What if the most powerful therapy for a traumatized child isn’t talking… it’s PLAY?In this episode, two leading child therapists (Kalila Robinson, PhD & Sarah Gerstenzang, LCSW) reveal the science-backed, play-based strategies they use with foster, adopted, and developmentally traumatized kids that actually rewire the brain for safety, trust, and resilience.You’ll discover:

• The hidden difference between “big T” trauma and everyday upsets (most parents get this wrong)
• Why some kids throw the ball too hard, sabotage games, or can’t attach — and the simple fix
• The exact play techniques that calm a dysregulated nervous system in minutes
• How to turn everyday moments (baking, fishing, even unloading the dishwasher) into deep healing
• The #1 mistake adoptive/foster parents make that keeps kids stuck (and how to avoid it)
• Why “over-protecting” your child can accidentally make trauma worse

If you’re a parent, guardian, caregiver, teacher, or coach who wants to help kids feel safe and confident again — this episode will give you tools you can use TODAY.Purchase the Book on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/Self-Regulation-W...Connect with Kal:Dr. Kahlila Robinson: https://www.kahlilarobinsonphd.comSarah Gerstenzang: https://www.sarahgerstenzang.comNew York State Adoptive & Foster Family Coalition: https://affcny.org/SIf this helped you, hit the LIKE button and share it with one parent who needs to hear it today ❤️#childhoodtrauma #TraumaHealing #AdoptiveParenting #FosterCare #PlayTherapy #ParentingTips #EmotionalRegulation

In this powerful episode of Grow Yourself, Navy SEAL combat veteran and bestselling author Brent Gleeson reveals the mindset and relentless routines that took him from the battlefield to extraordinary personal and professional success.Fresh off the launch of his brand-new book "All In: The Pathway to Personal Growth and Professional Excellence" (released December 2, 2025), Brent shares raw, actionable insights on how to truly go ALL IN—choosing one meaningful goal, shedding distractions, breaking bad habits (including his own 2-year sobriety journey after daily drinking), crushing limiting beliefs, and building disciplined routines that lead to a life without regret.We dive deep into:

• The SEAL mindset of humility, continuous improvement, and craving feedback (even from Top Gun instructors!)
• How tragedy ignited Brent's urgent sense of purpose and total life transformation
• Growth vs. fixed mindset, overcoming ego, and why discomfort is the sign you're on the right path
• Practical frameworks: Morning routines (inspired by the 20/20/20 formula), habit-building, and the "discipline over regret" imperative
• The epilogue's profound message: Dream big, start small, act NOW—because time is finite and action is the only antidote to fear

Whether you're stuck in a rut, chasing high performance, or ready to level up as a leader, parent, or human—this conversation is a wake-up call to stop settling and start living with full commitment.Grab Brent's new book: All In here (a portion of proceeds supports the SEAL Family Foundation): https://www.amazon.com/All-Pathway-Pe...Connect with Brent:

• LinkedIn:   / brentgleeson-takingpoint  
• Instagram: @brent_gleeson (search "brent gleeson" on IG)
• Accelerate (his B2B leadership software/company): https://www.exlr8.ai/
• SEAL Family Foundation: https://sealfamilyfoundation.org/

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In this episode of Grow Yourself, cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Carmen Simon reveals the brain-based secrets behind influence, memory, and why some people and ideas stick while others disappear.If you’ve ever wondered why people forget most of what they hear, how to communicate so others actually remember you, or how to become more influential in leadership, business, and life — this conversation will change the way you think.Dr. Simon explains:• why the brain forgets 90% of what we say• how to “control your 10%” so people remember the right things• why visual thinking and concrete context beat abstract messages• how emotion, arousal, and attention shape memory• the difference between influence and manipulation• how neuroscience and AI are beginning to converge• and how to become more memorable, trustworthy, and effectiveThis episode is a masterclass in neuroscience-based communication — practical, ethical, and deeply insightful.Watch to learn:• how to craft messages that influence behavior• how memory drives every decision people make• how to prime the brain for attention and retention• how leaders can communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact• how to grow yourself using the science of attention and memoryIf you want to become a more influential leader, communicator, or human being, this conversation is for you.About Dr. Carmen SimonDr. Simon is a cognitive neuroscientist, Chief Science Officer at Corporate Visions, and author of Impossible to Ignore and Made You Look. She is one of the world’s leading experts on how memory shapes influence and decision-making.Connect with Carmen:• LinkedIn:   / drcarmensimon  • Enhancive: https://www.enhancive.com• Memorable Locals Community: https://memorable.locals.com• Books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Carmen+Sim...🔗Connect with Kevin McNulty🐦 X (Twitter): @kevinspeaks2u💼 LinkedIn: @kevinmcnultyspeaks📘 Facebook: @kevinrichardmcnulty📸 Instagram: @kevinmcnultyspeaks🌐 LinkTree: linktr.ee/kevinmcnulty#neuroscience #influencer #communicationskills #leadershipdevelopment #CarmenSimon #growyourselfpodcast #personaldevelopment #memory #brainscience #selfimprovement

