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Duality—the truth that seemingly opposing traits like vulnerability and confidence can co-exist and even complement each other. In this episode I share personal experiences and profound realizations that helped me understand how embracing both strength and softness enhances true authenticity and leadership. I encourage you, my listeners to own your dualities, and show you show how these qualities amplify one another rather than diminish. I offer practical advice on balancing these traits in different environments, emphasizing the importance of authenticity for high performance, confidence, peace, and happiness.

00:00 The Power of Duality

00:57 Welcome to Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl

01:47 Balancing Vulnerability and Confidence

05:11 The Misconception of Perfection

07:22 Authenticity in Leadership

11:27 Embracing Your Duality

12:37 A Word of Caution

14:29 Closing Thoughts

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In this powerful episode, Shannon shares her personal journey from feeling numb and overwhelmed to discovering the transformative power of intentional gratitude and breathwork. As a certified breathwork facilitator and host of the Motion of Gratitude podcast, Shannon discusses the importance of emotional release, the difference between mindfulness and gratitude, and how she uses these tools to help individuals regulate their nervous systems and enhance their lives. She also introduces breathing exercises, provides insights into her work with corporations and schools, and emphasizes the significance of being present and connected. Join us to learn how to shift from autopilot to a life full of intention, connection, and well-being.

00:00 Overcoming Emotional Numbness

00:39 The Power of Breathwork

01:03 Introduction to Shannon and Her Mission

02:17 Shannon's Journey to Gratitude

05:03 The Shift to Mindfulness

16:35 Embracing Emotional Release

21:54 Practical Breathwork Techniques

25:08 Guided Breathing Exercise

26:42 Connecting to the Heart Space

27:44 Acknowledging Inner Wisdom

29:31 Calming the Nervous System

32:15 The Importance of Breath and Gratitude

34:06 Mindfulness in Education

45:23 The Science Behind Stress and Creativity

47:37 Conclusion and Resources

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In this episode of 'Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl, I am sharing my FREE February coaching call. In this call, I'm providing guidance on how to get yourself into momentum towards your goals!

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In this powerful episode of Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl, I sit down with Jillian Chambers, a minister, author, speaker, and life coach, who shares her journey of resilience after the sudden loss of her husband. Jillian opens up about the emotional, spiritual, and practical challenges of grief—and how she found strength, purpose, and community in the process.

✅ How to process grief while staying strong for others ✅ The importance of community in healing and reinvention ✅ How widows and those experiencing loss can move forward with clarity and confidence ✅ The intersection of faith, resilience, and high-performance mindset ✅ Practical tools for navigating life's hardest moments

Whether you're facing a personal loss, a major transition, or seeking to build resilience in the face of adversity—this episode is for YOU!

00:00 – Welcome to Keep Rising + Meet Jillian Chambers 00:48 – Jillian's Background in Ministry & Coaching 01:54 – Coping with Sudden Loss & Navigating Grief 04:03 – Finding Purpose in Pain & Strength in Faith 05:19 – Creating Resources & Support for Widows 12:15 – Stages of Grief & The Power of Surrender 20:26 – Reinventing Life After Loss & Moving Forward 23:23 – The Importance of Community & Support Systems 42:19 – Authenticity, Vulnerability & Personal Growth 43:36 – Overcoming Insecurities & Finding Inner Strength 44:47 – Balancing Strength & Seeking Help 46:48 – How Service & Contribution Aid in Healing 49:06 – Navigating Personal Loss While Pursuing Your Calling 58:17 – Rediscovering Joy, Humor & a Life Worth Living 01:01:39 – Understanding Personality, Behavior & Healing 01:11:07 – Raising Awareness & Supporting Widows 01:19:17 – Final Thoughts & How to Keep Rising

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In this powerful episode of Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl, I sit down with Jillian Chambers, a minister, author, speaker, and life coach, who shares her journey of resilience after the sudden loss of her husband. Jillian opens up about the emotional, spiritual, and practical challenges of grief—and how she found strength, purpose, and community in the process.

