Whether it’s a family reunion, wedding, funeral or birth, family gatherings can be an impactful time to reflect and celebrate life. But we don’t have to wait for large events to make these connections with our loved ones. In this week’s Meaningful Moment, Luke shares a touching story about the passing of a cherished family member, and reflects on the deep loving connections and artistic, entrepreneurial spirit running through his family.

Celebrating life is about being more intentional and proactive each day to intentionally create your world moment by moment. By allowing ourselves to prioritize and celebrate life each day, we can create a more meaningful and deeper connection with ourselves and everyone around us.

Today, and over the next 30 days, we invite you to experiment with your version of being present and celebrating life. Challenge yourself. Embrace vulnerability. And contribute to something bigger than yourself.

How far would you go to chase down your dream? To reach your destiny and fulfill your full potential? For Damien Horne, musician and songwriter, it meant surviving extreme poverty and homelessness twice in his life to recognize what his purpose was and how to begin living it.

Damien’s the middle child of 11 siblings, was born and raised in Hickory, North Carolina by a single mother, and was the first in his family to receive a high school diploma. His life’s one of hope, loss, pride, defeat, and ultimately, success. It wasn’t until his second run with homelessness living in Nashville that his life dramatically changed. Today, Damien’s  a popular recording artist who’s worked with big names like Faith Hill, Big and Rich, Robert Randolph and John Legend. He’s part of a country music trio, The Farm, that was signed by Warner Brothers and works alongside the Salvation Army and Boys & Girls Clubs to share his story and bring a positive influence.

Recognize what living your full potential looks like and see the impact it can have on the world around you.

Key Takeaways:

Growing pains… You’ve seen it before. Your hopes are high, you think the opportunity is yours, but then…it’s not. Maintaining a positive outlook while keeping grounded and focused requires a major internal shift. Graduate from a self-defeating attitude with THIS encouraging lesson…[8:59].

Talent search… We’re each born with unique gifts. From teachers, musicians, to community leaders – when we’re using our talents, we’re changing, influencing, and encouraging those around us. But what does that look like for you? HERE’S what to look for…[11:57].

Destiny discovered… Living a meaningful life means living your life with purpose, and you have ONE life to live – time to get out there and love yours! Need a starting point? Discover your possibilities with these THREE steps…[21:24].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. That’s how we Live Lead and Play!

How do you actually know when you are IN a meaningful moment? In a world that is typically chaotic and ever-moving, it can seem impossible to allow ourselves to sit still, let our minds be quiet and notice the silence. We may even think, “That’s not how my mind works best!”

And yet, silence and solitude is exactly what our minds need in order to embrace mindfulness and realize that we choose exactly how we want to show up in our lives.

In this week’s Meaningful Moment, we invite you to pause, notice the restlessness of your mind as an indicator that it’s time slow down, and allow yourself to embrace peace, quiet and expansion.

When was the last time you looked at a stranger and said hello? For many of us, that’s hard to do. Imagine if you COULD bravely say hello, if you then swapped stories and were influenced by one another. Imagine, just for a moment, what ripple effect that would have. Hunter Franks, San Francisco-based artist transforming public space into places of conversation and connection, shares his experience and advice on taking the road less traveled and making your introduction to the next face you see.

Hunter’s journey’s about creating art that intervenes in the social and physical landscape of our urban environments. His participatory installations in public space break down barriers and help us reimagine our relationships with each other, our neighborhoods, and our cities. Projects include a 500-person dinner on a freeway, a storytelling exchange to connect disparate neighborhoods, a public display of first love stories and more. In 2011 he walked from Los Angeles to New Mexico — an experience that continues to fuel his desire to tell the stories of underrepresented people and places.

The inspiration you need to be a contributor in your community and build a greater sense of connection with the world starts NOW!

Key Takeaways:

Your need to champion. Whether it’s in your social feed or a story your friend’s telling you – there’s a cause that’s close to your heart. It’s something that brings you joy in learning more about or makes your heart ache in sympathy. Before you jump in and get involved, know THIS… [7:52].

Your world of pure imagination. Look at the world around you – how does it sound, look, and feel like to you? What would you change about it? Through Hunter’s latest project, he’s discovered that there’s ONE commonality we all share and it just might surprise you…[12:45]. 

Your guide to getting started. It can be as simple as wanting a hello from your neighbor or a bike lane implemented on your street - you want something to change and you’re tired of waiting for it to happen. But how do you start? The three pieces of advice you NEED to get moving…[23:08].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. That’s how we Live Lead and Play!

What gets in the way of your success? For many it’s a form of addiction-- alcohol, money, smoking, love, technology, sugar-- the list goes on and on; and in a world that promises instant gratification, not being able to have it all can overcome you. David Essel, master teacher, bestselling author, radio and TV host, addiction recovery coach, inspirational and an all-faiths speaker shares the secret to overcoming your addictions and working with what you’ve got that’ll lead you to your ultimate massive success.

