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After feeling annoyed and disappointed with the curated and phony lives on instagram, Matti Gresham decided it was time to bring the realness back to media. On RITNB, you'll get the raw and honest, sometimes serious, mostly funny version of a range of topics including but not limited to relationship...

Health & Fitness

Matti calls her mentor Emily Jamieson, who also happens to be the woman who introduced her to her husband, Clint. They talk about how they met and how they met each other, their spouses and give tips on how knowing someone is the "one."

#12 The Mentor Sessions with Emily Jamieson

Matti answers questions from the listeners! She talks all about relationship advice, birth, anxiety and depression and more.

#11 Q&A With Matti

On this episode, Matti talks with her friend and photography client Angeline Guido of Angeline Guido Designs. We started getting on a roll so fast that we forgot to even introduce the podcast or Angeline, but hey we get there midway through the podcast.  Angeline tells a handful of stories about her son Smith's poop-scapades and hilarious mom fail moments of forgetting to pack her baby clothes after multiple blowouts. And that's just the beginning of the podcast. In the second half, Angeline tells us how she runs a business while having two kids and being a full time working mom.

#10- Poop-scapades with Angeline Guido

In this episode, Matti talks about her recent change in medicine and how it affected her mindset. She realizes she still has a ways to go in the judgments against herself about mental health and gets emotional talking about it. She talks about her first visit to a psychiatrist and how it was helpful.

#9 Why I Struggle Taking Medicine For Depression

In this episode, Matti talks about the embarrassing moment she shared on instagram of her ripping her pants in public while she was pregnant. Alyssa talks about the rhythms and things that her and her husband Jeff have put into place to help them stay healthy and thriving as a family and as a married couple. They also both talk about how they used to overthink what people thought of them and how they are overcoming it.

#8- Not Caring What People Think + Family and Marriage Rhythms and Tips with Alyssa Bethke

Real Is The New Black

Inspiration With Val is the podcast you've been waiting for!   Full of inspirational interviews from individuals ranging from successful entrepreneurs to actors and athletes to award winning authors, this podcast will leave you inspired and ready to take action.  Inspiration With Val discusses happi...

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One would never guess that Chris Ategeka, named last year as one of Forbes Magazine’s 30 under 30 social entrepreneurs, started life in a thatched hut with dirt walls in rural Uganda—and was in his teens before he owned his first pair of shoes. The eldest of five children, Chris Ategeka found himself orphaned at age 7 as Africa’s AIDS epidemic claimed the lives of both his parents. For the next few years, Chris struggled to balance schoolwork with the responsibilities of helping to care for himself and his younger siblings. A fortunate series of events allowed Ategeka to soon move be adopted by an American, and to later attend UC Berkeley, where he would earn a pair of degrees in mechanical engineering and study for a third. Chris founded a nonprofit company that is saving lives, one ride at a time.  Check out this episode to hear Chris talk about:
 
- His experiences as a child living in Uganda
- How difficult it was trying to get an education
- Being one of Forbes 30 under 30 social entrepreneurs 
- His passion for flying.
- Living with his adopted family and assimilating into American cultures and the difficulties that came along with it
- Chris gives advice for people that is going through a difficult time and also for those who want to follow their passion!
 
 
Links:
Ridesforlives.org
Twitter: @chrisategeka
Chris on LinkedIn

Episode 111 with Chris Ategeka:  Saves Lives, One Ride at a Time

Background:

Jenn Lim is the CEO and Chief Happiness Officer of Delivering Happiness, a company she and Tony Hsieh (CEO of Zappos.com) co-founded to inspire science-based happiness, passion and purpose at work, home and everyday life. In Jenn’s words: “A CHO is doing what any CEO does in an organization — putting the people/resources/financing in place to create a sustainable company. The difference between a CEO and a CHO is that a CHO is doing it through the lens of happiness as a business model". 
 
In this episode, JennLim talks about:


The importance of culture in an organizations
Why it's so important to build happier employees and achieve better results
Jenn talks about how to have a happier workforce based on the science of happiness and apply the research to the culture of a business or corporation


Links:
 
Website
 
Email Address: Jenn@DeliveringHappiness.com
 
Twitter: @DHMovementCEO
 
LinkedIn


Jenn Lim:  A Day in the Life of the World's Happiness Expert

In this episode, Chris Mahlmann talks about how he went against the many naysayers who told him his idea wouldn't pan out and now, his business is not only thriving but is changing thousands of lives for the better!

Chris Mahlmann: Changing the World, One Good News Story At a Time

 In this podcast episode:
 


Josh Driver described incorporating philanthropy into entrepreneurship
Josh tells us a shocking fact about the new "religious freedom restoration act" that is being passed on Indiana.
Josh talks about his time on hardball with Chris Matthews and what it has been like being in the middle of an international media frenzy!