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✅ How to process grief while staying strong for others ✅ The importance of community in healing and reinvention ✅ How widows and those experiencing loss can move forward with clarity and confidence ✅ The intersection of faith, resilience, and high-performance mindset ✅ Practical tools for navigating life's hardest moments

🔗 Whether you're facing a personal loss, a major transition, or seeking to build resilience in the face of adversity—this episode is for YOU!

00:00 – Welcome to Keep Rising + Meet Jillian Chambers 00:48 – Jillian's Background in Ministry & Coaching 01:54 – Coping with Sudden Loss & Navigating Grief 04:03 – Finding Purpose in Pain & Strength in Faith 05:19 – Creating Resources & Support for Widows 12:15 – Stages of Grief & The Power of Surrender 20:26 – Reinventing Life After Loss & Moving Forward 23:23 – The Importance of Community & Support Systems 42:19 – Authenticity, Vulnerability & Personal Growth 43:36 – Overcoming Insecurities & Finding Inner Strength 44:47 – Balancing Strength & Seeking Help 46:48 – How Service & Contribution Aid in Healing 49:06 – Navigating Personal Loss While Pursuing Your Calling 58:17 – Rediscovering Joy, Humor & a Life Worth Living 01:01:39 – Understanding Personality, Behavior & Healing 01:11:07 – Raising Awareness & Supporting Widows 01:19:17 – Final Thoughts & How to Keep Rising

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In this special episode of Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl, I share my deeply personal journey of transformation and what it took for me to become the version of myself you see today. Highlighting pivotal moments of self-realization, I divulge how I overcame restlessness and friction in her high-pressure corporate job, and how embracing vulnerability, refining my core values, and seeking fulfillment changed everything.

00:00 Introduction: A Different Kind of Episode

00:12 The Success Unleashed Summit

01:59 A Pivotal Moment in My Life

03:25 The Restlessness Within

06:28 Discovering Fulfillment

10:39 The Journey to Unleashing

26:11 Curating Your Circle

29:31 Taking Full Responsibility

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🎧 Keep rising, keep executing, and own your success in 2025! 🚀

Welcome to Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl, the top-rated podcast for high-performance coaching, business success, and personal development. In this episode, I sit down with Drew Hanlen, one of the most sought-after NBA skills coaches, keynote speakers, and authors.

Drew is known for his no-excuses approach to success, pushing elite athletes and professionals in the business world to stop making excuses and take full responsibility for their growth. His mantra, "Stop Bullshitting Yourself," is a game-changer for anyone looking to level up in business, leadership, and life.

💡 In this episode, we dive deep into: ✅ The mindset shifts of high achievers ✅ Building confidence through real evidence ✅ Micro shifts and daily actions that create massive results ✅ Why accountability and consistency are non-negotiable for success

If you're an entrepreneur, business leader, high-performance athlete, or professional looking to dominate in 2025, this episode is packed with strategies you can apply immediately.

00:00 – Stop Bullshitting Yourself: The Key to Success 00:52 – Introducing Drew Hanlen: NBA Skills Coach & Speaker 02:58 – Drew's Upbringing and Early Influences 05:04 – The Power of Separators and Hard Work 07:58 – Building Confidence Through Real Evidence 11:10 – Commitment and Consistency: The Path to Mastery 15:45 – Mindset and Mental Toughness for Peak Performance 19:21 – Creating a Blueprint for Success in Life & Business 23:48 – The Impact of Small Daily Actions on Long-Term Growth 30:19 – How Decisions Shape Your Future Success 30:39 – Preparing for 2025: Unleash Your Full Potential 31:27 – Micro Shifts: Small Changes That Drive Big Results 34:16 – Overcoming Self-Criticism and Staying Focused 35:48 – Accountability Strategies for High Performers 42:34 – Corporate & Business Success: No Excuses, Just Results 49:40 – Relentlessly Prioritizing What Matters 57:34 – Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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Drew Hanlen is a world-renowned NBA skills coach, keynote speaker, and business strategist. He has worked with elite athletes such as Jayson Tatum, Joel Embiid, and Zach LaVine, helping them refine their skills, strengthen their mindset, and achieve next-level success. His company, Pure Sweat Basketball, provides coaching strategies for top performers in sports and business.

