Gravity

"That's where the growth is. It's not about all the tricks, it's just about the consistency, creating that new pattern. And then once you create that new pattern, you can start to be the architect of the life that you want." – Joshua Steckel

Today on Gravity:

• Joshua’s childhood and being homeschooled
• Joshua’s weight loss journey in adolescence and developing lasting habits
• How Joshua uses his faith to guide him in becoming the best version of himself
• Joshua discovered breathwork practice while recovering from serious injuries in his 20s
• Breathwork as part of the GRO Transformational Wellness Program at the Green|House community
• Building lasting health habits 

Connect with Joshua Steckel:

• Instagram: @j_smooth_movement, @prismperformancecenter
• Website: prism-performance-center.com

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST:

• The Gravity Podcast - Available on Apple and Spotify

LEARN MORE ABOUT GRAVITY:

• Website: gravityproject.com
• Instagram: @gravitycolumbus

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HOST:

• Website: brettkaufman.com
• Instagram: @brettkaufman

"You don't have to publish, you don't have to be a writer in terms of writing a book, but you've just got to, you've got to write to author a great life." – Chet Scott

Today on Gravity:

• Reframing self-talk and learning to speak into yourself 
• Running on fear versus running on love
• Overcoming adversity and finding gratitude
• The power of journaling and authoring your own life

Connect with Chet Scott:

• LinkedIn: Chet Scott
• Website: builttolead.com

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST:

• The Gravity Podcast - Available on Apple and Spotify

LEARN MORE ABOUT GRAVITY:

• The Gravity Project
• Gravity on Instagram

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HOST:

• Brett Kaufman
• Brett Kaufman on Instagram

"There's something bigger than you or I, an energy that is more powerful. I think that being able to recognize the fact that there is something more powerful than my being and that's a good thing that we don't have all that control." – Nicole Davis

ATTENTION: This episode contains discussions of topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Please check the show notes prior to listening.

Today on Gravity:

• Nicole’s childhood and growing up in Los Angeles
• Navigating her mother’s addiction and suicide with the support of her father
• Nicole’s adolescence and her own struggle with substance abuse
• Getting sober and becoming a mother
• Developing a community and launching a business through social media

Connect with Nicole Davis:

• Instagram: mamanicoledavis, @foundgoods, @houragency
• Website: foundgoodsvintage.com

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST:

• The Gravity Podcast - Available on Apple and Spotify

LEARN MORE ABOUT GRAVITY:

• The Gravity Project
• Gravity on Instagram

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HOST:

• Brett Kaufman

Brett Kaufman on Instagram

“It's so fun to see this community organically grow. And nothing makes me happier than when I teach group training and seeing the group form new friendships. it's beautiful.”– Kara Shaffer

Today on Gravity:

• Kara’s childhood and growing up as a competitive gymnast
• Becoming a collegiate athlete
• Changing course on a path to self-discovery and acceptance
• Kara pursuing coaching and uncovering her calling to teach others
• Developing a career as a fitness coach
• Kara’s role in the Green|House GRO program as the expert for movement

Connect with Kara Shaffer:

• Instagram: @karashaffermoves
• Website: karashaffermoves.com

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST:

• The Gravity Podcast - Available on Apple and Spotify

LEARN MORE ABOUT GRAVITY:

• The Gravity Project
• Gravity on Instagram

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HOST:

• Brett Kaufman
• Brett Kaufman on Instagram

"But the real birth of this huge wellness journey that I'm trying to impart on the world and make my impact started well before I was 10 years old, I always had this idea, big ideology of, ‘well, nobody's gonna do it. I'm gonna do it’” – Sean Carroo

Today on Gravity:

• Sean’s early years and how he found a passion for health and wellness from an early age after witnessing his mother’s own health struggles
• Sean’s experience as an athlete and developing a passion for fitness
• Pursuing education in fitness recovery and health optimization
• Using technology and data to optimize health in his business
• Sean’s role in the Green|House GRO program as the expert for sleep

Connect with Sean Carroo:

• Instagram: @sean_carroo, @wellness_flow
• Website: wellnessflowllc.com

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST:

• The Gravity Podcast - Available on Apple and Spotify

LEARN MORE ABOUT GRAVITY:

• The Gravity Project
• Gravity on Instagram

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HOST:

