up in physical form. However, the reverse is also true. There are specific things we can do physically that will directly impact our emotions. Listen as I explain: Listen on […]
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Imagine giving a child a present, a game in a beautiful box with pictures of the game on the outside of the box. Imagine the child being very excited and filled with gratitude, hugging the box, gazing with affection at the box, but never opening it to take out the game or play with it. […]
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As long as we live in this flesh and have an ego, we are all subject to varying states of worry. Even though my book, Worry No More!, was published over 2 years ago, it is still, if not more, appropriate for our culture. In this episode, I share a with you a chapter from […]
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Many people have given up on goal setting. Even more people set goals, yet procrastinate on doing anything to achieve them. The problem isn’t with the goal itself. The problem is with the lie that we have believed that our goals will give us a sense of worth, accomplishment, peace, security, etc. Each time we […]
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Many people know the story of “The Prodigal Son.” When I ask people what they think the word “prodigal” means, they say something like “someone who goes out to live wildly but comes home broken and begging for forgiveness.” They link the word “prodigal” to the coming home broken. That’s not what it means, though. […]
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Everyone wants freedom. Most people know what they want freedom from. The bigger question, which most people don’t know, is what do you want freedom for? If you were able to create the experience of freedom into your life, what would you do with it? How would you live differently than you do now. Everyone […]
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A client recently sent me an email asking me if I was always “on,” always up and positive every day. She described how she wants to live that way, but sometimes she gets down and gets swept up in the drama and emotions of life. She wanted to know how the “masters” live. Well, I’m […]
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We get so caught up in the drama of our lives—the planning for the future, the worry, the thinking of the past—that we forget to notice the beauty of the moment. We absolutely should have wonderful plans for our future, but we only live our lives one moment, one breath, one heartbeat at a time. […]
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Jacob was the “grasper.” He was a deceiver, a liar who relied on his cleverness to get what he wanted or to get himself out of a jam. He was smart and resourceful. People praised him for he cleverness. The problem was that he was scared and operated from a scarcity mindset. He thought he […]
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Don’t let people “should” all over you, and don’t you “should” all over other people! This episode is a continuation of the previous one about our desire to fix things that might not need to be fixed. When you think thoughts about what other people should or should not be doing, you are creating a […]
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We spend so much energy in our lives trying to fix things, or people, or relationships, or past mistakes. Let me tell you this: You are not broken, there is nothing about you that needs to be fixed. You are perfect as you are on this part of your journey and you are in a perfect […]
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If you look up the definition of the word “Freedom” in most dictionaries, you will find it described as “the state of not being imprisoned or enslaved,” or “absence of subjection or oppression.” It’s interesting to me that dictionaries and most people think that freedom is freedom from something. We want to be free of […]
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You hear it said all the time: “You can’t change the past.” But it’s just not true! Not only can you change the past, I believe you MUST change the past. You have an obligation to yourself and to those around you to change the past, anything that you are holding onto that brings you […]
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Jimmy Buffett wrote: “Changes in latitudes, changes in attitudes, nothing remains quite the same.” Oh, how right he was. The only constant in life is change, and we all intuitively know this. Yet, change is something we offer the most resistance to and experience the most pain from when we resist it. Marriages often end […]
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When you’ve made a mistake, it’s easy to think negative thoughts about yourself. When you are sick, it’s easy to think thoughts of sickness and disease and how the timing of it is not a good thing. When you don’t have enough money to pay the bills, it’s easy to think thoughts of poverty, scarcity, […]
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100 Watt light bulbs give off more light than 40 Watt bulbs do. Why? Because the 40 Watt bulb offers more resistance to the natural flow of electricity than the 100 Watt bulb does. What kind of light bulb do you want to be? Do you want to shine brighter than you are now, experience […]
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Bill Cortright is back on the show talking with me about the 2nd edition of his #1 Bestseller: Truth: The 10 Minute Life Plan: Ending Procrastination and Creating the Life You Want In this lively conversation, we explore the real reasons we procrastinate. How diet, exercise, self-talk, childhood programs and stress will cause us to procrastinate. If you […]
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The quality of the answers we receive from ourselves, others, and from the Universe are based on the quality of the questions we ask. If life isn’t giving you answers that are positive, productive, and moving you forward, it is because you are asking the wrong questions. If you are asking questions like “how could […]
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Jacob loved Rachel and Rachel loved him; Leah was just there for dramatic effect. This is a story of love, dreams, desires, vision, and, most importantly, about never ever giving up and settling for less. Too often, we work hard for our dreams and then give up or settle for “good enough” instead of continuing […]
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Memorial Day, in the United States of America, is a day we set aside to remember those who have given their lives in service to our country and freedoms we enjoy. I think it is right a good that we do so. I also think it is right to remember all of our loved ones […]
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This is a replay of episode 60: People ask me why I chose “Life Is A Marathon” as my life’s motto. It’s comes from my interpretation of the Bible verse “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses… let us run with endurance the race that is set before us!” (Hebrews 12:1) […]
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I was recently on an airplane with my good friend, Maimah Karmo. When we hit some turbulence, she got nervous. At that moment, I felt a story well up inside me which needed to be expressed. I knew I was not the originator of the story; it was my job to just be the channel […]
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Back for his 3rd appearance on the LIAM podcast, my good friend, Dr. Steve Maraboli, brings his typical high energy and motivational insight. Steve, always brutally honest, shares some deep truths about how we get so caught up in the lies we tell ourselves and the lies of others. Not only is his advice powerful, […]
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When you squeeze an orange, orange juice comes out. When you squeeze a lemon, lemon juice comes out. It can be no other way. You can only get out of something that which is in it. The same is true for us. Everything we say and do is an expression of what is inside us. […]
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Dr. Seuss wrote: “Be who you are and say what you mean. Because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.” You have an obligation to yourself, to God, and to the world to be authentically, unapologetically YOU! Be the youest you you can possibly be. To be anything else is to be […]
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Do you like to watch movies on the big screen in movie theaters? I do! It’s always interesting to be aware of sitting down in a theater with a box of popcorn waiting for the movie to start. I know where I am and what I am doing. When the movie starts and I get […]
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When someone tells you that you need to have more self-control, how does that make you feel? Not so great, right? How about when you, from your own internal desires, decide to use more self-control, how does that make you feel? Better, I bet! The reason is, in the first case, someone was trying to […]
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In order to grow, you must have a desire for more life. In order for a society to grow and prosper, it must be filled with people who have a desire for more life. Increasing life for yourself is also the best way for you to give an increase of life to those around you. […]
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Very often, we find ourselves in conversations in which we use “I am” statements. People ask us who we are and we respond with statements like: I am a dad; I am a life and executive coach; I am a podcaster; I am a marathon runner; etc. These “I am” statements are descriptions of the […]
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Do you love the truth? Think carefully before you answer. Many people don’t want to know the truth. What they want is to know that what they already believe is the truth. There’s a big difference! Truth is always peaceful. Truth is not dependent on anyone believing it or not. It does not justify, plead, […]
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Nobody accidentally becomes successful. Reaching your goals and living the life you want requires that you know what you want, why you want it, the ability to visualize that life, and the belief that it can be yours. Putting all of that together on a day-by-day, moment-by-moment basis is living intentionally. Live your life with […]
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As a parent to two boys, I want my sons to always take full responsibility for their actions. If they break something, I want them to simply say “yes, I broke that.” No need to blame or make excuses, just claim responsibility. We all want this from everyone we interact with. The hardest person to […]
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Whether you like it or not, everything is in a constant state of change. Everything! You are not the same person you were last year, Mount Everest is not the same mountain it was last week. Situations, circumstances, relationships, finances, health, and governments change. If you want to succeed, you must be willing to adjust […]
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3 years ago, this week, I was lying in a hospital bed trying not to die from the excruciating pain I was feeling. Spoiler Alert: I did not die! In fact, it was during that painful experience that I actually learned how to truly live. It was during that period that I learned just how […]
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People often say “don’t sweat the small stuff!” That, however, is a lie! You should sweat the small stuff because all of the big issues in life, good or bad, are made from little decisions made daily. Andy Andrews–bestselling author, speaker, and consultant for some of the world’s most successful teams, largest corporations, and fastest-growing […]
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In 1936, Dale Carnegie published “How to Win Friends and Influence People.” This book continues to be a bestseller and has contributed to the success of countless people. At the core of his book is character quality of winsomeness. Being likable, charming, friendly, and genuinely concerned about the welfare of others is crucial to your success. […]
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It seems logical enough that the best way to succeed in life is to eliminate competition, right? Right! Eliminating competition is the best way to succeed! However, I do not mean eliminating the competition, as in some other person or company. What I’m talking about in this episode is eliminating the competitive mindset from your […]
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I love all of the technology we have now that enables us to communicate with each other and have access to information faster than ever before. However, this instant access has a downside. It has created an instant-gratification, I-want-it-now mindset. Real life, real success, however, must go through a natural growth process. If our mindset […]
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How’s your relationship with money? Is it good? Great! Or is it a sore subject, like walking around with a thorn in your foot? We know the pain will go away if you just remove the thorn, but most of us will apply pain-numbing creams, or buy more cushioned shoes before we are willing to […]
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We all live by a story we are constantly telling ourselves about our own worth and potential, about the worth and potential of others, and how the world basically works. Much of our personal story is passed down to us from our parents, grandparents, and more distant ancestors. We need to take an honest look […]
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I used to believe that my ability to multitask was a good thing; that I was more productive by doing multiple tasks at the same time. There have been many other things I believed were true that I have since discovered to be false or outright lies! When your mind is divided it is less […]
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F.M. Alexander wrote: “People do not decide their futures, they decide their habits and their habits decide their futures.” What we do every day, the habits in which we engage, have the largest influence on our success or failure in life. These habits can be physical acts or habitual thoughts. The things we do and the […]
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Did you know that exercise is vital to your success in any area of life? It is! Without exercise, I could not be successful as a parent, a lover, a writer, a podcaster, or a friend. In order for me to truly be successful at these, I must exercise; I must get stronger; I must […]
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Success happens more easily when you are not stressed out about people or events. The best way to not be stressed out about people or events is to not take anything personally. Therefore, a foundational success principle is “don’t take anything personally.” This is the 2nd agreement in Don Miguel Ruiz’s book, The Four Agreements. […]
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When we are in the midst of a current situation or set of circumstance, especially if they are difficult or painful, it may not make sense. We often wonder why this is happening to us right now. It may seem completely random. However, as we shift our perspective from the present moment to see the […]
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By the time I finished reading an article titled Thank You for Calling Me “Fatso” by Melissa Kahn, I was simultaneously in tears of sadness for the pain she endured and exuberantly proud to be a human being living on the same planet with her. I also knew, immediately, that I would have Melissa be […]
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If you are not learning, you are not growing; if you are not growing, you are dying. It’s that simple. Successful people are committed to the principle of life-long learning. There is always something I can learn that will add value to my life, teach me a new skill, teach me a new perspective on […]
