Learning From Your World

In this episode, I talk with Kyle Willkom about the the ripple effect, the power of naivety in taking action, and the constant chase for productivity in a busy world.

We discuss:

- How a random encounter with a stranger changed led Kyle to kickstart his career in writing and speaking.

- How you can leverage naivety for success.

- Finding balance between drive and contentment.

Challenge: At [34:40], Kyle shares a simple action you can take today to create a ripple effect and positively impact the people around you.

Resources:

Kyle's Website

The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews

The 7 Decisions by Andy Andrews

In this episode, I talk with Mike Rucker about why crafting deliberate fun could be the key to experiencing more joy and happiness.

We discuss:

- Why we are often less happy, despite having more information and tools for happiness than ever.

- Defining fun and distinguishing the differences between high vs. low arousal fun.

- Understanding the PLAY model: A tool to assess how different types of activities contribute to our fulfillment.

Challenge: At [41:25], Mike challenges you to look at your previous 168 hours and take an inventory of how you’ve been spending your time.

Resources:

The PLAY model

Time Audit Worksheet

The Fun File and The Year of Fun

The Fun Habit Book

Mike's Instagram

Mike's LinkedIn

In this episode, I talk with Cait Murphy about how to recognize nervous system dysregulation and apply somatic tools to our everyday life.

We discuss:

- The practices that helped Cait heal and reverse burnout.

- Polyvagal theory and the autonomic ladder.

- Practical tools for regulating your nervous system.

Challenge: At [40:55], Cait shares a somatic practice you can start today to improve awareness and deepen your connection with your body.

Resources:

Rewire The Podcast

Cait's LinkedIn

Cait's Instagram

In this episode, I talk with Brandon Fong about how to create, build, and strengthen authentic relationships.

We discuss:

- How to create new connections with the people who are where you want to be.

- Brandon's 3-step strategy to build any relationship.

- What the IKEA effect teaches us about building strong relationships.

Challenge: At [53:50], Brandon shares a simple yet powerful action you can do today to enhance your existing relationships.

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The Beyond Curious Podcast

In this episode, Mikki and I talk about the power of storytelling and the tools she created to live a fulfilling life and find her dream job.

 We discuss:

- The 4 objectives that led Mikki to find her dream job.

- The experience list she created to live a more fulfilling and exciting life.

- Mikki’s tips to become a great storyteller.

Challenge: At [34:42], Mikki shares something she created called the PIES challenge. Over the next 30 days, take at least one of each of the following: physical risk, intellectual risk, emotional risk, and spiritual risk.

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In this episode, Jay and I talk about authenticity and what it means to be in our Greatness Zone.

We discuss:

Challenge: At [38:28], Jay shares a habit that you can start tonight to interrupt the "busy" and create an inventory for what is working vs. what is not working.

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In this episode, I talk with TV personality and founder of the MORE Life Collective, Barbara Majeski, about the vow she made to herself after experiencing a Stage III cancer diagnosis and divorce - back to back.

We discuss:

- How Barbara’s childhood experiences have shaped her purpose and who she is today.

- How we can use our experiences to have a positive impact on the people around us.

- Barbara's moment of clarity that led her to finally doing what she always wanted to do.

Challenge: At [45:12], Barbara encourages listeners to commit to one of three non-negotiable daily activities to help you build positive habits.

Resources:

https://www.barbaramajeski.com/

In this episode, I talk with Sid McNairy, author, life empowerment coach, meditation teacher, and yoga instructor about peace.

We discuss:

- How Sid went from being a football coach to a meditation teacher.

- Defining peace: the birthplace of love.

- Practical ways to invite peace into our lives.

Challenge: At [37:18], Sid shares a challenge that will help you get closer to living a peaceful life.

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In this episode, I talk with Aruna about:

- How taking action helped transform her confidence.

- The hardest part about writing a book: vulnerability.

- Practical recommendations to shift from responding to reacting.

Aruna's Challenge: 35:18

In this episode, I talk with Executive Mentor and lifelong adventurer, Charles Scott, about what it really means to be authentic.

We discuss:

Challenge: At [42:53], Charles shares a challenge that will maximize your everyday vitality with alignment and authenticity.

Resources:

Sparketype Assessment (Free)