Imagine this: Having never danced in public before, you walk into your first Zumba class - and you're the only guy there.

That was my first experience with Zumba. I almost walked out, I was so embarrassed.

But I stayed. And I danced. And I had so much fun, I came back.

What I learned from Zumba taught me so many lessons about my own adventurous journey. Some surprised me. 

That's why I recorded this week's podcast episode - to see if any of these lessons surprised you too.



Not sure where to find the next podcast? You can sign up to receive email updates at my website...

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There, you'll get all the info on upcoming guests and released podcasts. You'll even be able to ask questions for upcoming guests!

Want to test-drive hypnosis for free? Check out my free hypnotic test drive! In it, you'll get powerful suggestions to:

- Improve your Confidence

- Manage Tough Emotions

- Build Motivation to Achieve Your Dreams

You can find the Hypnotic Test Drive here.

(And if you'd like more info on what my better half, @bonvoyagebrittany, is doing, check out her website at: bonvoyagebrittany.org.)

Hope you enjoyed this one, and till next time, keep making your meaning.

-Doug Sands

What does it take to leave a religion your family still believes in? Find out on this week's podcast with Hannah Pillow.

Hannah grew up in South Africa in a toxic home environment, and she married young to escape. But when she and her husband grew apart, she was forced back into her home environment. After struggling to conform with her family's wishes, she boldly moved to Turkey to start her new life. She now lives in Manchester, England, running her own podcast that explores the humanity we all share under our various labels.

If you've ever:
- Faced doubts about something your family believes
- Struggled with a toxic family dynamic
- Felt a lack of support for the dreams you want to chase


This podcast is perfect for you.

Join Hannah and I for this powerful conversation, because there are so many gems of insight that Hannah shared about her journey. 


Links:
Refreshingly Human Podcast
Hannah's Instagram
Hannah's Facebook



Not sure where to find the next podcast? You can sign up to receive email updates at my website...

www.AnywhereHypnosis.com/podcast

...or, you can follow me on Instagram, @makingyourmeaning.

There, you'll get all the info on upcoming guests and released podcasts. You'll even be able to ask questions for upcoming guests!

Want to test-drive hypnosis for free? Check out the free hypnotic test drive! In it, you'll get powerful suggestions to:

- Improve your Confidence

- Manage Tough Emotions

- Build Motivation to Achieve Your Dreams

You can find the Hypnotic Test Drive here.

(And if you'd like more info on what my better half, @bonvoyagebrittany, is doing, check out her website at: bonvoyagebrittany.org.)

Hope you enjoyed this one, and till next time, keep making your meaning.

-Doug Sands

Wanted to build a campervan, but didn't think you could?

Maybe you saw all the picture-perfect camper builds on Instagram, and you thought, "How can I build THAT?"

Having built TWO camper setups in my life, I'm here to say - you don't have to. That's why I recorded, "The Beginner's Guide to Building a Campervan". 


It details everything I've learned from creating my own camper builds, including:

- The myths of a perfect campervan
- Common pitfalls to avoid in your build
- What you absolutely need for awesome adventures.




Not sure where to find the next podcast? You can sign up to receive email updates at my website...

www.AnywhereHypnosis.com/podcast

...or, you can follow me on Instagram, @makingyourmeaning.

There, you'll get all the info on upcoming guests and released podcasts. You'll even be able to ask questions for upcoming guests!

Want to test-drive hypnosis for free? Check out my free hypnotic test drive! In it, you'll get powerful suggestions to:

- Improve your Confidence

- Manage Tough Emotions

- Build Motivation to Achieve Your Dreams

You can find the Hypnotic Test Drive here.

(And if you'd like more info on what my better half, @bonvoyagebrittany, is doing, check out her website at: bonvoyagebrittany.org.)

Hope you enjoyed this one, and till next time, keep making your meaning.

-Doug Sands

What's it take to summit the tallest peak on every continent - including Everest? Find out in this epic conversation with mountaineer John Beede!

From climbing the tallest peak on every continent to writing three books on living an epic life, John is all about empowering others to their full potential. In this conversation, we talked:

- The Nitty-Gritty of following a challenging dream
- Spirituality, and the thru-lines that connect all religions
- How the moments that might derail us can be the most important in our lives.

If you:

- Have ever dreamed of an incredible goal, and felt doubt that you could achieve it
- Have wondered what role spirituality can play in your life
- Have faced major challenges that threaten to derail your journey

... join us for this incredible conversation. I guarantee there's something in what we share that will resonate with you. This conversation changed the way I see my life, and I'm excited for you to gain some wisdom as well.

I truly loved this conversation, and I know you will too. Find this episode in the link in my bio, because John's wisdom will change the way you see your challenges. There's something for you in this conversation - I know it. 

