“The more disciplined I am, the more freedom I have.”

In this episode, Nick speaks with Ryan Skinner, an entrepreneur, financial advisor, and coach. Ryan shares his journey of recovery from addiction and how it has transformed his life. They discuss the importance of spirituality, routine, and discipline in his recovery and personal growth and the importance of finding a mentor or coach to guide you on your path to self-mastery.

About Ryan Skinner

With a proven track record of insightful thought leadership and dynamic presentation skills, Ryan brings a unique blend of expertise and charisma that captivates audiences. His extensive experience in finances has allowed him to deeply understand the challenges and opportunities within the industry, making his presentations both relevant and impactful. Ryan’s ability to distill complex concepts into relatable anecdotes and practical takeaways ensures that attendees, regardless of their background, leave the event with a clear and enriched understanding of the subject matter.

https://crackingthecodewithryanskinner.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/crackingthecodewithryan/

https://www.instagram.com/crackingthecodewithryanskinner/

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Check out these other episodes about addiction and recovery

Episode #3 w/ Tim Kassouf: Superman Shares His Secrets About Addiction, Recovery, And Faith

Episode #4: w/Mike D’Agostino: Life Beyond The Edge Of Suicide And Depression

Episode #67 w/ Dr. Robb Kelly: Alcoholism May Run In The Family But It Doesn’t Need To Run Your Life

Episode #70 w/ Sean Robinson: Going Dry And Overcoming Habitual Drinking

Episode #91 w/ Nick McGowan: How Sobriety Helped Me See My Alcohol Addiction In A New Light

Episode #116 w/ J.K Emezi: How To Stop Struggling With Secret Compulsions And Not Let Your Porn Habit Define You

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“It’s the pit that becomes that transformative place that is the hardest.”

In this episode, Nick speaks with Shariann Tom, CEO and founder of the Cancer Journey Institute, about her experience with having cancer five times and the importance of mindset and self-mastery in navigating the journey. They discuss the challenges of facing cancer multiple times, the need for support and understanding from others, and the power of listening and being present for someone going through cancer. Shariann emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself, making choices that align with our values, and finding strength and purpose in facing adversity. 

About Shariann Tom

Shariann is a 5-time cancer survivor and master coach trainer who created a movement where cancer individuals see cancer as the unexpected pathway to living their best lives. Shariann knows a thing or five about going through the cancer journey because she traveled it 5-times and is the creator, co-founder of The Cancer Journey Institute, and co-author of the book “The Call of Cancer: A Loving Pathway to Wholeness, Healing, and Transformation”.

https://www.thecancerjourney.com

http://www.linkedin.com/company/the-cancer-journey

https://www.instagram.com/thecancerjourney/

https://www.amazon.com/Call-Cancer-Pathway-Wholeness-Transformation/dp/B09K1HRJ91 

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Check out these other episodes about cancer survival:

Ep.16 w/ Stacey Jenkins: The Character Builder Of A One Two Punch

Ep.106 w/ Terry Tucker: Cancer Doesn’t Define Your Life, You Do, Embrace The Suck

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“You deserve to have emotional health. You deserve to be emotionally healthy. You deserve to have joy. You deserve to be happy.”

In this episode, Nick speaks with Dr. Nekeshia Hammond, a psychologist and burnout prevention expert. They discuss the importance of self-care and reflection in preventing burnout, emphasize the need to unlearn the go-go-go mentality, and prioritize mental health and well-being. While it’s not always easy, practicing self-care and reflection can lead to a healthier and more fulfilling life, so they discuss strategies for preventing burnout and finding healing.

About Dr. Nekeshia Hammond

Dr. Nekeshia Hammond is a respected psychologist, executive coach, and founder of Hammond Psychology & Associates. She is known for her expertise in mental health, burnout prevention, and leadership development, and she’s an international speaker and bestselling author. Dr. Hammond’s insights have been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, and Essence Magazine, as well as platforms like Corporate Counsel Women of Color and TEDx, focusing on mental wellness and leadership balance.

https://www.HammondPsychology.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/DrNekeshiaHammond

https://www.instagram.com/Dr.Hammond

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Check out these other episodes about burnout.

