Off The Comma

In this episode, we talk to Curtis McCullom. He describes himself as someone who helps people transform themselves. Curtis lives in the United States. 

Curtis tells us about sitting on a comma with baggage and unseen programs. When he was a rising professional, Curtis found himself at the top of his game and achieving his goals. In a moment designed for celebration, he made a consequential life decision that he later traced back to the emotional baggage he had been carrying his whole life. Getting curious, Curtis began to explore the boundaries of his own potential, until he achieved a life that was lighter and no longer operating unconsciously. Tune in to hear what Curtis means when he says “I believed that success is hard and difficult”. 

You can find Curtis on:

• Website:  http://www.bespokehumanpotentialcoaching.com/ 

• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/curtis.mccullom/ 

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtis-mccullom/

• YouTube:  https://youtube.com/@curtismccullom 

• TikTok:  https://tiktok.com/@curtismccullom  

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/curtis.mccullom.BHPC/ 

Curtis would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to him and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

My wife, Lisa, for being there with me through all of this

My 2 children who are with us and my son who has passed

My mom

The teachers who have helped me

Dr. Matt James  https://www.drmatt.com  Our Purpose is to Actively Empower the Planet through our diverse experiences and education as well as cumulative years of advanced teachings, we have developed proven techniques that merge psychological and neurological sciences with ancient Hawaiian spiritual teachings

#negativeprograms #hardanddifficult #Ineedtobelight #yougetwhatyouthinkabout #unmasked #NLPandMER #carryingthebackpack #letgooftheprogram #fightorflight #alwayslearning #successiseasy #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma 

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Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Anthony Dyer. He describes himself as patient, resilient and persistent. Anthony lives in the United States. 

Anthony tells us about sitting on a comma after retiring from the Air Force. Anthony’s identity was fundamentally shaped by the roles he played and the profound impact he had on saving the lives of those he served with. When it was time to leave, he was left with the memories, isolation and a vacuum of purpose. This led Anthony into a dark relationship with alcohol and more. As he recognized the trajectory of his path, he sought redemption that ultimately led him to a new mission with family, writing and helping others. Tune in to hear what Anthony means when he says “There’s no door handle to get back in.”

You can find Anthony on:

• Amazon Book:  https://a.co/d/0703SuPk 

• Instagram:  @ marco_brolo21

• TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@marco.brolo6?_r=1&_t=ZP-95cRQ53lvXa

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-dyer-3024591a6/

• Email:  [email protected]

Anthony would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to him and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

Equinox Ranch in North Carolina  https://www.equinoxranch.org  For many returning combat veterans, their homecoming was not the celebration that they or their loved ones dreamed about while they were deployed. These veterans cope with invisible wounds that lead to emotional numbness, anger, depression, anxiety, isolation and hyper vigilance. Attempting to distance themselves from pain and its debilitating effects, they try to repress the intrusive thoughts, flashbacks and nightmares. Military training, fear of psychiatric labels, and lack of trust makes it difficult to ask for help.

My Parents, who believed in me

Robbie Grayson, my publisher  https://www.traitmarkermedia.com  I'm Robbie Grayson, a quality liaison for stories. My industry role is to craft and share compelling narratives with the people and places that need them. Making the right story-to-people-and-place connections constantly requires me to level up on the art of refining a story's message. Three rules are key to making that happen: 1) get into your body, 2) give your message away, and 3) tell a better story.  

#redemption #lifeafterairforce #purposerelevance #writingformeaning #isolationbeforeelevation #bitterorbetter #whatsthenewmission #Imneveroutofthefight #gettingbackup #ownyourmistakes #thatspacerightafterthecomma #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma

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Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Tarra Stubbins. She is a lover of animals who like to help “underdogs” in life. Tarra lives in the United States. 

Tarra tells us about sitting on multiple commas with a rock star dream and entrepreneurship. Tarra started with a dream and threw herself into the circles and environments to create opportunities for networking. Her dream grew into a life of supporting successful stars in creative ways. By a certain point, she realized that she was good at helping others and started another business to share what she learned. Then, her biggest comma happened with her new business. As Tarra prepared herself for her next opportunities, she reflected on the lessons learned. Tune in to hear what Tarra means when she says “I actually don’t know if I knew what I wanted”.

You can find Tarra on:

• Website:  takeiteasygroup.com 

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarrastubbins/ 

Tarra would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

Everyone who put their trust in me to help them

All of my mentors, who were with me through the hard times

My husband who’s been with me for 20 years

All the people and times that have been bad and taught me valuable lessons

The hotel workers who helped me sanitize toothbrushes

#dirtyroadie #Iwantedtobeastar #secretsfromsuccessfulpeople #helpingunderdogs #crazyrockstars #builttobeanentrepreneur #learnedwhatnottodo #takeabreath #gratefulforlessons #preparedfornextcomma #toothbrush #roadie #musicindustry #havingfun #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma

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Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Corine LaFont. She describes herself as loyal, intense and playful. Corine lives in Trinidad and Tobago. 

