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In this episode I speak with Adrian Logan. Adrian runs the YouTube by his own name “Adrian Logan” where is documents his own self-discovery journey. Adrian talks about his journey of prioritizing happiness/fulfillment over stability. We talk about how it's getting harder and harder to find real stability these days that it's better for people to pursue their passions.

Adrian talks about his minimalistic lifestyle that he chose to pursue. He talks about getting rid of stuff from his past that wasn’t serving him. He talks about understanding when you are getting your identity from your things or past experiences. We also talk about how your image of yourself and what you identify with changes over time and not to get too attached to it.

Adrian talks about how there is always positive seed in a negative situation and learning to shift the way you look at situations. Adrian talks about doing a 5-day water fast because he wanted the mental challenge and tells us about his experience. Adrian talks about writing down all his insecurities and how being open with them allowed him to get over them.

YouTube Channel – Adrian Logan

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In this episode I speak with Thomas Ciampa. Thomas is a young professional who has a great story of self-transformation and personal development. Thomas tells us of being a young athlete who got caught up in the party lifestyle. Thomas shares the difficulty of losing his identity of being an athlete after high school and how lost that made him feel.  

Thomas and I talk about how there is never a “quick fix” in the personal development journey and learning to enjoy the process. Thomas talks about the importance of finding a mentor with similar values with you and has the life that you want to emulate. We talk about our problem with over thinking and the power of just learning to take action right away. 

Thomas tells us about learning to live a life based on values rather than popularity. He also shares breaking the cycle of addiction that runs through his family. He talks about the importance of taking complete ownership over your life and circumstances and how that’s the first step in self transformation. We also talk about the pessimism in younger generations.  

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In this Episode I speak with author of “Success Left a Clue” Robert Raymond Riopel. Robert has trained over half a million people around the world in personal development. Robert explains some of the “fear-based thinking” that holds so many people back in life. Robert talks about different principles that lead to success in life. 

Robert talks about the importance of mentorship and looking for someone who has done what you want to do. Robert also talks about how we decide to look at a situation changes how we act in that situation. We also talk about the downsides of being a “people pleaser” and how you never really have a true identity when you do. 

Robert talks about have multiple back surgery and been completely bed ridden for weeks. He talks about the soul searching he went through during that time. Robert also shares “the 4 currencies of life” that he outlines in his book and understanding these can give you a more fulfilling life. 

https://robertriopel.com/ 

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In this episode I speak with author of "The Official Depression Relief Playbook" Zack Rutledge. Zack is a physical trainer, nutritionist, and now going back to school for his masters to become a certified Psychotherapist. Zack takes us into his history of depression and his journey coming out of it. He tells us that there is no "silver bullet" to beat depression and anxiety but explains the small steps that can be taken to overcome these ailments.  

Zack tells us of the routines he introduced into his life that helped him gain stability and motivation. We talk about the importance of goal setting and also how failing to hit a goal can cause you to fall back into a depression. We talk about the importance of learning to not beat yourself up all the time. He explains how people with depression need to practice forgiveness for themselves and others. 

Zack shares how finding the right therapist can be super helpful. We talk about the importance of a good mental diet, and staying away from angry ideologies that are all over the internet. Zack also explains “box breathing” and its benefits. Zack talks about the science and benefits of visualization. 

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In this episode I speak with attorney and author Kirk Nurmi. Kirk rose to international prominence as the lead council for infamous Jodi Arias murder trial. Kirk talks about the stress of representing clients who may get the death penalty. He shares the media circus surrounding the Jodi Arias trial when it became a global event and the death threats and isolation he felt as a result.  

Kirk tells us about getting cancer after the trial and knowing that the cancer came from the stress of the trial. He talks about needing the find self-worth before going to chemotherapy. Kirk tells us about finding spirituality during chemotherapy with the help of different mentors. 