Ep.28 w/ Susan Landers: Battling Burnout

Ep.131 w/ Luis Baez: How To Handle And Successfully Navigate Career Burnout

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“Self-mastery and creating the life you want is an inside job.”

In this episode, Nick interviews James Madison, the co-founder of On Purpose Life, about finding purpose and living a life in alignment with one’s purpose. They discuss the misconception that purpose must be grand and how it can look different for everyone. James shares his own experience with procrastination and how he has learned to embrace it as a form of wisdom, as well as the importance of trust in oneself and the process of uncovering and replacing limiting beliefs. Together, they explore the distinction between stress and pressure, the importance of alignment, the need to break free from the hustle culture, and the significance of recognizing one’s unique gifts and talents.

About James Madison

James Madison is the CEO (Chief Energy Officer), Speaker, Trainer, and Coach at On Purpose Life, LLC. He helps successful senior leaders leave burnout and overwhelm behind to lead winning teams in the achievement of extraordinary results. James is passionate about helping people get clear on what they want and get out of their own way to create their wildest dreams! He believes that when you live “In Purpose On Purpose” you will never work another day in your life! All Flow, No Hustle is his mantra.

https://www.onpurpose-life.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesfmadison/

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“Taking baby steps in a healing journey is important; rushing can cause you to miss vital steps”

In this episode, Nick speaks with Chris Wasko, a spiritual counselor, psychic medium, and energy healer. They discuss Chris’s journey from working in the corporate world to becoming a spiritual healer, as well as his experiences with seeing spirits and delivering messages from the other side. Chris shares her insights on healing from narcissistic abuse and childhood trauma, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, self-compassion, and taking small steps toward self-mastery. They dive deep into the topic of generational and regional trauma, particularly in the Northeastern part of the United States, and how it affects individuals and families.

About Chris Wasko

Chris Wasko is a Spiritual Counselor, Psychic Medium, and Energy Healer. She helps people uncover and evaluate individual traumas and challenges. Her specialty is working with old souls and survivors of narcissistic abuse.

www.chriswasko.com

www.instagram/chriswaskomedium

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“Therapy was something that really helped me navigate that point in my life. And then, as I was starting to heal childhood patterns and beliefs, I started to realize that all men, in a way, struggle with this.”

In this episode, Nick speaks with Furkhan Dandia, an engineer turned therapist, about his journey and the intersection of engineering and therapy. They discuss the importance of therapy as a tool for personal growth and the need for a holistic approach to healing. Listen in as they explore the role of spirituality in the healing process and the concept of viewing challenges as opportunities for growth, as well as the importance of patience, self-compassion, and perseverance in the journey of self-discovery and personal development.

About Furkhan Dandia

Furkhan Dandia is a therapist, author, and podcaster. Furkhan’s journey of purpose began when he went through a divorce and separation. At the time, Furkhan was mired in an existential crisis despite having a successful corporate career as an engineer. When Furkhan started to seek therapy, he realized other men like himself also struggled similarly. That is when Furkhan decided his purpose was to become an advocate for men and their mental health.

https://www.eunoiazen.com/

https://www.instagram.com/eunoiazen

https://www.linkedin.com/in/furkhan-dandia-ccc-mba-072a8a1ba/

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Check out these episodes that tackle the topic of shame

Episode #116  with J.K Emezi: “How To Stop Struggling With Secret Compulsions And Not Let Your Porn Habit Define You”

Episode #125 with Ann Russo: “Exploring The Hidden Links Between Shame, Sexuality, And Religion”

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“Excuses are the tools of idiots. And I’m way too smart to be fucking around with excuses.”

In this episode, Nick speaks with Luis Báez, who shares his journey from growing up in poverty to working at top companies like Google and Tesla, and how he experienced burnout in the corporate world. There’s a major emphasis on the importance of self-mastery, inclusion, and the power of asking for what you want in life.

About Luis Báez

Luis is a Revenue Enablement Strategist + Sales Coach dedicated to serving executives and sales leaders at businesses.

In 2017, after years of working in some of the biggest Silicon Valley startups (think LinkedIn, Google, Uber, Tesla, and more), Luis began to teach impassioned business owners how to scale their revenues and impact by creating and selling high-end offers. During that time, he was also invited to speak about leadership and personal branding at business schools across the country, including Stanford, UC Berkeley, and Bard.

