Living Inside-Out Today: Recent Episodes
Joi Ross
Society often conditions us to have an outside-in approach to life, seeking external achievements and acquisitions (money, education, marriage, etc.) as a roadmap to happiness and fulfillment. The exact opposite is true!
Concluding our series on the role of spirituality in business, guest Nyckki Cervantes clears up a few myths about God, walks us through her journey of detaching and pausing to get wisdom and clarity and what she learned about God during that process, and shares practical every-day things she does to bring spiritual awareness into her business and life. You won't want to miss this episode! I also announce that Living Inside-Out Today is going on a brief pause ... to prepare for the launch of Living Inside-Out Today TV!!! Our new TV series launches this spring. Follow me on Facebook or Instagram (Joi Ross Consulting) where I'll be announcing more details as we get closer to the launch. Also, I'm still doing my live Soul2Soul weekly series on Facebook, each Wednesday at 1pCentral. Join the conversation there!
We continue our series with Christian Business Owners, Coaches, Therapists having conversations about who God is (to them), and how their spirituality affects how they do business. Our guest this week, therapist Kijuana Boulrece, shares practical steps in her journey to develop a deeply personal, intimate relationship with God -- including the benefits of that relationship. You'll want to listen to this revealing conversation.
Continuing our series, this week we explore what's available to us when we tap into our spiritual power as we conduct business. If you're feeling tired of trying and striving to reach your business and career goals, and you're ready to go from striving to thriving, this episode (and in fact, this whole series) is for you. Join me and my guest, Dr Denise Nicholson, as we discuss the realities of ease and flow that come from shifting the focus off of doing and onto trusting.
Continuing our special series on the role of spirituality in business, today we dive into conversation with CEO of Real Truth International, RaShawn Renee. We explore questions like, Who is God to you and how does that relationship affect/influence your business and work life? What are the benefits? What are the challenges? And WHY does it even matter?
Should faith and business be separate? Does compartmentalizing our lives really work? Tune in as we discuss these and other questions. In this special multi-week series, we bring Christian CEOs and business leaders who are doing big, bold things in the world on the show to discuss the role that faith/spirituality has played in their career and how their relationship with God has benefited their business. Regardless of where you are in your spiritual journey, or whether you believe at all, you won't want to miss this series!
In this episode, Master Results Coach Sean Smith and I explore many topics including the effects of unmet expectations; vertical vs horizontal growth; the connection between our identity and our emotional triggers, and the often hidden truth about our triggers.
In this episode, Master Coach and Certified Transformational Trainer Michelle Moore discusses her journey of going from an achievement-based, goal-based, people-pleasing based way of life (and the problems that caused, although she was an award-winning sales leader), to a life of freedom, joy, and peace. The steps she took, and the importance of learning to source what we need internally, are also explored.
In this episode, Licensed Therapist Kijuana Boulrece discusses the power of thoughts and words, how to build new thought pathways in our brains, and why affirmations are not as effective as we may think. She shares simple, yet powerful micro actions and shifts to boost our mood and decrease depression and anxiety.
In this episode, Licensed Therapist Kijuana Boulrece discusses the power of thoughts and words, how to build new thought pathways in our brains, and why affirmations are not as effective as we may think. She shares simple, yet powerful micro actions and shifts to boost our mood and decrease depression and anxiety.
In this episode, we explore the often hidden faces and types of grief, ways to navigate, and how to experience joy and gratitude even in the most challenging circumstances. Certified Grief Coach, Diane Burton, shares her personal transformation journey as we discuss the importance of detaching from old identities that no longer fit (and perhaps never did), and the steps she took. She shares some of the revelations in her book, The Master's Masterpiece.
We continue our conversation with Master Coach Sean Smith this week! In his masterful way of breaking down complex ideas into clear terms, Sean shares his own journey of navigating expectations and emotions. We explore common myths surrounding feelings and our responses to them. Sean offers strategies and steps to help us become more in tuned with our TRUE identity, while shedding the (often hidden) baggage and weights we carry. He invites us on a journey of UNBECOMING ... that leads to lasting fulfillment, freedom and joy.
