I Was Born To Do This

Welcome to another episode of the "I Was Born To Do This" podcast, where I have the privilege of introducing you to the extraordinary entrepreneur and author, John St. Pierre. As one of our JOA authors, John brings a wealth of experience from his entrepreneurial journey, sharing insights from his book, "The $100 Million Journey." This conversation promises to inspire and guide entrepreneurs through the highs and lows of building a dream business without falling off the cliff. John's story is a testament to resilience, showcasing the power of bouncing back from failure with greater strength. Whether you're an entrepreneur facing your own cliffs or someone looking to avoid them, John's principles of success, rooted in his own comeback story, offer valuable lessons. Join us as we delve into the essence of entrepreneurial spirit, learning how to grow, protect, and align our business ambitions with personal goals for a fulfilling and successful life.

Key moments:

2:15 The importance of failure

7:00 A letter to all entrepreneurs

10:00 $100M Journey book

17:15 How to build your own capital

22:05 The author experience when writing a book

24:50 A bold message for all entrepreneurs

Grab your copy of The $100M Journey by John St. Pierre today - https://shorturl.at/duM35

If you are anything like John and want to share your magic with the world but don't know where to start, click here - https://www.joapublishing.com

In this heartfelt episode of "I Was Born To Do This," I had the privilege of reconnecting with the incredible Angel Lyn, a guide and soul mentor who champions the journey towards authentic self-discovery. Angel, a former therapist turned life coach, shared her transformative story - from feeling disconnected in her traditional therapy role to awakening her passion for spiritual and emotional healing. She spoke about her book "Soul-U-lar Evolution," a testament to her journey towards love and the profound realizations that guided her path. Through her narrative, we explore the significance of tuning into our inner voice, the importance of confronting and embracing our emotions, and how these steps lead to genuine healing and self-awareness. Her experiences, from putting chicken in the crockpot on a day of crisis to her miraculous encounter with her partner, Eric, illustrate the power of listening to one's soul and the divine guidance that follows. Angel's story is a beacon of hope, reminding us that in our most challenging moments, if we listen closely, we can find the answers and miracles within.

Key moments:

2:50 Transition from therapist to coach

14:00 A personal crisis led to self discovery

19:00 Trusting the inner guidance leads to miracles

31:15 The "what" and "where" principle

Grab your copy of Soul-U-lar Evolution by Angel Lyn today - https://shorturl.at/ouQ02

If you are anything like Angel and want to share your magic with the world but don't know where to start, click here - https://www.joapublishing.com

In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with my friend and impactful business mentor, Steve Distante - an entrepreneur, farmer, filmmaker, and JOA author of "Once Upon a Time in Entrepreneur Land." His book on entrepreneurship, presented in a fun, playful way, conveys crucial business teachings through relatable fables.

As the chairman and founder of multiple businesses, Steve knows something about entrepreneurship. I experienced his mentorship firsthand when he helped me gain much-needed clarity during a rough patch in my business.

Passionate and driven, Steve understands entrepreneurs and what he calls the entrepreneurial triangle that makes us a different tribe of people.

Come find out more about this extraordinary book of fables that skillfully hides lessons, frameworks and playbooks to help you succeed as an entrepreneur.

And get a sneak peek of how Steve's community and networking platform: Private Investor Network, can connect you with seasoned investors for mentorship and growth.

Key moments:

1:31 The Power of Clarity and Vision

4:04 Steve Dante's Entrepreneurial Journey

6:24 The Art of Storytelling in Business

7:32 The Concept of 'Who Not How' in Business

16:07 The Entrepreneurial Triangle

23:30 The Importance of Mentorship in Entrepreneurship

24:02 Community and Support for Entrepreneurs

Grab your copy of Once Upon a Time in Entrepreneurland by Steve Distante today - https://www.amazon.com.au/Once-Upon-Entrepreneurland-Steve-Distante-ebook/dp/B0CP32Z57J

If you are anything like Steve and want to share your magic with the world but don't know where to start, click here - https://www.joapublishing.com.

