Back to Life

At an early age, human beings start to ask a lot of questions about life. There are many things we do not understand in this world, especially about religion and the existence of God. Which is why having passion for inquiry can be a very powerful asset to have if you want to discover what is truly real and existing. Never allow people to hinder you from asking these questions because they foster personal and spiritual growth.

In today's episode, Dr. Andrew Newberg, the director of research at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health and a physician at Jefferson University Hospital, talks about neurotheology. This is a very fascinating scientific study or emerging field of discipline that seeks to understand the relationship between our brain and religion. Since Dr. Andrew was young, he was already interested in the human mind and what we perceive as truths. Today, he has written over ten books on neurotheology! Dr. Andrew and Danny also tackle the difference between spirituality and religion, the definition of the soul, the existence of God, and many more interesting topics!

Join Danny in this inspirational episode to learn more about how understanding the relationship of our brain and religion can enlighten us about spirituality to know ourselves better!

Show Highlights:

• [03:10] What propelled him to get into the field of neurotheology.
• [05:24] Dr. Andrew's age when he started asking a lot of questions.
• [07:46] His favorite book out of the ten books he has written.
• [10:11] All about neurotheology and why it is important.
• [12:22] The difference of religiousness and being spiritual.
• [15:25] How can you say that something is really real?
• [20:29] Areas of the brain that are active when we think about God.
• [23:02] Silence, meditation and being still.
• [25:32] The frontal lobes are involved in helping us focus our attention.
• [27:54] Dr. Andrew's definition and description of a soul.
• [30:02] How can you prove the existence of God?
• [34:32] Acknowledging the limitations of our brain and becoming empathetic.
• [37:12] How having spiritual connections help people overcome hard times.
• [40:38] Ways to develop your connection more with God.
• [45:07] Have passion for inquiry and find your own beliefs.

Links:

https://www.dannybader.com/

Contact Dr. Andrew Newberg:

http://www.andrewnewberg.com/

If you really want to inspire and help people, you can begin today! You don't have to wait a long time to start when you have become wealthy, achieve that greatness during your journey. Don't hesitate to come out of your comfort zone and let fear dictate your future. Everything you need is within you and all you have to do is to translate those intentions with love.

In today's episode, Aaron Scotti, a Spiritual Coach, and an Executive Producer at Armory Films, talks about the importance of the connection of our mind, heart, and body! The state of your mind and the beliefs you hold dramatically affects your overall health. Aaron is a very inspiring man who has starred in many TV shows, movies and hit series like Grey's Anatomy. He, too, was the Executive Producer of the award-winning motion picture called The Peanut Butter Falcon! In this episode, Aaron and Danny also talk about love being our universal language, using our heart as our GPS, and understanding the nature of God!

Join Danny in this inspirational episode to learn more about how God works wonders and how crucial it is to be mindful of the words we say to ourselves!

Show Highlights:

• [05:19] Why Aaron decided to move from Conshohocken to Los Angeles.
• [09:10] His focus, goals, and struggles when he moved to Los Angeles.
• [13:02] Aaron had to hit rock bottom and become mentally fractured before he accepted he was sick.
• [17:40] When you heal your mind, your body naturally follows.
• [19:23] The experience made him realize how the mind and body are so connected.
• [25:22] All about the amazing film, The Peanut Butter Falcon.
• [28:56] Once you let go and get over your fear, you'll realize there is so much more you can achieve.
• [32:04] Let your heart be your GPS in life, and listen to your intuition.
• [37:00] You have to put your awareness on your heart and be still.
• [40:19] Aaron's understanding and definition of what God really is.
• [44:22] Every human is a fraction of God, and he is within us.
• [47:23] Love is the universal language, and we need to start being mindful of it.
• [52:41] Is Aaron planning to make more movies? What are his future plans?
• [54:57] Ignorance is no longer an option; don't be afraid of leaving your comfort zone.
• [59:18] Anything that you ever need is within you, don't guess how God works.

Links:

https://www.dannybader.com/

Contact Aaron Scotti:

https://twitter.com/AaronScotti

https://www.instagram.com/aaronscotti333/

https://m.facebook.com/groups/544831789552619/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-scotti-05010aa/

Every day we come Back To Life, and have the opportunity to take a look at our approach to life; and the principles that make up this approach. Simply put…your approach creates your life. jckrbbt® is an approach, a model, and a set of principles that are very powerful to change your life for the better and get you out of a dark place. These five principles, which Danny calls the jckrbbt® model have incredibly helped him get through his struggles and hold a more productive perspective on life, and always strive for fulfillment!

