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Brian can best be described as "Focused High Energy"! He is one of the most inspiring men I know! 

Tune in to hear his story.

• At age 16, he lost his father to cancer.
• At age 57, he suffered a stroke that should have killed him.
• He decided at that time to create the "2nd Half" of his life.
• He is a founding partner with the Reeder, Plachta, & Murphy Law Firm
• Author
• Spiritual Guide
• Husband and Father

"Take a baby step, but make it the biggest baby step you can take!"
"Growth in life comes down to Order-Disorder-ReOrder"
"Gaining wisdom comes from one of three sources: life experiences, other people, or infused knowledge (light bulb moments)."

Bamboo Pack, I can't thank you enough!
Your host,
Brian

Finding Flow Book on Amazon

https://brianplachta.com  (website)

YouTube Page

Facebook Page: Simple Wisdom for Everyday Living

October 11 Zoom and In-Person Workshop

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in good etiquette form, i must apologize for the audio glitch in this episode. I'm still learning.

Mariah is a force!

Etiquette is the magic weapon that can separate us from the competition, and there is nobody better qualified than this lady to lead us.

https://www.instagram.com/oldsouletiquette/?hl=en

https://www.oldsouletiquette.com/

Well, it would not be very polite of me not to introduce myself, now would it? Hello, my name is Mariah...

• My greatest passion in life is helping people become the very best version of themselves through the confidence gained by learning modern etiquette. My mission is to bring an intentional sparkle back to a lost art.
• My method of teaching puts a modern twist on timeless lessons of protocol, manners, and respect, to help my clients create stronger connections, distinguish themselves, and reach their full potential in their personal and professional lives. I am honored to work with individuals of all ages and backgrounds located across the globe.
• I am located in New York City, offering services in person as well as virtually. OSE's services include private consulting, group sessions, webinars, speaking engagements, and special events on the following topics: youth, social, dining and business etiquette, personal branding, wedding preparation, style consulting, and more. 
• Before founding OSE, I managed a fashion and lifestyle blog, and worked in corporate fashion in the garment center of NYC. 
• I adore the style of the 1950’s & 1960’s. I have been an old soul for as long as I can remember! I am all about vintage style, not vintage values. 
• My family, a hot cup of tea, I Love Lucy, long walks, a big bowl of pasta, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, any Frank Sinatra song, Paris, antique shopping, New York City…these are a few of my favorite things! 

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Once Tyler's first episode was released on May 17th of this year; listeners came out of the woodwork to hear is inspiring story of strength and mindset. WE JUST HAD TO HAVE HIM BACK!

"If you let your mindset tell you that you're a victim, you have to change your mindset!"

"The only disability that I have is the one I let mind believe I have!"

"Because of cerebral palsy, I am forced to be me!"

Here, Mr. Sigmon expands on The 5 Practices of Pain To Power:
1.) Embrace Your Limp
2.) Subtraction
3.) Figure It Out
4.) Lean Into It
5.) Live To Give

Thank you, Tyler and to all of you Bamboo Pack Members.

Your appreciative host,
Brian

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•Survivor of the 9/11 terrorist attack (Wendy was there!)

•Award-winning  journalist 

•The Wall Street Journal

•ABC News

•CNBC

•Consumer Reports 

•SmartNews (September 2022)

•Author of Little Chapel on the River (one of my all-time favorite books)

•Obstacle course competitor

"I was born with ink in my veins!"
"Age isn't an enemy, but a secret weapon!"
"We all have to find what is untapped in us!"

https://www.gwendolynbounds.com/

Thank you to Wendy and to the best damn listeners in the podcasting world, The Bamboo Pack.

Your host,
Brian

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Brother Jim; a walking, talking piece of "living history". 

• President of U of D Jesuit High School & Academy
• Volunteer hero of the 2010 Haiti earthquake
• Original founding member of Team Rubicon
• Hunter-Historian-Fiddler

Pillars:

• Open to Growth
• Religious
• Loving
• Intellectually Competent
• Committed to Justice

"You have to be open to growth. You have to be able to pivot. If you want to make God laugh, make plans!"

Thank you to Brother Jim and to the best damn listeners in the podcasting world; The Bamboo Pack!

Your host,
Brian

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90-Day Push:

1. Set 1-2 "expected results" for the rest of 2022.
2. List the CHANGES you need to make in order to achieve them:
   • What do you need to Start doing?
   • What do you need to Stop doing?
   • What do you need to Continue doing?
   • What do you have to Accept for the time-being?
3. Write out the CHALLENGES you might face, both internal and external.
4. Decide on the CHAMPIONS you'll need in your corner (people and resources).

It's that simple, yet far from easy! But I know you're up to the challenge!

You are so very much appreciated.

Your Host,
Brian

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Dr. Ben Gillis is a teacher at heart. And he applies this amazing skill set, as he dramatically transforms the health and well-being of his patients.

"Everyday is a blessing. Never take your health or your life for granted."
"You either pay the price now and take smalls steps to improve your health, or you pay the price later!"

Small Steps:

1. Create consistent sleep patterns.
2. Don't snack 2-3 hours before bed.
3. Practice proper breathing.
4. Move your body more.
5. Sauna.
6. Take cold showers.
7. Be aware of your sugar intake (no more than 30-40 grams per day).
8. Meditate.

Bamboo Pack Members- You are the greatest listeners in the podcast world! I appreciate each and every single one of you.

Brian

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Afraid to try standard meditation?
Tried it, and yet no real results?

Sam has your back! As well, she has  a MUCH  deeper and more impactful approach for reaching your inner compass.

Your choice. Choose wisely!

https://samkalawart.com/

Bamboo Pack, you are my favorite peeps.
Brian 

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31 years with the Michigan State Police has taught this man far more than most!
I prefer to lead from the front rather than manage from the rear.
Know your audience and  then motivate them accordingly.
Firm but fair.

Kyle started off as a skinny, pigeon-toed, late bloomer.  Rather than let this be his downfall, he used it as motivation. He worked his ass off to become the man he is today. And the man he is today is nothing short of amazing and inspiring!

This is his story.

Bamboo Pack Members, I appreciate you all!
Brian

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53 years sports writing for the Detroit Free Press can only mean an infinite number of interesting stories and experiences.  Listen here, and Mick shares some of these, along with the wisdom he is acquiring on his remarkable journey.

Lloyd Carr
Jim Abbott
Ervin Johnson
Derek Jeeter
The Fab 5
Mark "The Bird" Fidrych

"I've been a jerk for a long time!

Mick McCabe was born in Allen Park, Michigan and graduated from Allen Park Cabrini High School and then graduated from University of Detroit before embarking on a 46-year sports writing career at the Detroit Free Press starting in 1970. While covering a variety of sports assignments, his primary focus has been on high school and college sports. He was nicknamed “Son of Swami” for his predictions of high school football and basketball games. In 2010 McCabe was named the Michigan Sportswriter of the year and has won several state and national awards. In 2014, he was only the fifth sportswriter to be inducted into the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame. McCabe’s focus on high school girls' athletics led the Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan (BCAM) to rename their Miss Basketball award honoring the state’s top senior female high school basketball player to the Mick McCabe Miss Basketball Award.  Mick McCabe was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame in 2018.

I appreciate all of you Bamboo Pack Members!
Brian

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