Life is an unpredictable journey, full of exhilarating highs and gut-wrenching turns that can leave you breathless. And yet, some people seem to navigate these ups and downs with more grace than others. So what’s their secret?

Joining me for this conversation is the brilliant and inspirational Dr. Peggy DeLong, also known as The Gratitude Psychologist.

In this episode, she shares her research-backed strategies for harnessing resilience, joy, gratitude, and meaning when the going gets tough. 

You’ll learn the five daily practices you can start today that will empower you to manage grief, stress, and loss in a healthier way. You’ll be able to find gratitude even in the darkest corners of life and clear the path for positivity as you go through life. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• How to find gratitude when your whole world falls apart.
• Strategies for rewiring your brain to focus on the positives.
• Tricking your brain to feel good on command.
• The great things that happen when you stop running from emotional pain.
• Using grief as a trigger for feeling gratitude and love. 
• How gratitude helps you build deeper, richer relationships.

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What’s the one thing you can accomplish that’ll make you say, “Wow, I lived an extraordinary life.” when you look back decades from now? 

For many, that question isn’t easy to answer. And if you’re nodding along, today’s episode is exactly what you need. I share my personal strategy that helped me discover what truly sets my soul on fire and inspired me to be the best version of myself. 

But identifying what sparks your passion is just the first step. I’ll also walk you through the process of transforming those clues into actionable everyday commitments to make sure they’re not just passing phases.

With this blueprint, you'll be able to create a life of active engagement – not just for yourself but for those you care about and the world at large. This is a life lived without regret. A life filled with purpose, accomplishment, and pride. A life that you'll be proud to call your own years down the line.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Your schedule is the clearest indicator of what’s really important to you.
• The positive ripple effects of cultivating deep, meaningful relationships.
• Figured out your #1 priority? Let it lead the way in everything you do.
• The steps to keep you on track so your actions match up with what you care about most.
• Remember: Before you show up for everyone else, you have to show up for yourself.  

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Today, I’m sharing my 3-step strategy for cultivating unwavering self-discipline so that you can get yourself to do what you need to do when you need to do it, whether you feel like it or not. 

These steps have been essential in overcoming my limitations and achieving my goals. You’ll learn the exact process by which you can do the same in your life. 

By incorporating these steps into your daily routine, you'll be building a solid foundation of discipline that will carry you forward, even on the days when you feel like throwing in the towel. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Why motivation isn’t the key ingredient to achieving your goals.
• How we build character when we push outside our comfort zone.
• The power of letting go of doubts and believing you can conquer any challenge. 
• The ripple effects you create by cultivating self-discipline.
• How to win the morning so you can win the day.

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When your alarm buzzes, do you jump up, or groan at the thought of leaving your comfy bed?

In this solo episode, I’ll let you in on the practices that will help you turn your mindset around. From feeling like the world’s against you, to seeing life in a more positive light. This concept may sound simple, but trust me, it’s a game-changer - and it's something we need to remind ourselves of every day.

It’s about finding something to be thankful for in every single event that unfolds in your life, even those frustrating “Why me?” moments. This shift in thinking was my lifeline while bouncing back from a near-fatal car accident and fighting cancer. 

My wish is that you’ll use those same tools to beat adversity, rise to the challenges life tosses your way, and be a beacon of strength and support for those around you.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• How to shift from judgment to gratitude no matter how hard life gets.
• Happiness isn’t what you want. It’s wanting what you get.
• Using negative thoughts to boost your resilience.
• The ways we unintentionally hurt our children by shielding them from life’s struggles.
• If personal motivation falls short, find strength in service to others.
• Why gratitude is key to developing mental toughness. 
• The transformational power of unconditional love.

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The world needs you to be the best, most heroic version of yourself. My guest today will guide you through the 7-step roadmap that will enable you to become the best version of yourself and activate your full (heroic) potential.  

As the cliché goes, not all superheroes wear capes, and that’s what today’s episode is about. Returning for his 3rd appearance on the podcast is the ever-inspiring Brian Johnson, author of the new book, Activate Your Heroic Potential.

Brian is also the Founder and CEO of Heroic, a groundbreaking organization that is committed to a mission to help 51% of humanity flourish by 2051.

Today, he shares the seven objectives that will help you turn your biggest problems and obstacles in life into an unstoppable force for good. It’s about going from a victim to a hero mindset and understanding that you have the power to make the world a better place, one person at a time, beginning with yourself. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The wonders that having big, audacious goals do for your confidence and sense of achievement.
• Why it’s crucial to stop getting sucked into other people’s games and dramas.
• How to bounce back stronger after each setback, no matter how difficult.
• Stay committed to your goals when life’s easy - so you’re ready to handle the bad times.
• Your potential for exceptional achievements sits outside your comfort zone.
• The perfect life starts with the perfect day. Make each one a masterpiece.
• How to build unwavering discipline and stay consistent even when you don’t feel like it.

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If you've ever dealt with financial challenges and the resulting feelings of fear, stress, and overwhelm, you're not alone. I've been in similar shoes. 

During the 2008 “Great Recession” I went from making $60,000 a year to losing over half of my income, going deep into debt, ruining my credit, having my house foreclosed on, and ultimately feeling powerless and without hope.  

Today, I'll share with you the money-management system that helped me to transform my financial situation and how I doubled my income at the height of that recession.

I'll introduce you to a unique strategy that allows you to enjoy your money while it grows. By the end of the episode, I hope that you can put an end to a lot of the stress you experience when it comes to money. 

We're talking about shifting your mindset from scarcity to abundance and taking meaningful actions, no matter how small.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• In order to make changes in your life, you have to raise your standards.
• Your income can only grow to the extent you do.
• The quality of your thoughts determines the quality of your outcomes. 
• Intentions are worthless if you don’t turn them into unwavering commitments. 
• Two actionable steps to get unstuck and gain clarity on your goals. 
• Tactics for becoming a good steward of your money, regardless of how much you make.

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When someone shares their experience openly and honestly, something magical happens; you’re able to see yourself in that story, connect with them, and grow together. This is the theme of today’s podcast. 

We're changing things up a bit in this episode as I had the pleasure of being on The Gravity Podcast with Brett Kaufman, and Brett asked me such unique questions that when we were finished, I knew I wanted to share this episode with you! 

You'll hear how I went from being a lazy, undisciplined kid to someone who became capable of achieving extraordinary goals that my younger self never imagined I could.  

Brett has such a unique gift of asking thoughtful questions, and he helped me peel back the layers of my life story, sharing everything from my early struggles to some hilarious, never-before-shared tales from my childhood to the life-threatening hurdles that shaped me into the person I am today. 

You'll also learn the TWO powerful choices you can make at this very moment that will help you find the level of success in any area you've been working towards and help you develop into a more compassionate, driven, and fulfilled individual. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Looking at life’s curveballs as teachable moments. 
• Learning to accept difficult emotions without losing the ability for empathy. 
• Using pain as a catalyst for finding purpose.
• Find work you love so that every workday feels like you’re living your dream.
• The secret ingredient that will change your life, no matter how much of a procrastinator you were before.
• Your success is directly proportional to the depth of your personal growth.
• The two decisions that will help you orchestrate miracles in your life.

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What's standing between you and the life of your dreams? We all have invisible barriers that hold us back, but identifying and overcoming them can feel like solving a mystery. 

In today’s episode, I’m going to reveal a simple and highly effective strategy that is often neglected but crucial for you to overcome exactly what’s holding you back from achieving your biggest goals and making your wildest dreams a reality. 

You'll learn to turn those vague notions about your aspirations into a vibrant, laser-focused vision that provides a clear roadmap to your success. This strategy will help you unlock your full potential and evolve into the best version of yourself, giving you the blueprint for transforming any area of your life.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• If you’re unaware of what’s holding you back, it will continue to haunt you. 
• How dwelling on the past sabotages your success and happiness. 
• The power of scheduling blocks of time for gaining clarity on your goals.
• The steps for changing your self-talk from limiting to empowering.
• Tactics for ensuring your habits serve your goals - not hinder them.
• It’s the tiny changes that will catapult you to extraordinary success.

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How do you feel most of the time? Are you truly happy, grateful, and excited about life?! Or do you struggle with feeling stressed, worried, and overwhelmed, more often than you’d like? 

Today’s podcast is a solo episode, and I’m teaching you how to strengthen your gratitude muscle, even when life throws its toughest curveballs at you. You'll also learn how to transform negative emotions into uplifting and empowering ones. 

It's time to take control of your mental health and emotional well-being so that you can be the genuinely happy, grateful, and excited-about-life person you deserve to be—for yourself and the people you love.   

If you follow what you learn in today’s episode, when you get to the end of your life and look back at your journey, you won't see a life filled with regret, missed opportunities, and time wasted being miserable. Instead, you'll be smiling at the extraordinary life you intentionally chose to live. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The life-changing power of seeing obstacles as blessings in disguise.
• How our inner pursuit of joy can conquer any external circumstance. 
• How to cultivate gratitude every day and every moment of your life. 
• Avoiding the “doomsday” mindset when the going gets tough. 
• How to claim the driver’s seat of your emotions.
• Leveraging adversity to bounce back into a stronger person.

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In today's fast-paced world, chronic overwhelm has become the norm. When we’re stressed, our tendency is to reach for food that instantly makes us feel better. The worst part is, we know that eating those comfort foods and salty snacks have consequences. So, why do we do it?

Joining me for this conversation is Delia McCabe, PhD, whose expertise is in neurobiology and a nutritional sciences. Delia offers a unique and holistic approach to enhancing our cognitive function. I'm so excited to share her knowledge and experience and to shed light on the profound connection between our mental well-being and the food we consume. 

In this episode, she shares her wisdom on how to nourish our brains for optimal health. You'll learn her innovative strategies for combining the best aspects of different diets to get all the essential nutrients our bodies and minds need to thrive. Plus, you'll learn how to enjoy delicious, satisfying meals without feeling deprived.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The insidious tactics companies use to hijack our taste buds.
• The reasons behind our stress-induced junk food cravings.
• Why the Mediterranean diet is the ultimate choice for your brain health.
• How to eat carbohydrates for optimal brain function.
• The problems with following a Paleo or Keto diet.
• The role fats play in optimizing brain health - and which fats give you the best bang for your buck.
• The essential supplements for your physical and mental well-being.

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