In today's episode, Danny talks about jckrbbt®. He's joined by his son, Joey Bader, an actor, and writer who recently graduated from a film school in LA. Danny and Joey discuss the principles of jckrbbt®, the screenplay Joey wrote, and their pursuit to make a film of Danny's first book, Back To Life: The Path of Resilience. Take a listen, and rest assured the five principles of jckrbbt® have the potential to impact and inspire you and millions of others. After coming back from his near-death experience, Danny is the living proof that these jckrbbt® principles are life-changing!

Join Danny in this inspirational episode to learn more about the jckrbbt® model and takeaways that will support you on your journey of life.

Links:

https://www.dannybader.com/

It has become very difficult for people to focus on the present because they have a lot of responsibilities. We tend to lose sight of who we are and take life so seriously. However, with meditation, you will achieve those moments of stillness that will allow you to relieve stress and make better decisions.

In today's episode, Josephine Atluri, a meditation coach and the host of the Responding to Life Podcast, talks about her journey, how to meditate, the importance of mindfulness, and being still. When she discovered meditation, she was slowly able to rise up from her struggles of infertility and decided to change her life. Now, she is passionate to share her knowledge and help other people overcome their struggles through meditation.

Join Danny in this inspirational episode to learn more about how meditation and stillness can positively transform your life.

Show Highlights:

• [01:27] The struggles that lead her to take on the path of helping people with their mindfulness with meditations.
• [04:20] Her darkest and most challenging time was when she lost her pregnancy carrying twins.
• [07:11] What helped her decide to change her life and adopt children?
• [10:12] The importance of disconnecting, being still, and meditating.
• [13:06] There are a lot of good meditation apps like Headspace, you just have to find what works best for you.
• [14:45] Disconnection doesn't mean you're going to be totally blank.
• [17:47] A two minute meditation with Josephine and Danny.
• [22:27] Start practicing self-care to combat your stress and anxiety.
• [24:35] Prevent your thoughts from continuing that pattern of constant negative self-talk.
• [26:03] Being aware will help you create steps to take care of yourself better.
• [30:35] Ways on how to stay connected to your best self.
• [32:57] Tips on how to incorporate meditation in your daily life.
• [36:16] Meditating will give you more time to focus on your tasks because it allows you to be calmer.
• [40:02] Enjoy your journey and just live in it!

Links:

https://www.dannybader.com/

Contact Josephine Atluri:

https://www.jatluri.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephine

https://www.instagram.com/josephineratluri/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSwu7X

The majority of people in our society are more connected to their screens than their loved ones. We lose a lot of precious time, and this abuse of always using our phones can negatively impact us. That is why we need to start learning ways to avoid this addiction and change our lives.

In today's episode, Dr. Lori Whatley, a Clinical Psychologist who specializes in the effects of digital device usage on both individuals and businesses, wrote the book Connected and Engaged. She shares interesting statistics about how we are all always using our screens, talks about how we compare ourselves to other people we see on Facebook, how this addiction can deprive us of our sleep, and possibly, ruin our relationships with other people. Dr. Lori and Danny also talk about the strategies we can do to balance our time using phones that will significantly help minimize our stress and become more at peace.

Join Danny in this inspirational episode to learn about the better life you can live by not being dependent on your phone and how you can achieve this with the help of Dr. Lori!

Show Highlights:

• [02:45] Dr. Lori is a bookworm who tries to read one to up to two books a week!
• [04:03] You will face a lot of obstacles in your life, and you will get through them even when you thought you wouldn't.
• [05:25] Faith is the strongest element in Dr. Lori's toolbox that helps her overcome her struggles.
• [06:30] How did she develop the idea and decide to write her book, Connected and Engaged?
• [08:20] Some startling statistics of people and their addiction to their phones and technology.
• [11:27] $92 billion a year is lost in the workplace due to people being on their social media.
• [12:54] Technology is a wonderful thing that connects a lot of people, but balance is the key.
• [17:20] The pandemic has made many of us dependent on being online because we have to do our work and communicate with people far away.
• [18:58] The light emitted by our phones can halt the production of melatonin in your body.
• [20:30] When we want to change our lives, we need to start with small changes.
• [21:40] Stillness is such a powerful state for us that can give us peace and warmness.
• [24:26] The people making these apps and technologies know how to keep us coming back.
• [26:32] Comparison is the thief of joy, and not everything we see on social media is real!
• [29:10] We experience a lot of relational disconnection when we are too focused on our phones.
• [32:30] Strategies to pull yourself away from being on your screen all the time.
• [36:40] Be still, clear yourself from bad habits, and cultivate your curiosity.