Kirk and I also talk about the power of mindset. He talks about looking at the events in life as not happening to you, but for you. Kirk shares some of his self-care routine to build a stronger mindset and bring more gratitude in his life. Kirk also gives us some tips on how to get rid of excessive worrying.  

https://kirknurmi.com/

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In this episode I speak with Dr Robin Mazumder. Robin is a neuroscientist who researches how urban environments effect our mental health. He tells us how we can build environments that help facilitate joy in people's lives. He shares the many cities he visited around the world and things we can learn from them.  

Robin talks about how humans need connection. He shares how design and art can increase social interaction. Robin tells us about going to “Burning Man” which is basically an experimental city in the desert. He shares how transformative the experience was and how it influenced his views on the world. 

Robin talks about his background as an occupational therapist. He shares the ups and downs of the job, and how it influenced his interest in mental health issues in society. Robin also talks about his spirituality has been influenced by being a scientist and also practicing yoga for many years. 

Follow Robin on Instagram/Twitter - @robinmazumder 

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In this episode I speak with CEO of “Fatso High Performance Peanut Butter” Jill Van Gyn. Jill tells her story of dealing with addiction and being suicidal. She shares going in and out of treatment and how living in a “recovery house” worked to help get her clean. She shares her story of eventually buying Fatso and getting an investment on the TV show “Dragon’s Den”. 

We talk about how now a Master’s Degree does not guarantee you a job anymore. She tells us about the type depression she felt when she was unemployed. She shares how she got fed up with trying to find a job in her field and ended up buying Fatso. 

Jill talks about trying to find meaning and spirituality in life. She explains how it's hard to believe in God after experiencing so much pain, loss and unfairness in the world. She shares how she could never become an Atheist because she felt it was just like a religion. She shares how the changes she’s been through in her life has made her a more giving person.

https://eatfatso.com/

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In this episode I speak with wellness consultant Tyrone Morales. Tyrone tells us how he helps people experience a life full of health and vitality. Tyrone comes from a sports background and we talk about the importance of sports for community and individual development.  

Tyrone talks about bringing balance into the masculine and feminine parts of himself. We talk about different psychological archetypes that are expressed in people and how you can identify these archetypes and express them in a healthy way. Tyrone also tells us about the CAN acronym he developed that is great tool for self-discovery. 

Tyrone shares different stories from mythology about how we bring back wisdom from our unique experiences and then share them with others. He shares how transformation and growth happen from a mythological perspective. We also talk about the importance of introducing some sort of discomfort into your life. 

https://tyronemorales.com/

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In this episode I talk with Jeff Corntassel (PhD) who is from the Cherokee nation and teaches Indigenous studies at the University of Victoria. Jeff tells us about the history of his people and how they were kicked off their land and how the Cherokee commemorate it. Jeff tells us about the values that are in Cherokee laws and society.  

Jeff tells us about how community and the roll you play in community is an integral part of Cherokee society. We talk about the lack of these contributes to the mental health problems in society right now. We also talk about the importance of coming-of-age ceremonies that help transition people through different parts of life. 

Jeff talks about the importance of story for letting us know how to live, to remember, and to change for the future. Jeff tells us about how change starts from a vision and then reverberates out from you. Jeff also tells us how we need to create more empowering stories. 

https://www.corntassel.net/

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In this episode I speak with Ayurvedic doctor Victor Briere and Kundalini Yoga teacher Joe Rich. Ayruvedic medicine is the sister science of Kundalini Yoga practiced for over 5000 years originating in India. Victor and Joe talk about the holistic approach to health and wellness that Ayurveda takes. They talk about how us as individuals and our body parts are not isolated people or organs but only exist within a whole. 

Victor talks about how in Ayruvedic medicine they look at disease more as an imbalance. He talks about the link between stress and disease. He talks about the Vegas Nerve and how it affects our mental and physical health. He also talks about the link between the Vegas nerve and addiction. 

Victor also talks about the age-old skill of seeing the state of someone's health by reading their pulse. He also talks about the prevalence of auto immune diseases in our society and explains how Ayruvedic handles it. Joe also talks about what an Ayurveda diet looks like and how different people need different diets. 

https://www.iiayurveda.com/

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