In this episode, Master Coach and Certified Transformational Trainer Michelle Moore discusses her journey of going from an achievement-based, goal-based, people-pleasing based way of life (and the problems that caused, although she was an award-winning sales leader), to a life of freedom, joy, and peace. The steps she took, and the importance of learning to source what we need internally, are also explored.
In this episode, Master Results Coach and Neuro-Transformational Guru Sean Smith, shares deeply rooted wisdom on the things that often keep us from moving forward and experiencing what we truly desire in life. He breaks down the science behind why we do what we do in simple terms, with action steps we can all begin implementing immediately to break old patterns. We also explore Sean's revelation and his personal transformation journey with respect to why we haven't been able to heal racial divides. He shares from his TEDx talk, Dear Racism: A Break-up Letter from a White Man, the profound life lessons he's learned and what we can all do to unite, heal the divides, and win this battle.
In this episode, you'll walk away with many simple action steps you can begin taking in your journey to live a life of joy, fulfillment, and freedom. Learn ways to shift your daily perspective and incorporate simple practices to help you get more in tune with your spirituality and break free from false one-size-fits-all prescriptions for living.
If you're wanting to MOVE FORWARD and have more JOY in your life, register for my FREE Masterclass: “Feeling Stuck? Let’s Identify & Remove What’s Blocking Your Freedom, Fulfillment & Joy” When: Nov 22, 2022 01:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Advance Registration Required: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpduqppz4qHdScI3RkntvOETePK9R-XjEf
In this episode, you'll walk away with many simple action steps you can begin taking in your journey to live a life of joy, fulfillment, and freedom. Learn ways to shift your daily perspective and incorporate simple practices to help you get more in tune with your spirituality and break free from false one-size-fits-all prescriptions for living.
If you're wanting to MOVE FORWARD and have more JOY in your life, register for my FREE Masterclass: “Feeling Stuck? Let’s Identify & Remove What’s Blocking Your Freedom, Fulfillment & Joy” When: Nov 22, 2022 01:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Advance Registration Required: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpduqppz4qHdScI3RkntvOETePK9R-XjEf
In this episode, my friend Ame-Lia Tamburrini returns to the show with a special announcement about a new endeavor we are co-creating! We discuss what's bringing us JOY, the power of letting go, and the hidden things that block our freedom and fulfillment.
I announce my upcoming FREE Masterclass: Identifying & Removing What's Blocking Your Freedom, Fulfillment & Joy November 22, 2022, 1pCST.
Advance Registration Required: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpduqppz4qHdScI3RkntvOETePK9R-XjEf
In this episode, Peak Performance Coach Jamal Vallair shares powerful tips and micro steps to leverage our brains for peak performance. We discuss emotional intelligence, and how authenticity, empathy, and serving others has helped elevate his personal and professional life -- and more importantly, how it can help YOU. Jamal provides many practical steps we all can take, regardless of where we are in our life journey, to get to the next level.
In this episode, Master Results Coach and Neuro-Transformational Guru Sean Smith, shares deeply rooted wisdom on the things that often keep us from moving forward and experiencing what we truly desire in life. He breaks down the science behind why we do what we do in simple terms, with action steps we can all begin implementing immediately to break old patterns. We also explore Sean's revelation and his personal transformation journey with respect to why we haven't been able to heal racial divides. He shares from his TEDx talk, Dear Racism: A Break-up Letter from a White Man, the profound life lessons he's learned and what we can all do to unite, heal the divides, and win this battle.
In this episode, guests share their personal stories of transformation and their journeys from feeling unfulfilled, to living lives of passion, fulfillment, purpose and service. Both are CEOs and, although their individual journeys are different, there are clearly common themes in the courageous steps they took to reflect, reset, and reinvent themselves. By looking inward, trusting that little voice inside (the voice of God), looking past the things they couldn't change but laser focusing on the things they could change and the person they knew they wanted to be, both women's journeys led to lives that are bigger, more impactful, more fulfilling than they even knew was possible. They share simple steps they took and encourage all of us that if they did it, so can we!