Welcome back to the "I Was Born to Do This" podcast from Sedona, Arizona, where I'm with the incredible Robyn Williams, known as Robin Warner online. We're here for a groundbreaking author adventure: writing her book in just five days, a fusion of creativity and daring exploits.

Robyn's journey, a beacon of empowerment and resilience, is more than writing—it's a celebration of life and self-discovery. Her story, a movement inspiring women to embrace their power and truth, is a rebellion against the ordinary.

Join us in this transformative experience as Robyn, a revolution in herself, redefines what it means to be an author.

Key moments of this interview:

1:00 What we do on Author Adventures

9:30 Creation of Robyn's 2 books

21:30 What happened to Robyn at 18 years old

26:30 Your life is your responsibility

32:15 Being bold will help you change the world

36:30 Removing the shackles from your life

If you are anything like Robyn and want to share your magic with the world but don't know where to start, click here - https://www.joapublishing.com

I'm back speaking to you face to face — Oh how I've missed this! Let me tell you - I've been running through flames these last few years

✅Uprooting for a big interstate move

✅Launching a business

✅Founding the JOA publishing house

✅Penning books

All while raising 5 extraordinary kids as a single mom! An endless marathon 🏃‍♀️

And even though I seemed to be super creative from the outside through all of this, my inner creative fire - my lifeblood - grew dim somehow.

But last week, an ember awakened as I spent some sacred time with God. You have to hear how this came about - it was truly meant to be!

As I slowed down - I realised true momentum is purposeful movement not just 'running fast' from necessity.

As creators and leaders, our lives are filled morning 'til night with responsibilities that weigh us down.

To experience true momentum we need to draw our inspiration from God, especially as AI threatens to overwhelm our originality and close the doors on our creativity.

Come find out why you need to make time to hear Heaven's whispers so you can access your most sacred gift - the ability to create.

Key moments from this episode:

02:02 Rediscovering the Magic of Creation

04:56 The Power of Momentum

06:48 The Importance of Divine Creation

06:56 The Dangers of Relying on AI for Creation

17:09 The Story of Moses: A Lesson in Leadership

19:00 Embracing Divine Creation

In this powerful episode, I sat down with an unforgettable guest, JOA Author Myrna Jackson, to discuss her book, 'Boomerang,' and the challenges she faced while caring for her aging parents.

She shares how she walked her aging parents down a path through the wilderness of dementia—from chaos to calm. And she shines a light on the importance of recognizing patterns in senior parents' behavior to effectively step in when necessary.

Come delve in as she describes her heartbreaking experiences and battle scars, dealing with medical mishaps, her mother's Alzheimer's disease and paranoia, and the tragic loss of her father.

As an only child searching for a much-needed support system, she found signs she wished she'd known about earlier.

Myrna is on a mission to help caregivers and encourages them not to carry the burden of caregiving alone—to form communities for mutual support instead.

She invites people to be part of her initiative, the Inner Circle, which she formed to bring together ordinary people to share experiences and resources to provide care for their aging loved ones.

Key moments of this interview:

01:45 The Inspiration Behind Boomerang: The Boomerang Effect

04:00 The Start of the Chaos

07:24 The Importance of Recognizing Changes in Aging Parents

10:50 The Battle Scars of Caregiving

23:20 The Painful Experience of Losing a Parent

26:06 The Importance of Not Walking Alone

Grab your copy of Boomerang by Myrna Jackson today!

If you are anything like Myrna and want to share your magic with the world but don't know where to start, click here - https://www.joapublishing.com

In this special podcast episode, I sat down with an incredible guest, JOA Author Izumi Favia. We dove deep into the topic of writing as a powerful healing tool, and let me tell you, it was truly eye-opening.

Izumi, originally from Hiroshima, a place known for its tragic past, shared with us how writing has not only helped others lift themselves from difficult times but also played a significant role in her own healing journey. She opens up about the heartbreaking loss of her daughter and how writing became her solace and source of resilience.