 
Links:
Website: openforservice.org 
Twitter: @open4serv
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/open4service
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuadriver

Josh Driver:  How He Massively Changed The World In Just 3 Weeks

Background:
Chad L. Coe, CWS, is an internationally recognized expert in wealth management strategies. He founded Coe Financial Group, Inc. in 1998 and is known for his values-based approach and focus on both personal well being and financial security. Chad specializes in structuring programs based on personal values, objectives, and risk tolerance. Another dimension of services offered at Coe Financial is the customization and management of portfolios for estate preservation as well as optimization in times of transition.
Chad is also a highly respected business coach and connector of business people. He encourages and motivates others to assert themselves positively in the world and, ultimately, to give back. He presides over several influential networking groups and is the author of “The Power of Peopletizing: Networking Your Way To Financial Freedom.” Chad is an international speaker whose keen insight into human interaction and ability to make quality business connections to be effective in today’s “Relationship Economy.”
In this Episode Chad talked about:

How to inspire others and improve your leadership skills
How to challenge yourself and believe in true inspiration
At Mastermind connections, he will inspire us the power of personal initiative
Know the principles of success

Links:
http://www.mastermindconnections.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadcoe
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chadcoe
Twitter: https://twitter.com/chadcoe

Chad Coe:  Fail Forward, Learn From Your Mistakes, and Follow Your Heart

Inspiration With Val | Your Daily Dose of Inspiration | Get Inspired * Get Un-stuck * Get Happy

Healthy Lifestyle Show is about living a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life. Our podcast covers various topics including nutrition, fitness, yoga, and meditation. Learn about the amazing power of foods and natural herbs for specific health disorders. Using science we discuss daily challenge...

Shiitake Mushroom: Amazing Benefits of Shiitake Mushrooms You Need to Know

Learn all about why the maitake mushroom is good for your health.

Maitake: Why This Weird Looking Mushroom Can Be Good for Health

Learn more about the turkey tail mushroom in our latest podcast!

Everything You Don't Know About Turkey Tail Mushrooms and Your Health

A discussion of chaga mushrooms. Traditional uses, interesting facts, and where it comes from.

Health Benefits of Chaga Mushrooms: How to Use

Part two of our discussion about Reishi Mushrooms.

Interesting Facts About Reishi Mushrooms

Healthy Lifestyle Show

Lisa Dale Miller, MA, LMFT, LPCC, SEP is a private practice psychotherapist in Los Gatos, CA, specializing in mindfulness psychotherapy and Somatic Experiencing therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction and chronic pain. She is also an outpatient provider for the VA San Jose. Lisa is the au...

This recording provides step-by-step instruction for beginning meditators in mindfulness of breath meditation. This practice is based upon Buddha's teachings from the Anapanasati Sutta.
Lisa Dale Miller, MFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist, specializing in Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapy, in private practice in Los Gatos, CA. She has been a yogic and vipassana meditation practitioner for more than 30 years. Ms. Miller is a teacher of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Depression Relapse Prevention (MBCT), Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention (MBRP) and has created a Mindfulness-Based Dialectical Behavior Therapy (MBDBT) program, which integrates mindfulness meditation practices with DBT's cognitive-behavioral emotion regulation skills.

Mindfulness of Breath Meditation

Mindfulness of Breath Meditation for Beginners

OVERCOME THE BATTLES OF LIFE AND FIND JOY IN THE MIDST OF SUFFERING. When it comes to the hardest seasons of life, many people feel isolated and forced to walk the road alone. The Give Grace Podcast is a tool that we hope equips you to share your story, create community and find joy and contentment....

Blakely is sharing her story of sin and what she calls a “heart condition.” She talks about learning to fight for her marriage and what it means to live out your vows, even when you don’t feel like it. We hope her story gives you hope to keep pushing through, despite your circumstances.

The Consequences of Sin (ft. Blakely Stephenson) | Ep 19

In episode 18, my friend Lauren is sharing her story of losing her mom and how feelings of depression and shame led her down a dark path. We hope her story of redemption encourages you to step out and seek community when you need it most.

The Effects of Shame and Depression (ft. Lauren Walton) | Ep 18

My friend Haley is sharing her experience of walking through five years of chronic illness and how she found joy in the midst of her struggle. We hope her story encourages you to persevere and gives you hope that joy is coming.

Dealing with a Chronic Illness (ft. Haley Ryan) | Ep 16

I sat down with my friend Ashlyn several months ago when the loss of her baby was still very new and raw. This episode we are going to talk about her story of infertility and full term stillbirth. We are going to look at what grief is and what are some things you can say to someone walking through grief or struggle.

Choosing Your Words Wisely (ft. Ashlyn Montgomery) | Ep 13

Koral and I are answering all your questions and sharing our favorite holiday traditions. We hope you get to know us just a little bit more as we share our advice and experience on a variety of topics.

Special Holiday Edition (ft. Koral Dean) | Ep 12

Give Grace Podcast

Wing Woman Podcast is for anyone seeking to level up their intimacy. Hosted by, sex expert, Alice Little.

On this episode, Alice hangs out with Doug Fraser, creator of the documentary series "What We Do" which follows people in unique careers. They talk about how he got into making documentaries and how important it is to let his subjects tell the story they want to tell.

Episode 15: "What We Do" Documentary

In this episode Alice hangs out with Chris Kiritz, Founder and CEO of Prevent Human Trafficking, an organization which has helped hundreds of individuals, organizations and government agencies, to tackle the root causes of human trafficking. You can find out more at https://www.preventhumantrafficking.org  

Episode 14: Combating Sex Trafficking

In this episode Alice talks about how to avoid getting in a relationship with the wrong person by looking for, and recognizing certain red flags.

Episode 13: Avoiding the Wrong Person

On this episode Alice interviews Johnny Goodluck. They talk a little bit about the porn industry and some techniques that Johnny finds very effective.

Episode 12: Johnny Goodluck

On this episode, Alice talks about changing your perspective and trying to look at things through your partner's point of view.

Episode 11: Perspective

Wing Woman Podcast

Craig Berthold teaches people how to get free and happy.

Libby asks Craig to talk about repentance and how we change our hearts.

41.Changing Your Heart

Rachel in on the podcast today showing us how to have as much grace for ourselves as we do for those around us.