In this week's episode, guest Kacy Singh shares her transformational journey and simple tips for living a life of curiosity, freedom, and purpose. And how she broke free from depression and started experiencing true joy and peace.
In this episode, we finish the Becoming Dynamic series with a lively conversation with Dr. Denise Nicholson, CEO, TEDx speaker, Best-selling author, and so much more! You'll want to tune in for tips on how to overcome grief and depression; simple steps to go from self sabotage to self mastery; and micro actions you can begin taking RIGHT NOW to achieve your dreams and experience JOY, FREEDOM, and FULFILLMENT!
Continuing our Becoming Dynamic Series, this week's guest, Dr. Brandy Florence, shares her secrets to overcoming the daily challenges and stress of running a medical clinic and how, during the pandemic, she found herself struggling with depression and steps she took to overcome. Also, we discuss steps for setting yourself up for success daily, so that despite the day-to-day circumstances, you can thrive and bounce-back no matter what. Dr. Brandy shares her story in an honest, transparent, down-to-earth way.
This week's guest, best-selling author, entrepreneur and life coach shares her powerful story of resilience. From abandonment, abuse and addiction to self-love, freedom and empowerment. We discuss the steps she took, and also how to handle grief and anxiety.
Continuing our Becoming Dynamic series, in this episode our guest, Brenda Geary, shares her powerful journey of going from a high-level corporate executive to being brought to her knees by an unexpected health challenge. She shares how that gift wrapped in sandpaper turned out to be just what she needed, as she is now fulfilling her life's calling as a certified naturopathic healer. She shares specific tips we can take to discover our calling, what it means to truly be dynamic, and how to know when it's time to break up with your doctor.
In this episode, Terri Wade, Spiritual Business Coach and Co-Author of Int'l Best Selling Book, Becoming Dynamic: Stories of Women Rising to Greatness Despite Their Circumstances, shares her journey from despair, depression and low self-esteem on the inside (while smiling and achieving on the outside), to developing self love, finding the love of her life, and starting a successful business and movement to help women entrepreneurs go from head-centered to spirit-centered leadership.
In this episode, guest Ame-Lia Tamburinni, CEO of Hum Consulting and restorative justice facilitator, shares her journey from taking 1 step forward on a God inspired idea, to starting a revolution that has changed over 100 people's lives and led them on a journey of healing. We explore Kindness Circles, what they are, and how they've literally resulted in people getting more in tune with their core selves (the TRUE them); identifying and removing past mindsets and beliefs that have prevented them from living their best lives; and how this has sparked a movement! The power of 1 person making a decision to take action is spotlighted in this episode. We also explore specific steps listeners can take to experience change, and how YOU can start your own kindness revolution and facilitate breakthroughs in your own and other peoples' lives!
In this episode, our guest, Dr. Priscilla Akpaita, shares her journey from housewife and Mom, to divorced and turning her trials into triumph. She takes us through her personal transformation journey, including the steps she took to overcome self doubt. And, the simple steps she took (and YOU can take!) to begin generating extra income, just by knowing how to speak English! You won't want to miss this episode ... and if you know someone looking to make more $$, share this episode with them!
In this episode, guest Donele Wilkins, founder and director of Green Door Initiative, shares her story and how she went from broke and broken, a college dropout, with a calling and dream in her heart and a bunch of fear and questions ... to running a 7-figure nonprofit that's growing, providing jobs, changing lives, restoring and rebuilding Detroit and advocating for climate and environmental justice statewide and nationwide. We also explore the green economy and green sector jobs that are fast growing and how listeners can find opportunities locally.
In this episode, guests Abe and Suzette Lee, global leaders and ministry workers, discuss their experiences going from corporate leadership to global ministry leadership, the power of love and grace, and how to cultivate deeper spiritual connection. Abe also shares what he is doing locally to demonstrate the importance of tolerance and cultural diversity in Christian church settings.
Stellar award-winning gospel artist, Lonnie Hunter, shares the story behind his get it done! mindset/mantra and how it transformed his life. We discuss overcoming challenges (including the one I had this morning before the show!) and how the valley of the pandemic brought with it awesome opportunities that shifted his career. He shares simple steps he has taken, and steps you can take to thrive in life.