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Perhaps the most important success principle that I have learned and applied to my life is the formula E+R=O. I actually learned this principle from Jack Canfield in his book, The Success Principles. Most people, myself included, live with an E=O mindset, which means the events (the things that happen to us) determine our outcomes. […]
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In doing this series on Success Principles, I started to think about the people I know personally who embody these principles in their personal and professional lives. One of the first names that came to my mind was my friend and mentor, Bob Burg. Bob is the co-author of bestselling and profoundly influential book, The […]
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Aristotle said: “We are what we repeatedly do, therefore excellence is not an act, but a habit.” We also know that all of our actions are driving by thought, so this variation is equally true: “we are what we repeatedly think!” If we want to be successful, we must think thoughts that cause us to […]
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Polonius told his son, Laertes: “This above all: to thine ownself be true.” By this, he was telling his son that the most important virtue is that of integrity. A recent study of self-made multi-millionaires shows their #1 character trait is integrity. Being true to yourself, being the same core person with the same core […]
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Cicero wrote: “Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, it is the parent of all others.” Napoleon Hill suggested everyone “start each day with an expression of gratitude.” If you are speaking with someone how has been successful in life, you will probably hear them say that gratitude is one of their core values […]
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You are going to have to believe this to be true: a foundational success principle is faith! In order to accomplish just about anything, you must exercise a certain amount of faith–a belief that something is true regardless of whether or not you can see it, feel it, or logically explain it. Successful people consistently […]
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“Purpose” is the reason, the “why” we want to have, be, or do something. A goal without a strong purpose is a goal we will probably not spend much energy trying to achieve. In this episode, I want to look at “purpose” from another perspective. Many of us have experienced painful, tragic events in our lives. […]
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So, that thing you just did, did you do it on purpose? I hope so. One of the things successful people consistently do is this: they have a purpose for everything they do! The word “purpose” means: “the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists.” Many people are simply […]
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Success leaves clues. Studies of the most successful people reveal that they all live and operate according to certain principles. This episode is the first in a series in which I’ll talk about these success principles. The first is a combination of two: vision and desire. Successful people have a clear vision of what it is […]
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There’s a lot of talk, these days, about leadership. Leaders need to have a clear vision for where the company is going; leaders need to motivate others and create a culture where people can grow and do their best work; and so on… All of these are true, of course. However, what is often overlooked […]
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Perzan Irani knows how difficult antidepressant withdrawal can be. When he lost his job, in 2008, he started to feel anxious. As the weeks went by, his symptoms got worse, so his doctor put him on an antidepressant. Paxil (paroxetine) is an antidepressant that belongs to group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Paroxetine […]
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I’ve recently been asked by several friends, members of my community, and listeners if I have any advice on the job search process, how to look for work, and shifting from an employee to an entrepreneur. My answer is, of course, YES, I have some very important advice on the topic. The core of the […]
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At some point in our lives, we all want to be rock stars, and we all want to be drummers. Mark Schulman is both of those, plus a whole lot more! Mark is not only the drummer for P!nk and Cher, but has worked with an all-star cast of musicians in his life. However, it’s […]
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I brought my good friend, Chris LoCurto, back on the show to talk about wine. That’s right, wine! You see, there’s a great similarity between how wine is made—how the grapes are grown, specifically—and how we should try to live our lives. Wine makers—at least the good ones—know that the farming and producing of great grapes […]
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Kelly Howell is The Brain Whisperer! She is the founder of BrainSync.com and the world’s leading pioneer in guided meditation and binaural beat frequency audio technology. Kelly has taught meditation to thousands of individuals worldwide, at Fortune 500 Companies, and took time out of her busy schedule to talk with me about her life and […]
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Each year, I like to set a theme for what I want to accomplish in the next year. My goals are usually under the umbrella of this theme. In recent years, however, I’ve started narrowing the theme down to a single word. My word (and theme) for 207 is “Harvest!” Most of my goals are […]
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The word “resolve” means: decide firmly on a course of action. Most people make New Year resolutions, set goals, and decide firmly on a course of action to keep the resolution or achieve the goal. However, almost everyone sets a goal to have or do something that is physical and outside of themselves. Most people […]
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Today we are going to discuss an uncomfortable topic that very much needs to be talked about. We are going to talk about self-harm, cutting specifically. This topic was suggested to me by a 17-year-old girl who listens to the show and asked me to talk about it since this is an issue with which […]
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My dear friend, Leisa Peterson, and I had a phone call recently about the value of knowing our own value. Afterwards, we both wished we had recorded it, so we recreated the conversation for you. Knowing and owning your own value, personally and professionally, is the single most important thing you can do to take […]
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I talk a lot, as do others, about the importance of having a clear vision for your life and/or business. Being able to see and talk about the future with great clarity and enthusiasm is essential for creating it and for getting other people to come along with you. Having and communicating vision is the […]
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It’s hard enough for adults to not follow the crowd and give in to peer pressure. Being yourself, regardless of what others think, takes courage. This is even more true for teens and young adults–especially young women. Katie Bulmer works with college students–sorority girls, to be specific–to encourage them to be brave and to live […]
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How is your vision? When was the last time you had it checked? I’m not talking about your eyesight; I’m talking about vision! Sight is what you can see or perceive physically around you in the present moment. Vision is what you see, feel, and believe, in your soul, about who you will be and […]
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Professional coaches are not just for professional athletes, entertainers, or executives who are already at the top. They are for people who recognize and feel their ability to get to the top and know they can get there quicker if they get some help and guidance. I often have people tell me they could never […]
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During the month of December, I want you to finish the year strong! If you’re close to reaching a goal, do what you can to reach it. Put in a little extra work at the office or at the gym or on yourself. It feels great to reach our goals. However, another way to finish […]
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Karen Finocchio, aka One Tough Muther, is empowering women all over the world! She was previously a guest on my show, episode 140, and was one of my guest speakers at ReStory YOU in Ft. Lauderdale. Her message of hope and empowerment is powerful. She and I took some time to catch up on the […]
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If you can only do one thing to positively change your life, it should be this: feel and express gratitude! I believe gratitude is the most powerful force in the universe. Gratitude, however, is not just a good feeling that makes you a little happier. Gratitude is science, it is energy, and there is a […]
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Are you a person who is always on the go? Do you feel like you must always be doing something in order to feel productive and useful? Here’s another question: do you feel stagnant or like you’ve hit a plateau in your life, where you are no longer growing? If so, you need to proactively […]
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Nikki Schmutz is one of the bravest persons I have ever met. Despite the hardships and tragedies that have come her way, Nikki continues to pick herself up, brush herself off, and step forward into life with grace and grit. She shared much of her life experiences on episode 16, but comes back to catch […]
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What are the things that make you happy, make you glad to be alive, that bring you joy? I’d love to hear about them. In fact, everyone around you would love to hear about them. Even when we are going through hard times, it is good to know there is still goodness, kindness, beauty, and […]
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When like-minded people gather for the purpose of mutual encouragement and guidance, that combined energy and wisdom creates a Master-Mind that is stronger and wiser than our individual minds! Much of my own personal and professional success has been the result of surrounding myself with people who have the same desires for growth and positive […]
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On November 8, 2016, I celebrated my 53rd birthday! Each year, since turning 50, I have celebrated my birthday as if I was releasing a new software upgrade. Bruce 5.2 was full of new features and benefits, but I’m not satisfied to stay there. I believe we should be constantly growing, learning, and expanding our […]
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All die-hard Chicago Cubs fans were ecstatic when their beloved baseball team won the World Series for the first time since 1908! I know many people who are big fans of sports teams and specific players. When their team is winning, they are cheering for them to continue; when they are losing, they are cheering […]
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Bill Cortright is an extremely successful entrepreneur who is not only gifted with amazing intelligence and business wisdom, but also with a powerful ability to communicate with others. Bill was one of the guest speakers I brought in for my ReStory YOU workshop in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, on October 28-29, 2016. His presentation, “Jailbreak Your […]
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Dan Miller, author of the hugely popular book 48 Days to the Work You Love, has had profound impact on my life and my decision to follow my passions and do the work I was born to do. He is uniquely gifted at helping people gain a new perspective on life and leading them through […]
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What does the idea of abundance mean to you? People think of it in spiritual, health, and financial terms, but it means something different to everyone. There are also a lot of people who are speaking and teaching on the idea of abundant living. My friend, Leisa Peterson, spoke about it on a recent episode […]
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Increase is what all men and all women are seeking; it is the urge of the Formless Intelligence within them, seeking fuller expression. As you believe and feel that you are an advancing, increasing person, others will be attracted to you because they will feel that, by associating with you, they too will increase. In […]
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I got the chance to speak with Simonetta Lein, author, actor, model, humanitarian, and creator of The Wishwall Foundation. Simonetta has accomplished many great things throughout her life and humbly acknowledges that there were many people who helped her reach her dreams. With that awareness, Simonetta seeks to help as many people as she can […]
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I recently toured a multi-million dollar home that was for sale. The home was beautiful and sits high on a hill overlooking a beautiful river. The dominant phrase uttered by many who were part of the tour was “This would be nice, it I could never afford a house like this!” Well, I thought, why […]
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The word “regress” means to return to a former or less developed state. The word “progress” means to advance or develop toward a better, more complete, or more modern condition. The conversations we have with ourselves and others indicates our mindset. Is your mindset regressive or progressive? Do you think more about the past and […]
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Have you ever had a bad day? A day in which nothing seemed to go right? I know you have. It’s a normal part of the human condition. These “bad” days, however, can be processed through a different filter and seen from a completely different perspective. Jillian sent me a message about her “bad” day […]
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I used to look back over the train-wreck of my life and wonder went wrong, what I could have changed or done differently. Can you relate? I spent countless hours playing the “I only I had…” game. That game is a no-win game. You see, the past is obdurate–it is stubbornly resistant to change. The […]
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My good friend, Kent Julian, is back on the show after 200 episodes. Kent first joined us for episode 78 and we talked about the E+R=O formula. Today, we have another lively conversation around the topic of “live it forward” and how he has turned that into a profitable brand. Kent has developed a live […]
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I remembered reading an article about the great jazz trumpeter, Wynton Marsalis, playing a beautiful song that was ruined, at the climax of the song, when someone’s cell phone went off. The reporter wrote that the magic of the moment was ruined. However, how Mr. Marsalis chose to respond to the annoyance redeemed the moment […]
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Andrea Harkins, also known as “The Martial Arts Woman,” is an Internationally recognized writer, motivator, and martial artist. When I met Andrea, I was instantly attracted to how she teaches and lives the mindset principles of martial arts as as way of dealing the the challenges of life. She shares with us some of her personal […]
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Indigo Ocean Dutton has lived, and continues to live, a truly amazing life. That is not to say her life has been easy, but it has certainly been a life outside the borders of “normal!” She has looked deep into her soul and discovered the truth of who she really is–a beautiful creation of Spirit! […]
