Clinician, Heal Thyself

Do you struggle with energy? There could be a number of reasons for this - from a dietary allergy to an unconfessed sin. In this episode, I share two practical insights I've gained over the last couple years that have enabled me to live with more energy and enthusiasm. As humans, we are "a unity of the spiritual and the physical" and these insights are relevant to both your body and soul! I think this episode will help you grow in faith and feel better!

You probably ought to give this episode to hopeless, young losers...er, I mean hopeless, young men and women you know...or maybe just take the lessons of this episode into your own heart and life! The reality is, so many people complain that the culture and economy are not conducive to happiness and success...but my 19-year-old guest (he might be 20) is proof this is definitely not the case: Stephan du Plooy...Multi-Billionaire (no, not really...not yet) Founder and CEO of Motion Media, faithful Catholic, ardent anti-Communist, and Entrepreneurial Wonder Boy joins me in the studio and we talk about mindset, work ethic, opportunity, and faith! No matter how old you are, I'm confident this conversation will give you hope, give you good food for thought, and give you no excuse not to go all in all pursuing faith, happiness, and success! Connect with Steph at motionmediaweb.com or @stephduplooy on Instgram.

Former NFL football player and current health coach Brad St. Louis joins me today to talk about his journey to Jesus, taking ownership of your life and faith, the importance of accountability, and the principles that have helped Brad succeed on and off the field. A former standout football player for Missouri State University and an NFL veteran who played ten years for the Cincinnatti Bengals, Brad is a faithful husband, loving father, skilled coach, and man who sincerely wants others to maximize their potential and make the most of their lives. Find him online: bradstlouis.com or @bradst.louis on Instagram.

I want to talk today about the attitude that we can and should embrace as we navigate the various crises that we encounter here on planet Earth. I want to propose that what we embrace is what I call "Happy Realism." In this episode, I illustrate the concept with a reference to a geeky fantasy movie and (hopefully) demonstrate that the concept is 100 percent consistent with the teachings of Jesus. Not gonna lie...I was feeling pretty reflective and melancholy when I recorded this, but I do end on a note of hope and triumph!

Listen to this quick announcement from Vaughn - recorded on his iPhone - to let you know about some important changes for Lent! 

Overcoming several life obstacles through grit and the grace of Jesus, entrepreneur Mckenzie Ryan has gotten in shape, crushed her business goals, and taken a mighty leap forward in pursuing her God-given potential. In this episode, I enjoyed a wide-ranging conversation with Mckenzie; covering everything from our call to Christ-centered greatness to practical tips for success in life and business in general and sales in particular. Connect with Mckenzie on Instagram: @kenzbenzzzz

How does your circle of friends impact your ability to make the most of your life? How does your local community contribute to your personal and professional success - and elevate your ability to make an impact on the world? In this episode, I talk about these things with my long-time friend Ron Ratliff, who is a veteran librarian, scholar, Beatles and Elvis aficianado, and lover of all things Narnia and Middle Earth. We also talk about how a small, ride-or-die group of English friends - who called themselves The Inklings - barely ever left their home town and still made a massive impact on Planet Earth.

Do you know what the science and studies say is the #1 factor in achieving high levels of performance? Whether we're talking about excelling in sports, work, or even at home, the #1 factor...is confidence! When you truly believe that you are capable of achieving [fill in the blank], you are much more likely to actually achieve it! In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Ellen Reed to talk about how to develop confidence, as well as how confidence contributes to mental toughness, success, and happiness. As Ron Burgundy would say, Dr. Ellen is "kind've a big deal." A former professional dancer, Dr. Ellen is a best-selling author and performance coach. Along with Dr. Jason Selk, she co-authored the book, Relentless Solution Focus, and co-founded Level Up Game Plan, a masterclass and training app for mental toughness. Dr. Ellen is also my coach - and she has helped me immensely. Find her online at enhancedperformanceinc.com or connect with @drellenreed on Instagram.

No matter how old we are or where we're at in life, we are often tempted to think it's "too late." "Too late" to change the direction of our lives – whether that's personally or professionally. "Too late" to repair the damage we've done in a relationship. "Too late" to get right with God and end our final days well. There are a lot of biblical principles I could unpack to drive home just how irrational and patently false the "too late" mentality really is; but instead, I'd like to tell you the inspiring, hope-giving story of "Mom-Mom Em," my maternal grandmother, Emma Lotter. She lost a daughter to suicide and a husband to Emphysema. She went into deep depression for more than a decade. When she finally came out of it, she was well into her senior years. Did she think it was "too late" for her to really start to live? Not hardly! This was a special episode for me to record and I think you'll like it.

If you are going to pursue your God-given potential, you can't do it alone. You need to draw the right people to you, know how to lead and train them, and -- ultimately -- know how to love and serve them. If you do that, it's going to be a win/win/win: It will glorify God. It will be good for the people around you. And - yes - you yourself will gain something of value, whether that's more money, more influence, or just more happiness and success in life. In this episode, James Meehan, the founder and CEO of Elevated Education (a vibrant 7-figure company that is growing fast) joins Vaughn to discuss principles of leadership, team-building, and interpersonal relationships that are both biblical...and effective!