In this T.E.A. Time conversation, we unpack 3 major (often hidden) things that too often hold people back and keep them feeling stuck in the right now instead of moving forward into their next ...keeps them in the mediocre instead of living their best life and experiencing true love, freedom, joy, fulfillment. Tune in and learn how to begin changing things in your life today, by becoming more aware of Tolerations, Energy leaks, and Alignment. Learn what these are and steps you can start taking right now to begin living a more fulfilled, purposeful, abundant, joy-filled life.
In this episode, Neuro-Transformational Coach and Hypnotherapist, Danita Sanjous, reveals the main mental feedback loops that keep people from living their best lives; how to break free of them; and some practical tips/steps to set yourself up for daily success. She also shares her compelling story of how her subconscious was sabotaging her success, and the steps she took to break free.
In this episode, we share highlights of our interview with Andre Farr, CEO of the Black Sports Agents Association, focused on mindset, maintaining a sense of joy in the midst of challenging circumstances, overcoming barriers and obstacles, and the benefits of living based on a commitment to excellence and accountability. And, how showing up every day, learning every day, and doing our best every day, causes the universe to open doors and opportunities that we could never have dreamed of!
Guest Annabel Quintero shares her personal transformation story as a result of surviving one of the deadliest terrorist attacks on U.S. soil. We also explore many subjects including the state of education in America and the rights parents have as a result of the Every Student Succeeds Act; nonprofits providing needed support to Moms who choose to further their education; steps to remain grounded and focused during the midst of trauma; and more.
In this episode, we unpack myths and truths about a variety of topics including the criminal justice system in the U.S.; Imposter Syndrome -- what it is, why 95% of us have it, and how to reverse it. We also discuss practical steps to begin the process of reprogramming our brains -- a critical step toward living a truly authentic, happy life based on our authentic identity (vs living according to an identity that we accepted when we were young, because that's who society told us we were). This is a powerful discussion that will help anyone who has ever heard an internal voice telling you what you can't do or you're not enough ... or a voice that's whispered you were meant for more.
Guests Cherie Brooks and DeAndre Wiggins from Power52 Foundation share the impact their nonprofit is having and jobs they're creating for historically marginalized and underserved communities in the state of Maryland, and plans for national expansion. Co-founded by former NFL Superbowl Champion Ray Lewis, Power52 is fast becoming a national model of how to reframe jobs programs and social service, by serving the whole person. Guests share the importance of mindset, perspective, and how they navigate challenges while doing groundbreaking work that's fast becoming a national model of success.
In this episode, guest Bert Wright shares insight, experience, wisdom and simple steps toward creating a life of financial freedom and mindset mastery. We discuss myths and truths about finances, leadership and mindset, along with simple steps to create the life outcomes you desire.
This episode explores the mental blocks and social conditioning that sometimes prevents us from being comfortable with our TRUE identity because our TRUE selves can get buried underneath external expectations (which we internalize) regarding who we SHOULD be. This week's guest shares his personal journey from being bullied, feeling shame and fear, and hiding behind the white coat of being a pharmacist ... to discovering and walking in his purpose, becoming a speaker on international stages, and teaching others to find and embrace their true identity and use their voice to impact others. Simple steps we can all take to overcome limiting beliefs are also shared.
Has the world gone mad? Mass shootings, racial violence, emotional triggers leading to assault and violence, are all on the rise. What is going on? We explore this, with an eye toward practical steps each of us can take to reduce stress, anxiety, and get a handle on internal triggers. Our guest, Janelle Hill, psychiatric nurse practitioner and sexual abuse/trauma survivor explains how our thoughts and mindset are the FOUNDATION for everything ... and how, with a simple process, we can literally change our brains and experience freedom!
In this episode, guest Andre Farr shares his story of growing up in a marginalized community and overcoming the odds. From getting a football scholarship at UCLA, to becoming an agent and helping others win Superbowl championships and Olympic Gold medals, to becoming founder/Chair of the National Black Sports Agents' Association and CEO of other successful companies, Andre shares the importance of mindset, independent thinking, commitment to excellence, and playing the 'long game' in life. He shares simple steps we can all take daily to overcome challenges and thrive even in the midst of trials.