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I love having conversations with people who have taken the road less traveled. I especially love having conversations with young people who have decided to resist the great societal pressures to do what the majority of other young people are doing. Jake Heilbrunn is such a young man. He dropped out of college to pursue […]
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One of my favorite things to do is to have listen to someone tell me the story of their life. I, so often, can identify parts of my own life in their story. Mostly, though, I listen to how they tell it, more than what parts of their life they include in it. How we […]
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Sadly, it seems inevitable that someone will insult us. People will call us names, mock us for decisions, ridicule some aspect of our lifestyle, or just say hateful words to us. Is that our problem or theirs? The words other people speak to us have nothing to do with us. It is an indication of […]
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Kahlil Gibran wrote: “Work is love made visible.” How you do your work, whether it is your job or just work around the house, is not a reflection of the task itself, nor is it a reflection of how you feel about the work or the people you are working for. It is a reflection […]
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Every now and then, you cross paths with someone and learn a little about them only to quickly realize you’ve lived very similar lives and had very similar experiences. Such is the case between myself and Kim Ades, founder of FrameofMindCoaching.com. Like me, Kim discovered the cathartic, healing power of journaling to get her through […]
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With as many social media followers as I have, I often get sarcastic comments to my motivational posts. Perhaps the one I get most often, though, is the phrase “easier said than done!” This usually comes as a response to a motivational quote encouraging the reader to change their life for the better. The comment […]
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I love reconnecting with old friends. I especially love when I learn that, during the time we were apart, they went through a dramatic personal transformation. Such is the case with my friend, Pat McDaniel. Pat and I hadn’t seen or heard from each other for 16 years. When we reconnected last month, it was […]
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What do you focus on, endings or beginnings? Do you think about relationships that ended, or jobs, or health conditions that will never be the same again? It is so easy to focus on the loss, the what was but will never be again. However, if you will examine your past, you will find that […]
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We often use or hear the phrase “my right-hand man,” but do you really know what it means? More importantly, do you have a right-hand man in your life? Of course, the phrase is not gender specific, so ladies, you are included in this, too. The popular definition is “an indispensable helper or chief assistant.” However, […]
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You have no private thoughts. You think you do, but you don’t! You think your mind is like Las Vegas. You think “what happens in my mind stays in my mind.” Well, it doesn’t. All of your thoughts manifest in physical, outward behaviors. The thoughts you think about another person, no matter how hard you try to […]
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There are countless people, female and male, who are the victims of sexual abuse. Some have spoken openly about it, while many others keep it a secret for a myriad of reasons. Each person deals with it differently, but all feel shame, anger, confusion, betrayal, and broken trust. Svava Brooks, a survivor of childhood sexual […]
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Do you know what your core values, core beliefs are? Are you actively protecting them from being compromised by competing values and beliefs? There are so many voices calling out to you, every day, claiming to be the truth. They are trying to convince you to buy their product because you will be a better, […]
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Do you have beautiful feet? I bet you do! If you don’t, I want to tell you that you can have them in an instant! It’s true! Do you remember the last time someone told you some very happy news, delivered a package you had been expecting, or delivered flowers to you at work? In that […]
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Jaime Primak Sullivan, host of Cawfee Tawk, and former Bravo TV creator and star of “Jersey Belle” has written a new autobiography, The Southern Education of a Jersey Girl: Adventures in Life and Love in the Heart of Dixie. Jaime and I got on a Skype call to talk about her book, what it’s all about, […]
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The Pokémon Go craze has hit my community and house! Like millions of people around the world, my boys are playing and loving the experience of Pokémon Go. They are outside, exploring the parks and shopping centers looking for pocket monsters to capture and collect and accumulate points. I decided to play a similar, yet […]
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Corey Poirer has spoken to more people than any other person I know–over 3,500 interviews with successful people from all walks of life, in all professions! When you speak with that many people, you are bound to pick up on some common traits that have lead to their success. Before we got into that topic, […]
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Have you looked at photos of another family on Facebook and thought yourself “I wish I had their life!”? I think we all do it from time to time. However, you need to hear this message loud and clear: STOP IT! The comparison game is a game that you will never win. First, know that […]
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I want you to come on a journey with me as we walk down a long driveway and enter a beautiful house that has not been properly maintained in many years. The exterior of the house needs minor maintenance, but, inside the home, there is much cleaning to do. The owner of the house has not […]
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Roxana Jones and I were destined to meet. As it turned out, I got the added bonus of meeting Arnaud Saint-Paul. Roxana and Arnaud are changing the world through the healing power of words! They are such a breath of fresh air and positive energy in a world that very much needs to realign with […]
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Are you currently struggling with worry, doubt, or fear that something is not going to happen soon enough, or that you won’t have enough of something when you need it? This is a common story, but a story that does not serve you well, nor will it actually get you want you want. You have […]
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Many years ago, I heard Dave Ramsey interview a guy named John G. Miller. They talked about his book, QBQ: The Question Behind the Question. I was curious to learn more, so I bought and read the book. Since then, I have read all of John’s books and they have had a profound influence on […]
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On this day, July 4, 2016, the United States are celebrating Independence Day. On a percentage basis, there are very few people in the world who live under a tyrannical dictatorship. However, the majority of people alive today live under the dictatorship of limiting beliefs, self-doubt, prejudice, and constant negative self-talk. True freedom doesn’t come […]
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Are you living a life of bliss–a peace that surpasses understanding, independent of circumstance? Maimah Karmo–a survivor of 3 Liberian civil wars, being struck by lightening, and breast cancer at age 32–knows a bit about difficult circumstances. Nevertheless, she learned how to tap into the life and love that we are all born with. She […]
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The things you want to do, be, have, and express want you! That’s right, the things you desire, provided they are for your growth, desire you. Your desires are actually God’s desires. The music you long to play is God wanting to express that music through you. The things you want to build, write, and […]
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“Give and you shall receive” is what we were taught. What do we do when we give, and give, and give… but we don’t receive? What should we do when we give love to a partner who doesn’t give it back, or hard work to a job that never pays enough? Sound familiar? The Law of Reciprocity […]
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Here in the Northern Hemisphere, we just passed through the Summer Solstice, which means the days will be getting shorter for the next 6 months. The opposite is true for the Southern Hemisphere. Nothing stays the same. Everything is vibrating and in a constant state of change. Nevertheless, we often spend great physical and emotional […]
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“I can do it myself!” is a phrase we hear from our kids who are learning, for themselves, how to do the things they will need to do by themselves as they mature. That’s a good, healthy, thing! However, refusing to receive or ask for help when we really need it, is not a healthy […]
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Do you know how Noise Canceling headphones work? If not, I explain how in this episode. But hold on, it’s not about the technology, it’s about the metaphor. Noise Canceling headphones work by broadcasting the exact opposite sound wave as the noise. There is a lot of negative energy being broadcast these days. Much hate […]
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What if you woke up tomorrow with only those things for which you gave thanks today? That was a question that totally rocked my world a few years ago. You see, I had already woken up one morning and my daughter was no longer with me. It reminded me that I was totally taking for […]
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It’s a good thing to want more abundance, prosperity, health, and great relationships for yourself. Any teaching that tells you otherwise is a false teaching. All creation exists to grow and expand to become the fullest expression of what it was created to be, and this includes you. However, the most powerful way to get […]
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Have you ever had goals, dreams, or wanted to make some changes in your life, but the people who matter most to you don’t support what you want? I’ve experienced this and know it can be painful. We want to think that our family and close friends will always be supportive, always be encouraging us […]
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Seanlai (pronouced “Shawn Lee”) is like Albert Einstein, though much prettier! Seanlai has an incredible gift for taking complicated science and making it very easy to understand and apply to your life. She is a master at the science of connections. She has discovered why we connect instantly with some people and not with others. […]
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Have you ever thought about what people would say about you at your funeral? Or about who would even show up for it? Image you had the ability to jump in a time-machine and travel to the day of your own funeral. Even better, imagine you had the ability to select all of the people who […]
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Has someone ever given you a gift and, when you opened it and saw its value, you said “Oh, this is too much! I can’t possibly accept this!”? What about if someone simply gives you a compliment? Do you self-deprecate? If so, you really need to hear this message. You ARE worthy of any gift, […]
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Albert Einstein taught that everything is energy, everything vibrates, everything is in motion. A thing may look dead, but it is vibrating with energy. He also taught that energy attracts similar energy to itself. He said “this is not philosophy or religion, this is physics!” What is your energy? Are you consistently vibrating positive energy […]
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Bakers use a sifter to make sure only the finest flour and sugar gets mixed into their products. Rock quarries use giant sifters to sort out different size rocks and gravel. You go through a sifting and sorting process to decide which podcasts to listen to (thank you for choosing mine!) However, when it comes to […]
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You know those ideas you get some times? The ones that are so big, so exciting, so vivid, and make you feel so selfish for wanting them that you’re too embarrassed to tell anybody about. Yes, those are the ones you should go after! Those are the ideas that, if you act on them, can […]
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We all have limiting beliefs–things we believe about ourselves, others, and the way the world works, that keep us from fully experiencing what is possible. I grew up believing I didn’t like Chinese food. This belief kept me from actually ever trying it to see if I would like it. I inherited this belief from […]
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Sally Hogshead, in her new book, Fascinate: How to Make Your Brand Impossible to Resist, shows how to tap into what makes us and our businesses fascinating to others. When you are being your authentic self, and your company is centered around your vision, you stand out from the crowd and attract people–the right people–to […]
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Every day, perhaps multiple times a day, you have creative ideas that could change your life. Your ideas could actually change the lives of millions of people. You have ideas to create products or works of art. You have ideas to say or do things to change your relationships. The problem is you don’t take […]
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J.B. Glossinger, founder of MorningCoach.com, has, for many years, been a powerful and positive influence on my life. In fact, it was largely due to the encouragement of J.B. that I started the Life Is A Marathon podcast. He and I got together to talk about his life, work, and new book, The Sacred 6. […]
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Today is May 1, 2016. Today is also May Day, a to celebrate the coming of Spring, new life, and the end of a long cold winter. May Day is, historically, a day to celebrate the abundance of life and to give thanks for the blessings to come. There is also the world “mayday” which […]
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If you have a dream about living a life you are not currently living, it is because your dream is calling out to you from your natural ability to create that life. I firmly believe that we CAN create the life of our dreams. In fact, I believe we would not have been given the […]
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Serena Dyer and I had a beautiful conversation about what it was like growing up in “Wayne’s World.” She wrote in her book, Don’t Die with Your Music Still in You, about what it was like to have the legendary Dr. Wayne W. Dyer as her father. She learned many valuable lessons and is, like […]
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How many times in your life have you decided to do something, make some change in your life, write that book, take that course, apply for that promotion… and then not do it. Deciding to make changes in your life is the first step, but it isn’t enough. You must actually take action. You can […]
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I had the wonderful opportunity to video conference with a 4th-grade class to talk about positive self-talk and affirmations. We started off by reading a book by Peter Reynolds titled “Ish”. The conversation that followed about living “ishly” was too good not to share with you. Listen as I explain: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this […]