There are iconic brands, and then there are iconic leaders. In this episode of Grow Yourself, Kevin sits down with Melvin Keebler, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the world-famous Jack Daniel’s Distillery.Jack Daniel’s is one of the most recognizable brands on the planet, but what does it take to lead a company with that level of history, legacy, and cultural impact? Melvin’s answer is simple. Iconic leadership begins with character. It is built through consistency, humility, integrity, and the way you treat people every single day.In this powerful conversation, Kevin and Melvin explore:• What it means to have a Personal Leadership Brand• Why iconic leadership is rooted in simple, timeless values• Melvin’s journey from the U.S. Navy to leading Jack Daniel’s• How to lead with respect, courage, and emotional maturity• The culture behind one of America’s most iconic brandsIf you want a masterclass in leadership that is real, human, and grounded, this episode will stay with you.🔗Connect with Melvin:LinkedIn: @melvin-keebler-40455751🔗Connect with Kevin McNulty🐦 X (Twitter): @kevinspeaks2u💼 LinkedIn: @kevinmcnultyspeaks📘 Facebook: @kevinrichardmcnulty📸 Instagram: @kevinmcnultyspeaks🌐 LinkTree: linktr.ee/kevinmcnulty#Leadership #PersonalLeadershipBrand #JackDaniels #MelvinKeebler #GrowYourselfPodcast #LeadershipDevelopment #ValuesBasedLeadership #NavyVeteran #IconicBrand #ProfessionalGrowth #HumanSkills #LeadWithIntegrity

What happens when you wake up one day and realize… you’ve lost yourself?

In this powerful episode, therapist and author Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT joins Kevin to explore the deep emotional patterns that cause us to disconnect from who we truly are. From codependency and shame to narcissistic relationships and early childhood dynamics, Darlene shares decades of wisdom to help you understand why you may have given your identity away—and how to begin reclaiming it.Whether you’re healing from a toxic relationship, navigating major life transitions, or simply feel stuck, this conversation offers truth, hope, and tools for your personal growth journey.Topics we cover:- The hidden ways we “give away” our identity- What it means to lose yourself in relationships- How trauma and shame distort self-worth- Why intuition matters—and how to trust it- Practical steps to reconnect with your real self🔗Connect with Darlene:https://whatiscodependency.comhttps://darlenelancer.com/Instagram: @darlenelancerlmftFacebook: facebook.com/darlene.lancerLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/darlenelancerYouTube: youtube.com/c/darlenelancerBooks: Codependency for Dummies, Conquering Shame and Codependency, Dating, Loving, and Leaving a Narcissist, Unfettered Soulshttps://www.amazon.com/s?k=Darlene+Lancer&i=audible🔗Connect with Kevin McNulty🐦 X (Twitter): @kevinspeaks2u💼 LinkedIn: @kevinmcnultyspeaks📘 Facebook: @kevinrichardmcnulty📸 Instagram: @kevinmcnultyspeaks🌐 LinkTree: linktr.ee/kevinmcnulty

In this powerful episode of the Grow Yourself Podcast, host Kevin McNulty sits down with leadership expert, author, and Air Force veteran John Bentley to explore what it truly means to lead yourself first.Drawing from his book, I Lead Me: Mastering the Act of Self-Leadership to Create the Life You Desire, John shares his journey from personal struggle to transformation — revealing how faith, trust, and intentional action can help you lead with clarity and purpose.Whether you’re leading a team, your family, or simply striving to grow as a person, this conversation will inspire you to take ownership of your choices, deepen your faith, and live with greater confidence and integrity.What You’ll Learn

• How self-leadership starts with self-awareness
• The link between faith and personal growth
• Turning pain into purpose and transformation
• How behavior and trust build influence
• The daily mindset of “I Lead Me”