40. Be Big

Craig and Libby continue their discussion from last week  as Craig explains phase 1 and 2. Craig answers another question from a listener.

39. Phases of Love

Craig and Libby are back after a year away. This podcast starts off with a question from a listener that prompts the topic for todays recording.  Craig and Libby spend then rest of the podcast discussing forgiveness and being forgiven.

38. Both Sides of Forgiveness

Craig discusses victim trauma and perpetrator trauma. Libby plays the roll of a woman working through a victim trauma by using Gestalt and imagery. Please enjoy episode 37!

37. Trauma

The Full Cup

The Abroaders Podcast is about leveraging international travel for explosive personal growth and business development. Each episode is packed with actionable tips and insights on travel hacking, language acquisition, entrepreneurship and living abroad. Travel is not something you do while on vacatio...

AP 237

In the last two years, there has been fierce competition between banks to earn your business with their rewards-card products. As a result, we've seen a huge increase in the number of cards that offer additional points for purchases you make with specific types of merchants.  In today's episode, we'll cover the top cards for spending on Travel, Dining & Restaurants, Groceries & Supermarkets, and Gas & Fuel. www.abroaders.com/236

AP 236 - Maximizing Miles with Everyday Spending

IberiaPlus is back with a new flash sale offering 50% off award travel between now and April 15th. The deadline to book is Sunday, February 10th, but those who can act quickly could score business-class awards from North America to Europe for as little as 17,000 points each way. In today's episode, we'll cover all the promo details and dive into the IberiaPlus program.

AP 235 - IberiaPlus Awards for 50% Off (Biz Class from 17,000)

AP 234 - Earning Strategy for Domestic Travel

Singapore KrisFlyer has long been one of the favorite programs of miles enthusiasts, so the recent devaluation announcement is a big disappointment. Singapore is a member of StarAlliance, which makes it possible to use their miles to book on 27 different airlines within the alliance.

AP 233 - Singapore Raises Prices for Premium Cabin Awards

Abroaders Podcast

In each episode, we hold powerful conversations about the intersecting themes of spirituality, social justice, creativity, business and leadership.

In this episode, I speak healer, coach, and activist Rachel Ricketts

Rachel Ricketts is a writer, intuitive guide + grief coach and spiritual activist. Combining her wealth of experience as a lawyer, intercultural communications educator + trainer, loss + grief professional and her personal experiences navigating the world as a Black woman, she curates difficult but necessary conversations with compassion. As an outspoken champion for women of colour, Rachel is passionate about creating and holding space for us to face our feelings and dive deep into the tough stuff - be it race, gender, death, burnout, stress, loss or grief. She offers spiritual tools such as yoga, breathwork, meditation and intuitive coaching to help folks voice their struggles, step into their power and heal their hearts while raising the collective consciousness. Rachel has written for global publications such as Thrive, Black Girl in Om, Huffington Post and Elephant Journal and presented at internationally renowned conferences including SXSW.

Ep023: Rachel Ricketts On Spiritual Activism

In this episode, I speak with speaker, mentor, and sacred activist, Sonali Fiske
Sonali Fiske is a Sri Lankan-American & the founder of Pick Your Platform & Raise Your Voice. As a leadership guide to underrepresented & womyn-identifying women of colour (WOC) leaders, her passion is to center the often suppressed and sidelined stories of women still considered on the margins of our society. She also speaks internationally, is a workshop leader and conducts a monthly tele-call entitled "Call to Sacred Activism."

Sonali has visited 33 countries and her nonprofit management and global volunteer experiences have taken her from spearheading a sanitation project in Nairobi, to post-tsunami housing reconstruction efforts in Sri Lanka. In addition, Sonali is currently a council member of the International Council of Interfaith & Indigenous Women.

Ep022: Sonali Fiske On Women Of Colour Raising Our Voices

In this episode, I speak with writer, storyteller and musician, Sara Haile-Mariam. Sara is the front woman and drummer of Makeda!, a band on a mission to reclaim rock and roll. In 2012 she got high and found music. In 2013 she met guitarist Mike Sutjipto and the two founded Music Bones. In 2018 Music Bones became Makeda!, and the duo released their debut EP “I’ll Say It How I Want To” on June 8, 2018.

Ep021: Sara Haile-Mariam On Race, Music & Learning to Love Ourselves

In this episode, I speak with speaker, coach, and podcast host, Omkari Williams

Omkari is the host of the Stepping Into Truth podcast, where she takes her unique and multi-layered perspective as a black woman who isn't African American, and speaks to conversations about social justice, race, and gender. Her experiences as an actress, political consultant, and executive coach all inform her work with women’s stories. 

Her work seeks to encourage women from all over the world to share their stories. Omkari's belief in stories as activism highlights her unique approach to coaching others in storytelling.

Ep020: Omkari Williams On The Power of Storytelling & Reclaiming Our Stories

In this episode, I speak with creative mentor, speaker, and coach, Kristin Iris
Kristin is a creative mentor whose mission is to challenge oppressive power dynamics and systems by inspiring Black and Brown creatives to find the power in their voice. She is here to ignite socially conscious Black and Brown creatives to step into the amazing capacity to make big shifts and radical changes in the world. Kristin main goal is to help every Creative of Color embody and live to the fullest potential and share unfiltered and true power.

Kristin works 1-on-1 with creatives and athletes of color in gaining clarity on how the oppressive systems stop creators of color from reaching their full potential and sharing their voices to their highest power.