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🎧 Keep rising, keep executing, and own your success in 2025! 🚀

Welcome to this inspiring episode of Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl, hosted by Kristy Kuhl—life, business, and success coach committed to helping high performers unlock their full potential. 🎙️

In this episode, I explores the transformative power of pivotal moments and how one piece of new information can change everything. I highlight the critical role of discipline and consistency in achieving lasting success.

Success Unleashed Summit, a free, on-demand event featuring insights from 20 expert speakers designed to empower personal and professional growth.

Key Moments in This Episode:

• 00:00 – Introduction
• 00:24 – The Power of Consistency and Discipline
• 00:48 – Finding Your Driving Force
• 01:00 – The Success Card and Key Moments
• 01:21 – The Largest Online Success Summit
• 01:29 – The Importance of New Information and Proof
• 02:31 – Roger Bannister and the Power of Proof
• 02:52 – Details About the Success Summit
• 03:21 – Kristy's Personal Story and Coaching Program
• 03:47 – How to Access the Summit and Its Benefits
• 04:38 – Conclusion and Listener Engagement

If you're ready to take your personal development journey to the next level, don't miss this episode—or the chance to join the Success Unleashed Summit. Your future self will thank you. 🌟

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The Path To High Perofrmance

In this episode of 'Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl,' I sit down with Ben Kenyon, an esteemed NBA performance coach, speaker, and author. Ben shares insights from his 20-year career working with elite athletes, discussing his principles for achieving high performance in all environments, including high-stress ones. He delves into the importance of core values, routines, and rest, and stresses the significance of managing stress for long-term success.

Ben is taking his method to the business world as he is transitioning out of the NBA and into a new chapter with Climb Performance Coaching. Here, Ben will guide executives and athletes to peak performance and holistic well-being.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:50 Ben Kenyon's Journey and Early Influences

05:05 The Importance of Core Values and Personal Growth

11:04 High Performance and Consistency

28:37 Managing Stress and Maintaining High Performance

31:59 Finding Your Flow and Achieving Balance

32:16 Setting Monthly Goals and Intentionality

33:07 Preparing for 2025: Free Online Event

34:44 The Importance of Consistency and Routine

35:04 Overcoming Stress and Friction Moments

36:25 Success Stories: Tyrese Maxey's Journey

40:56 The Value of Rest and Recovery

50:40 Transitioning to Performance Coaching

59:44 Defining Success in Different Life Seasons

01:02:43 Conclusion and Contact Information

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Elevate your personal and professional journey by joining Kristy Kuhl and Ben at the Success Unleashed Summit, a free online event from January 21st to 24th, 2025. This transformative summit brings together over 15+ of the world's highest achievers in life and business to share proven systems and skills designed to elevate your mindset, drive action, and unleash your true potential.

Event Details:

• Dates: January 21–24, 2025

• Format: Free Online Access

Don't miss this opportunity to learn directly from industry leaders and connect with a community of like-minded individuals committed to personal growth and success. Register now to secure your spot and prepare to unleash your true potential in 2025.

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In this episode,I sit down with Eddie Wilson—co-founder of the Aspire personal and business development conference and widely known as the "King of Exits." Eddie shares his incredible journey of owning and exiting over 125 businesses, providing valuable insights into entrepreneurship, leadership, self-awareness and philanthropy.

In this episode, Eddie Wilson discusses his entrepreneurial journey. Eddie reflects on the practical aspects of exiting businesses, the systems he follows to ensure success - Empire Operating System, the importance of gratitude and resilience, and the strategies behind creating win-win outcomes. He also delves into leadership development, self-awareness, and his philanthropic efforts through his organization, Impact Others. This episode offers actionable takeaways on scaling businesses, hiring, and making a meaningful impact beyond financial success.

