Positive Impact with Andrew Schultz

In this episode, Andrew talks about his opportunity to make amends with his old boss - The guy who hired Andrew in 2004 and gave him his start into the corporate world - And fired him in 2011 thanks to adderall-induced and disruptive behavior. 

Eight years had passed since they last spoke. A story of healing and closure. And making right the wrongs of the past.  

This week saw a huge wave of emotions as I prepare to launch my new website - I judged myself, applied "labels", thought I was playing small and riddled with fear - Yet now I see everything worked out exactly as it's supposed to. Call it Divine Intervention, Universe having my back, God's Perfect Timing. 

The lessons I learned: Be Patient, Have Faith, and Trust. 

In this episode, I share a story I've never told before - being filled with so much fear during my 1st interview - and what happened. 

I talk about the true value of community. The beauty of connection. The magic of vulnerability and holding space for others to be seen and heard.  The transformation that happens when we give others permission to share their truth.

So many beautiful memories, amazing people, and personal development growth. Friendships for life. 

Over the past 4 years, I've become a yoga and mediation teacher, started a podcast, created my own mindfulness and transformation coaching program, hosted an international yoga retreat, and celebrated 4 years of sobriety......All thanks to the love and support of so many amazing people within the company.  

From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU, to everyone who helped me get to where I am today. 

Jay Nixon - My Mentor, Coach, Confidant, and Brother. In this episode, Jay and I dig deep into his new book. 

New Book Details: 

Learn How to Turn Tragedy and Pain into a Catalyst for Growth and Success!

It's been said that pain is a fundamental part of life—a darkness that acts as a contrast to the light.

Most, if not all of us experience pain at some point in our lives, particularly the emotional pain of loss. While it may be true that pain is unavoidable, it doesn't have to lead to meaningless suffering. 

Pain can serve a far greater purpose in your life than something to be feared.

Jay Nixon, the bestselling author of The Overweight Mind: The Undeniable Truth Behind Why You're Not Losing Weight is back with a groundbreaking new book, The Purpose of Pain: How to Turn Tragedy into Triumph, Because Life’s Not Supposed to Suck!

The Purpose of Pain is a transformational guide that shows you how to turn pain into a catalyst for change—how you can turn your story of tragedy into a life of triumph. In the book, Nixon chronicles his personal struggle with the pain of losing his father at age five in a devastating head-on car crash – an event that cast a two decade-long shadow over his life.

Using a combination of direct truths and a touch of humor, Nixon walks you step by step through the process he used to overcome the tragedy that had dominated his life, and turn it into a life of triumph and success. The result is a compassionate guide that anyone can use to conquer emotional pain in all of its many forms. 

In this book, you’ll learn:

Most of all, you’ll pinpoint the habits and thinking patterns you’ve been unconsciously using to sabotage your own progress, so you can overcome your pain and turn it into a catalyst for progress.

You can also find Jay at:

website: www.ThriveForeverFit.com

Podcast: Thrive Forever Fit Show with Jay Nixon https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thrive-forever-fit-with-jay-nixon/id1383255056 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaynixon.thrivefitness/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jay.nixon.7 

New Book Website: http://www.thepurposeofpain.com 

My Spiritual & Sober Sister, Jennifer Juckett, interviewed me in this episode.....Disclaimer: I had NO IDEA what the questions were ahead of time and everything was authentic and vulnerable in-the-moment. 

We talk about mysterious missing content on my LinkedIN profile, importance of finding your tribe and building community and connection, and designing daily spiritual practices to build new and healthy habits.   

And huge acknowledgement to Jenn for being prepared and asking questions that were very intentional and allowing for rich and meaningful conversation. She did an amazing job and I trust you will love this episode as much as I did in recording it. 

"Resentment can be helpful on the football field." - Bob Newton 

Bob Newton was an All-American football player at University of Nebraska in 1970 and helped the school win their 1st national championship under coach Bob Devaney. Bob was instrumental in building the "Husker Power" national brand which led to bigger, faster, and stronger players under Boyd Epley's strength and conditioning program. Bob's story of being recruited by Tom Osborne from junior college in California, and respective recruiting trip to Lincoln on a cold January night in 1969, is classic. 

Bob played in the NFL for 11 seasons after being drafted in the 3rd round by Chicago Bears - 5 seasons with the Bears, and 6 seasons with the Seattle Seahawks - Playing alongside (and against) some of the greatest players including Dick Butkus, Walter Payton, John Riggins, Dan Dierdorf, Jack Youngblood, Joe Green, Gale Sayers, and Steve Largent. 

His playing career was cut short due to active addiction/alcoholism and Bob's life changed forever on July 12, 1983 when he checked into Valley General hospital for help. Beginning a life of recovery, Bob became a certified alcohol and drug counselor in 1986 and has been helping others in recovery ever since touching the lives of thousands of people.....Including me and my family!

On Christmas morning 2009 we did an intervention for my Father's drinking, and by the Grace of God and Divine Intervention, my family met Bob for 1st time. A Christmas Miracle. An amazing story. Lifelong friendships. Recovery. Healing. Sobriety. Hope. Gratitude. A new legacy. 

Bob is now Director of Clinical Services for Dr. Harry Haroutunian who specializes in concierge alcohol and drug recovery services. Their phone # is (760) 674-0005. Bob & Dr. Harry are two of the best in the business. If you, or someone you know, needs help please contact them.   

Inspired by the positive response from my corporate client last night, Andrew gives a quick introduction to the chakras and then a guided chakra meditation. Please skip to 8:52 for the guided chakra meditation only. . 

Special thanks to @davidji and his book Sacred Powers for the inspiration and content. A great read and even greater mentor and spiritual teacher. 

Dr. Allen Berger defines 'Emotional Sobriety' as, "From simply abstaining from an addictive behavior to creating a lifestyle that reaches deeper emotional balance. The missing link in achieving optimal recovery. Helps us reach a place in our lives where we truly feel emotionally whole." 

In this episode, Andrew talks about:

"A problem isn't a problem - It's actually something that is elevating our soul." -Dana Damara

Dana Damara (@danadamaraevolution www.danadamara.com) is an author, mystic, healer, trainer, teacher, coach, and mom. In this episode, Dana & I talk about:

Dana is a bright light and definitely having a positive impact in the community touching the lives of thousands of people through her books, teacher trainings, coaching programs, and workshops and retreats.  

Kevin Zurek (IG: @RecoveryRockstars FB: @RecoveryRockstars www.recoveryrockstars.com) started Recovery Rockstars after the loss of 3 loved ones - His best friend, Doug, his brother-in-law, Noah, and his sister, Holly - All to suicide, mental health, and addiction. 

A self-proclaimed "Corporate Crusader by day and Recover Superhero by night," in this episode Kevin opens up about the impact addiction has had on his life and family, why he launched Recovery Rockstars, and the impact he's had sharing personal stories of transformation from people throughout the world overcoming addiction. Sharing stories, saving lives, and delivering a message of hope.

Kevin's passion and purpose is to create a community and connect other recovery rockstars to share their stories and end the stigma of addiction and mental health. 

Please share this with anyone who needs help and let people know they're never alone.