Ep019: Kristin Iris On Standing In Our Creative Power

Wild Mystic Woman Podcast

Every CEO, CFO, and senior leader IS a unique story, and these stories are shared on Executives After Hours. Unlike many other podcasts that focus on organizational tactics or market trends, these podcasts aim to share authentic conversations with real leaders. We chat about their personal journeys,...

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This is short and sharp! I take the actual podcast audio used to describe a leaders integrity choice. And that leader is Jeffrey Hayzlett Chairman of C-Suite Network. I also talk about the upcome book tour. Head over to www.drjamekelley.com/book-tour to see where I am going. If have an interest in a book talk or a book signing please let me know. happy to stop where ever. :) Don't forget to grab your copy of the book at: https://amzn.to/2IVWoNZ    

Integrity Talk........Bonus Episode

Hello All!!!! I am back with a bonus podcast. In this podcast, I read a portion of the compassion chapter, and share the merit of the Authentic Leadership Model. In addition, I share with you my trip across the U.S this summer and all the activities I am looking to book...speaking, seminars, or book signings.  You can find out more about my book The Crucible's Gift: 5 Lessons from Authentic Leadership Who Thrive in Adversity and what all the buzz is. Click here to get it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2w1IswH www.drjameskelley.com TW:@executivesAHour FB: @executivesafterhours LI: in/kelleyjamesb E: james@drjameskelley.com  

Bonus...today I read from the Compassion chapter and......

Helllllooooooo!!!! In today's reading, I focus on Chapter 2, Self-Awareness: Public Versus Private Self. Durning my super awesome reading and acting skills you learn the definition of self-concept, self-categorization theory, and the acronym OUASS.  The book is currently available for pre-order on Amazon and the Kindle version will be available next week.   https://www.amazon.com/Crucibles-Gift-Lessons-Authentic-Adversity/dp/0999891510/ref=zg_bsnr_2736_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc;=1&refRID;=45NRFNQE3BJQVP74M9YX If you want to see if this book is your cup of tea please head over to www.drjameskelley.com/crucibles-gift to get your FREE Introduction Chapter.

Book Chapter Bonus - My eloquent reading of the Self-awareness Chapter

In this final episode, I simply tell you where the podcast is going, how I wrote my book, and what were some the tactics I used to market the book. All while watching my nose drip snot. Season 2 will start in the fall and will consist of 10 episode seasons and there will be three seasons a year focusing on three cities and roughly 8 CEOs per city and one roundtable. Plus video.  Though this is final episode there will be some bonus material over the next two-weeks of me reading some additional chapters.  Head over to www.drjameskelley.com/crucibles-gift to get your FREE Intro Chapter to the book. And if you like it, move on to Amazon and pre-order the book.   https://www.amazon.com/Crucibles-Gift-Lessons-Authentic-Adversity/dp/0999891510/ref=zg_bsnr_10166949011_33?_encoding=UTF8&psc;=1&refRID;=T9N7SCG7AXBB24A4DXFX Thank you to everyone who has been listening over the last three years. You were the only reason I kept hitting the record button.   

SEASON ONE FINAL...BY SEASON ONE I MEAN THREE YEARS STRAIGHT

In this shameless book promotion, I read you the first 12 pages of Chapter 1: The Crucible. I share with you what it is and why it matters.  To get caught up on last weeks reading from the Introduction go here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/e-182-free-free-free-i-am-setting-your-free-crucibles/id955874352?i=1000407795168&mt;=2 Go to www.drjameskelley.com/crucibles-gift to get the introduction chapter for free.   

Reading of  Chapter 1, titled 'The Crucible'  & my direct attempt to get you to preorder the book

Executives After Hours: Real conversations with leaders!

The 'Sobriety Network' is a Recovery Podcast with Bryan Edmund.

Subscribe to our show & spend some time with me & a guest each week discovering tips, tools, resources, inspiration, motivation, & practical strategies for living sober in recovery. This show will have lots of interviews with successfu...

The Sobriety Network: A Recovery Podcast with Bryan Edmund

Get expert discussions and insider tips every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  Life on Fire TV is for entrepreneurs, aspiring entrepreneurs, executives, sales professionals, coaches, and marketers who what to make more, work less, give back, and live happier, kick-A$$ lives.  Focus on the four pillar...