About John BentleyJohn Bentley is a leadership coach, keynote speaker, and founder of Power 2 Transform and You Are a Gift Foundation. His work helps people discover their God-given value and purpose through self-leadership, trust, and emotional intelligence.Book: I Lead Me: Mastering the Act of Self-Leadership to Create the Life You DesireWebsite: https://ileadme.usFoundation: https://youareagift.comConnect with Kevin McNulty & the Grow Yourself Podcast

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Timestamps 00:00 – Intro01:10 – What self-leadership really means05:45 – John Bentley’s journey through faith and transformation12:30 – “I Lead Me” mindset in daily life20:15 – Building trust through behavior28:40 – Living with purpose and humility40:00 – Final thoughts

💫 The Power of Self-Belief — a journey of courage, transformation, and spiritual awakening! In this deeply moving conversation, Kevin McNulty sits down with Caren Paskel, best-selling author, speaker, and founder of Caren Paskel Self-Evolution™, to uncover how she transformed unimaginable loss, grief, and adversity into strength, wisdom, and purpose.🔥 If you’ve ever questioned your strength — this conversation will remind you of your power to rise, rebuild, and believe again.In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Kevin McNulty sits down with Caren Paskel, best-selling author, speaker, and founder of Caren Paskel Self-Evolution™ to explore how she turned unimaginable loss and grief into strength, purpose, and transformation.After losing her husband to a terminal illness and closing her business during the pandemic, Caren didn’t crumble...she rebuilt. Drawing on Vedanta philosophy, yoga, and decades of spiritual practice, she discovered “The Power of Self-Belief” and a new way to live: turning midlife crisis into midlife creation.This conversation will move you to reflect on your own resilience, your relationship with change, and how to stop living as a victim and start creating your next chapter with courage, faith, and purpose.✨ What You’ll Learn:

• How to transform grief and tragedy into growth and rebirth
• The difference between living as a victim and as a creator
• How to develop unshakable self-belief and inner peace
• The practical power of spirituality and yoga in modern life
• Why midlife can be the most creative and liberating season of your life

🎧 Listen for inspiration on: overcoming adversity, self-belief, midlife transformation, emotional healing, personal growth, and spiritual resilience.Learn more about Caren Paskel:🌐 Website: https://carenpaskel.com📘 Facebook:   / carenpaskelselfevolution  📸 Instagram:   / carenpaskel  💼 LinkedIn:   / caren-paskel-478aa812b  🐦 Twitter (X):   / caren_paskel  ▶️ YouTube:    / @carenpaskel  Connect with Kevin McNulty🐦 X (Twitter): @kevinspeaks2u💼 LinkedIn: @kevinmcnultyspeaks📘 Facebook: @kevinrichardmcnulty📸 Instagram: @kevinmcnultyspeaks🌐 LinkTree: linktr.ee/kevinmcnulty👉 Subscribe for more episodes on personal growth, leadership, resilience, and real stories of change.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and share this episode if it resonated with you.power of self belief, caren paskel interview, kevin mcnulty podcast, self belief motivation, how to overcome grief, spiritual growth podcast, midlife transformation, personal growth motivation, emotional healing tips, vedanta yoga spirituality, life after loss motivation, how to rebuild life after tragedy, mental resilience podcast, self evolution, self empowerment, inner peace yoga, emotional recovery, overcoming adversity, spirituality in modern life, finding purpose after loss#CarenPaskel #PowerOfSelfBelief #MidlifeTransformation #GrowYourselfPodcast #Resilience #PersonalGrowth #Spirituality #YogaPhilosophy #Vedanta #Mindfulness #OvercomingGrief #SelfEvolution #KevinMcNulty #MidlifeCreation

