Remix Your World

In this episode, Karsten sat down with Alyson and shared his decades of DJing and producing. 

Karsten also talked about his musical influence and what made him start to be a producer.  

He shared his experience backpacking in Thailand, Vipassanā Meditation and Sobriety.  

There is a lot of things that unravel in this episode, so listen up and be ready to go with the flow. 

Enjoy! 

What you will discover in this episode: 

• Karsten beginning his love for music at an early age 
• Karsten's first mentor 
• When did Karsten realize that being a DJ is what he wanted to do in his life 
• The big life remix he made into sobriety at 23 
• How "The Power of Now" helped shape his presence 
• How he chooses to stand out in the crowd 

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Think about a time in your life where you had a breakdown. It doesn't have to be a huge breakdown. We experience breakdowns all the time. Breakdowns in communication, breakdowns in ideas, breakdowns in gear and technology, and of course emotional breakdowns. 

Can you think about a time when you recently had one? How did you deal with it?  

As a music producer, I love adding new elements to my breakdowns and having something completely different happen after the drop.  

As a coach, it's also the same. I help people thru their life transitions. We strip down to the basics, add new elements and create new rituals and behaviors that allow them to breakthrough the area that was once sticky for them.  

Have a listen to the podcast and let me know about your experience. DM me on Instagram or post in the Remix Your World Facebook Group.

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Can you identify the story that you are running in your head about this change?

Often these stories start with the sentence I can't; I don't know how I wish I could, and why is this happening to me?

If you take a more in-depth look at those stories, they are putting you in a frequency of victim consciousness and are keeping you in a state of disempowerment.

What would it look like if you remixed those "why is this happening to me" questions into "how can I grow from this" or "what is my life asking I do differently." 

These insightful questions put you in a much higher frequency to first accept the change that is happening and then responds with grace and gratitude instead of a poor me attitude.  

In week 4 of my CIJ class, we dive into penetrating questions; how we can use them in our daily lives to not only connect with other people more intently but the items offer us wisdom and guidance when change can feel so scary.  

Have you ever had a chance to witness Buddhist monks make a sand mandala? 

The amount of time, presence, patience and mindfulness that goes into each grain of painted and takes days to create. 

These sacred visuals are representations of the vast universe. 

Because of the teachings of impermanence, they destroy the Mandala once they have finished. 

They believe that things do not die, but they merely transform. It is a practice of non-attachment.  

It's quite mesmerizing, and if you get a chance to see it in person, I highly recommend it.  

Meditate on this concept this week. 

Think of the situations in your life that are changing and see if you can find a little more ease into letting go. 

Knowing that nothing ever dies, it merely transforms. 

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Sand mandala: Tibetan Buddhist ritual

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On this episode, I sat down with one of my favorite producers.

If you have listened to my sets chances are you have heard his music, remixes or tracks off of his Label HotL Records. 

What I loved about our conversation is how easy our flow was.

We haven’t ever spoken before and there is a connection I feel with him.

Once we got deeper into our conversation, I can understand why. We share a lot of the same values, morning practices and out look on our own versions of “spiritual” life.

We spoke about his creative process, DJing and his family.

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How do you set intentions for yourself?

Do you set intentions for how you want to show up for yourself, friends, loved ones, your work, and this world?

Or do you set intentions at all?

The power of creating intentions for your daily life and part of using it towards a bigger life and your goals is super important.

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The crew who were starting Sweet Spot Miami a new event in Miami that goes down this weekend is here today. 

Dj Deanne, DJ Pride, Matt and Erin are all here to talk about what they are creating. It is something fresh and sweet.  

Listen now, to know more about this new nightlife that will re-imagine your "soul" to bringing you more JOY! 

In this Episode you will discover 

• The history of the first moment they knew that house music was their thing 
• Deanne’s aha moment to create something new  
• How much art comes out of pain 
• Origin of the name Sweet Spot 
• DJ Pride describing the atmosphere of their venue, Charcoal at The Wynwood Yard 
• Matt’s and Erin’s contribution to Sweet Spot Miami 

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DJ Deanne 

DJ Pride

Erin Stacey  

Matt Silver

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Are you the kind of person that looks at your phone the second you wake up? Do you check emails while still being in bed? What about scrolling on socials. 

If this is you, then I'm begging you to consider starting a new ritual. If you are doing any of those things, you are setting your day up for comparison and overwhelm before you have even gotten out of bed. 

If you are checking your email, you are answering to someone else's agenda. 

If there is one thing you can introduce this year to your daily life, I highly recommend creating a daily ritual. 

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The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron 

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If you've been around Miami's club scene, you know Alan T. 

He's flashy, loud, aggressive, charming, and funny all at the same time. He has to be. He deals with throngs of people trying to get into some of the city's brightest hot spots. He has to hear, "But I know so-and-so, and he told me I was on the list!" about a hundred times every night. So you can't blame him for being curt with patrons. 

However, unlike the French doormen that litter Miami Beach's nightclubs, Alan T puts on a show, sometimes with a loudspeaker to amplify the insults he throws at people. 

Currently, he works for Space on Saturdays, but he's been around, working the doors for spots such as Pawn Shop Lounge and Nocturnal. 