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 227 of Life on Fire. Hey hey! Welcome to episode 227 of Life on Fire. Today’s show is a personal one for me and was a tough show to make and share with you. A lot of people struggle with their weight and I have been one of them. I felt like I was out of integrity with Life on Fire and our mission because every other area of life has been on fire for me and my wife. Our marriage, our business, our finances, our friendships and our faith have all been amazing - but my health and my weight have always been a battle for me. My weight has gone up and done for most of my life, until recently when I decided to change all of that using the same five step process I use for my clients. Listen in to today’s episode to hear how I’m achieving Life on Fire-worthy health and fitness, and how my commitment to maintain it! Whether you struggle with your weight, your love life, your finances or any other area this process will work for you too.   In this episode you’ll hear:  How I am using the process we teach to overcome my lifelong struggle with weight. (3:45) How do you go from being stuck and overwhelmed to getting what you truly want? (5:45) Why you must publicly declare your vision. (7:35) The importance of writing a letter to yourself: the what, the how and the why. (9:05) What roles do faith and fear play in making your vision a reality? (13:10) And so much more!      More About This Show As I said earlier making this show was a bit tough! It was a little embarrassing, to be honest because I believe having a life on fire is about having the whole picture: being healthy, having a great marriage, great relationships, having a successful business, and being wealthy. I had all of that except my health. My weight has been up and down and up and down since I was kid and I was constantly stressing out about it; it consistently bothered me and I tried diet after diet after diet. But Megan helped me see I needed to shift my lifestyle; she suggested I use the same process we teach our clients and apply it to my weight and my health. And she challenged me to do a men's physique competition. Megan says she did so because she knew I'd have to put in the work and I'd see the results when I did. She wanted me to be happy and feel good about myself. My first thought was this is a totally crazy idea - it's the furthest thing from my comfort zone! But after my initial reaction I knew this was an opportunity to get results and most importantly, shift my entire lifestyle. Thirty days of another diet wasn't going to do it, I knew it was time for real change. The process Megan was talking about is one we have used to help our clients achieve their goals and dreams. We’ve also both used this process in our lives and together in our marriage so it was time for me apply it to my weight and my health. 1. Create your vision. Come up with a vision for what you want. You have to get clear on it, and how you’re going to commit to it. You have to have actions in place to reach your vision, and attach a big why to your vision, something that pulls you to take those actions and make your vision a reality. Megan helped me get clear on mine and part of my why is to be healthy for her and our baby Aidan. 2. Public declaration. Declare your vision publicly and include an end date for your vision. By when are you going to achieve it? For me I went on Facebook and posted a before photo of mine along with my public declaration that I was going to compete in a men’s fitness competition by March 18. There was no wiggle room after that! Now think about it for yourself: what do you want, what is your vision? Can you make a public declaration of it and say by when you'll have it? Then go do it! 3. Write your letter to yourself. This letter is so important because it makes the declaration real. Write your letter as if you have already achieved your vision, as if it has already happened. Read it in the morning, the evening and any time you need a pick-me-up. It's there to encourage you and for you to know these things are going to happen. Your letter also trains your subconscious mind: the subconscious doesn't know the difference between a vividly imagined experience and real life. So make it vivid!  Be sure to put in emotions and make it vivid: include sights, sounds, smells, make it clear as if you are there experiencing it! 4. Resource up. Whatever you want to achieve means you have to become a different person to achieve it, and you also need new and different resources around you to help you. For me it looked like signing up for fitness competition, hiring a health coach to tell me what to eat and what to do at the gym. What resources do you need for your vision? Go out and get them! 5. Choose faith over fear. Every single day there will be challenges thrown your way, be prepared for them with your resources, your letter and your faith. I’ve encountered plenty of challenges since publicly declaring my fitness competition vision. The first week after starting my challenge I was rear-ended on the way to the gym. Then once I got into the swing of things our baby Aidan arrived six weeks early - that was a major change of plans! But that's life, it brings challenges your way so you have to adopt a mindset of faith over fear. I've had lots of fears about this fitness challenge, but I always come back to my letter and choose to believe I can do this and it is possible. That alone will help me achieve this, and it will help you too. Today’s show is something I wanted to share this with you because I am in the middle of this journey and I want you to see firsthand how this works. I am going to be #1 at this thing and I’m going to maintain my health and fitness - and I wanted you to be there on the journey with me. I also want to encourage you to get the full training at lifeonfirewebinar.com. We take this five step process, drill it down and personalize it so you can create a 2017 action vision plan. We teach you how to put this into your life and achieve what you want. No strings attached, it’s all free for you at LifeonFireWebinar.com. This process has worked for us in our lives and in the lives of countless people we've trained and coached. Join us! Step up to your vision for your very own life on fire right now.   EPISODE RESOURCES    Life on Fire Webinar Life on Fire Subscribe to Life on Fire TV Podcast Write a Review on iTunes 

227: Why I Am Competing in a Fitness Competition: 5 Steps to Achieving Any Vision

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 226 of Life on Fire. Today we've got a unique show for you! Instead of Nick or a guest of Nick's, I am here: the first lady of Life on Fire, Megan Unsworth. I’m sharing my very first experience preaching at our church, C3. The preach is called I Am Worthy and it is my personal testimony of finding God. Today’s show is about how this experience literally changed the course of my life and how you can find your own purpose, and worthiness too. It’s all here on episode 226 of Life on Fire! In this episode you’ll hear:  Why the people you surround yourself with matter so much. (2:15) The difference between being a “checkmark Christian” and a Christian. (2:30) How do you know you are worthy? (4:30) How to have love in your heart and peace of mind. (6:50) Who will bless you far more than you ever thought possible? (8:30) And so much more!  More About This Show At 24 I was in a direct sales jewelry company that was Christian-based. At their rallies and monthly meetings they talked openly about God and His love. I was open-minded and curious so I asked one of the leaders of my group if I could attend church with them. The leader said yes and I attended church for the next few months. One Sunday they did altar call and with a fast-beating heart I raised my hand and accepted God into my life. But here's the kicker: I thought of myself as “Christian”, but I wasn’t fully living a Christina life. I had one foot in the kingdom and one foot in real life, and by one foot in the kingdom I mean one pinky toe! The people I was surrounded by didn't serve me, and I knew it but I hadn't fully committed my life over to God yet. So I went to church every Sunday, and that was it. It was like a "checkmark" - I wasn't with God the rest of the week. Instead, I sought man's approval. I was the girl who always had to be in a relationship. When one ended I went right into another one. The reason I was doing that was my abandonment issues: my father committed suicide when I was 8 and my mother left when I was only 3 months old. After my father died I was raised by my grandparents and aunts and uncles. It was a great life but that little girl who lost her parents so young still longed for relationships. I sought that out in romantic relationships. I ended up in relationships that didn't always serve me and I didn't always serve them; it reached a breaking point when I heard the words I don't love you and I never will. My confidence was so low at that point, it was rock bottom for me. Until I found C3 through the Hubbards. I saw their marriage and how God was at the center of it all; I was inspired by it, and vowed to have the same in my life. Ever since that day - four years ago - I have been in attendance at C3! Shortly after meeting the Hubbards and joining C3, I went to a Cherish conference. The pastor prophesied over me and told me I am a child of God. God is my Father and He loves me, He wants me to stay on the path and not do things on my own. He loves me unconditionally and will show me the way. In that moment I finally understood I had a father, and a daddy in heaven who will never forsake me. I knew I had found my worthiness, God made no mistakes when He created me or any of us. He saved me from a downward spiral and I regained my self-worth through Christ. And that is my message for you too: you are worthy. Through God you are saved from your enemies, including yourself! Those negative thoughts, the comparisons and the not-good-enough moments, they can creep into your future. God created you to be bigger, dream bigger and have a vision that He created for your life. God has not given you a spirit of fear, but a spirit of power, love, and sound mind. God doesn't want any of us to live in fear, He wants us to live with the power of the Holy Spirit. To have love in our hearts and peace in our minds. Once I understood that and reclaimed my worthiness through Him, I declared I would find the love of my life. I started praying for him and God brought me Nick. On Sept 18, 2015 we were married and have surrendered it all to God: our life, marriage, business, finances, and family. Life isn't always easy for us but with God there is always an ease. I am now more on purpose than I have ever been in my life and I will forever praise God for that. I knows I am worthy of love, abundance and a life God has called me to and so are you. Like our beautiful son Aidan, who was born six weeks early but is perfect and blessed in every way, you too are a child of God. Hear about our journey with Aidan and more on this episode of Life on Fire.  EPISODE RESOURCES    C3 Church Life on Fire Subscribe to Life on Fire TV Podcast Write a Review on iTunes 