David, with his own personal recovery from drug and alcohol addiction, has created one of the most successful, holistic addiction recovery programs in the United States. For 25 years David has used a variety of healing methods to help people release living beliefs regarding their addictions. His bestselling book Positive Thinking Will Never Change Your Life But This Book Will defies the myth of positive thinking and gets real on success.

How can you live more intentionally and fully, and have powerful results doing so? The answer’s simpler than you think.

Key Takeaways:

Breaking out from the crowd. Are you a duck (follower) or a goose (leader)? In life it’s easy to get stuck on a path that you never imagined yourself on and feel internal resistance to trying something new. Listen to your heart and break free by trying THIS…[7:30].

Looking at the whole picture. What is joy for you? Take a second to look at your relationships, your actions, your goals, and your self-identity. How does looking at those parts of your life make you feel? The REAL magic behind feeling alive and lifted is…[22:11].

Waking up to reality. According to David, positive thinking alone will NOT bring you success but positive ACTION will. What’s the difference? The ONE thing you need to do to shatter your disbelief of hopeful thinking and fuel your ambition is…[27:30].

Building your support group. We’re not born into this world alone, so why do we insist on carrying the weight of our goals alone? No, the world isn’t conspiring against you, in fact, it wants to be your friend and help you. Remember these TWO words and you can master anything…[32:36].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. That’s how we Live Lead and Play!

How’re you feeling today? If the answer isn’t, “focused, energized, and harmonized with my health,” then listen up! Lisa Paul-Newman and Heidi Moneymaker are the founders of Fierce Lotus, a fitness group that promotes healthy living – body, mind, and soul – and they’re sharing everything they’ve learned about growing through life’s stresses, challenges, and triumphs, and evolving into a Balanced Warrior.

Lisa’s a fitness expert/personality, personal trainer, business entrepreneur, mother of two and CFO of a restaurant chain. Heidi’s a prominent stuntwoman in the entertainment industry, actress and fitness expert working on action films such as Avengers: Infinity War and John Wick 2. Together, they share strategies on how to center your focus on what matters most in your life – career, family, yourself – and how to navigate through your hectic, busy schedule. 

Change the way you think about fitness and find your way to a healthy-ever-after.

Key Takeaways:

On your mark. Have you ever strived for something so deeply, putting all your heart and time into it, and it didn’t pan out? Right from GO, Heidi and Lisa tell you how to beat the depression, dig deep, and charge forward. The three secrets you need to find your focus NOW …[2:29].

Changing your game face. Each role you play-- whether it’s a parent, a boss, a student, and so on,--requires certain expectations. How do you avoid losing yourself in that position when it demands so much? Silence the well-meaning excuses and try THIS to replenish your self-identity…[13:49].

Championing your victories. When you think of the word balance, what comes to mind? Ditch the idea of spinning a hundred plates in the air! The ONE thing you can do to squeeze in and redefine balance in your life…[17:30]. 

Beating the competition. Roadblocks come in all shapes and sizes and when they appear, they can stunt your growth. The TRICK to refocusing your attention on the goal and getting back in the game… [26:16].

Do you find yourself asking questions such as, "Do I really fit in?" or "Do I feel a sense of belonging to what I'm currently involved in?" Are you wondering if you're fulfilling your purpose, and have done everything you can to really, intentionally create the life you want to live currently?

Whether you are in a place of transition or simply considering choices you have made to bring you to this current place in your life, it's normal and understandable to experience feelings of doubt and and questioning.

In this week's Meaningful Moment, Luke shares insightful tips on slowing down, taking time for self-inquiry and using the space of curiosity to explore a re-connection and deeper understanding of what's really important to us.

The human spirit’s one of light and darkness, wins and loses, strengths and weaknesses. Lolly Daskal, known as “the most inspirational woman in the world” according to Huffington Post, shares her insight on why you NEED both dark and light, to make you whole.  

Lolly’s one of the most sought-after executive leadership coaches in the world. Her extensive cross-cultural expertise spans 14 countries, six languages and hundreds of companies. Lolly’s founder and CEO of Lead From Within and her perspective on leadership from nearly thirty years coaching top executives continues to break new ground and produce extraordinary results. Of her many awards and accolades, Lolly was designated a Top-50 Leadership and Management Experts by Inc. magazine. Her writing’s appeared in Harvard Business Review, Inc.com, Fast Company (Ask The Expert), Huffington Post, and Psychology Today, and more. 

Your path to greatness lies within your virtues – both the good and the bad. It’s time to rethink your possibilities and unlock your meaningful life!  

Key Takeaways: 

Thriving outside the bubble. All around people are looking outside of themselves to find purpose, searching for validation that they truly matter. But how do we break the cycle of living our life through others expectations? Our BIGGEST MISTAKE of how we fall into this trap is…[10:20]. 