In addition to being a doorman, Alan T. is also a house-music vocalist (he has the Discogs page to prove it) and holds a master's in Architecture from Columbia University. He's a nightlife renaissance man. Still, Alan T's most exceptional talent is making the door at Space more interesting.

You will love this episode because we will strip off Alan's mask and we got real and had a sweet, loving, friendly conversation as if we just picked up the phone and just chatted. Enjoy!

• Becoming the world's most famous club door man 
• Overcoming CANCER while touring and working nightlife hours
• What changes he made in his diet to win over cancer
• How meditation and mindfulness have become a part of his daily life
• Marathon sets with Danny Tenaglia

#21 How To Remix Your Goal Setting Process

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Brooklyn native Kimberly Davis, the only child to Carol Jean Davis, is embracing her family heritage. It was her late mother – a singer for such elite Motown creatives as Smokey Robinson – who introduced the little girl to music. Even her father was a musician, thanks to his trusty saxophone. Kimberly’s home was the perfect garden in which to grow a giant talent.

In her own words: “I’ve been singing since I could talk. Growing up in a musical household, you can’t help but love and appreciate all types of music.” She eagerly got involved in anything and everything musical, from elementary school to her attendance at the prestigious LaGuardia High School of Music and the Arts. So the school that inspired the movie, ”Fame,” nurtured Kimberly’s unmistakable talent as well. 

It was there that she joined an all-girl group -- called initially “Petite” and later changed to “Ex-Girlfriend” -- managed by Full Force. Sensing her potential and feeling restricted within an age group, Kimberly chose to push forward as a solo artist.

Her life’s decision came just in time before she also became the mother to her only child, Jamel Davis. Even while working a 9 to 5 office job, Kimberly avidly pursued her burning passion for singing. That exact, unswerving commitment helped her transition herself to a full-time gig as a vocalist.

From her work on soundtracks and jingles, and with her background of singing and touring, Kimberly kept turning her dreams into reality with full force! Right out of the gate, her first single –- “Get Up” from D1 Music –- reached #12 on the Billboard Dance Club Charts. Her next single, “Twist of Love,” built on that first success. It was played by over 200 radio stations, debuting at #41 on Billboard’s Hot Club Play Charts. After just a few weeks, it had skyrocketed up to #9 where it remained for four weeks more. 

But as they say, third time’s the charm! Her single, “With You,” landed her the #4 spot on the Billboard Dance Club Charts. Most recently, Kimberly’s unique vocal prowess was featured for the world by Tony Moran and Nile Rogers in “My Fire.” Kimberly hopes this latest song -- already zooming up the charts -- will spawn a slew of exciting remixes and many more new songs beyond. She hopes to share her great fire on television, at Gay Pride parades and as many festivals as possible.

Kimberly Davis is now lead singer for the famous disco band, “CHIC” featuring Nile Rodgers. Today she glows under that spotlight throughout the world in performances-by-invitation. Across North America, South America, Europe, Asia, the UK and even “down under,” audiences on every continent respond to Kimberly’s exceptional vocal prowess. Across every culture, people can feel the heart, soul, and passion she always infuses into her music.

Kimberly is striving to create a legacy that will forever honor her music and voice as the once little girl who sang her face off every chance she got, and who was always humble but stayed fierce. She wants her fans to feel nothing but euphoria when they hear her sing … because there's nothing like a dance floor to help everyone forget the drama of daily life. Kimberly’s journey has been rewarding, but her pursuit of more growth continues unquenched. Up next? “More and more music,” she says. “I've sung since I could talk. I’m not stopping anytime soon!”

• Kimberly's love for music as a kid in Brooklyn 
• The first song she can remember singing
• Recounting her childhood memories around music
• Her defining moment, when she decided that this is it!
• Kimberly's Life Remix; sharing her personal and career's challenges and triumps

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Do you struggle with completing goals? Do you start out the new year with such excitement and then you lose steam by the second week? Do you make a list of resolutions only to come up short and beat yourself up after not making it happen?

If you do, then boy oh boy, I can help you!

As a creative artist and entrepreneur, I have struggled many times with focus and reaching deadlines. I'm a dreamer and have big visions, I see things in pictures, diagrams, and circles. I love this about myself but it often affected my progress and completion. I had to find a better way. I couldn't be the only creative person out there who has this same struggle. When I became a Coach, so much had to shift. I couldn't live in what I call "artist" time anymore. I had deadlines, clients, classes and meetings. I had to create systems that would help me stay focused and stay on track with my goals and projects. One of the workshops I developed was a Goal Digging Workshop. I designed a workshop that would help people break down one big goal so that they could see the process and really get defined and focused. I still do these exercises with my clients and students. Now, i'm offering part of this workshop in an E-Book for free for you. Free! How epic is that?

All you have to do is click on the link above, download the E-Book, print it out or grab a notebook or journal, carve out about 30-45 minutes and dive in.

It's powerful and will help you get clear, get focused and get it done. I've had many students breakthrough their blocks around goal setting doing this work and I know you will find results as well. When you do, let me know. I'd love to hear about your progress. And if you are looking to go a little deeper then you and I can discuss one on one coaching or my CIJ class. Both may be an option for you. Reach out if you are ready to Remix Your World.

Happy Goal Digging!

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