You Are Worthy, with Megan Unsworth

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 225 of Life on Fire. If you’re like most people you’ve set goals, you’ve probably even been really excited about your goals. But if you’re also like most people, you haven’t achieved ever goal you’ve created for yourself. Why don’t goals always work for everyone? Because they’re not as strong as declarations. After working with high performers, big-time achievers, and Navy SEALs, I found a five step process to achieving anything you want for yourself and your life. On episode 225 of Life on Fire you’ll hear the process explained step by step; you’ll also hear how I’m currently using it for my health, and you’ll have access to a resource that will help you implement this process into your life right now! In this episode you’ll hear:  Why goals don’t always work, and declarations work. (2:20) What role does integrity play? (3:00) Why your declaration needs a timeframe. (5:00) Does your subconscious mind know the difference between pretend and reality? (6:55) What is resourcing up and why is it critical to your success? (7:50) And so much more!    More About This Show If you’ve set goals in the past and haven’t achieved them, you’ve probably also spent some time examining why they didn’t work. There’s a very simple reason: goals don’t carry much weight. Think about it - is it ever someone’s goal to be faithful in their marriage? Heck no! Would you want to marry someone who said that to you? Of course not! You want to marry someone who will declare their faithfulness, and declare it in front of your friends, family and other loved ones. Do you see the difference? A declaration is far more powerful than a goal. I’ve seen it in my clients’ lives and I’ve witnessed it in my own life. With that in mind and based on research with Navy SEALs, celebrities and other high performers, we’ve come with a new model for achieving declarations. There’s a five step process to making your declaration a reality and we explain each step on today’s episode. 1. Step one is to start with your vision and get clear on it. What is that you want to achieve in your life? What does your life look like when you do? Think of all the areas of your life from your health to your love life to your business and finances to your overall lifestyle - what do you have in all of those areas? When you’re clear on that then move on to step two. 2. Step two is to declare it publicly so it carries weight. When you tell others what you are doing it keeps you on the hook for it! Be sure your declaration has a timestamp on it - by when are you going to achieve the thing you’ve set out to do? I did this recently with my health and weight: I declared publicly that I am competing in a men's fitness competition! Megan encouraged me to declare it, she wanted it to be challenging for me so I could set the habits for a healthy lifestyle. Now that I’ve declared it it means I have to follow through! And I will do so at my competition on March 18th. 3. Step three is writing a letter. This is key! You are writing this as if it has already happened: the emotions you feel, embody those feelings and write that in your letter. Then read it every morning when you wake up, and before you go to bed. Train your subconscious mind to believe this has happened. Your subconscious mind doesn't know the difference between pretend and reality. Reading it every day keeps you fired up and on track. 4. Step four is resource up. This means getting books that will help you, getting coaching, joining groups, etc. Do whatever you can to get yourself to become the person who will achieve that vision and make your declaration real. 5. And finally step five is choosing faith over fear. Life is going to throw you so many obstacles, but keep the faith. You will probably get some big monkey wrenchs thrown at you along the way but choose faith. Reading your letter twice a day, and relying on your resources will help you choose faith over fear. Using this five step process I have taught over 2500 people to get what they want: to have better health, happier marriages and relationships, more money, bigger and more successful businesses, all of it. In fact, Megan and I are so passionate about this training that we are teaching this on an upcoming webinar. If you are setting resolutions and goals and aren't achieving them, what are you going to do differently to get different results? Take a stand for yourself and your life right now, check out lifeonfirewebinar.com for free access to the full, intensive training and then get living your Life on Fire! EPISODE RESOURCES  Life on Fire webinar Life on Fire Subscribe to Life on Fire TV Podcast Write a Review on iTunes 