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A friend of mine sent an email to tell me about a new car she bought and how it was just like the car on her vision board. I often get emails like these from people who employ my teachings on visualizing the life, things, places, and experiences you want in your life. As part of […]
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I love the quote “Always believe something wonderful is about to happen.” However, the quote also fosters the “I’ll be happy when…” syndrome. I’m a firm believer in having goals and believing the future is going to be great, but I’m a bigger believer that the wonderful things are already happening and will continue to […]
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April 7, 2016, is the 2-year anniversary of the surgery to remove stage 4 cancer from my body (notice I didn’t say “my cancer surgery”). The surgery did not go as planned, there were many complications and they nearly lost me on the operating table. However, it actually went perfectly! The very painful, long recovery period was […]
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We all face adversity in our lives. Some face more difficult situations than others, but we all get to make a choice about how we respond to it. Antony Stagg, author of If I Can Do It, You Can Too!, shares with me some of the amazing stories of overcoming adversity that fill his inspirational, […]
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How would you behave, view yourself and other people, if your father was the most powerful king on earth? If the king, your father, is not only the most powerful person, but also the most loved and respected person because of his kindness, benevolence to everyone in his kingdom? What if you could ask your […]
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I love the story of Easter and resurrection. Independent of any faith or religious teaching, I think everyone should love the metaphor of Easter. A key part of the story is when the women went to the tomb and the angel said “why do you look for the living among the dead?” Too often, our life […]
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Today, March 24, 2016, is my daughter’s birthday. She would have been 16 years old today. It took me many years to realize that remaining in the pain and sadness of her death was not the way to honor her life. Today, I celebrate birth and life and love. I give thanks for the blessing of […]
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It starts when we are babies, and continues throughout our lives. People tell us a narrative about who and what we are, what we are or are not capable of, what our worth is. We listen to these voices and the voices that come to us from media and we start to craft our own […]
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Raised by a low-income, single mother in the San Francisco Bay area, Romal Tune would have been considered an “at-risk” youth. Through many twists and turns, ups and downs in his marathon of life, Romal learned he was much smarter and capable than he previously believed. However, even after rising to the top levels of society, […]
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At 25 years old, Charlotte “Lottie” Ahern has traveled to and experienced many parts of the world that are still on my bucket list. I have been following her posts on Instagram and living vicariously through her as she explores the world and lives the life of her dreams. We had a “wanderful” conversation about her […]
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When I decided I needed to lose some weight and get in better shape, the first action I took was to go buy some running shoes. I had no idea, then, that that small physical act would significantly change the course of my life, but it did. You see, deciding to change your life and […]
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One of my favorite mental exercises is to put myself into the future and think about the past. If I have an event coming up, I imaging the event is already over and I ask myself “How did it go?” Most importantly, I ask myself “How do you feel about the event?” By imagining how […]
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Success in all areas of life depends on your ability to create and maintain meaningful relationships. The most important aspect of a meaningful relationship is communication. So often, we think we have communicated an idea or feeling to someone only to discover it was misunderstood or missed entirely. The problem is that it was communicated […]
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I am not my body! I love and care for my body because it is the vehicle in which I travel and experience this physical world, but it is not who or what I am. Unfortunately, we have been domesticated into attaching our self-worth to what our bodies look like or what they are capable […]
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I spent last week on a cruise ship with 225 people as part of the “Run For Fun Cruise.” Not only did we have a wonderful, fun experience, I also witnessed many people being brave enough to go outside of their comfort zones to try things they had never tried before. From swimming with Stingrays, to […]
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This is a replay of Episode #73: Chris LoCurto is a business and life coach who has changed the lives of many people, and the success of many businesses, with his wisdom and consistent message of hope and personal accountability. Listen as Chris and I have a conversation about the victim mentality and finding the true […]
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This is a replay of Episode #78: Kent Julian learned to apply the formula “Event + Response = Outcome” (E+R=O) to his entire life and it has opened doors for him that he never foresaw. Kent is a gifted, highly sought-after, speaker and coach who teaches teens, young adults, and professionals how to reach their fullest […]
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This is a replay of Episode #7. I share a conversation with Adam Crawford in which we talk about the death of their daughter, Layla Chandler Crawford. Adam and his wife are still working through the pain and questions inherent in this trauma, but they are making many healthy decisions to move forward, continue to live, […]
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Sometimes life is hard, frustrating, painful, and it seems like there is no light at the end of the tunnel. Do you ever feel this way? When we feel like this, it is easy to give up or do something desperate to bring immediate relief. Quite simply, where there is no vision, the people perish! […]
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Some people seem to have more influence than others. Some events seem to influence our lives more than others. The word “influence” literally means “to flow into.” It is really about the energy that flows into us, or comes from us that flows into others, that causes us to think or do certain things. I […]
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The primary reason we don’t get what we really want in life is simply because of the excuses we create for why it’s not possible–so we don’t even attempt it. We think about what we want and the voice in our heads says “but…” That “but” is stopping you from living the life you are […]
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Gratitude is a word that does not adequately express how thankful I am for you and for all of my listeners who have downloaded the “Life Is A Marathon” podcast over 1,000,000 times! Yes, on February 2, 2016, the show had its 1-millionth download! This is a huge milestone for any podcast to reach and […]
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No matter how something turns out, pretend like it was supposed to turn out that way! The more you open yourself up to the possibility that everything in your life has, and always will, happen for your good, the more peace and positive energy you will feel about moving forward into the abundance of life […]
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The foundation of my approach to creating a life plan is dreaming about the life you want to live. You cannot live the life of your dreams if you have not, in fact, dreamed about that life. However, after the dreaming is in progress, we need to get practical about how to bring our dreams […]
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Are you living your resume or your eulogy? For most of my life, I was interested in accumulating stuff and adding to my list of accomplishments so other people would think I was someone special. I learned that, while some of that is important, it is not nearly as important as living a life that […]
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Kimberly Meredith is a Medical Intuitive and Channeler with an amazing gift and an amazing love for life. I was introduced to Kimberly through a mutual friend and, at first, I must confess to being skeptical about Kimberly and her gifts. However, after several personal conversations and searching my own heart about the source of […]
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One of the main topics of my “Transform Your Life!” retreats, and something I work through with most of my life coaching clients, is the creation of a Life Plan. Without a plan for your life, you are letting life happen to you instead of happening to your life. The first step of my Life Plan process […]
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I hosted the first of my “Transform Your Life!” Masterclass/Retreats in Richmond, Virginia on January 15-16, 2016. As I record this, I am simultaneously exhausted and energized from the experience. We had 9 people come in from all over the United States. It is always amazing to me how 9 complete strangers can spend two […]
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Shellie Blum knows that life is a marathon. Escaping instantaneous death and paralysis from a hangman’s broken neck, and shattered right jaw endured in a horrific watersking accident is only part of her unbelievable story. We talked about her life and her new book, Waterski Girl Wonder: A Journey of Perseverance. Listen our conversation: Listen on iTunes or Listen […]
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I have not met a person who doesn’t have any limiting beliefs. I’m sure some people like that exist, I just haven’t met them yet. A limiting belief is something that you think about yourself, other people, or the way life works, that keeps you from living to your fullest potential. In this, my 200th […]
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Can you look back through your life, up to this present moment, and claim: “my life is perfect”? I can! My life is now, always has been, and always will be perfect. The facts are that I have experienced many painful, tragic, heartbreaking events in my life, including bankruptcy, divorce, the death of a daughter, […]
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Many years ago, Zig Ziglar said “Your attitude determines your altitude!” What he was saying is that your thoughts about yourself, others, and life, will have a direct impact on the life you live. What he was saying is “thoughts become things!” The thoughts you think determine the actions you will or will not take […]
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On January 1, 2016, I received a long text from a good friend. It was a short story about how life is like a train ride. It describes the journey, the stops, the people who get on and off the train, some of whom are significant in our lives some of whom we barely notice. […]
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For 2016, I want more! I want to dream more, love more, and express myself more fully! Wanting more is not a bad thing. We get from life more of what we focus on. So, by focusing on gratitude, love, and dreams, we can get more of that in our lives, and more of those […]
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I believe self-care is one of the most important gifts we can give to those we love. When we take care of ourselves, everyone around us benefits. This episode is based on a graphic posted by Steven Aitchison titled “12 Steps for Self Care” I thought it was important enough to walk through all 12 […]
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On this Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 2015, I wish for you Peace, Love, and Happiness! I also want to remind you that true peace, love, and happiness cannot be found in anything or anyone outside of you. It is something you always possess within you. You don’t have to search the world to find it. You […]
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December 21st is the Winter/Summer Solstice. It is the day when the seasons change and the amount of daylight for each day gets longer or shorter. It prompted me to think about the changing of seasons, both literally and metaphorically in our lives. Everything that exists is in a constant state of change–our bodies, our […]
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I love how life flows perfectly as it was intended. This episode is a replay of Episode 43, which I recorded on December 19, 2014. I had a conversation with a man about goals and went looking through my archives to see if I had done an episode about this topic. I had, and it was […]
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If you choose not to decide, you still have made a choice. And, sometimes, that’s the best decision you can make. I intentionally put off making a business decision the morning of recording this because I wasn’t feeling well. I’ve learned that I don’t make my best decisions when I don’t feel at my best. […]
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My life didn’t start to change until I realized that nobody else was going to, or even could, change it for me. For most of my life, I played the blame game for all that had gone wrong in my life. This episode is a short version of my story of transformation. I claimed responsibility […]
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You have the right to ask for anything you want! Yes, you do! Many times, we don’t get what we want simply because we don’t ask for it. Often, we don’t ask because we are afraid the answer will be no and that will cause personal pain. I saw a great example of fearless asking by […]
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What started off as a frantic search for a missing jacket before school turned into a valuable life lesson. You see, while searching for the jacket, we actually had “expectations” that we would not find it. So, in fact, we were looking for not finding the jacket. We do this in so many areas of […]
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Repeat after me: I am 100% responsible for my behavior; I am 100% responsible for my thoughts and feelings; I am 100% response-able; my ability to respond is 100% my responsibility! The more responsibility you are able to claim over every aspect of your life, the more ability you will have to change it. Victims […]
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The difference between “ordinary” and “extraordinary” is the “extra!” However, living an extraordinary life doesn’t mean adding a lot of extra activities or doing a lot of extra work. The word “extraordinary” means “outside of the normal.” Living an extraordinary life simply means living a life that is not normal, that is outside of what […]
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While I am still many years away from “retirement age,” I get closer to it every year. My idea of “retirement” is not the typical idea, as I do not really ever plan to stop working and stop producing income, yet, there are some things I would like to do in those years that I […]
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I believe December, 2015, is going to be an amazing, abundant, joyous month! I believe this because I have set my intention to make it be that way. I also believe it because of the overwhelming evidence from the previous month that supports my belief. This is why recording your gratitude and victories every day is […]
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I believe everyone should have one or two BHAGs (Big Hairy Audacious Goals), goals that are so big you have no idea how to achieve them. However, many of us, look at that goal, fail to see how we can achieve them, and give them up as unrealistic. The problem is, because we can’t see […]