Filling in BIG shoes. When you begin to step into your true self and own it, the world will notice. Others will be influenced and your confidence will radiate. That’s what being a leader looks like. Sound intimidating? Knowing THIS will encourage you to strap on your leadership shoes and keep them on…[17:50].  

Echoing your greatness. Repeat after us: greatness lies within you. Lolly identifies her list of seven universal archetypes and shares how each highlights a specific virtue that’ll influence your quest to greatness. Learn which archetype you are AND what it reveals about you at…[21:17]. 

Leveraging all flaws. There’s something that gets between you and your greatness. It follows you like a shadow and gets heavy when you’re stressed, overworked, and exhausted. Don’t fret! THIS is the way to bring light into the darkness of self-doubt…[25:01].  

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. That’s how we Live Lead and Play!  

Stress. It can be your worst nightmare but surprisingly enough - your greatest ally. Learn how to harness its power to propel you forward and up, versus a downward spiral from Dr. Nancy Irwin, former comedian transformed into a clinical psychologist and diplomat for the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress. Listen in as she shares her insight into finding your resilience through daily stress and trauma.

While pursuing a career as a stand-up comedian, Dr. Nancy experienced a life-altering epiphany while volunteering for Children of the Night, a shelter for sexually abused teens in Los Angeles. At age 44, Dr. Nancy returned to school and completed her doctorate in clinical psychology (PsyD) from CalSouthern University, while simultaneously earning her certification in hypnotherapy from the Hypnosis Motivation Institute. She has a private practice in West Los Angeles, where she treats over 100 issues with hypnosis, and is also a primary therapist at Seasons Recovery Center. Dr. Nancy’s an author, public speaker, and frequent media guest including appearances on Anderson Cooper, The Doctors and more.

Dr. Nancy’s on a humble mission to help you find the life that you love that feeds off your strengths, realizes your goals, and trusts the voice within. Ready to get started? 

Key Takeaways:

Your answer to life’s call. Finding the courage and direction you need to reinvent yourself, whether it be a new job, relationship or even better health, can be frustrating. The ONLY advice you need to remember while navigating thru the “space in between” where you are and where you’re going is…[5:05].

Your win against stress. If the moment’s stressful, it’s because you’re dealing with something that’s important to you. So how do you leverage that tension? The questions you NEED to ask yourself to add perspective and reassurance in any stressful situation…[14:56].

Your burnout survival kit. Think of the times where you’ve ignored that little voice in your head and made a choice anyway. How’d it turn out? Most often the result leaves you depleted and you end up wondering, how’d I get here? Look past the shame and blame and never ignore your intuition again with this ONE tip…[20:41].

Your mind game. Professional athletes understand stress better than most. From bad calls, competing while they’re sick, to handling the pressure to win from everyone, most importantly, themselves. The ONE lesson you can learn that’ll help you manage AND rock stress like a champ is…[26:26].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. That’s how we Live Lead and Play!

You’re not who you think you are. What does that mean to you? Intuitively we identify ourselves as limited, fearful of the unknown and of our real potential; but Maria Felipe, former TV personality and now author of Live Your Happy: Get Out of Your Own Way and Find the Love Within, opens your eyes to a whole new perspective on discovering your truth and path to happiness.

Maria’s experienced success as a model and actress, appearing in national commercials, formerly hosting the World Wrestling Federation TV shows and was the first-ever Latina boxing announcer. However, her insecurity in her success led her to becoming a reverend at Pathways of Light, an accredited religious institute. Maria now shares more than 20 years of experience studying and living the principles she’s learned throughout her journey. She’s been a regular guest on Unity Radio, Awakening Together Radio, and Center Of Light Radio, and has appeared as a motivational speaker on TV shows and news programs for Univision, Telemundo, and CNN.

THIS is your wake-up call to happiness - be gone self-judgment, be gone!

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Happiness pursuit. I’ll be happy when… our culture encourages us to always be on “the chase;” to search for our happiness in the next thing, and the next one after that. The missing ingredient you need to FINALLY rid yourself of this compulsive cycle…[3:26].

Happiness identified. Maria states, “you are not who you think you are.” If that’s the case, who are you? Learn how to undo your instinctual feeling of self-doubt and negativity, and start to remember who you REALLY are by knowing THIS…[16:36].

Happiness mystified. Unraveling your meaning of happiness is a daily practice, one that requires hard work and focused recognition. Ready to see what that looks like? When you start to feel THIS, you’ll know you’re almost there…[24:39].

Happiness awaits. Creating peace in your life begins with a radical change, one that you have to step into at full capacity, without compromise. The ONE practice you need to start your happily-ever-after is…[30:23]. (Hint: It’s not yoga!)