Key Takeaways

• Gratitude and resilience are essential for overcoming challenges.

• Understanding business phases and intellectual property is key to scaling.

• Empathy and self-awareness are critical components of effective leadership.

• Philanthropy can drive purpose beyond personal success.

• The Empire Operating System provides a framework for sustainable business growth.

Highlights

• 01:35 Eddie's Entrepreneurial Journey

• 02:59 Lessons from Exiting Companies

• 05:42 The Importance of Neutrality and Gratitude

• 09:30 Creating Win-Win Exits

• 13:36 The Empire Operating System

• 23:53 The Brick: A Key to Scaling Businesses

• 33:17 Developing People for Success

• 37:40 The Predictive Index and Hiring Process

• 38:27 The Importance of Self-Awareness

• 41:48 Personal Stories of Self-Awareness

• 45:09 Empathy in Leadership

• 50:17 Finding Fulfillment Beyond Success

• 52:59 Impact Others: A Journey of Purpose

• 59:08 Modern-Day Slavery and Social Impact

• 01:06:08 The Loneliness of Leadership

• 01:10:09 Authenticity in the Aspire Event

• 01:14:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

About the Guest Eddie Wilson is an entrepreneur, speaker, and philanthropist known for his expertise in building and exiting businesses. As the co-founder of the Aspire conference and creator of the Empire Operating System, Eddie's work empowers entrepreneurs to achieve sustainable success. His philanthropic organization, Impact Others, is dedicated to making a social impact and includes addressing modern-day slavery.

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• Website: Eddie Wilson's Official Site

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In this episode of Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl, I interview Kerrie Lee Brown, an esteemed magazine editor, author, speaker, and women's health advocate. Kerrie is currently the EIC and VP at Success Magazine.

Kerrie courageously shares a life-altering experience of having a heart attack at 39 due to extreme stress and unknown heart defects. She emphasizing the importance of self-care, slowing down, and giving oneself grace.

The conversation highlights key warning signs women should heed to avoid similar health crises and highlights the therapeutic power of storytelling.

Kerrie's new platform Red Lily Life, is free and purposely built to amplify authentic women's stories to inspire and educate others.

00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction

01:25 Kerrie Lee Brown's Background

02:46 Career Beginnings and Aspirations

04:19 Balancing Career and Family

07:45 Defining Success and Personal Growth

16:18 The Importance of Alignment and Support

19:58 A Life-Changing Health Scare

30:19 The Reality of Women's Cardiac Health

31:10 Life Changes After a Heart Attack

31:32 Embracing a Healthier Lifestyle

32:25 The Power of Journaling and Meditation

33:01 A New Beginning in Colorado

34:10 Writing and Sharing My Story

34:38 The Importance of Authentic Storytelling

43:49 Recognizing the Signs of Burnout

46:22 Learning to Say No and Setting Boundaries

49:27 The Concept of Work-Life Harmony

53:52 Launching a Women's Storytelling Platform

58:02 Conclusion and Future Plans

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Join Kristy Kuhl and Kerrie Lee Brown at the Success Unleashed Summit.

Elevate your personal and professional journey by joining Kristy Kuhl and Kerrie Lee Brown at the Success Unleashed Summit, a free online event from January 21st to 24th, 2025. This transformative summit brings together over 15+ of the world's highest achievers in life and business to share proven systems and skills designed to elevate your mindset, drive action, and unleash your true potential.

Event Details:

• Dates: January 21–24, 2025

• Format: Free Online Access

Don't miss this opportunity to learn directly from industry leaders and connect with a community of like-minded individuals committed to personal growth and success. Register now to secure your spot and prepare to unleash your true potential in 2025.

For more information and to register, visit successunleashedsummit.com

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