The Hidden Why Podcast

Candice Shelby is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Colorado at Denver, USA. She has published in the history of philosophy, metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of mind, and addiction, and has spoken at international venues on a variety of topics related to addiction. She is a popular lecturer in the national addictions recovery community.

We chat about her newest book Addiction, a book that argues that addiction should be understood not as a disease but as a phenomenon that is to be understood on many levels at once. Employing a complex dynamic systems approach and philosophical methodology, Shelby explains addiction as an irreducible neurobiological, psychological, developmental, environmental, and sociological phenomenon.

We begin the conversation off with a discussion around philosophy, what it means and why it is becoming more paramount in this rapidly changing world. I really enjoyed this chat and I hope you do also.

The Quick and Easy Way to Effective Speaking by Dale Carnegie

What is your greatest fear?

Can I suggest that public speaking is up their in your top 10. To some this might sound strange yet even the most rehearsed speakers have some nerves before speaking. Public speaking is one of the most common fears among people. Why?

Our fears are inbuilt and designed to protect us from self-harm. Fear brings upon us unpleasant emotions when we face danger, pain, or injury. Yet what is the worse thing that could happen when we speak in front of a crowd?

What makes us so nervous that we will avoid public speaking at all costs? Some people would rather die than to have to stand up and speak in front of an observing audience. Strange, right? In this book Dale Carnegie shares the secrets to overcoming this fear and becoming an effective speaker.

Variety, Uncertainty and A Sense of Adventure: Necessities in Avoiding Stagnation “The quality of your life is directly related to how much uncertainty you can comfortably handle.” Tony Robbins Comfort is nice it’s what we most favour. However, comfort can allow us to fall into stagnation. It is here we stop progressing. It is here … Continue reading 247: Leigh Martinuzzi | Variety, Uncertainty and A Sense of Adventure: Necessities in Avoiding Stagnation

“It’s about how you make people feel.” John Ruhlin

John went from farm boy to the greatest sellers in Cutco’s 68-year history by understanding the value of gift giving and relationships. John will tell you, “how you love and treat people will open more doors than you can imagine.”

John learnt the principles of generosity from “Attorney Paul,” and started selling the largest deals in Cutco’s history. Not only was he gifting knives but he was being asked to speak on stages around the country to teach sales and marketing teams how to build relationships in unconventional ways.

“It’s not the thought that counts, it’s the thoughtful thought.”

Ruhlin Group started in 2000 and quickly broadened gifting options and strategies, but many of the original principles never changed. Knowing how and when to give gifts is just as important as what to gift. These minor details have been tested and proven over a decade to bring a guaranteed “wow” to any industry from financial services to manufacturing widgets.

John and his company work with many large companies across a vast array of fields teaching them how to incorporate a gift giving strategy into their business to grow their success. In this interview John shares the principles and ideas behind gift giving. Enjoy the value within!

Life Is Not Niche, It’s Complex but Living Life Need Not Be Complicated “Life isn’t as serious as the mind makes it out to be.” Eckart Tolle.   In this episode I discuss the thought that although life is complicated living it need not be so. We can find a simple and more beautiful existence … Continue reading 245: Leigh Martinuzzi | Life Is Not Niche, It’s Complex but Living Life Need Not Be Complicated

Justin Constantine is a former Marine and attorney and is now an inspirational speaker and leadership consultant. He survived a gunshot wound to the head while serving in Iraq. He recently completed his first book, My Battlefield, Your Office: Leadership Lessons from the Front Lines. His writing on military and leadership issues have been featured in such outlets as CNN, Time, the Washington Post, The Atlantic, Forbes magazine, and USA Today. Justin is a Presidential Leadership Scholar and a Fellow with the Truman National Security Project.

Justin is an expert in overcoming adversity, leadership, and Veteran employment. In this episode we discuss the amazing adversity he has recently been through and techniques that have helped him push through and progress. We specifically look at awareness and why becoming more conscious is the key to progression. Justin also shares some tips on leadership taken from his book.

“And, when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.”

The word alchemy comes from the Greek word Khemeia that means “art of transmuting metals.” This is apparently an ancient art that people have been trying to work on for millennia with little success. Particularly the attempt to turn common metals into gold. Used as an analogy to tell an inspiring story of a Shepard boy, Santiago, in his search for life’s treasure.

It has been a book on me to read list for some time and I am glad to have finally read it. Actually, it was one I was going to read but instead got an Audible copy to listen to. This book is a very suitable book to listen to in audio form as it tells a story. Non-fiction books and other educational books often are better in hard copy. It was also narrated by Jeremy Irons – a very suitable and enjoyable voice to listen to.

What makes the other person in a relationship feel greater will ultimately be the thing that takes you to the next level. This is a concept that can be applied to any relationships in life. What benefits one often will benefit the other. In nature this is called Mutualism – the way two organisms of … Continue reading 242: Leigh Martinuzzi | A Powerful Thought to Reflect Upon In Regards To the Relationships in Your Life

Dr Wallace conducted pioneering research on the Transcendental Meditation technique. His seminal papers in Science, the American Journal of Physiology, and Scientific American supported a new paradigm of mind-body medicine and brain development.

Dr Wallace was the founding President of Maharishi University of Management and founding President of Maharishi Ayurveda Corporation of America. He travelled throughout the world for many years with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi giving lectures at major universities and institutes on consciousness-based health programs.

He has recently published Dharma Parenting: Understand Your Child's Brilliant Brain for Greater Happiness, Health, Success, and Fulfillment, with attempt to explain the reasons for these differences using ground-breaking scientific research to help parents ascertain their child’s unique brain/body type. Drawing on the time-tested knowledge of these Ayurvedic types and combining it with the latest understanding of how the brain is shaped by natural maturation, Wallace and Travis show parents how to better understand their child’s natural inclinations and corresponding strengths and weaknesses.

He is the author of many other books and this chat he shares some great insight into how we can all live a life with greater happiness, health, success, and fulfilment.

“What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.” Zig Ziglar I set myself a challenge 3 months ago and opened the doors for others to join me. One reason I did this was to really hold myself more accountable but in the aim of … Continue reading 240: Leigh Martinuzzi| The Challenge 2 Transformation: Lessons, Insights, Wins & Preparation for a Killer 2017