In this episode, hear Dr Nicholson's story from having been a teen Mom diagnosed with depression, to now being a PhD health professional and CEO of her own publishing company, devoting her life to helping women and teens turn their pain into purpose. Simple tips for keeping a focused, positive mindset; daily routines for emotional well being; and the importance of gratitude are explored.
Relationship expert and marriage coach, Jeanell Green, shares how she helps couples on the verge of divorce heal and restore the spark, connection, and intimacy needed to save their marriage. We discuss how childhood trauma led to her own divorce and personal transformation from the inside-out. She shares the steps she took that broke the chains of the past and opened the door to her present 15-year thriving marriage, and why her passion for helping other couples has led to a 99% success rate with couples who come to her for help. Listeners will learn simple, yet powerful tips they can begin using today, to uplevel their relationships and go from communicating to connecting. The important role of mindset and how we see ourselves (and the other person) is also discussed, with practical steps for shifting our perspective in order to have healthier interactions.
Stellar award-winning gospel artist, Lonnie Hunter, shares his personal transformation story and why the Pandemic was the best thing that happened to him! He shares the turning point, steps he took, and the story behind his get it done! mantra and the important role mindset plays in his daily life. And, steps listeners can take to thrive in life.
In this episode, guests share their personal stories of transformation and their journeys from feeling unfulfilled, to living lives of passion, fulfillment, purpose and service. Both are CEOs and, although their individual journeys are different, there are clearly common themes in the courageous steps they took to reflect, reset, and reinvent themselves. By looking inward, trusting that little voice inside (the voice of God), looking past the things they couldn't change but laser focusing on the things they could change and the person they knew they wanted to be, both women's journeys led to lives that are bigger, more impactful, more fulfilling than they even knew was possible. They share simple steps they took and encourage all of us that if they did it, so can we!
This week, we explore the impacts of cultural, racial and economic prejudice and trauma and how we're all affected in ways we may not be aware. We examine practical ways to identify our own trauma and change how we show up in the world and how we interact with other people. Specifically, we look at how to de-escalate heated conversations, how to be more aware of our own internal triggers and navigate around them, and how to BE the change we want to see in the world. We look at practical steps we can all take each day to be more kind, compassionate, true to the REAL us (not the traumatized version of us), and spread more love in the world. Imagine how society could be different if we each decided to make small changes?
We have all been conditioned by society, from a very early age, in ways that affect our view of who we are and how we show up in the world. Only through careful, intentional examination of this conditioning, and excavating the mindsets and beliefs that are not aligned with the TRUE us, can we fulfill our God-given purpose and experience true joy and freedom. This requires skills and tools that most of us are not taught in school. In this episode, we explore societal conditioning and how to move away from conditioning that's not aligned with who God created us to be, and instead move toward self love, fulfillment and authenticity. We also explore cultural and racial identity, and implications for inter-racial relationships, in this episode with RaShawn Renee, author of A Woman's Truth and power: 44 Hours & 21 Minutes.
A powerful discussion with renowned author, radio personality, change agent, exec leadership coach and biz owner, Lonnetta Albright. We explore common barriers and challenges to being an extraordinary leader -- and steps you can take to be an extraordinary YOU, whether you have a formal title of leader or not. How to navigate the landscape of emotional intelligence, mindset, and competing commitments, and why it's critical to pay attention to these internal factors in our journey to achieve external goals. Looking at the recent emotional outburst and the now famous slap that occurred at the Academy Award show, we examine the reality of being human -- spiritual beings having a physical experience in this journey that we call life; and the intersect between emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. And, especially for those of you who are starting or thinking about starting down an entrepreneurial path or owning your own business -- stick around for the last segment! We'll talk about the internal factors as biz owner that are a MUST for success -- things that are rarely talked about, because much of what we hear focuses on the external things like marketing or business plans, customer avatars, sales price, financial targets, etc. While all of those things are important, none of those things matter if you're not internally prepared for the journey. Regardless of where you are in your personal or professional journey, there's something in this episode for everyone.