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Out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks. Our words are powerful. So powerful that they actually create the life we live. The word “Abracadabra!” actually means “I create as I speak.” This episode is all about the power of the spoken word, the power of saying “I love you,” the power of […]
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Thanksgiving Day is, traditionally, a day set aside to remember and reflect upon all of the things for which we are thankful. I am so amazingly blessed by and thankful for you, my listeners and supporters! Feeling and expressing gratitude for what I already have in my life has been the greatest cause for the […]
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Well over a year ago, a guy named Craig Newton, who followed me on Twitter and read some of my blog posts, reached out to me and said “I think you’d be a great speaker for our cruise.” We started talking and quickly formed a strong friendship. I was the guest speaker and Life Coach for […]
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I have a reputation of being “Mr. Positive” and it’s a reputation I am proud of. However, no matter how much I teach and encourage people to have a positive mindset and practice positive self-talk, positivity isn’t always positive. If you use positive thinking and self-talk as a way of denying or hiding from painful […]
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Many of us live from one emergency to the next. While in the midst of the crisis, we ask outward-focused questions like “why me?” “why did that person…?” “why can’t I get a break?” and we often come up with answers that leave us in victim-mode. However, asking “why” eventually causes us to look inward […]
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This broadcast is live from Kona, Hawaii, where Leisa Peterson led a retreat simply titled “Transform.” Our intention was to gather a few people from around the world to lead them through a process of personal transformation. We simply set the intention that the right people would hear about the event and know, intuitively, that they […]
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John Ramstead, a former Navy pilot and successful business executive knows that life is, indeed, a marathon. His life took a sudden turn when, during a freakish horse riding accident, John sustained what doctors described as an unsurvivable head injury. While the path of recovery has been long and difficult, John has done more than just […]
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Pediatrician, mother and best-selling author of six books, Dr. Meg Meeker is the country’s leading authority on parenting, teens and children’s health. I have been a fan and follower of Dr. Meeker for many years. Her books, “Boys Should be Boys” and “Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters,” have been the foundation of my parenting mindset for […]
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Welcome to Bruce 5.2! Yes, I turned 52 years old on November 8th, 2015. I like to mark each year as a new upgrade to Bruce as I’m always seeking to grow, learn, and add new features to my life. Bruce 5.1 was a very good year in which I reached many of my goals […]
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Mark Minard truly has a story of how to get up after life punches you in the face. At 17 years old, Mark woke up in a jail cell after getting his face smashed in by a much larger, much older man. He had been so drunk, most of his memory about the incident is […]
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We become what we repeatedly do, and we believe what we repeatedly think and say to ourselves. Zig Ziglar often told his audiences to listen to his audio recordings at least 16 times. The reason is, after that many times, it is no longer Zig saying positive things to you, it is you telling them to […]
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As a Transformational Life Coach, I help people through stages of transformation to become the greatest expression of who they were created to be. As you go through your own type of metamorphosis, it is helpful to know and be able to anticipate some of the changes you will go through and how other people […]
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“Love is the bridge between you and… EVERYTHING!” is one of my favorite quotes by Rumi. It has also become the truth by which I live and experience my life. I struggled to find ways to cross the chasm that seemed to separate me from what I wanted in life. It wasn’t until I started to […]
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Sun Tzu said “Victorious warriors win first and then go to war, while defeated warriors go to war first and then seek to win.” Our daily activities may not be “war” but the metaphor still works. Are you going into your day hoping to win each situation as it arises, or have you taken the […]
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Complaining about your current circumstances is the glue that keeps you stuck to them. Do you know someone who constantly complains about life or another person, yet always seems stuck in that situation? We get more of, or stuck in, that which we focus on. When you are complaining about a person or a situation, […]
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Susan Stynes made the decision and took the action necessary to create the life she loves! After feeling stuck for many years in an emotionally abusive marriage, with three kids, she knew there had to be more to life than just existing from day to day. She dreamed of what she wanted, set goals, then […]
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Dr. Jessica Higgins recorded an episode of her Empowered Relationship podcast that really spoke to me. In fact, I had been thinking of doing a show on this very topic. However, when I heard how she handled the subject, I knew I simply needed to share her words with you, because she said it so […]
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I had the great honor of being a guest on the Eternal Leadership podcast with John Ramstead and Steve Reiter. I shared with them my journey from a life of darkness and pain, caused primarily from my own attitude and outlook on life, to a life of joy and meaning. Listen our conversation: Listen on iTunes […]
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If you were going to an event where nobody knew you and you could choose to “be” anyone you wanted to be, who would you be? Most of us have gotten so caught up in thinking about what we need or want to do, we forget that we can also choose who we want to […]
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I have been guilty of misusing the word “coincidence”! A coincidence is not something that happens by chance or an accident. The word literally means to fit together perfectly, or to be perfectly timed. In that context, everything in your life is coincidence–everything happens with perfect timing and fits together perfectly to make up the […]
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Do you know you can feel anything you want to feel any time you want to feel it? You can! You are 100% in control of and responsible for your thoughts which produce feelings. The other day, I was having a little pity party because something didn’t turn out as I hoped it would. I […]
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If you could be a fly on the wall and listen to how other people talk about you, what would they be saying? What do you want them to be saying? Spend some time thinking about what you want people to think and feel about you. Your reputation is important. More important is to live […]
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Many people like to keep photo albums and scrapbooks to remind them of the fun times they have experienced in the past. It’s great to look back and remember those experiences. However, very few people do the same for the future. Keeping a vision board of the places you’d like to go, things you’d like […]
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You cannot help people by becoming more of what they are. You can only help by becoming more of what they need. Becoming the strongest, healthiest, happiest, most peaceful and prosperous person you can be is not an act of selfishness, it is an act of generosity. When you become better, those around you benefit. Listen […]
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I often get asked about how to find peace in stressful situations like work, when it’s easy to be peaceful at home. The answer is that you don’t find peace, you create it by thinking thoughts that are in alignment with how you believe the world should be. Today’s show is an answer to a […]
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Setting an intention is often interpreted as deciding what you want and then working very hard to make it happen. You might be able to manifest what you want in this way, but the process will be stress-filled. A more peace-filled way is to decide what you want and allow it to happen as part of […]
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She is 25 years old and changing lives! Lindsey Wopschall is the creator and host of “Off Air and Online” a motivational and empowering Youtube channel, through which she seeks to uplift, enlighten, and encourage everyone! From the moment she reached out to me to ask questions about doing life coaching, I knew Lindsey wasn’t […]
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What would you do if you knew you couldn’t fail? What would you attempt? Who would you be? What life would you create if you removed all doubts of your ability to create it? Many of us have not dreamed about what we want to become since we were children. Most of us stop ourselves […]
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We all struggle with this idea of wanting to be perfect. We think our business idea has to be perfect before we start the business; our book has to be perfect before we publish; we have to look perfect before asking that person out. Because of this we never do these things. Here’s the truth: […]
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This episode represents the launch of my 2nd year of podcasting. Tomorrow represents the launch of a new version of me that will be slightly different than yesterday’s version. Every day is an opportunity to launch a new you. What are you ready to launch? A new idea, business, book, hairstyle? There’s no reason not […]
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On September 14, 2014, I took a deep breath, trusted my inner-knowing that I was about to do something that would forever change my life and, I hoped, the lives of many people, and spoke into a microphone, officially starting the Life Is A Marathon podcast! One year and 152 episodes later, I am even […]
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Life in the United States, throughout the world, and for me personally was forever changed on September 11, 2001. For me, my life was spared because of a decision to fly a different airline that morning. While I grieve over the loss of life, I am forever thankful that I am alive today! Listen as […]
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On August 29, 2015, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer crossed over from this life to the next. His books, lectures, videos, and movie “The Shift” were instrumental in helping me make The Shift in my own life. Dr. Dyer taught me that I could, indeed, change my life by changing my thoughts and that, as I […]
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Good is the enemy of great! We want great, awesome, exciting things to come into our lives, yet we fill our lives with things that are good, acceptable, or just mediocre. Great things cannot come into our lives if our lives are cluttered with the “good enough.” I’ve started saying YES to the BEST and no […]
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I got up and ran 16 miles this morning. Why? Three reasons: 1) I get to see the sunrise, which reminds me that every morning is the beginning of something beautiful. 2) Because I can. 3) Because I remember when I couldn’t. I am learning to take inventory of all the things that I can […]
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Leisa Peterson, transformational wealth coach and founder of WealthClinic.com, and I had a fun, yet deeply insightful, conversation about how to accept and love the truth of what is present in our lives in the moment. So often, we create unnecessary angst in our lives by wishing things were different than they are. Accepting, indeed […]
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Proclivities are our natural, instinctual way of doing things. Everyone has them. Seanlai Cochrane and I had a fun, highly educational conversation about how we can improve all of our relationships by learning why other people do what they do. Listen this conversation: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this episode here: Seanlai Cochrane: www.whatsmyproclivity.com seanlaicochrane.com […]
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A ship in the harbor is safe, but that’s not what ships are built for! Almost any thought, feeling, or behavior that you have put in place to keep you safe, to keep you from getting hurt in some way, is also keeping you small, keeping you from living the fully expansive, dynamic, interactive and […]
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Isn’t it amazing how, one minute, we can be feeling completely drained, tired, and without any energy to do anything. Then, we get a phone call with an invitation to something super exciting and, all of the sudden, we are excited and full of energy. What happened? Did the invitation give us energy? No, the […]
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Many times, we sabotage our dreams because we cannot figure out how we can make them come true. The problem is the “how” isn’t really our business, it’s God’s business. Our focus needs to be on what we want and, most importantly, why we want it. The “how’s” will take care of themselves! Listen as I […]
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Are you running on empty? Through the day-to-day living of life it is easy to become exhausted. More so, when we find our identity in our work, our relationships, and our children, we spend all of our physical, emotional, and spiritual resources trying to maintain those identities. Running on empty is a dangerous situation and […]
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We all need teachers so we can learn and grow in all areas of life. However, teaching is just demonstrating that something is possible, while learning is making it possible for yourself! We can and should imitate our teachers while we learn, but the goal is not to be able to do something exactly as […]
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Karen Finocchio is One Tough Muther! She is a mother and a woman who has seen and lived just about all that can happen to a person. The tragedies and hardships Karen faced while raising her children, mostly alone, did not break her or turn her into a victim–they made her tough! Though tough, Karen […]
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Hyeonseo Lee, at 17 years old, escaped across the border of North Korea into China. That was just the beginning of a very long, dangerous, frustrating journey to freedom. She gave a TED talk describing her journey, which Oprah Winfrey called “the most riveting TED talk ever!” She and I talk about her “marathon” of […]
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I had the great honor of being interviewed by Dayne Gingrich and Mark Minard for their “Elevating Beyond” podcast. We had a fun, yet very moving conversation about my life and my new book, Worry No More!, so I thought I’d share this conversation with you: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this episode here: Mentioned […]