In this episode of the Grow Yourself Podcast, Kevin talks with Murisa Harba — award-winning actress, director, best-selling author, and founder of About The Work Actors Studio. Murisa created the Chakra Approach® and Macro Method®, techniques that help actors and non-actors alike harness energy, presence, and authenticity to thrive in both performance and everyday life.👉 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How to use energy and presence to move past self-doubtWhy authenticity is the foundation of true confidencePractical ways to turn acting tools into life skillsThe role of chakras in communication and connectionHow to build resilience without relying on past traumaBIO:Murisa Harba is an award-winning actress and director, an international best-selling author, and the founder of About The Work Actors Studio in Los Angeles. She is also a SAG-AFTRA educator, speaker, and recognized Backstage Expert. Murisa created two signature techniques — The Chakra Approach® and The Macro Method® — which empower actors to break down scripts quickly, access authentic emotion through the body (not trauma), and deliver repeatable, compelling performances. Her book Acting With Energy: Creating Brilliance Take After Take reached international bestseller status in 10 countries. Alongside her extensive teaching career, Murisa has directed multiple TV series and films, starred in award-winning projects, and choreographed for music videos, feature films, and video games including Sony’s The Last of Us: Part II. Her mission is to revolutionize actor training by combining energy, craft, and emotional intelligence to help artists thrive🔗 Connect with Murisa:Website: https://www.murisaharba.com/IG: @murisaharbaFB: @murisa.harbaLI: @murisaharba🔗Connect with Kevin McNulty🐦 X (Twitter): @kevinspeaks2u💼 LinkedIn: @kevinmcnultyspeaks📘 Facebook: @kevinrichardmcnulty📸 Instagram: @kevinmcnultyspeaks🌐 LinkTree: linktr.ee/kevinmcnulty

In this episode of the Grow Yourself Podcast, Kevin McNulty dives deep into the chaos, struggle, and surprising strengths of the ADHD brain with guest Alyece Smith — CEO of Socially Ausome, business mentor, and host of The ADHD CEO podcast.

You’ll hear raw truths about the pain of fighting your own brain, why “just be consistent” doesn’t work, and how ADHD entrepreneurs can finally find systems that stick. From burnout to breakthrough, Alyece shares practical ADHD-friendly strategies that turn scattered energy into focus, flow, and real growth.

👉 Whether you live with ADHD, suspect you might, or simply want to understand the brilliance behind the struggle, this conversation will inspire, challenge, and equip you to work with your brain, not against it.What You’ll Learn

in This Episode:

✅ Why “just be consistent” advice fails the ADHD brain

✅ How ADHD shows up differently in adults and entrepreneurs

✅ The hidden strengths inside ADHD — creativity, hyperfocus, problem-solving

✅ Practical ADHD-friendly systems to create focus and flow

✅ How to stop fighting your brain and start working with it

Connect with Alyece Smith

🌐 Website: sociallyausome.com

📖 Book: What Now, Mama?

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🎙 Podcast: The ADHD CEO | Socially Ausome Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@sociallyausomeFB: https://www.facebook.com/alyece1smithIG: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyece1smith/

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✨ Hollywood actor Alex Hyde-White has lived a career most can only dream of; starring in iconic films like Pretty Woman and Fantastic Four, working alongside legends like Julia Roberts, Richard Gere, Steven Spielberg, and Bob Newhart.But beyond the screen, Alex has emerged as a thoughtful storyteller, sharing not just Hollywood memories but also wisdom about persistence, preparation, and personal growth.In this episode of the Grow Yourself Podcast, Alex takes us from the glitz of Hollywood to sage lessons on life, reflecting on what it means to chase opportunity, embrace resilience, and leave behind a meaningful legacy.What You’ll Learn in This Episode✅What it was like to work with Julia Roberts and Richard Gere in Pretty Woman✅How Alex landed his big break at Universal and why being ready matters✅Why chasing fame can be dangerous — and how to stay grounded✅The life lesson behind his mantra: “Don’t give up on yourself”✅How legacy is built through small roles, great stories, and lasting impact🎙️ This is more than behind-the-scenes Hollywood; it’s a conversation about growth, persistence, and living with purpose.About Alex Hyde-WhiteAlex Hyde-White is a veteran Hollywood actor with a career spanning film, television, stage, and voice work. Known for roles in Pretty Woman, Fantastic Four, Catch Me If You Can, and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, Alex has also built a reputation as a reflective storyteller and audiobook producer. His career offers a masterclass in navigating change, embracing opportunity, and finding wisdom beyond the spotlight.Connect with Alex🌐Alex Hyde-White — Official Website: https://www.alexhyde-white.com/ Alex Hyde-White🔗Punch Audio (His audiobook production company): https://www.punchandroll.com/aboutIMDb Profile: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0405033/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexhydewhite/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexhydewhite Connect with Kevin:X: @kevinspeaks2uLI: @kevinmcnultyspeaksFB: @kevinrichardmcnultyIG: @kevinmcnultyspeaks🌐 LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/kevinmcnulty👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring stories, leadership insights, and personal growth conversations.#GrowYourselfPodcast #AlexHydeWhite #HollywoodStories #LifeLessons #PrettyWoman #FantasticFour #Motivation #PersonalGrowth