Links:

https://www.dannybader.com/

Contact Dr. Lori Whatley:

https://drloriwhatley.com/

https://www.instagram.com/drloriwhatley/

https://www.facebook.com/drloriwhatley

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lori-whatley

Resources:

https://www.amazon.com/Connected-Engaged

A lot of people in the world try to control situations that are uncontrollable. They become stuck in those events and lose sight of the great things that lie ahead in their future. Don't let those bad days define you and keep working towards your next possession.

In today's episode, Mike McGlothlin, the Executive Vice President of Retirement at Ash Brokerage, provides insight about the importance of vision, being still, controlling the controllables, and getting through difficult times. Mike and Danny also talk about his books, web series, how he rose from the tragic time in his life when he lost his first wife, and the Go-Giver book by Bob Burg and John D. Mann.

Join Danny in this inspirational episode to learn more about the go-giver philosophy, not letting the unfortunate events dictate your future, and just keep moving forward.

Show Highlights:

• [03:33] The principles Mike learned from the legendary Coach Bob Knight.
• [08:05] Practice towards your potential and figure out your next possession.
• [10:15] The story of his first wife committing suicide after 24 years of marriage.
• [14:18] There's a better world and a better life out there. It all starts with your vision.
• [17:53] He had great people helping and supporting him through his difficult time.
• [18:52] The importance of being still and cognizant of the opportunities around you.
• [21:12] The more you are quiet, the more that you actually hear.
• [22:43] What are the four major demographic shifts affecting retirement planning now because of the pandemic?
• [26:14] Just keep controlling the controllable. There are things you can't control.
• [26:50] All about the Go-Giver book and philosophy.
• [28:16] Books that Mike wrote and his most recent publication.
• [29:23] What does Mike do in his morning routine since the pandemic?
• [31:05] Setting a positive mentality for the day with journaling and being grateful.
• [32:40] Provide value, always be authentic, and be open to receiving help

Links:

https://www.dannybader.com/

Contact Mike McGlothlin:

https://www.ashbrokerage.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcglothlin/

http://mcgspeaks.com/

https://twitter.com/McGSpeaks

Books by Mike McGlothlin:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/

https://freethrowsforpros.com/

Resources:

https://highperformancepractice.com/

https://www.amazon.com/Go-Giver-Expanded-

On our journey of life, we have these little races that we start and finish. These races are sometimes full of joy and happiness, but can also be full of sadness, challenges, and doubt. And, it is in those moments where we really need to press on. In today's episode, Coach Steve Dolan, the director and the head coach of the cross country and the track and field program at the University of Pennsylvania, provides some insight and coaching on how to run those races in your life, especially in this time of the pandemic where everything feels uncertain. Coach Dolan and Danny also talk about why positive self-talk is so important, why we must look for silver linings in what's happening right now, and why we should trust that the opportunities will come and that we have to prepare for it. Join Danny in this inspirational episode to learn more about what you can do in certain times of challenge and uncertainty. Show Highlights: ● [01:31] Life is not a race. It's a journey. ● [04:47] What the pandemic has done to the University of Pennsylvania cross country and track & field team ● [05:58] Suppressing your frustration and upsetness as a leader ● [07:59] Coping with the changes in your own way ● [10:40] Making the best out of a challenging situation ● [11:12] Surrendering to something bigger than us ● [14:14] What can you do in times of challenge and uncertainty? ● [15:42] Why exercise is vital, especially in times of difficulty ● [16:47] Positive self-talk is so powerful ● [17:53] The power of Positive Psychology ● [18:59] The importance of habits and routines ● [21:05] The concept of having fun while chasing your potential ● [21:46] What can you do today to make yourself better? ● [23:15] What are you doing to move to your potential? ● [23:59] Looking for the silver linings in what's happening right now ● [26:15] Trusting that opportunities will come, and preparing for them ● [30:11] Focusing on what you can control - There are things you can control, and there are things you have to accept. ● [33:02] Valuing the chances to be with people and have experiences

Links:

https://www.dannybader.com/

Contact Coach Dolan:

https://twitter.com/upenncoachdolan Resources: https://penntrackcamps.com/staff.php https://pennathletics.com/

Coach Dolan's quotes: "What can we do to pull ourselves together, and say, what can we do with this situation?" "I've been inspired by the response of our team." "I've been very impressed with the young people and how they've been resilient." "I'm confident there are a lot of brilliant people in this world, and there will be a vaccine, and there will be a new day." "There are outlets for everybody." "There is some compassion to this because we're all in this together."

Often times, what we're looking for is already inside of us. Tuning into our animal instincts is all we need to get aligned with our passions, find our happiness, and create the life we want.

In today's episode, Tabitha Scott, the author of Trust Your Animal Instincts, discusses how we can become more in tune with our intuition and get aligned with our values. Tab and Danny talk about why we should take more risks, follow our gut, and why living a life outside of our passions can lead to burnout.

Join Danny in this inspirational episode to learn more about how to embrace an emotional perspective of life and find happiness in your day-to-day habits.

Show Highlights:

• Tabitha shares how growing up her parents drove perfectionism in her life and implemented a mentality to push boundaries in their parenting style
• What is the "should" monster and how it leads to burnout
• How to put up a shield and protect your energy
• Using logic-based framework versus emotions and vibrations
• What Tabitha learned in Costa Rica and how nature helped her reconnect with her spirit
• How we can create our own happiness and connect with God
• How to start practicing being still and why you should do it
• Focusing on resistance means you can't focus on growth
• Finding a sense of self-fulfillment is up to you and can be found anywhere
• How to leverage your energy and stay positive most often
• What people can do to get out of a funk
• Believing in your intuition and trusting it is vital to get in tune with yourself
• Aligning yourself with your passion can help you get more in tune with your happiness
• Trust versus hope
• What is energy and why can we tap into it
• How to shed your skin and let go...and why you must do this
• Ask for what you want
• Finding incremental habits to change to create the experience you want
• Why you should tune into your happiness, listen to your intuition, and take risks

Links:

https://www.dannybader.com

Contact Tab:

Purchase Trust Your Animal Instincts

https://powering-potential.com

Today's guest, John Breen, is a recovered alcoholic who turned his life around and founded Fitness in Recovery. In his conversation with Danny, John shares what his battle with addiction looked like and what resources helped him find sobriety.

He discusses how the support of his community, God, and fitness has helped him establish a healthier mindset, as well as help others do the same. John and Danny talk about the mental struggles behind addictions and other various aspects of mental health that you can learn to navigate.

Join Danny in this conversation to learn more about John's story and how you too can rewrite your story.

Show Highlights:

• John shares his story growing up in Philadelphia
• John talks about his progression of struggling with alcoholism
• Withdrawal can be mistaken for anxiety and you have to learn how to manage it
• John discusses when he hit rock bottom and the pivotal moment it took for him to become sober
• Poor mental and physical health are both contributors to mass preventable deaths
• John shares how he founded Fitness in Recovery
• What is mental health and are there levels of it
• How do we get the positive chemical releases in our day-to-day life
• Improving our unconscious contact with God can improve our mental health
• Anything that benefits our nervous system is very valuable
• Meditation has a psychological response to improve our health
• The support of the community and asking for help is the most supportive way to stop substance abuse
• We often compare ourselves to others and think that we can't achieve what others do because they're different
• John's experiences with sobriety have put him on a spiritual path
• John talks about the new online course Fitness in Recovery is launching

Links:

https://www.dannybader.com

Contact John:

https://fitnessinrecovery.org

Learning to take life for what it is and make the best of it is one of the most freeing things you can ever do. It's important to let go of our impulses for control and to let life happen to us. Today's guest, Bruce Serbin, has worked as a publicist for over 20 years and has recently published his own book, Pull the Stick out of Your @$$.

In this conversation with Danny Bader, Bruce shares what it truly means to live lightly and have a positive vision for yourself. They discuss the importance of having the ability to laugh at yourself, putting yourself first, and not taking life too seriously. Join Danny in this light and uplifting episode to learn more about how you can find freedom in your own journey.

Show Highlights:

• Bruce shares what drew him to tv and various experiences he's had in his career
• Bruce talks about his new book and what inspired it
• Pulling the stick out means to live lightly, let things go and go with the flow
• There's a behavioral aspect of ourselves we can learn to control outside of mental health imbalances
• Learning to laugh at yourself takes the power from everyone else
• Stopping the urge to plan everything is another strategy to let go of being uptight
• Integrating spontaneity and self-care into daily life can relieve stress
• Putting yourself first isn't selfish and puts you in a situation to be of service to others
• Overcoming panic attacks is no easy task but there are strategies to help connect you back to the present moment
• Hardship brings lessons and growth
• Finding safety and comfort in yourself
• Bruce discusses reflecting on life and the importance of being present
• Realistic thinking is the goal, not toxic positivity
• Recognizing you need help and not being afraid to get it is the first step to making progress
• Laugh off and learn from your mistakes instead of dwelling on them
• Being nice is more important than ever

Links:

https://www.dannybader.com

Contact Bruce:

http://pullthestick.com

http://serbinmedia.com

Resources:

http://www.phobia-anxiety.org