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I was grieved by a social media post from a friend about the behavior of a lady she didn’t know. Not only was the post upsetting, the comments in support of the post were even more condemning and judgmental of this woman none of them knew. I can remember, all too well, when I would […]
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“I know you’re scared. Do it scared!” is a message I’ve been delivering through this show and through my writings. This week, I got an amazing email from a listener, Mindy, who took my words to heart and did something she had, previously, been too scared to do. She took the big jump, literally! Listen […]
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Christy Wright and I had a fun, insightful conversation about life’s demands and priorities, and how to find balance and peace amidst the chaos. She reminds us that “Life Balance” isn’t about making sure we spend the same amount of time on each of our activities. It is about priorities and learning to move with […]
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Helen Keller said “What I am looking for is not out there, it is in me.” Most of us look to the outside world to supply us with happiness. However, I believe that what we look for, we do so through a lens that is representative of what is inside us. If you look to […]
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For the last two months, I’ve been fighting a losing battle against fleas in my house. It was really starting to get under my skin and upset me. A friend of mine noticed and loved me enough to talk to me about resistence. The fleas were just the object of my resisting accepting that I […]
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Maimah Karmo was a 32-year-old single mother when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. During her treatment, many aspects of her personal and professional life fell apart. Rather than be a victim, Maimah chose to be the victor! She founded the Tigerlily Foundation and Bliss Magazine, has been a guest on the Oprah Winfree, and […]
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I got an email from a listener asking how to eliminate thoughts of jealousy. When someone gets promoted, gets a new car, or some other good thing happens, do you think “why them and not me?” We all struggle with this to varying degrees. The goal is to rejoice in the success of others. We […]
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When you are going into a potentially stressful situation, setting an intention within yourself for a desired outcome will have a very real impact on the likelihood of you getting that outcome. If you think it will go well and visualize it going well, there is a high likelihood of it going well. I had […]
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Statistically, you are either in the midst of a crisis, just coming out of a crisis, or headed into one! Inevitably, we all will face “bad” news at some point in our lives. How will you handle it? I know it’s impossible to know how you will handle it until it happens, but if you […]
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What would you do if you were not afraid? What would you try, who would you be, how would you express your personality, if you had no fear of failure or judgment? Fear holds so many of us back in so many different ways. We hold the key, though, and on the other side of […]
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Many people are talking about how 2015 is already half over and that you only have 6 months left. This is the wrong approach to motivation. Your life is just beginning and you can take your life anywhere you want to take it starting today! It’s OK to look back occasionally, but spend most of […]
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This episode includes an audio sample from the audiobook of “Worry No More!” It’s my introduction to the book and gives you some insight into my past. I was a worrier! I will always be prone to lapsing back into worrisome thought patterns, so I need to be, just as you need to be, on […]
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Confidence. What is it, how do we get it, and how does it apply to our work and person lives? I received an email from a listener asking me about how to have more confidence in the workplace. Education, degrees, training, and certifications cannot give you confidence. It must and can only come from within […]
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This weekend, in the USA, we celebrate Independence Day. In this episode, I encourage you to declare your own Independence Day from anything that is keeping you from living the life you want to live. Set yourself free from the bondage of worry, anxiety, fear, doubt, and limiting beliefs. Become independent from the thoughts and […]
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Today, your life is just beginning! So, welcome to the beginning of your life, the beginning of a journey to create the life you want instead of just accepting whatever life you get. In this session, I share the last chapter of my book “Worry No More!” and invite you to a wonderful party, a […]
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Step Four in my book “Worry No More! 4 Steps to Stop Worrying and Start Living” is the most important of the steps. There are 5 P’s that I encourage you to rest in: Perspective, Plan, Purpose, Perfection, and Peace. There’s a little “Paradox” thrown in too! Listen as I explain more: Listen on iTunes or Listen […]
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The vast majority of our thoughts each day are about the future or the past. In fact, we often spend so much time thinking about the past or the future that we forget that the only time that truly exists is right now! Learning how to be present in this moment and appreciate the gift […]
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A father wrote to ask me for advice about his daughter who is in a relationship that he believes is unhealthy or even dangerous to her. He asked “what can I do?” While I’m no parenting expert, I think there are some fundamental lessons for all parents in this episode. Listen as I explain more: Listen on […]
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Worry, anxiety, and other forms of stress affect our physical bodies. When someone is upset, you can see it in the way they look, how they move their body. Did you know that you can put yourself in a better mood, relieve stress and anxiety, by intentionally changing the way you move your body? Listen as […]
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Last week was a crazy week in which unforeseen events popped up and threw off my schedule. Have you had weeks like that? On a happy note, I got my newest book finished and partially published. I would love your support in the form of reading it and helping me promote it to the world! Listen […]
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People ask me how I can end each show by saying “I love you!” when I don’t even know you. I also get asked how is it possible to love everyone when some people are unlovable. The answer to both questions is rooted in the same foundational belief. Listen as I explain more: Listen on iTunes […]
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Human beings are hope shaped creatures, meaning our hope in the future shapes the life we live today, in the present. You have been invited to a party next week. What you believe about the party and how much fun you will have there will determine how you talk about it and how you prepare […]
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Bob Burg, international best selling author and highly sought speaker, and I had a great conversation about how basic principles apply both to business and life. Bob calls them “The Five Laws of Stratospheric Success” and he unpacks and applies each of them for us. Listen to this meaningful conversation: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download […]
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Dr. Jessica Higgins, Psychologist and Relationship Coach, and I have a fun, intimate conversation about the stages of intimacy in relationships. We talk about how most couples get stuck at Stage 2, the Power Struggle, and fail to create real, lasting intimacy with each other. She gives great advice to all of us about how […]
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I used to throw away pennies because saw them as worthless. It was indicative of how I felt about myself and my life. Through intentionally exercising my “gratitude muscle,” my entire mindset has shifted from scarcity to abundance. I discovered that happy people are not the ones with much to be thankful for, it is […]
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Don’t pray for an easy life. Pray for the strength to endure a difficult one. As you get stronger, emotionally, mentally, spiritually, the hard times will continue to you come, but you will be stronger and more able to endure them. A 50lb weight will always weigh 50lbs, but as you get stronger, it will […]
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Are you stuck in Groundhog day? Do you do the same things, eat the same food, wear the same clothes, watch the same TV shows week after week? Yet, somehow, you long for more in your life and you know that you are capable living a more vibrant exciting life? Why, then, do we so […]
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How do you soar with eagles when you work with turkeys? An email from a listener prompted this topic. So often, we give 100% and try to do our work to the best of our abilities, yet those we work with do just enough to get by and do not take great pride in their […]
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In this episode, Alex Theis interviews me for his Limitless podcast! I talk about my life, how I came from a life of negativity, pessimism, and many setbacks, to creating a life of happiness, optimism and a “limitless” mindset. Listen as Alex and I have a fun conversation about me! Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download […]
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Your self-talk is the largest determining factor for your success in any area of life! How you talk to yourself is a reflection of your beliefs about yourself and influences your behaviors. Are you judgmental, harsh, critical, self-deprecating? or are you accepting, loving, kind, supportive, encouraging? Most of us would not have any friends if […]
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Take mini-vacations. Unplug, set aside the stresses of life and find or create “flow” moments. Life is beautiful; you just need to take the time to notice. You are beautiful and lovable! If nobody else notices, take the time to notice for yourself! Listen as I explain more: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this episode here: […]
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I want to you to stop chasing things. Stop thinking that the things you want in life–relationships, money, health, etc.–are trying to elude you, so you must be in hot pursuit of them. That is lack and scarcity thinking. Develop an inner trust and self-confidence that attracts these things into your life! Listen as I explain more: […]
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Svava Brooks has an amazing personal testimony of taking her power back. She is a survivor and thriver who experienced sexual, physical, and emotional trauma as a child and young teen. Her journey of recovery, healing and living a beautiful, powerful life is truly inspirational. She has dedicated her life to helping others with similar backgrounds make […]
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All you really need to do to have a fun, happy life, is to start doing more things that bring fun and happiness into your life! It’s that simple. It is so easy to get stuck in the rut of working, raising kids, etc, that we forget to have fun. At the end of our […]
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“H.O.P.E. = Hold On Pain Ends!” was the title of the message I delivered to the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life Survivors’ Banquet on May 2, 2015! For those battling cancer, or other significant health issues, hope is an essential part of their treatment plan. Without hope, there is no point in trying to […]
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Today is May 1st – May Day! May Day is a celebration of Spring, of renewal, growth, and abundance! The hard, cold, dark days of winter are over, the seeds have been planted and it is time to celebrate the abundance and joy of simply living. In contrast, the word “mayday” means there is a […]
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The Champion you want to be tomorrow is created by the training you do TODAY! Most of us want tomorrow to be better, in some way, than today is. Yet, we don’t take intentional steps, today, to make tomorrow better. We get stuck in pattern of doing the same thing today that we did yesterday, […]
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The Century edition of this show has arrived. I’ve produced 100 shows and am very proud of the content and guest I have shared with the world. However, I’m even more excited about the future of the LIAM show and the lives it will change. Listen as I explain more: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download […]
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Leadership is not the same as management. Management is making sure people do what they are supposed to do. Leadership is about casting vision, coaching, supporting, nurturing, your team. Leadership is about setting a standard and personal example. Leadership is about being what you want to see in other people. Listen as I explain more: […]
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Do you have a set of core values that guide your thoughts and behaviors? You should! It is better to know who you are than to know where you are going! Your Core Values are the rudder by which you steer your life. They let you know when you are on or off course. Listen as […]
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On April 20, 2015, I scratched an item off my bucket list–I ran the Boston Marathon! I’ve run many marathons in my life, but this was, by far, the best marathon experience I have ever had. It represented many dreams manifested and many obstacles overcome–both physical and mental. Listen as I explain more: Listen on iTunes […]
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I am Boston bound and living the dream! Ever since I ran my first marathon back in 2006, I have dreamed about running the Boston Marathon. I haven’t just dreamed, though. I have visualized, practiced in my mind, and have trained for it. We have the ability to make our dreams come true, but you […]
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You don’t need to be perfect to inspire people! You just need to be you. Tell your story, your struggles, your failures with an open, honest heart, and with the intention of giving your story to the world as a gift. Someone is meant to hear your story and use it change their own life. […]
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When the storms of life come in wave after wave after wave, it’s so easy to just stop fighting for your dreams. However, you will never get the life you really want by settling for whatever life gives you. I want you to engage with life again, to get back in the game, to start […]
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It does not matter who signs your paycheck, everyone is self employed! This is the most important concept for you to learn and embrace for every area of your life–not just professional. In every interaction with other people, in person or online, you are marketing your brand. Your employer is not your employer, it is your […]
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I want you to live a premeditated life! Premeditated living is simple living a life and taking action based on having thought about what you want to achieve, what the desired outcome is for every action, interaction, decision. I want you to happen to your life instead of letting life happen to you. When you […]
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The thoughts, images, and feelings you focus on just before you go to sleep at night are what your subconscious mind focuses on while you sleep. Your last thoughts of the day are the most important thoughts of the day because your mind dwells on them for the next 6 to 8 hours. I think […]
