Curious Navel

Doug transitioned from pro wrestling to sales but from his perspective, they are no different – everyone is a natural salesman whether you are asking your parents for a toy or asking someone for a date. My goal is to hang with Doug and hope some of his natural Zen attitude rubs off on me – right after I watch his YouTube show, Cooking with Beer…with a beer.

He became an athlete to avoid being bullied and played football in college, but it wasn't until he was comfortably miserable at a desk job that he turned his passion for fitness into a personal training and self-defense business. And at the core of his coaching is a simple rule – have empathy and don't live for anyone else's approval.

Marvin is definitely the person you want to answer when you contact a call center. He will resolve your issue with his kind and easy-going manner. He's willing to dive off a mountain in a wing suit, doesn't worry about fear, and finds his joy in just hanging with his friends and playing video games. We could all use some Marvin attitude in our day.

Whether working with her digital marketing clients or producing a burlesque show, Kate is a kind and charming truth teller. She ignores her fears but will help you with yours – unless it's finally the day she puts herself first.

Shmuel moved to Israel not only for his spiritual journey, but also for the culture, the people, and the proximity to nature. His health coaching venture embraces his belief that keeping it simple and incorporating mindfulness and spirituality is key to complete health. His modesty, honesty, and perspective on addressing fear is certain to resonate.

If you are looking for a trusted advisor, look no further. Jeff shared the straightforward guidance on which his clients rely that will stay with me as well -- set your core values and remind yourself of them daily, remain true to who you are, and remember that you can improve your future based on what you've learned in the past.

Though Frankie has not needed her back up plan, she doesn't consider it wasted time. She's a musician/singer/songwriter who cherishes her independence and knows how important it is to simply show up for your creativity – even if it finds you because a stranger has you ticked off.

Once a Long Islander, always a Long Islander. But Paul does more than love the Yankees and the beach, he is a compassionate teacher whose goal is to lend his support when someone is struggling. He lives his mission through his early intervention and education drug program – and his empathy skills came in handy when he met his wife.

With seven kids in his blended family and a full-time business to run Hugh should be stressed but he loves it all – work, family, and friends. He's acquired his emotional intelligence along the way and has great advice for all of us – have no regrets but start sooner.

After over 130 episodes, I've been struggling with how to keep Curious Navel fresh and interesting when people know what I'm going to ask. While I do my best to pick up nuggets that an answer reveals and explore the stranger I'm trying to get to know, I think it's time to change it up and start fresh with a new set of questions. But first, since I thought you might be curious to know how I would have answered the questions I've been asking, Steve will interview me. In full disclosure, I thought ahead about some of my answers, but really enjoyed the curve balls Steve threw me.