Listen in today, because it's only by stretching ourselves that we ever really grow.


Links:
John Beede's Books

John Beede's Speaking Website

John Beede's Twitter





Not sure where to find the next podcast? You can sign up to receive email updates at my website...

www.AnywhereHypnosis.com/podcast

...or, you can follow me on Instagram, @makingyourmeaning.

There, you'll get all the info on upcoming guests and released podcasts. You'll even be able to ask questions for upcoming guests!

Want to test-drive hypnosis for free? Check out my free hypnotic test drive! In it, you'll get powerful suggestions to:

- Improve your Confidence

- Manage Tough Emotions

- Build Motivation to Achieve Your Dreams

You can find the Hypnotic Test Drive here.

(And if you'd like more info on what my better half, @bonvoyagebrittany, is doing, check out her website at: bonvoyagebrittany.org.)

Hope you enjoyed this one, and till next time, keep making your meaning.

-Doug Sands

Got depression, but want to live a life of adventure?

Me too.

In this week's episode, I detail the five best tools I've found for managing depression while abroad. Whether you're moving across the world or simply vacationing a few hours down the road, these tools will help you stay stable.



Not sure where to find the next podcast? You can sign up to receive email updates at my website...

www.AnywhereHypnosis.com/podcast

...or, you can follow me on Instagram, @makingyourmeaning.

There, you'll get all the info on upcoming guests and released podcasts. You'll even be able to ask questions for upcoming guests!

Want to test-drive hypnosis for free? Check out my free hypnotic test drive! In it, you'll get powerful suggestions to:

- Improve your Confidence

- Manage Tough Emotions

- Build Motivation to Achieve Your Dreams

You can find the Hypnotic Test Drive here.

(And if you'd like more info on what my better half, @bonvoyagebrittany, is doing, check out her website at: bonvoyagebrittany.org.)

Hope you enjoyed this one, and till next time, keep making your meaning.

-Doug Sands

Curious about what it takes to reach the turning points in our lives?

Listen in for a conversation with Dai Manuel, Lifestyle Mentor and fitness expert from Vancouver, Canada. You can find Dai on Instagram or on his professional website.

In this amazing conversation, we talked about:

- The Turning Points that Define Our Lives
- Meditation, Health, and Putting your Family First
- Being Honest about the Hard Things in Life

We also talked about:

- The mentality behind suicide
- Taking ownership of our change
- Being the role model you want for your children

Dai shared how he left his 17-year career at a fitness company that he owned to move his family to Bali. He also shared his experience with Vipassana meditation in the far east.

This episode is perfect for you if you're:

- Searching for change, but aren't sure how to get there
- Struggling with coping mechanisms you know aren't healthy
- Looking to live a better life - mentally, physically, and emotionally

I had an absolute blast in this conversation with Dai. If you're looking for some inspiration, making meaning of your own tough moments, or simply want some of Dai's infectious enthusiasm, listen in.





Not sure where to find the next podcast? You can sign up to receive email updates at my website...

www.AnywhereHypnosis.com/podcast

...or, you can follow me on Instagram, @makingyourmeaning.

There, you'll get all the info on upcoming guests and released podcasts. You'll even be able to ask questions for upcoming guests!

Want to test-drive hypnosis for free? Check out my free hypnotic test drive! In it, you'll get powerful suggestions to:

- Improve your Confidence
- Manage Tough Emotions
- Build Motivation to Achieve Your Dreams

You can get your Hypnotic Test Drive here.

(And if you'd like more info on what my better half, @bonvoyagebrittany, is doing, check out her website at: bonvoyagebrittany.org.)

Hope you enjoyed this one, and till next time, keep making your meaning.

-Doug Sands

Welcome back to the Making Meaning podcast! This week's show is all about making saving easy so we can enjoy the adventures we want.


This week, we're making some changes.

A lot of you have mentioned you really love the amazing guests we've been having on the show. That's going to continue. But some of you have asked for more of the solo shows like this podcast started with.

In an effort to do both, I'm moving the podcast from bi-weekly to weekly. That's right - the Making Meaning podcast is now coming out every Thursday, alternating between amazing, purpose-filled guest interviews and in-depth solo shows.

These solo shows are also being broadcasted as Facebook and Instagram lives.

Now, for the time being, I'm focusing my budget on making the interviews as crisp as possible, so please forgive me for any mistakes made on these solo shows. Remember, I'm delivering these live.



Not sure where to find the next podcast? You can sign up to receive email updates at my website...

www.AnywhereHypnosis.com/podcast

...or, you can follow me on Instagram, @makingyourmeaning.

There, you'll get all the info on upcoming guests and released podcasts. You'll even be able to ask questions for upcoming guests!

Want to test-drive hypnosis for free? Check out my free hypnotic test drive! In it, you'll get powerful suggestions to:

- Improve your Confidence

- Manage Tough Emotions

- Build Motivation to Achieve Your Dreams

You can find the Hypnotic Test Drive here.

(And if you'd like more info on what my better half, @bonvoyagebrittany, is doing, check out her website at: bonvoyagebrittany.org.)

Hope you enjoyed this one, and till next time, keep making your meaning.

-Doug Sands

From "You'll never walk again" to building a business of his dreams, Vincent A. Lanci has achieved major breakthroughs in his life. As a mental health advocate, Vincent is a public speaker and author making major strides for mental health.

At age 21, Vincent suffered a hit-and-run accident as a pedestrian. He was told he'd never walk again. In this conversation, we talked about how our biggest challenges can become the reason we reach our greatest success.

Whether you want to build a business or you simply want to move towards a better life, this conversation will change the way you look at the journey. Find this podcast in the link in my bio, because this is one episode that will impact your life for the better.


Want to get in touch with Vincent?

Website: https://www.vincentalanci.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vincentalanci

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vincentalanci

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/vincentalanci

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vinc...



Not sure where to find the next podcast? You can sign up to receive email updates at my website...

www.AnywhereHypnosis.com/podcast

...or, you can follow me on Instagram, @makingyourmeaning.

There, you'll get all the info on upcoming guests and released podcasts. You'll even be able to ask questions for upcoming guests!

Want to test-drive hypnosis for free? Check out my free hypnotic test drive! In it, you'll get powerful suggestions to:

- Improve your Confidence

- Manage Tough Emotions

- Build Motivation to Achieve Your Dreams

You can find the Hypnotic Test Drive here.

(And if you'd like more info on what my better half, @bonvoyagebrittany, is doing, check out her website at: bonvoyagebrittany.org.)

Hope you enjoyed this one, and till next time, keep making your meaning.

-Doug Sand

Not every experience goes the way we want it. Sometimes events go the exact opposite of how we want them to go. But by choosing how we react to that experience, we choose the way our life moves from that point.

Welcome to the Making Meaning Podcast. This episode is all about helping you reframe neutral or even negative experiences to help you learn and grow from them.

Along the way, you'll learn:

- The foundations of patience
- The idea of suffering
- The concept a Holocaust survivor and Buddhism inherently agree upon


And to apply this to your own life, listen in for a three-step formula to reframe a negative experience into a positive one.



Not sure where to find the next podcast? You can sign up to receive email updates at my website...

www.AnywhereHypnosis.com/podcast

...or, you can follow me on Instagram, @makingyourmeaning.

There, you'll get all the info on upcoming guests and released podcasts. You'll even be able to ask questions for upcoming guests!

Want free hypnosis? Check out Free Hypnosis Fridays on my Instagram page! Every week, I give out a free hypnosis session to help you live a better life. (@makingyourmeaning)

(And if you'd like more info on what my better half, @bonvoyagebrittany, is doing, check out her website at: bonvoyagebrittany.org.)

Hope you enjoyed this one, and till next time, keep making your meaning.

-Doug Sands

Welcome back to the Making Meaning Podcast! This week, listen in for my conversation with artist, climber, and van-lifer Jaime Durso.

Jaime's adventures have taken her all across the US, from:
- Growing up in Hawaii
- The culture shock of living in NYC
- Rock Climbing in Washington
- Moving full-time into a van

In this great conversation, we also talked about living with intention, trusting your gut, and growing from make-or-break moments.

From managing her own mental health to the lifestyle change of living in a van, Jaime's got experience across the emotional spectrum.

Be sure to listen in, because there are some incredible lessons here that can reshape how you live your life.

Like what you hear? Remember to subscribe and follow, because there are so many more adventurous stories just waiting to be shared.



Want to reach out to Jaime with questions? Connect with her on Instagram:
@jaime.durso

To find out more about her jewelry creations, check out:
@jammin.jewels




Not sure where to find the next podcast? You can sign up to receive email updates at my website...

www.AnywhereHypnosis.com/podcast

...or, you can follow me on Instagram, @makingyourmeaning.

There, you'll get all the info on upcoming guests and released podcasts. You'll even be able to ask questions for upcoming guests!

Want free hypnosis? Check out Free Hypnosis Fridays on my Instagram page! Every week, I give out a free hypnosis session to help you live a better life. (@makingyourmeaning)

(And if you'd like more info on what my better half, @bonvoyagebrittany, is doing, check out her website at: bonvoyagebrittany.org.)

Hope you enjoyed this one, and till next time, keep making your meaning.

-Doug Sands