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Your résumé or your eulogy: which is more important? I love speaking to groups about Professional Development–how to interview, presentation skills, career advancement, etc. However, all Professional Development is actually a byproduct of Personal Development! In Professional Development, your resume is very important. In life, your eulogy–what people will say about you at your funeral–is […]
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One year ago, April 7, 2014, I went into the hospital for a “routine” Prostate cancer surgery. There were complications. For the next few months, my life was very than it had been prior to surgery. I had no idea what the future held for my health, my family, or my career. I never would […]
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Quick Coaching Tip (QCT): You CAN control your thoughts! This may sound obvious to you, but I encounter people, every day, who say things like “I can’t stop worrying about…” or “I can’t stop thinking about…” I understand being stuck in all-consuming, negative thoughts. However, this is exactly the time we need to be reminded […]
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“Victorious warriors win first, then go to war.” – Sun-tzu. Victorious living starts with seeing yourself as already victorious before you actually are. A life lived in pursuit of a clear vision is a life that is not easily defeated or blown off course by circumstances. This is the life I want for you. I […]
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Quick Coaching Tip (QCT): I recorded this on April 1st, which is the beginning of the 2nd quarter of the year, which means 25% of 2015 is already gone. What have you done and what are you going to do to make this the best, most successful year of your life? Hoping and occasional action […]
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Tom Ziglar is the son of the legendary Zig Ziglar, who is estimated to have influenced over 250 million people during his lifetime. Tom spent 45 minutes talking with me about his dad and the legacy of Zig Ziglar. The the on-going work of Tom and the Ziglar team, Zig’s influence is spreading farther and […]
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Bill Cortright is the author of The NEW Stress-Response Diet and Lifestyle Program, a highly sought-after speaker, trainer, and a seven-time bodybuilding champion. He was significantly overweight as a child and young adult, and was diagnosed with diabetes at 21 years old. He embarked on a life-long mission to discover WHY his body was storing fat […]
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Quick Coaching Tip (QCT): Hope is a good thing and sounds great in speeches, but it is not an actionable plan for success. Many of us hope our lives will get better–better finances, relationships, health, etc.–but we do not take the actions necessary to bring about the changes we want. If you keep doing what […]
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In this episode, I talk about how a missed connection in Chicago forced me to spend a night in a hotel, which led me to doing a not-so-random act of kindness, which produced a completely unexpected result–the Butterfly Effect. This story illustrates how we should always have an open mind to the events in our […]
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Quick Coaching Tip (QCT): Watch your language! Do you say things like “my pants ripped” or “I wanted to ask you a question” or “my boss made me so angry”? If so, this shows a passive, victim mentality. A better way to say these is “I ripped my pants” or “I want to ask you […]
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“The truth doesn’t need me to believe it. The truth simply is, and it survives—believe it or not.” – Don Miguel Ruiz. This is a profound truth that we all need to understand and adopt into our lives. Truth does not jump up and down and beg “please believe me!” Truth is secure, confident, and […]
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Quick Coaching Tip (QCT): The Solutions Focus is a great tool to keep in your mental tool bag! Instead of focusing on the problems and what you don’t want, focus on solutions, what is working, and what you want more of. When rating something on a scale of 1 to 10, whatever the number is, […]
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Kent Julian learned to apply the formula “Event + Response = Outcome” (E+R=O) to his entire life and it has opened doors for him that he never foresaw. Kent is a gifted, highly sought-after, speaker and coach who teaches teens, young adults, and professionals how to reach their fullest potential by applying this simple formula […]
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Relationship breakups can be very difficult to overcome because rejection is one of the most painful feelings we can experience. However, the rejection we feel is all based on a story we tell ourselves about why it happened. Change the story, change your perspective, change your feelings. Listen as I propose there is no rejection, […]
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Quick Coaching Tip (QCT): Add “Yet” To Your Negative Self-Talk. This is the first of what will be my Quick Coaching Tip (QCT) episodes. A great way to help your negative self-talk, phrases like “I can’t,” is to add the word “yet” to the end of it. It becomes “I can’t, yet,” which gives you […]
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At 36 years old with a 3 month old daughter, Heather Von St. James was diagnosed with Mesothelioma and given about 15 months to live. Now, 9 years, later, Heather is on a mission to education people about Mesothelioma and to deliver hope while celebrating every day she is alive. Listen to her amazing, inspiring story: Listen […]
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A philosopher is, literally, a lover of wisdom. Are you a philosopher? Do you love wisdom? Do you seek wisdom like a parent would seek a lost child? I hope so! Listen as I talk about why it is so important love our human ability to think, to rationalize, and to be aware that our thoughts […]
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Chris LoCurto is a business and life coach who has changed the lives of many people, and the success of many businesses, with his wisdom and consistent message of hope and personal accountability. Listen as Chris and I have a conversation about the victim mentality and finding the true source of our self-worth: Listen on iTunes […]
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Many people, with good intentions, think they should give all they have in the service of others. They think taking time away to do something fun, relaxing, for personal development just for them, is an act of selfishness. Self-care is NOT selfish! Listen as I explain how taking care of yourself is, actually, the most […]
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What comes out of you when you get squeezed? When a squeeze an orange, orange juice comes out because that’s what’s inside. Stressful situations do not bring out the worst in us, they just reveal what is in us. Listen as I talk about this metaphor and use two real-life examples of how two beautiful […]
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Are you a worrier? You’re not alone! Most of us spend huge amounts of mental energy worrying about about what will probably never happen or over which we have no control. In this show, I give you 4 steps to help you stop worrying. Listen as I describe how I used these steps to change […]
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Many people ask me if I can make a book recommendation to help in their personal development. My answer is “Yes, read books. That will help in your personal development!” Sadly, most adults spend 15-20 hours per week watching TV when they could be reading an exciting novel or a book that will teach them […]
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Tim Fargo, successful entrepreneur and author of Alphabet Success, is my guest today. His early ambition was simply to get a union job on a loading dock. He did much better than that! He paved his road to success with old-fashioned determination, hard work, and an unwillingness to let failure and setbacks define him. Listen to […]
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You are “Response-Able”! You have the ability to choose any response to any event. Are you choosing responses that leave you as the victim, or are you choose responses that are useful, beneficial to you and your setting, and move you forward in a positive way? The choice is yours, whether you think so or […]
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I just returned from 7 days in the Caribbean where I was the guest speaker and Life Coach for the Run For Fun Cruise. This was my first cruise and my first time to the Caribbean. It was a special event for me and for my boys for several reasons. Listen as I talk about the […]
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Steven Webb and I met online when he wrote a review of my book. His review is titled: “I’m paralysed, why read a book about marathon running?” Steven broke his neck in a swimming accident when he was 19 and has been paralyzed since then. Steven reminds us that we are much more than our bodies […]
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In this “Ask Bruce” Q&A session, I share a personal victory from one of our LIAM Life Coaching Community members and answer 3 questions about how to deal with toxic relationships, work through Step 1 of the Life Plan, and how to approach a senior-level manager about a job opening. I think there’s something in […]
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Dr. Steve Maraboli joins me for a powerful repeat performance. Steve is a life-changing speaker, bestselling author, and Behavioral Science academic who has an amazing gift for bluntly telling it like it is, yet filling you with his love, compassion, and desire to see you release your greatest self. Listen to this moving conversation: Listen […]
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The life you rehearse the most will be the life you live! Most of us want to live amazing lives filled with success, happiness, and love. However, most of us rehearse–in our thoughts, words, and actions–the very life we do not want to live! Listen as I talk about rehearsing the life of your dreams! […]
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I meet so many people who are living in prison. It’s a prison of their own making. It’s the prison of perfectionism. Listen as I talk about the prison, how we put ourselves in it, and how to set yourself free: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this episode here: Show Outline: In my coaching practice, there’s […]
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People ask me why I chose “Life Is A Marathon” as my life’s motto. It’s comes from my interpretation of the Bible verse “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses… let us run with endurance the race that is set before us!” (Hebrews 12:1) The problem is what we believe […]
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Your ability to have quality relationships is dependent upon your ability to communicate with people in the ways that work best for each person. Everyone wants to feel loved, but everyone feels loved in different ways. Learning the love languages, or dialects, of the people close to you will complete transform your relationships with them. […]
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I am confident. I am secure in who I am. I am thrilled that you are using affirmations to support your personal growth! These are examples of how you can use affirmations for abundant living. Too often, our words and thoughts are negative and counter-productive. I’m here to help you change that. Listen as I […]
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Step 6 in creating your Life Plan is where all the magic happens, but it is the step most people skip: doing the actual work, working the plan to make your dreams come true! For a long list of reasons, many people will do all of the preparatory work, creating a life plan in great detail, […]
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David Brown is the Chief Advancement Officer at The Forsyth Institute, a 100-year-old pioneer in dental and oral health. Listen as David and I have a fun, fast-paced conversation about how he transitioned from a career in Television to joining Forsyth. We also talk about the Boston Marathon and how the ForsythKids program provides free dental […]
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Step 5 in creating your Life Plan is bringing all of the work from the previous steps and putting them together to create your actionable Life Plan. Listen as I walk you through Step 5 of your Life Plan: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this episode here: Show Outline: This is where it all comes […]
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Step 4 in creating your Life Plan is to honestly evaluate where you are now in comparison to your ideal wish for each spoke in the Wheel of Life. Once you know where you are, you can take specific action to move one step closer to the life of your dreams! Listen as I walk […]
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Mary McManus contracted paralytic polio in 1959 at the age of 5, suffered domestic violence and abuse to age 17. And that’s just the beginning of Mary’s story. Listen to us have an amazing conversation about the course of her life and her refusal to let circumstances define her. Life truly is a marathon, and Mary has […]
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Step 3 in creating your Life Plan is to understand that you are doing a complete LIFE plan, not just a career, personal, or family plan. Using Zig Ziglar’s “Wheel of Life” model, we look at the 7 areas of life and define our purpose statement and our ideal target for each area. Listen as […]
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Step 2 in creating your Life Plan is to recognize that the best investments we can make during our lifetime is the investment in loving relationships. A person may accumulate vast amounts of money and material possessions, but if he reaches the end of his life without friends and loved ones around him, he dies a […]
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Step 1 in creating your Life Plan is to start dreaming again. As adults, we still have the ability to dream; most of us, however, have simply stopped doing it! If you want to live the life of your dreams, you need to dream about your life! Listen as I walk you through the first of […]
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Are you a person who does your work, whatever it is, to the best of your ability? Your work is a reflection of who you are and it says more about how you think of yourself than it does the work you are performing. This is another Personal Branding episode in which I stress the importance […]
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I included the book Clarity by Jamie Smart in my list of the most influential books I read in 2014. After you hear this conversation between the two of us, you’ll understand, with remarkable clarity, why you must read this book, too! This episode, and his book, will change your life in significant ways. Please listen […]
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I am very excited to announce that on January 1, 2015, I launched the LIAM Team Life Coaching site. This is an online, members only, community committed to helping you be the best version of you! Getting great life coaching is the fastest way for you to let go of limiting beliefs, discover your inner greatness, […]
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2014 was a year of great personal growth for me. The greatest factor for my growth was my desire to grow through reading books and exposing myself to new ideas. In this episode, I tell you about some of my favorite books from my 2014 reading list. These books could change your life, too! Please […]
