The Hidden Why Podcast

Struggle In a world that's obsessed with fast hacks, quick wins, and Instagram-perfection (cue "Everything is Awesome"), struggle has become taboo. A sign that something's gone horribly wrong. But what if we've got it all wrong about getting it wrong? What if struggle isn't a battle to fight, a trap to avoid, or a sign of weakness? What if struggle is precisely where the magic happens - where we do our best, most important work? In this interview, I talk with Grace Marshall about struggle and how we can use our Struggles' as opportunities.

The New Normal Leigh Martinuzzi · 983 Dr. Jennifer Ashton – The New Normal ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent, Dr. Jennifer Ashton, is the USA’s leading voice of Women’s Health. Dr. Ashton is a board-certified OB-GYN, author, and is board-certified in Obesity Medicine. Today she is he to discuss her new book, The New Normal. Delving into … Continue reading 983 Dr. Jennifer Ashton – The New Normal

Being Better An insightful chat with Kai Whiting discussing the benefits of stoicism on being better. In the post-pandemic world is this the new normal and what are the implications we will face. We delve in to living with virtue and in accordance with nature, explained beautifully with Kai in this conversation. Guest Bio. Kai Whiting is a researcher and lecturer in sustainability and Stoicism based at UCLouvain, Belgium. He Tweets @kaiwhiting and blogs over at StoicKai.com

The New Normal ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent, Dr. Jennifer Ashton, is the USA's leading voice of Women's Health. Dr. Ashton is a board-certified OB-GYN, author, and is board-certified in Obesity Medicine. Today she is he to discuss her new book, The New Normal. Delving into the mastering of resilience in a post-pandemic era also with a focus on health, nutrition, and well-being. Loads to enjoy in this conversation. Guest Bio. Dr. Ashton is a graduate of Columbia College, Columbia University. She then received her medical degree from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, where she was elected Class President for four consecutive years. Upon graduation, she was awarded the prestigious Bartlestone Award in Pharmacology. Dr. Ashton received her post-graduate training in women's health and surgery at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center in NYC, an affiliate of Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons. She served as Administrative Chief Resident and was awarded Chief Resident of the Year upon completing her residency. She received a Master of Science Degree in Nutrition from the Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons Institute of Human Nutrition in 2016, making Dr. Ashton one of the only M.D.'s with a national media platform who also has a degree in Nutrition. She is one of the few physicians with media platforms who still sees patients and has an active medical practice for women's gynecology and obesity/weight management.

Brain Ops Group Leigh Martinuzzi · 982 Mary Rensel & Ali Hively – Brain Ops Group In this interview, I speak with Mary Rensel and Ali Hively about their work at the Brain Ops Group. We discuss the what, why, and how of brain performance and resiliency. How to optimize your brain for stress, resiliency, … Continue reading 982 Mary Rensel & Ali Hively – Brain Ops Group

Empowerment Today’s Guest is Tracy L Clark. The Topics is Empowerment  Let the show begin! Leigh Martinuzzi · 981 Tracy L Clark – Empowerment Connect with Tracy here. Grab a copy of Tracy’s book here – GOD Where Are You?: It’s Me! Guest Bio. Tracy came into this world sick and riddled with ailments. She … Continue reading 981 Tracy L Clark – Empowerment

Brain Ops Group In this interview, I speak with Mary Rensel and Ali Hively about their work at the Brain Ops Group. We discuss the what, why, and how of brain performance and resiliency. How to optimize your brain for stress, resiliency, and performance through a system of CLE - Connection, Lifestyle, and Emotional Clarity. Guest Bio. Mary Rensel, MD is co-owner of Brain Ops Group and Owner of Brain Fresh. She is an Assistant Professor of Neurology and Neuroimmunologist and Director of Wellness. She has graduated from the Medical College of Ohio and completed her Neurology and Neuro-immunology fellowship training at the Cleveland Clinic. She is boarded in Neurology and Integrative Medicine and is a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Rensel's work has focused on Multiple Sclerosis, Brain health and Integrative Medicine. Her work in academic medicine often intersects with wellness, advocacy, innovation and strategic initiatives. She has been a "Best Doctor" of Cleveland since 2010 per the Cleveland Magazine. She is active as a coach, mentor, scientific reviewer, clinical researcher, activity director and speaks nationally. She has also appeared on numerous media outlets, including a spot on Good Morning America. Ali Hively, MA is the co-owner of Brain Ops Group and owner of Kijia. She is a Life coach and helps companies and individuals break through their busy lives to manage stress, lose weight, gain energy and live their best life! Ali has created a signature lifestyle program to make positive change possible and long lasting. Ali holds a Master's Degree in education and curriculum. She has been in the health and fitness industry for over 15 years as a certified personal trainer, group fitness instructor and nutrition and wellness consultant. She is a member of NAWBO and gives presentations to companies focused on improving the lives and productivity of their workers. Ali loves to cook, travel and read. She lives in Chagrin Falls, Ohio with her husband and their three little girls.

Empowerment Today's Guest is Tracy L Clark. The Topics is Empowerment Let the show begin! Connect with Tracy here. Grab a copy of Tracy's book here - GOD Where Are You?: It's Me! Guest Bio. Tracy came into this world sick and riddled with ailments. She was born with her legs and hips disconnected, pectusevectum, her stomach valve closed shut, and a damaged nervous system that caused excruciating pain. Throughout her life, she experienced three near-death experiences. Sickness, illness, and disease were apart of her everyday life since birth. At the age of five, Tracy was kidnapped, this extremely traumatic experience began to open her gifts. 17 years ago Tracy made the decision to leave a marriage that no longer served her with her two little girls in tow, At this time Tracy was told her body was shutting down again. This was her wake up call, it was time to wake up or check out for good.

The Attributes Leigh Martinuzzi · 980 Rich Diviney – The Attributes Do you have what it takes to succeed in any situation? According to a retired commander who ran training for Navy SEALs, true optimal performance goes beyond just skill. It’s all about The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance. In working with and … Continue reading 980 Rich Diviney – The Attributes

The Attributes Do you have what it takes to succeed in any situation? According to a retired commander who ran training for Navy SEALs, true optimal performance goes beyond just skill. It's all about THE ATTRIBUTES. In working with and selecting top special operators for decades, Diviney saw that beneath obvious skills are hidden drivers of performance and surprising core attributes. This is a fantastic conversation with great insight and one which I am sure you'll enjoy. Guest Bio. Rich Diviney is a retired Navy SEAL commander. In a career spanning more than twenty years, he completed more than thirteen overseas deployments. As the officer in charge of training for a specialized command, Rich was intimately involved in an extremely specialized SEAL selection process, which whittles a group of exceptional candidates down to small cadre of the most elite optimal performers. Diviney also spearheaded the creation of a directorate that fused physical, mental, and emotional disciplines. He led his small team to create the first-ever "Mind Gym" that helped special operators train their brains to perform faster, longer, and better in all environments—especially high-stress ones. Since his retirement in early 2017, Diviney has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with the Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek Inc. He's taught about leadership, optimal performance, and high performing teams to more than five thousand business, athletic, and military leaders from organizations such as American Airlines, Meijer Inc., the San Francisco 49ers, Pegasystems, Zoom, and Deloitte. In January 2021, Rich released his first book. The Attributes. 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance.