Mindfulness Mode

Dean Graves returns with the topic of finding your purpose. For over twenty years he has been sharing his meditation and mindfulness knowledge with the world. He is an author and podcaster, a mental health counselor, and a spiritual guide. Dean is passionate about philosophy, psychology, and exploring the human condition to help others find inner peace. He has written books, conducted workshops, and created seminars that have helped people worldwide. Dean's writings are centered around self-empowerment and awareness, with the aim of enabling individuals to realize their true potential and attain a higher level of consciousness. He strongly believes that we are at the cusp of a new era of enlightenment, and he is committed to assisting others in recognizing and harnessing their abilities.

What Is Consciousness; Tom Campbell (Part 1)

Living Consciously; Brian Berneman

Beyond Fitness to Conscious Evolution With Mariko Hirakawa

Max Schneider uses sand and salt escapes to help his clients avoid burnout. After burning out from a decade in consulting, Max sought healing through a transformative surf and yoga retreat in Costa Rica, where he finally found the clarity and calm he'd been seeking. Inspired, he created “sand and salt” retreats to offer others the same renewal. Max's experiences enable him to design personalized, small-group retreats that calm the nervous system and help high-achieving professionals recharge. His team is dedicated to curating escapes that leave clients feeling refreshed, balanced, and ready to thrive in their lives and careers.

• Website: www.sandandsaltescapes.com

Sam Mallick, a friend who runs a company called Notable

• While growing up I think a lot of us are taught to pull ourselves up by the bootstraps. Through mindfulness, I've learned that those emotions are stored in the body and you can't run from them.

• The reason why in meditation we focus on our breath blew my mind when I first started practicing meditation.

• Book: No Mud, No Lotus by Thich Nhat Hanh

The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times; Katherine May

A Vipasana Retreat May Be Your Greatest Mindfulness Experience

The Wind Through the Trees

Ken Cox is determined to help you reclaim your life. His recent book, Reclaim Sobriety; 12 Rounds of Sobriety, is a transformative guide for achieving lasting sobriety. Additionally, he co-authored a chapter in Kevin Harrington’s book, Many Paths to Profit. Ken is the President of a web hosting company called Hostirian and is the host of the Clicks and Bricks podcast. As an entrepreneur, Ken has built a successful career creating safe and happy workplaces, providing critical IT services to companies of all sizes, from small businesses to the Global 500. His commitment to trading value for value and developing products that benefit everyone involved has earned him recognition as a leading figure in the business world.

• Website: https://reclaimsobriety.com/

My son.

• Mindfulness has made a night-and-day difference in how I deal with my emotions.

• Every course that we do starts with breathing. When you find gratitude for having your breath, I think the world changes for every human.

• Book: Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson

No Nonsense Addictions Advice; Dr. Cali Estes

Mindful Movement In Addiction Treatment; Kendra Kirane

The Mindfulness Solution To Addiction With Expert Jeff Jones

Cameron Race is a purpose-driven dad, son, and business owner. He is the founder of the Man Up Dad (MUD) movement, a transformation program for businessmen and fathers, especially those with young children. MUD challenges men to confront the truth: they may not be the role models their children need. 2023 was pivotal; after learning his wife was pregnant with their second child, Cameron faced job loss and personal struggles, leading him to overhaul his life. Now, as a committed entrepreneur, he guides dads on their journey toward personal transformation and responsible fatherhood.

• Website: https://www.instagram.com/cameron_race/

Wes Watson, my first coach

• All we are is this big old ball of emotions. Those emotions are trying to hijack us from doing what's actually important to us.

• I know there is Wim Hof and a lot of people have specifically practiced breathing. I recognize in myself that when I am praying, I slow my breathing down.

• App: www.myfitnesspal.com

• Embrace Money Mindfulness; Spencer Sherman

Ellie Laks is the creator of cow hug therapy as part of her work as the founder of The Gentle Barn Foundation. This foundation is a national organization that rescues and rehabilitates unwanted animals and heals people with the same stories of abuse and neglect. Ellie is a powerful speaker, celebrated animal welfare advocate, humane educator, animal communicator, and the author of Cow Hug Therapy: How the Animals at The Gentle Barn Taught Me about Life, death, and Everything in Between. Ellie founded The Gentle Barn in 1999. She invented her own Gentle Healing method that allows old, sick, injured, and terrified animals to fully recover. Ellie has hosted hundreds of thousands of people who have come to The Gentle Barn seeking hope.

• Website: EllieLaks.com, GentleBarn.org

My husband, the co-founder of the Gentle Barn

• Mindfulness empowers us to breathe, relax, and to say what we need to say in the most mindful way.

• Breathing and focusing on the breath is important in my morning meditations. It helps me to get grounded.

• Book: Communication With All Life: Revelations of An Animal Communicator by Joan Ranquet

Come On Safari With Me; Rev Karen Cleveland

494 Live A Well Designed Life With Dr. Kyra Bobinet

Embody Your Soul and Be Fully Present; Ken W. Stone

Denise Mange is a certified dog trainer, animal communicator, pet numerologist, and founder of Pet Prana®. Her mindful approach to pet training combines traditional training with energetic considerations of pet guardianship. She has been featured in publications and media outlets worldwide, cementing her reputation as a pioneer in the field of mindful pet training. Her new book, Translating Your Pet’s Behavior: A Mindful Approach to Dog Training, is a #1 bestseller in its category on Amazon.

• Website: www.petprana.com

Abraham Maslow

• Emotions have always been a big proponent for me to sit back and reflect.

• Breathing is everything. It is life affirming for us and it's one way to remind us that we are worthy to be here on this planet.

• Book: A Theory Of Human Motivation by Abraham Maslow

• The biggest bully I've had to face in my life is actually myself.

• 435 Reclaim Your Health and Freedom With a Walking Life;  Antonia Malchik

165 Be Real, Raw, Honest, and Mindful Recommends Dr. Ed Osburn

Daniel Anderson is a coach who helps clients transition from trauma to empowerment.  As a holistic Trauma Recovery Coach, he helps clients find relief from stress, anxiety, and life dissatisfaction. The creator of ‘Your Purpose Driven Life,' he guides individuals through transformative journeys to break free from feeling trapped in lives that no longer feel authentic. His 12-week ‘Life: Remastered' program helps clients overcome false narratives, reconnect with their core values, and create a clear path to the life they desire. Daniel provides practical tools for rapid relief, helping clients quiet their minds, repair relationships, and uncover their true direction.

• Website: https://coachdanielanderson.com

Dr. Wayne Dyer

• I'm much better now at recognizing my negative emotions.

• I'm a strong advocate of mindful breathing. It's essential, not just for breathing, but for managing overwhelm.

• Book: Stay Focused and Move With The Universe: A Guide to Help You on the Road to Enlightenment by Daniel Anderson

• Looking back on bullying, I wish I had been more mindful and considered their perspective.

Grasping The Emotion of Trauma; David Richman

Publish, Promote and Profit; Tell Your Story Says Rob Kosberg

Rising Above Trauma With Dr. Lin Morel

Eric McHugh is an entrepreneur who is all about raising positivity.  He is the president of SHOPX web3 e-commerce, Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer of Dataing and AI-powered matchmaking. In the past, he founded a VC-funded Saas platform, worked at Snap, in DC and Barcelona, and as a consultant for fortune 500 companies going through the bankruptcy process. Eric has an IQ of over 140, enjoys playing chess and fine cuisine, and his main hobbies include fighting, chess, reading, and meditation.

• Website: https://shopx.co/

Herman Strasbourg

• I see emotions as fuel, and by accepting them, I can redirect and take action. When you're not mindful, you can't fully accept what's happening.

• Breathing is incredibly powerful.

• Book: The Emerald Tablet of Hermes by Hermes Trismegistus

• If someone is bullying you, it’s not excusable, but I try to see it from the perspective that they might be dealing with their own struggles. They may have challenging family circumstances, or maybe something traumatic happened, like losing a parent.

Innovation For All; Costa Michailidis

Breathe Better, Live Better; Michael Feldstein

Peace, Joy and Consistency Suggests Business Strategist Jay Fiset

Claudia Rosenhouse Raiken is my guest today to share birth conversations. She is a senior teacher at the School of Images (www.theschoolofimages.org) where she runs their DreamBirth™ Program. In that capacity Claudia has trained professionals world-wide and works with women and couples from all continents. She is a world expert at facilitating communication between the parents and the baby in the womb. She communicates with the souls planning to come, still not conceived, and even those that were miscarried or aborted. It is these conversations that led to the writing of Messages from the Womb. Claudia is a Childbirth Educator, a Birth Doula, an Alexander Technique Teacher, and a Biodynamic CranioSacral Practitioner. She holds a Masters from NYU in Kinesiology and Dance, and has assisted in over 300 births.

• Website: https://www.claudiaraiken.com/ 

• Catherine Shainberg (one of the creators of Dreambirth)

• First of all, I tend to see life and emotions on a larger scale, especially when I get deeply involved, as I have a lot of passion.

• When you imagine a beautiful garden, your breathing slows down. You don't have to do anything.

• Book: Messages from the Womb: Babies Talk Through Guided Visualizations Expanding Our Hearts and Minds by Claudia Rosenhouse Raiken

Dave Van Beekum is passionate about community and relationship building. He is a co-founder and digital marketing expert behind Tweva, the world’s first social TV network for small businesses and influencers. With a deep background in technology, Dave has excelled in software development, automation, and AI. His journey started with an early love for computers and technology, which he turned into a career dedicated to empowering small businesses. Dave is focused on helping them succeed by providing affordable advertising solutions.

• Blog: Zach Mathews's Blog

• My dad and my uncle

• I tend to be quite stoic most of the time. My wife often has to remind me that I'm not always in front of the computer, and I have to make an effort to stay positive, even when my mind is racing and jumping from one thought to another.

• I used to have an Apple Watch that reminded me to breathe periodically.

• Book: The Magic of Thinking Big by David Schwartz

• I think, especially for entrepreneurs, it's tough to relinquish control and accept that you don't know everything. When you do, it can almost feel like you're being bullied.

• Your Presence is a Superpower; Elizabeth Tripp

Evolving Your Leadership and Work-Life Harmony; Andre Young

Innovation For All; Costa Michailidis