Corine tells us about sitting on two commas with leaving toxic relationships. After many years together, Corine made the painful decision to leave, which also meant leaving her children. Separated by international boundaries, Corine began the process of rebuilding her own boundaries, while cleaning up the aftermath of having her children turned against her. As Corine built a new life, she recognized that she needed to be a different person than what others wanted her to be. Tune in to hear what Corine means when she says “I was becoming somewhat like him”.

You can find Corine on:

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/clafont/

Corine would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

God, for everything

All of the people who have had an influence in my life, positive or negative. I have learned lessons from all of you.

#toxicrelationship #startingover #mothersgrief #separationfromchildren #modelingmother #Iwasblamed #heturnedthem #forsurvival #betrayalbyothersandself #letgoofattachments #ballerinaintheglass #parenting #becominglikehim #thesmirk #mymindmustexpand #Ineedchange #healingwork #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma 

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Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Melissa Vera. She describes herself as kind, thoughtful and an encourager. Melissa lives in the United States. 

Melissa tells us about sitting on commas through tragic losses and other unfortunate events. As a mom and a daughter, Melissa walked a line between how she was raised and how she wanted to raise her children. As she navigated the loss of family who were her greatest cheerleaders, she learned to reflect on what she wanted to take from life. As she grew, she applied these lessons to circumstances that impacted her family, and also found a new voice and pathway forward for herself. Tune in to hear what Melissa means when she says “I no longer worry about what other people think”.

You can find Melissa on:

• Website:  adventuresfrugalmom.com  

• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/frugalmom 

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaavera/  

• Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOhpY-uzzVBH1Ii08ypuxWA 

• Podcast:  https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/chatsfromtheblogcabin/ 

Melissa would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

My parents, especially my Dad, who was my hero

My family: my 3 beautiful girls, 2 wonderful sons-in-law, my wonderful immigrant husband, and our adopted son and his wife and their little boy

My sister Karen, who was my cheerleader

Miss Paula, who lifted me up when I needed it most

My dog, Ali, who is a main character in my story

American Cancer Society  https://www.cancer.org  We are a leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. We are improving the lives of people with cancer and their families as the only organization combating cancer through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. 

Agent Orange Awareness  https://www.vvmf.org/Agent-Orange-Awareness-Day/  The Vietnam War may be over, but the battle continues for many Vietnam veterans. Nearly 3 million service members served in Vietnam and most returned home. But since then, thousands of Vietnam veterans have fought illnesses related to Agent Orange exposure. This deadly toxin has impacted the lives of thousands of veterans and their families but is largely unknown to most Americans.

#reclaimingmyvoice #theblogcabin #seriesoflosses #takingleaps #mycommunicationstyle #beliefinmyself #Iamstronger #notgivingup #rebirth #creativity #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma

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Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Anca Uni. She describes herself as curious, learning and on the path of self discovery. Anca lives in Canada. 

Anca tells us about sitting on a comma with a good life where she wanted to explore more. While she could describe her job and life as satisfying, Anca felt the pull to learn and discover more. He had an urge to see the world, so her family and she decided to move from Europe to Canada. Once she arrive and her new life unfolded, she found herself expanding her new career in trauma research. Anca followed her unique calling to create something meaningful for herself. Tune in to hear what Anca means when she says “it’s not what it created, it’s what I created out of it”. 

You can find Anca on:

• Website:  www.AncaUni.com

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/anca-uni-b-msc-msc-cissp-pmp-34aba22b2/

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/uni.mist.3/ 

• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/anca.uni/ 

• Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@AncaUni 

Anca would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

My kids, they’re awesome, I’m learning so much from them

My mentors, I’m blessed to have them

Everyone who is doing good in the world

#neuroscience #anotherlifebefore #jumpingoffthecomma #wantedmore #exploringandlearning #traumaresearch #whatIcreated #generationaltrauma #Ilovemylife #giftofhope #beyourself #goyourownway #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma 

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Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Kerri Roberts. She is woman of faith, wife and mother. Kerri lives in the United States. 

Kerri tells us about sitting on a comma with an identity shift. When the pandemic happened, Kerri found herself longing for a simpler life. Caught up in her corporate identity and roles, she wanted to create a quiet space away from the city and eventually moved her family there fully. After giving up her corporate role, she grieved the loss of that identity and the community that no longer identified with her choices and changes. Letting go of the role was simpler than navigating the isolation from others who used to embrace her. What she found was freedom, gratitude and joy. Tune in to hear what Kerri means when she says “I didn’t have to get self-righteous”.

You can find Kerri on:

• Website:  kerrimroberts.com

http://saltandlightadvisors.com

• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kerrimroberts 

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrimroberts/ 

Kerri would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

Coyote Hill  https://coyotehill.org/  Coyote Hill’s mission is to provide a safe place to be a child for every child impacted by foster care. For over 30 years, Coyote Hill Foster Care Ministries has worked to keep kids safe.

Welcome Home  https://www.welcomeveterans.org/  Welcome Home is an accredited non-profit veteran-centric organization, with a community-based approach, that empowers homeless and at-risk veterans to return to society as productive self-supporting citizens. 

#mindsetshift #changetheidentity #walkingaway #createnewlife #notaprisonsentence #whatreallymatters #disruptthenorm #gave20years #peoplefeeljudged #letgopowerfulrole #timefreedom #griefatlettinggo #eyesopen #investinmarriage #grattitudeandjoy #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma

Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ 

Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Vanessa Morse. She is an entrepreneur who wants to help others. Vanessa lives in the United States. 

Vanessa tells us about sitting on a comma after leaving a job that didn’t serve her. Vanessa wanted to start her own business and immersed herself into learning the things she needed to reach her audience and achieve viral momentum. Facing challenges from driving sales and views, she found it hard to keep her motivation alive. Through experimentation, study, taking risks and allowing things to unfold over time, Vanessa found herself starting to gain traction. What kept her moving forward was her determination to help others to create change for themselves. Tune in to hear what Vanessa means when she says “I focus on the impact, not the numbers”. 

You can find Vanessa on:

• Instagram Threads:  https://www.threads.com/@dreamlifelaunch?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==  

• YouTube:  https://youtube.com/@dreamlifelaunchboldera?si=gj0W5HDbe8SGy0cQ

• YouTube:  https://youtube.com/@dreamlifelaunchcafe?si=PkA-7YL6ZAy5Jzvv  

Vanessa would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

Arlan Hamilton’s Free Skool to help entrepreneurs https://www.skool.com/yourfirst5k/about?ref=f16a5ec58a0f4eae95eae7270e924746 

SCORE  https://www.score.org/

#entrepreneur #getsalesandviews #startupsarehard #focusonimpact #helpotherscreatechange #principlesversusalgorithms #2yearstotraction #buildtrust #testthingsout #mindsetmatters #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma 

Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ 

Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Josef Stetter. He is a husband, father and altruist who wants to make the world a better place. Josef lives in Canada. 

Josef tells us about sitting on many commas that often took him from highs to lows. While so many of these commas were difficult and challenging, Josef realizes that he learns something from each one and that they actually help him build skills and become an authority in his crafts. He also carries the respect, dignity and care for others that he learned from his father. Josef discovers that he can learn from the failures, pay it forward and help heighten humanity in the process. Tune in to hear what Josef means when he says “no one asked me how I was doing”. 

You can find Josef on:

• Websites:   https://www.culturaltransformationsystems.com/
 https://www.thecelebrategroup.com/

• Instagram:  @josef_Stetter for instagram

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/josefstetter/

Josef would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to him and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

My wife and kids.

My coach, Jonathan Kegler  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-kegler-305978373/     

My Father (In Loving Memory) - The man who taught me what it means to show up, even when life is at its hardest. 


Dr. Russell Thomas   https://www.linkedin.com/in/schoolofaimastery/  A mentor and partner who helped me see AI not as a tool, but as a responsibility. 

Cultural Transformation Systems (CTS)   https://www.culturaltransformationsystems.com/  A mission born from lived experience — to ensure no one feels invisible at work again. 

#positivereinforcement #supportingothers #expertandauthority #respectanddignity #payitforward #manycommas #alwayslearning #skillswedontteach #Ijustgotit #nevergiveup #notafraidtofail #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma 

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Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Craig Taylor. He describes himself as inquisitive, empathic and a good listener. Craig lives in the United States. 

Craig tells us about sitting on a comma after leaving a corporate job. While he may not have realized it then, he had been on the comma for some time. As Craig juggled responsibilities to his family and finances, he created a vision and a partnership toward a future with his own company and mission to take on big challenges in cyber security. Navigating the transition over a period of years, Craig exercised his “quiet confidence” and slowly worked to create the change he envisioned, with empathy and compassion. Tune in to hear what Craig means when he says “I don’t have a clue about how I’m gonna run this company”.

You can find Craig on:

• Website:  https://cyberhoot.com/ 

• Newsletter Registration: https://cyberhoot.com/newsletters/ 

• Individual Registration (Free Personal Training for Life): https://cyberhoot.com/individuals/ 

• 🎯 Special Podcast Offer: 20% off CyberHoot for 1 year using the podcast’s unique coupon code: Coupon Code: "Off the Comma"

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/CyberHoot/

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/cyberhoot/

Craig would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to him and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

My father, thank you for your support. My mother, who was a saint. All of my friends and family, who lifted me up along the way.

Lee and Shawn who help me run the tournament and raise funds.  

My co-founders, Brad, Chuck and Raf, as well as the entire Cyberhoot team. I couldn’t have done it without you. 

Pan Mass Challenge (PMC) Supporting Dana Farber Institute. For 12 years I have ridden 192 miles over 2 days in August raising funds for cancer research. https://profile.pmc.org/CT0104   My fund raising page is found here:  https://runsignup.com/craigMTaylor2026/  

#cybersecurity #careershift #psychologybackground #empathyandcompassion #rewardversuspunishment #quietconfidence #solvingbigproblems #multipliereffect #growmycommunity #theyhavetheanswersIdont #communityservice #listentounderstand #depositsmultiply #takecareofeachother #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma 

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Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!