225: The 5 Steps to Achieving Anything

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 224 of Life on Fire. We all know the importance of taking action, but what happens when you’ve been put through the ringer? Are you still able to take those bold actions and say yes to your dreams? Our guest for today did and it’s made all the difference in his life. Michael O’Neal of The Solopreneur Hour joins us for this episode of Life on Fire. In this interview from our Life on Fire event, Michael shares his journey from losing both his parents in the same year to launching one of the top business podcasts on the market today. Listen to episode 224 of Life on Fire to hear the courageous action he took along the way and how his life is excelling as a result today. In this episode you’ll hear:  How not to get discouraged if you don't have success right out of the gate. (9:20) What platforms should you use to connect with your audience? (10:45) Tenacity breeds what? (20:00) Why the how is none of your business. (23:55) Who should you not take advice from? (25:00) And so much more!  More About This Show In 2007, Michael’s life changed drastically when both of his parents died. His dad’s death wasn’t a surprise, but his mom’s was a shock. The loss of both of them in the same year was devastating; he lost his home, his cars, his retirement and savings, all of it.  He describes that time in his life like the opening scene from Private Ryan - chaos reigned everywhere. The next year he met a guy who he had hoped would become his mentor, Michael was looking for a way to make money and get out of survival mode. This guy, who was a billionaire, said he want to help Michael but he had so much chaos in his life that he never had a chance to properly mourn his losses. Michael broke down and cried for the first time since his parents’ deaths, and then made the decision to take his parents' ashes to Europe, something he had always wanted to do for them while they were alive but he never got the chance. So he put his parents in a parmesan cheese shaker (yes you read that right) and for four months he spread their ashes around Europe. He took them to The Vatican, the beaches of Normandy, etc. On the way back from Europe, he had $14 in his bank account and nothing else. He was 37, and began to think about what was next for me. It was then that he had the realization he never wanted to work for a dollar again in his life. He didn't know what he wanted to do next, but he knew what he didn’t want to do. So he began saying yes to whatever came along! He said yes and found a lot of great opportunities. He joined a network marketing company and started doing social media for them, one day finding himself on stage with them. That experience led him to launching The Kick Ass Life with David Wood, a podcast that quickly became one of the top 10 podcasts in the self-help arena. Michael was behind the scenes doing all the production, while David was the host. One fateful episode David was climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro and wasn't available, Michael jumped in and recorded a show. He liked it, and thought it was something he should do. His hunch was confirmed when other people wrote in telling him the same thing. Not long after, in August of 2013, Michael launched his own show, The Solopreneur Hour. It was a hit almost immediately and he says there are multiple reasons for its success, one of which was being the right show at the right time. During this interview, he encourages everyone to not give up if they don’t have the same kind of success right away. He frames it this way: if you are blogging, tweeting, vlogging, or podcasting then you are part of media. You are a broadcaster of some sort, and that means you are in a vast marketplace. Not everyone will resonate with what you offer so you may have to try a few avenues before you find your groove. On this show, he also explains why you have to meet your audience where they are at and he gives an example of how they have started doing this with a podcast he co-hosts with Hines Ward (Hines is a former football player and Super Bowl MVP with the Pittsburgh Steelers). Michael also shares the power of permission with your audience and why monetizing should not be the first thing on your mind when starting a new venture. You’ll hear all of that and more on the 224th episode of Life on Fire! EPISODE RESOURCES  Michael O’Neal’s web site The Solopreneur Hour podcast The Hines Ward Show Life on Fire Subscribe to Life on Fire TV Podcast Write a Review on iTunes 

224: Taking Courageous Action, with Michael O’Neal

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 223 of Life on Fire. Character. Have you ever considered the role it plays in success? Whether it’s crossed your mind or not, our guest on this show is talking about why character is critical to success. Shirley Solis is here to share her story of taking a $10,000 grant and turning it into a six-figure business, as well as highlighting the character traits that have played key roles in the success of some very notable people. On this episode, you’ll hear how she came to me as a client about a year and a half ago and how she discovered character and why it’s important to living a life on fire and why being resourceful can help you overcome any odds! This is an inspiring and equally informative show that will help you dig deep to find the character traits you need to creating your own Life on Fire! In this episode you’ll hear:  What is the one topic that can guarantee you success, but people aren't talking about? (2:20) What homeschooling her children taught Shirley about character. (8:45) Who was the man with “the midas touch”, and why does he matter? (12:50) The role personal responsibility has played in Brian Tracy's success. (15:35) How Shirley turned a $10,000 grant into a six-figure business. (24:40) And so much more!    More About This Show According to Shirley, at the foundation of everything we do is character. It is the one thing that will ensure you are successful in every area of your life and in every endeavor. She came to this understanding by overcoming a procrastination habit. In school she would put things off til the last minute, even getting up in the morning! She’d wake up about 10 minutes before her school bus would arrive and would dash outside to catch it so she could get to class on time. She even pulled an all-nighter once to write a 50 page paper! She got an A on the paper, which only encouraged her procrastination tendencies. But when she had kids that all changed. She married at age 18, had her first child at 19 then her 2nd at 20 and her third by 21. She had three children in 3 years, all of whom are boys! It soon became clear that waiting til the last minute didn't work so well anymore. She realized she couldn't wing it anymore, her children would get her bad habits and things just weren't going to go well for all of them. She decided she couldn't live that way any longer and she wanted to be a better example for them; she knew she had a responsibility to them. She made the decision to homeschool her children and along the way discovered character at the heart and foundation of every successful person’s story. So what exactly is character? Shirley gives Webster’s definition of it as being “…the engraved qualities in a person”. Basically character is your core and who you are when no one is watching, character is what it looks like when you are in the midst of a struggle and who you are in that struggle. It’s things like honesty, punctuality, and reliability. There are many character traits - 52 in fact. Shirley goes on to say that when things get tough character is what grounds you and keeps you on track. Character is your unfair advantage; it’s not talent, not looks, etc - only character. If you would take two people with equal talent, the one with character will go further. On today’s show she gives some real life examples of people who utilized character to succeed including Brian Tracy, Barbara Corcoran, Will Smith, Tony Robbins and Stephen Covey. She talks about how Brian Tracy went from being a high school drop out and sleeping in his car to creating over 300 courses for people all over the world in multiple languages! He is now being paid $500 million to consult with companies about their businesses. And all of this happened because he took personal responsibility. He said “If it's to be it's up to me”. That quote from Brian is a great example of taking personal responsibility, a necessary character trait for success. She also talks about Barbara Corcoran who learned to be resourceful. Barbara’s mom taught her to use whatever assets she had or could find to make the best of any situation and to get ahead. Barbara used that to get more tips as a waitress and then later to build a real estate empire in New York City and to be the savvy investor she is today. All of us can follow in Barbara’s footsteps. We all have something that life has given us that we can use, we must be resourceful and find it and use it. Also on this episode, Shirley shares her own resourcefulness story. She talks about applying for a startup challenge, writing up her plan, asking for what she wanted and getting $10,000 as a result! She also talks about Tony Robbins’ consistency character trait, Will Smith’s commitment and more. Listen in to hear that plus recite a pledge to make your character your unfair advantage on today’s 223rd edition of Life on Fire!   EPISODE RESOURCES  Shirley Solis’s web site Shirley Solis on YouTube Shirley Solis on Twitter Life on Fire Subscribe to Life on Fire TV Podcast Write a Review on iTunes 