Together, we explore Izumi's book, "Writing to Heal," which was recently released on Amazon, and discover the transformative power of words in finding comfort and strength during traumatic experiences.

Get ready to uncover a path to healing through the power of writing!

Key moments of this interview:

2:00: Izumi's personal connection to Hiroshima's history of trauma

5:56: Shifting from overwhelming feelings to a sense of comfort and groundedness

10:00: Izumi's journey and the beautiful gift of "Writing to Heal"

25:21: Practical ways to heal from grief

Tune in now and discover the incredible strength and resilience that writing can bring.

You can grab your own copy of Writing to Heal by Izumi Favia by clicking this link - https://www.amazon.com/Writing-Heal-Izumi-Favia/dp/1961098199

If you are anything like Izumi and want to share your magic with the world but don't know where to start, click here - https://www.joapublishing.com

I was deeply moved by Brianna Rashae's painful journey in this episode. Despite being the second youngest author at JOA, her book 'Holy Shift: My Path from Hurting to Healing' is a testament to a life experience that surpasses her years.

Brianna shares her powerful story, taking us on her journey from facing profound darkness to discovering a fresh perspective brimming with hope, healing, and a deep love for life.

Her path was marked by enduring nine years of abuse from a close family member, leading her to a dark place of self-harm and thoughts of suicide. She thought she'd left these struggles behind, only to find herself unexpectedly entangled when she became a mother, and post-traumatic stress brought it all back again, intensifying her challenges.

The turning point in her life came when she made the courageous choice to seek help.

This decision led her to "The Bridge," a three-week mental health retreat that completely transformed her outlook on life.

You don't want to miss this remarkable story of taking your power back.

Here is what you will find in this inspiring episode:

03:55 Brianna's life-altering experiences.

06:20 The Bridge: The turning point towards healing.

09:36 Facing pain honestly for deeper healing.

13:00 Turning wounds into scars through prayer.

16:55 Realization: Death was not the answer - healing was.

18:23 The gift of choosing life and living with gratitude daily.

21:46 The power of companionship in the healing journey.

26:22 Reclaim control and power over your life.

Get your copy of Brianna Rashae's book Holy Shift here - https://www.amazon.com/Holy-Shift-Path-Hurting-Healing/dp/B0CH2BPGXV

If you are anything like Brianna and want to share your magic with the world but don't know where to start, click here - https://www.joapublishing.com

Introducing the inspirational Matika Warner on 'I was born to do this'! In this episode, we chat with Matika about her amazing journey and how she went from being homeless to becoming a JOA author, all while balancing her role as a mother of three. Her book, "Manifestation Rewritten," is a powerful story of resilience and determination that introduces a unique method for manifestation to transform your life. She shows you how to tap into higher levels of manifestation to get results. Highlighting the vital roles of love and forgiveness in attracting what you truly desire. If you're ready to transform your life, this episode is a must-listen. Parts of the episode you don't want to miss: 02:33 Matika's life altering decision. 08:03 The revelation that sparked the manifestation process. 14:03 Becoming unstuck 15:52 How to attract your desires. 17:48 The transformative power of love and forgiveness. 18:39 The role of acceptance in difficult situations. 21:16 Body awareness for personal development. 26:41 A better approach -"full throttle faith over fear" Get your copy of Matika's book Manifestation Rewritten here - Manifestation Rewritten If you are anything like Matika and want to share your magic with the world but don't know where to start, click here - https://www.joapublishing.com/

Gary, the founder of The WHY Institute, is renowned for transforming lives by helping people discover their 'Why.'

Journey with us as Gary takes us from his roots as a dentist to the creation of a groundbreaking tool that can help you pinpoint your life's mission in just five minutes.

Trust me, you don't want to miss this—it might just be one of our most impactful episodes yet!

You've always known you were special. It's time to articulate it to the world. Take the WHYos discovery quiz to find your why, how, and what here: https://whyinstitute.com/why-os-discovery/

Connect with Dr. Gary Sanchez on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-sanchez/