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What you are becoming is more important than what you are doing. Doing is usually just mechanical. Becoming is personal and spiritual. In this episode, I talk about making changes in our lives to move forward in our personal growth. Change is scary because it creates uncertainty, so I also address some very helpful ways […]
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! I hope that you are able to rejoice and celebrate the holidays in whatever ways your tradition embraces. One of the things I do this time each year is write a letter to God. This is a letter that will never be sent to or read by anyone else. It […]
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If you have a goal and are saying to yourself “I’ll be happy when I reach this goal,” that is a formula for disappointment. The “I’ll be happy when” trap snags so many people and leaves them unfulfilled. A true feeling of happiness, satisfaction, fulfillment, success, etc, can only come from within you. It can […]
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Remove yourself from the darkness and step into the light! This is sort of followup to something Jaime Primak Sullivan said in Session 41 about her personal journey. If darkness is winning the battle, it’s because the light is not doing its job. Listen as I unfold this topic about being a light to our […]
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Jaime Primak Sullivan, is the Creative Producer and Star of Bravo TV’s show “Jersey Belle” and host of the Facebook and YouTube sensation, Keurig’s “Cawfeetawk.” She is one of the most influential forces in the entertainment industry today. Jaime spends almost an hour “tawking” with me about life and lessons learned along the way. Jaime is […]
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This is a Q&A Session in which I answer questions about my personal goals for 2015, my personal purpose and mission statements, and the difference between coaching and mentoring. Listen as I give you a glimpse into the life of Bruce! 🙂 Listen to/download this episode here: Show outline: Here we are at Session 40! It’s […]
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It’s good to have dreams, hopes and wishes for your future, but it’s better have goals. Many people think they have goals for their lives because they have an idea of what they want to accomplish, but they don’t when they will achieve it or exactly what steps they need to take to carry it out. […]
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Better begins with you! Whatever the “better” is that you want in or for your life, it is up to you to create it. If you want to be better, you must think better, act better, and do better! Listen to/download this episode here: Show outline: I’m recording this while I’m out in Denver on a […]
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I hope you take the emotional risks and dance this beautiful dance of life! We all get hurt, some more so than others, by others in life. Don’t let that stop you. Get up, brush yourself off, love and value yourself enough to get back in the dance. You only hurt yourself and miss many […]
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Practicing immediate forgiveness is an essential part of your personal branding! While that may not make sense, at first glance, you’ll learn that it makes perfect sense. In order to be the best version of you you can possibly be requires that all of your energy be focused on growing and creating happy, positive experiences […]
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Forgiveness is essential to living a peaceful life. When you hold on to unforgiveness, not only is it a poison you are voluntarily drinking every time you link of it, it is holding you in a type of prison in which you are the only prisoner! Forgiveness is for you! It is not the same as […]
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The holidays can be hard, lonely days for some people. I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving Day with your family and friends. However, I realize that some of you are lonely, don’t have family or friends, or are going through a hard time in your life. First, let me say I’m sorry for the […]
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Happy Thanksgiving! Feeling and expressing gratitude should not be reserved for a single day once a year. It should be an integral part of who you are, something that oozes out of your DNA without you being consciously aware of it. Being a thankful person will also make you more successful in every area of […]
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Creating a morning routine as a habit of personal growth and develop could be the miracle you need. I know that developing and practicing my morning routine every morning over the past few years has completely changed my life and I attribute much of my success to this habit. But don’t take my word for […]
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A gift is not a gift if you expect ANYTHING in return! Have you ever given a gift and gotten your feelings hurt because you didn’t get a “thank you” in return? If so, it wasn’t a gift. Gifting should, ultimately, be a selfish thing. You should give only with the goal of pleasing yourself having […]
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Finding joy in the journey of life is about being happy in the becoming! We only run a marathon one step at a time. We only live life one moment at a time. As Annie Dillard said: “how we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.” Doing your best is about […]
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A Perspective on Victory! I ran the Richmond Marathon on November 15, 2014. It did not go exactly as I planned, but I made some significant, mid-course mindset adjustments, shifted from victim to victor, and turned failure into victory! Listen as I talk you through the marathon, both literally and metaphorically. Show outline: THANK YOU! […]
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Do not make Assumptions! An assumption is when we don’t know the answer to something, so we formulate an answer in our mind. Making assumptions and taking things personally account for the overwhelming majority of suffering and drama we experience in our lives. In this episode, I continue the teachings from the book, The Four […]
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Do not take ANYTHING personally! The core of taking things personally is actually selfishness, self-centeredness, thinking it is all about me. Whatever anyone else does, thinks, or says to you has nothing to do with you–it is all about them! The best teaching on this subject comes from the book, The Four Agreements, by Don […]
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In this episode, I introduce you to Bruce 5.1. Yes, it was my birthday and I turned 51! I don’t think of it as getting another year older. I think of it as adding some new features, making a few improvements, and removing some outdated and unnecessary things from my life–just like installing an upgraded version […]
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In this episode, I have a conversation with Katie Mehnert about how life has truly been a marathon for her. She is a fellow marathon runner and cancer survivor and has fought many other battles to arrive at this point of her life. You will be inspired by Katie’s message of determination to succeed. Quotes […]
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In this episode, I have a conversation with Rory Vaden about life, doing the things that matter most for tomorrow–not just doing what is urgent today. He shares valuable insights from his new book “Procrastinate On Purpose,” as well as his best seller “Take The Stairs.” You will very much enjoy and value what Rory […]
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In this episode, I talk about how we tend to get more of what we focus on. Therefore, we should focus on solutions, not problems; on what is working, not on what is not. I introduce you to The Solutions Focus by Paul Jackson & Mark McKergow. Show Outline: The Law of Expansion – what you […]
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In this episode, I talk about the importance of living intentionally, and exactly what that means. An intention is an aim, a plan, a desired outcome. You should have intentions for every area of your life and take the actions necessary to fulfill that intention. If you are not living intentionally, you are just wondering […]
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In this episode, I have an amazingly honest, energetic conversation with Dr. Steve Maraboli. Steve talks with me about his personal journey to discover his calling. He has dedicated his life to helping people break out of victim thinking and to craft an “agreement with reality” that moves you forward to a positive future. There […]
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In this episode, I talk about the importance of looking back through your life to examine all of the miracles that have happened in your life. By looking at what you have come through, you will find strength and encouragement to face current and future obstacles. Do you believe in miracles? You should because you […]
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In this episode, I talk about how Happiness is directly linked to Thankfulness. If you want to be happier in life, you must learn how to feel and express gratitude for the way your life is right now. As you express thankfulness, you are focusing on what you want more of, instead of the problems […]
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In this episode, I answer questions from listeners while driving my car through the beautiful mountains of Virginia. I speak about being color-blind, my experience with Prostate Cancer, and a few of the projects I’m working on. Thanks for jumping in the car and riding along with me! I love doing these Q & A […]
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In this episode, I talk about how we control the outcomes in our lives by controlling our responses to events. The formula E+R=O shows us that, if we don’t like the way a certain event has affected us (the outcome), we can change that by changing the way we respond that event. Show outline: Most […]
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In this episode, I speak with Nikki Schmutz about her dramatic journey from darkness to light. Nikki suffered traumatic abuse at the age of 10 and kept it hidden from the world until she was 17. Her journey of healing and rebuilding her life is a story that everyone needs to hear and share with others […]
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This episode is a continuation of Episode 14, in which I talk about the importance of your emotional bank account. This episode breaks down some practical steps for making deposits to build up your self-esteem and confidence, which will overflow into every aspect of your life. Quotes from the show: Love is the bridge between […]
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In this episode, I talk about the importance of building up your emotional bank account to allow you to fully engage, with confidence and enthusiasm, in the “game” of life. The reality is when you start winning, you tend to win more often. When you become “rich” in your emotional bank account, having a high self-esteem […]
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In this episode, I talk about how your attitude is the key to success in every area of life–professional, personal, and social. Your attitude, how you show up and the energy you bring to every situation, will open or close doors of opportunities. A positive attitude will not, necessarily, enable you to do everything, but it […]
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In this episode, I tell you that you are a world-changer! You may not think you are, but you absolutely are. Every day, in every way you interact with people and the world around you, you are sending out messages and energy into the universe that, through the phenomenon of the Butterfly Effect, change the […]
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In this episode of the Life Is A Marathon show, I talk about how a missed connection in Chicago forced me to spend a night in a hotel, which led me to doing a not-so-random act of kindness, which produced a completely unexpected result–the Butterfly Effect. This story illustrates how we should always have an open […]
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In this episode of the Life Is A Marathon show, I talk about how every thought, word, decision, action, is a form of training. You are constantly conditioning your mind and body to do the very same thing. Set the intention of training for success instead of mediocrity or failure. Quotes from the show: No matter […]
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In Episode #9 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I speak with Jen McDonough, aka The Iron Jen, about the major adversities she has faced in her life and how she has leveraged those adversities to discover her potential. Jen’s story is amazing, but she shares, with complete sincerity, that she sees herself a […]
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In Episode #8 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I speak about the importance of setting yourself up for victory and of learning more from your successes than from your failures. Far too often, through the way we think and speak, we project the opposite outcome we actually want. We say and think more […]
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In Episode #7 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I share a conversation with Adam Crawford in which we talk about the death of their daughter, Layla Chandler Crawford. Adam and his wife are still working through the pain and questions inherent in this trauma, but they are making many healthy decisions to move forward, continue […]
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In Episode #6 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I urge you to stop thinking that multitasking is a good thing. It’s not! I talk about the benefits, personally and professionally, of practicing the art of being present–giving your undivided attention to people. This another “personal branding” episode designed to help you build a life–your […]
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In Episode #5 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I explore a personal branding topic: Everyone is Self-Employed. It doesn’t matter who signs your paycheck or what you do, you must do it with the attitude/mindset that you are self-employed, that you represent the most important brand in the world: YOU! Having the mindset of […]
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In Episode #4 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I explore the idea that we really do not decide our futures. Rather, we decide our habits, and our habits determine our futures. If we want to change who and what we are, we must change our habits. If we want excellence, we must develop habits […]
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In Episode #3 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I review the book “Man’s Search for Meaning” by Viktor Frankl, taking the main points and applying them to our current lives. We explore the hard question many of us face at times in our lives: “What do we do when life doesn’t go as […]
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In Episode #2 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I discuss the metaphor of being at the starting line of something new–it could be a race, a life change, starting a new business, taking classes to improve yourself–whatever it is, starting lines are exciting, but scary places. I talk about some of the reasons many […]
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In Episode #1 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I introduce myself, give a bit of my background and talk about why I’m doing a podcast and what you can expect from it. I am so excited about starting the Life is a Marathon podcast. I’ve spent the last several months thinking, planning, and preparing […]
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