223: Why Character Is Critical To Success, with Shirley Solis

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In the year of the dragon and northern lights, is the aurora borealis a cosmic ouroboros?
The ancient symbol of the Ouroboros, a serpent devouring its own tail, offers a profound metaphor for the cyclical nature of existence, encapsulating themes of renewal, infinity, and the perennial struggle between creation and destruction.

This emblem, rooted in ancient Egyptian iconography and embraced by diverse cultures and philosophical traditions, serves as a powerful lens through which we can examine our contemporary relationship with nature, technology, and the quest for liberation and spiritual transcendence.

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Chasing the Dragon's Tail and the Eternal Ouroboros

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Grief can be highly personal and unique but this quote comes close to a universal definition:

“Grief, I’ve learned, is really just love. It’s all the love you want to give, but cannot.  All that unspent love gathers up in the corners of your eyes, the lump in your throat, and in that hollow part of your chest.  Grief is just love with no place to go.”  

― Jamie Anderson

It's important to recognize that grief is a natural response to loss, and it can manifest in various ways even when there hasn't been a direct loss of a loved one. The collective emotional and psychological impact of war and violence can be profound and long-lasting, and support, understanding, and caring for mental health are essential for anyone affected by these experiences and events.  

Additionally, addressing the broader societal and systemic factors that contribute to international crises can help mitigate the widespread grief and trauma associated with such situations.

Some individuals may experience grief related to the moral and ethical dilemmas they face during political turmoil.  Witnessing or participating in acts or positions that go against their values and beliefs can lead to feelings of guilt, shame, and moral distress.

Mass violence can prompt individuals to confront profound existential questions about the nature of human conflict, suffering, and the meaning of life.  This can lead to a form of existential grief as people grapple with these complex issues.

Grief, like life, is complex and multi-dimensional.  I think it is another invisible thread that is tied to the whole human tapestry.  The way it intersects with all other social fabric results in ebbs and flows like a soulful song interspersed with minor chords.  Grief is a shadow that appears unexpectedly on any side and reminds of the light of love.

This episode explores some prominent psychological theories and alternative metaphysical interpretations of this profound human sense.

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Tributaries to the River of Grief

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Human blossoming is akin to the delicate yet profound process seen in the natural world, where flowers unfurl their petals to reveal their inner beauty. 

The metaphor of blooming relates to maturity and is explored in various contexts, from spiritual growth to personal transformation. Just as flowers need the right conditions to bloom, folks too require nurturing environments and opportunities for growth to reach their full potential. 

Concepts such as the Flower of Life in sacred geometry and the Chinese teachings from "The Secret of the Golden Flower" illuminate the interconnectedness between nature and human existence, emphasizing the importance of harnessing inner wisdom to navigate life's journey.

At the heart of this discussion lies the notion of the light reflex, a metaphorical beacon guiding individuals towards enlightenment and spiritual awakening. Like a flower turning upward or backward towards the sun to absorb its nourishing light, humans can cultivate inner radiance by turning towards their spiritual essence.  Blooming where they are planted, individuals can unfold their unique potential and transform the social garden with grace and wisdom.

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Hearts in Bloom and the Light Reflex

Recorded on Oct 15, 2023, the day after a solar eclipse and “ring of fire.”  

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Kindness takes on both light-hearted and profound expressions in our intricate world. 

In its playful form, it encompasses spontaneous acts that bring joy and laughter, offering a refreshing break from gravity. In its most thoughtful expression, it addresses pressing societal issues with compassion and wisdom. 

Striking a balance between these dimensions is pivotal and crucial; playfulness fosters connections and resilience, while empathy grapples with deep-rooted challenges, striving for enduring transformation. 

Together, they cultivate a mature mind and harmonious society adept at navigating the complex dynamics of life with love and awareness.

This episode explores the concept of “space” not as the separation but as the link. 

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