Paralysis to Purpose

Christian Muntean, author of Train to Lead, joins Paralysis to Purpose to discuss his leadership philosophy. Muntean is a consultant who advises owners and executives of small and medium-sized businesses, drawing inspiration from his experience with athletics and Brazilian jiu-jitsu

What is Human Design?

A Mother-Daughter Journey with Deb Mueller

Parenting a child with mental health issues, provides its own set of parenting challenges that go beyond the “normal ones.” On today’s episode of Paralysis to Purpose the Podcast, Deb Mueller, author of “Love Hard”, shares her journey as the mother of Mia, her daughter who struggles with mental health challenges.

Deb shares the importance of surrounding yourself with others who have similar experiences and can speak life into your circumstances. You don’t have to do it all by yourself. The feeling of being alone or the only one is real and can have catastrophic effects if not addressed through support groups, spouse, family, etc.

Deb’s book, “Love Hard” is transparent and full of insights on how to navigate personally and collectively through the journey of raising a child with mental health challenges. “Love Hard” provides encouragement and instruction while increasing Mental Health awareness and support.

Mike Lee opens up about his profound journey with mental health, detailing the significant challenges he faced, including severe anxiety and depression. These struggles stemmed from both personal and professional pressures, which began during a particularly stressful period in his career.

Mike recounts the physical manifestations of his mental health issues, such as insomnia, lack of appetite, and constant fatigue, which exacerbated his emotional state and impacted his daily life and relationships.

A pivotal moment in Mike's journey occurred when he hit rock bottom and realized the necessity of significant changes in his lifestyle and mindset. He sought professional help, including therapy and counseling, which provided him with tools to manage his anxiety and depression. Finding a therapist who understood and supported his specific needs was crucial to his recovery. In addition to traditional therapy, Mike explored alternative treatments and self-help strategies, becoming an advocate for mindfulness practices such as meditation and yoga. These practices helped him regain control over his thoughts and emotions, while regular physical exercise served as a therapeutic outlet.

Mike also addresses the societal stigma associated with mental health, particularly for men who are often expected to suppress their emotions. He emphasizes the importance of breaking these stigmas by sharing experiences and seeking support without shame.

Throughout the podcast, Mike's journey is portrayed not just as a personal struggle but as a call to action for greater mental health awareness and support. He encourages creating a supportive environment where individuals can openly discuss their mental health without fear of judgment. By sharing his story, Mike hopes to normalize conversations about mental health and inspire others to prioritize their well-being.

Have Fun.  Serve Others.

The post COVID workplace has changed, or has it?

As much as things change, things stay the same.  Everyone wants to maximize their time.   Being

Ryan Estis, author of “Prepare for Impact – Driving Growth and

Estis is convinced that work and life can be and should be fun and

Compassion. Action.  Sympathy. Empathy.

As a basketball coach (retired), I always wanted the players on my

Estis discusses these fundamentals and more on today’s podcast.  

You will NEVER walk again.

Born in Iran, Dr. Amir Rashidian witnessed firsthand the atrocities of war. The Iranian government was overthrown. Iran became the Islamic Republic of Iran and the world as he knew it changed. He was 6-years old when Saddam Hussein’s Iraq invaded Iran and thus began the air-raids and bombings.

HIS STORY INSPIRED ME.  HIS FAITH ENCOURAGED ME.

On November 2, 2011, Vincent Rutley, actor, playwright and musician, survived a near fatal accident that severed his spinal cord. Diagnosed as a paraplegic with traumatic brain damage,

Vincent Rutley comes from a strong family of faith, and has

It was a few weeks after his surgery, that the miracles began.  Feeling and slight movement in his right arm, became a full range of motion.  Later, his left arm and wrist became

In 2014 Vincent returned to the stage play production “Street Corner “which he wrote, produces and starred in, from his wheelchair.  “Your disability doesn’t change the fact that

Vincent Rutley doesn’t deny the reality of the challenges that come with his spinal cord injury, but he refuses to let it dictate the quality of his life. He has learned to lean on his support system, spearheaded by his wife, who he was engaged to at the time of the accident.  His goal is to become the most sought-after quadriplegic actor in the business.

Thirteen years after the accident, Vincent Rutley still believes

Transparent. Real. Unedited.

Kenneth Lock II, author of the book “Shift Happens” , Pastor

Gratitude is a lifestyle for Pastor Kenneth Lock Ii.  And for him, giving to others is an expression of gratitude. The consummate servant, Pastor Lock is passionate about making a difference in the lives of whoever he encounters:  eager to share the principles he has used to navigate the muddy waters of life.

In his book “Shift Happens”, Lock helps help others find