Today, Luis is a published author through the internationally recognized Madecraft organization, which includes an incredibly popular LinkedIn Learning course on personalized sales that has been taken by over 20K people to date.

http://luisbaez.com/

http://linkedin.com/in/baezluis

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Episode #28 w/ Susan Landers: “Battling Burnout”

Episode #126 w/ Esther Zeledon: “Finding Your Purpose And Breaking Out Of The System”

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“Make room for the emotional, make room for the intuitive, make room for the vibrational.”

In this episode, Nick speaks with Jason Del Gandio, A Temple University Professor, about the concept of vibes and the exchange of energy between people. Jason shares his expertise in studying the theory and practice of social justice, as well as his passion for understanding the vibe, and explains how he got into studying vibes and the different contexts in which vibes are experienced, such as on a first date, during heated arguments, at sporting events, and at musical concerts. They discuss the importance of being aware of one’s body, surroundings, and other people in order to tune into the vibe and how vibes can affect relationships, leadership, and decision-making.

About Jason Del Gandio

Jason Del Gandio has a PhD in Communication Studies and has been studying the vibe for 30 years. He is a published author, an award-winning teacher, and an engaged intellectual. For his doctoral work, he developed his own philosophy of the vibe referred to as “bodily emanation.” He has published essays on the topic in both scholarly and popular presses. His latest project is called 20MinuteVibe, which is an educational space for learning about the vibe, offering videos, essays, and self-paced video lectures for those who are intellectually curious and progressively minded.

https://20minutevibe.com/

https://www.instagram.com/20minutevibe/

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“I’m called to be gay because I’m here to minister to the Q plus community because no one else wants to talk to”

In this episode, Nick speaks with Karmen Michael Smith, who shares his journey of self-discovery and healing as a queer black man growing up in a religious and conservative environment. He talks about the challenges he faced in finding acceptance and belonging within his family and society. They explore the process of healing and self-acceptance, including therapy and self-reflection, emphasizing the importance of asking questions and being a catalyst for transformation. Karmen shares about his journey of self-discovery and healing, from childhood trauma to finding his calling as a minister to the LGBTQ+ community, and encourages others to embrace disruption as a catalyst for liberation and self-mastery.

About Karmen Michael Smith

Karmen Michael Smith was born and raised in small-town Texas. Karmen is a Black queer theologian, cultural critic, author, and Lizzie Mae’s grandson. Karmen is the author of Holy Queer and hosts Heart of the Moment on YouTube. A catalyst for personal and social transformation, Karmen’s experiences have shaped his unique perspective on the intersection of identity, faith, and social justice.

www.karmenmichael.com

www.holyqueerbook.com

www.linkedin.com/in/karmenmsmith

www.instagram.com/karmenstagram/

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“To notice that you feel some kind of way and to ask in the moment, what is going on? Why am I pissed off right now?”*

In this episode, Nick speaks with Jeremy Stegall, a writer, coach, and speaker, who shares his journey of self-discovery and personal growth through hockey. He discusses how hockey provided an outlet for his aggression and frustration, allowing him to channel his energy and develop a strong work ethic. Hockey helped him understand the importance of knowing our own identity and persona, both on and off the ice. They both discuss the significance of self-awareness and the impact of childhood trauma on personal development and overall, Jeremy’s story highlights the transformative power of sports and the journey of self-mastery.

About Jeremy Stegall

Jeremy Stegall is an author, coach, and speaker with Where the Change Happens Coaching. Beginning his blog, Where the Change Happens, in 2018, Jeremy’s writing has now provided readers in over 30 countries the tools to process questions we all have about making personal development growth a consistent habit. In 2020, he self-published his first book, Where the Change Happens, which has found international success, and in 2022, Jeremy self-published his follow-up, After the Divorce: From Looking Back to Leaning In. Jeremy continues supporting clients in shifting how they engage with problems to create new awareness around their vision for their lives and organizations.

www.wherethechangehappens.com

www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-stegall-52372b59/

www.instagram.com/wherethechangehappenscoaching/

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Check out these other episodes about how sports can impact our mindset and pursuit of self-mastery

Episode #90 with David “Kitch” Kitchens: How To Not Rush Through The Trauma Storm

Episode #124 with Marques Ogden: How To Be Aligned And Authentically You

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