• Brett Kaufman
• Brett Kaufman on Instagram

"I learned from my father that in life we have these convincing experiences. And sometimes they're just the most mundane, stupid little thing. But it's a convincing experience where you're like, I don't know what's next, but it's better than where I am right now.” – Kate Borges

Today on Gravity:

• Kate’s unique childhood and relationship with her parents
• Her journey to wellness and blossoming in the process
• Navigating life after divorce and finding herself along the way
• Starting a new chapter with her husband Matt
• Finding strength and resilience in the face of uncertainty
• Building a business with a passion for helping others

Connect with Kate Borges:

• Instagram: @massage_garage_bexley
• Website: mgkate.com

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST:

• The Gravity Podcast - Available on Apple and Spotify

LEARN MORE ABOUT GRAVITY:

• The Gravity Project
• Gravity on Instagram

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HOST:

• Brett Kaufman
• Brett Kaufman on Instagram

“What it means to make sure archive and history doesn't disappear is something I realized is the power of art and photography.” – Tariq Tarey

Today on Gravity:

• Tariq’s journey from war torn Somalia to seeking asylum in the United States
• Adapting to cultural nuances as an immigrant
• The current tension and division in American culture and the strength of the middle
• Closing the gap between refugees and the larger community
• The power of photography in archiving refugee stories

Connect with Tariq Tarey:

• Instagram: @tariqtarey
• Website: tariqtarey.com

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST:

• The Gravity Podcast - Available on Apple and Spotify

LEARN MORE ABOUT GRAVITY:

• The Gravity Project
• Gravity on Instagram

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HOST:

• Brett Kaufman
• Brett Kaufman on Instagram

“If I die today, am I proud of what I've done? And I was like, I've got so much more inside me that I want to put out in the world beforehand.” — Sean Sweeney

Today on Gravity:

• How Sean overcame loss, grief, and unresolved trauma
• Sean's pivot from law and acting to real estate development
• The critical role of therapy in personal and professional growth
• Breaking into the real estate industry and conquering significant challenges
• How Sean built impactful, thoughtfully designed community development projects

Connect with Sean Sweeney:

• Instagram: @seansweeney
• Website: seandsweeney.com

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST:

• The Gravity Podcast - Available on Apple and Spotify

LEARN MORE ABOUT GRAVITY:

• The Gravity Project
• Gravity on Instagram

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HOST:

• Brett Kaufmam
• Brett Kaufman on Instagram

“If I die today, am I proud of what I've done? And I was like, I've got so much more inside me that I want to put out in the world beforehand.” — Sean Sweeney

Today on Gravity:

• How Sean overcame loss, grief, and unresolved trauma
• Sean's pivot from law and acting to real estate development
• The critical role of therapy in personal and professional growth
• Breaking into the real estate industry and conquering significant challenges
• How Sean built impactful, thoughtfully designed community development projects

Connect with Sean Sweeney:

• Instagram: @seansweeney
• Website: seandsweeney.com

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST:

• The Gravity Podcast - Available on Apple and Spotify

LEARN MORE ABOUT GRAVITY:

• The Gravity Project
• Gravity on Instagram

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HOST:

• Brett Kaufman
• Brett Kaufman on Instagram

“I believe that the most healed people in the world do not give a f*ck what other people think about them, because they have given themselves the freedom of identity. They've allowed themselves the space to be themselves.” — Michael Unbroken

CONTENT WARNING: This podcast episode may contain potentially sensitive or triggering content (i.e. mental health and suicide). Listener discretion is advised.

Today on Gravity:

• Michael's journey through self-destruction to self-awareness leading to self-reinvention
• Overcoming childhood traumas of abuse and neglect
• How Michael initially coped with traumas through substance abuse and harmful behaviors
• The role of therapy, self-reflection, and the importance of community in Michael's recovery
• Empowering others to overcome trauma and find their identity

Connect with Michael Unbroken:

• Instagram: @michaelunbroken
• Website: thinkunbroken.com
• Podcast: Think Unbroken Podcast

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST:

• The Gravity Podcast - Available on Apple and Spotify

LEARN MORE ABOUT GRAVITY:

• The Gravity Project
• Gravity on Instagram

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HOST:

• Brett Kaufmam
• Brett Kaufman on Instagram

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions