The Person You Want to Be, with Eric Teplitz

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  • Ep. 15: Composer/Lyricist, and Co-Author of "The Myth of Normal", Daniel Maté

    Daniel Maté is a New York-based composer, lyricist, and playwright for musical theatre. He is a recipient of the Edward Kleban Prize for Most Promising Lyricist in American Musical Theatre, a Jonathan Larson Foundation Grant, and the ASCAP Foundation's Cole Porter Award for Excellence in Music and Lyrics (for his song cycle "The Longing and the Short of It").

    Daniel is also co-author - along with his father, Dr. Gabor Maté - of the recently released New York Times bestseller: "The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture". He and his father have another book project in the works - "Hello Again: A Fresh Start for Parents and Their Adult Children" - based on the workshops of the same name that they have been co-leading since 2016.

    Please enjoy this illuminating conversation with Daniel!

    Daniel Maté Links:
    Website: https://www.danielmate.com/
    YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/danielmatemusic
    "Lyrics to Go" YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/LyricsToGoShow/featured
    Gabor and Daniel's YouTube channel (featuring "Hello Again" talks): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbyGg9mKqK2T_7MhzJ4mbJg
    "The Myth of Normal" book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B098PXTS5K/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0

    About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
    Website: http://ericteplitz.com/
    Schedule a FREE coaching consultation: http://ericteplitz.com/work-with-me/
    Access a FREE preview of Eric's online course "Opening to Greater Possibilities": https://ericteplitz.thinkific.com/

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    1 hr 18 min
  • Ep. 14: Author, Teacher, and Spiritual Seeker, Mark Matousek

    Mark Matousek is an award-winning author, teacher, and speaker.

    He is the author of eight books: Sex Death Enlightenment: A True Story; The Boy He Left Behind: A Man's Search for His Lost Father; When You're Falling, Dive: Lessons in the Art of Living; Ethical Wisdom: The Search for a Moral Life; Ethical Wisdom for Friends; Mother of the Unseen World: The Mystery of Mother Meera; Writing to Awaken: A Journey of Truth, Transformation, and Self-Discovery; and the forthcoming Lessons from an American Stoic: How Emerson Can Change Your Life.

    Mark is also the founder of The Seekers Forum, a global online community for non-sectarian spiritual dialogue.

    As a teacher and speaker, Mark's work focuses on transformative writing for personal, professional, and spiritual development.

    His workshops, classes, and mentoring have inspired thousands of people around the world to reach their artistic and personal goals.

    Mark Matousek Links:
    Website: https://markmatousek.com/
    The Seekers Forum: https://theseekersforum.com/

    About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
    Website: http://ericteplitz.com/
    Schedule a FREE coaching consultation: http://ericteplitz.com/work-with-me/
    Access a FREE preview of Eric's online course "Opening to Greater Possibilities": https://ericteplitz.thinkific.com/

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    1 hr 11 min
  • Ep. 13: 11x Ironman Finisher, Creator of "Ironstruck" and Author of 7 Inspirational Books, Ray Fauteux

    Ray Fauteux grew up in Vancouver, BC and now resides in Calgary, AB, Canada.

    A heavy drinker and smoker for much of his youth, Ray was inspired by the 1976 Olympic Games in Montreal to take up the sport of running at the age of 27. The completion of his first marathon the following year was the beginning of a career in endurance racing that would last over three decades. During that time, Ray completed over 30 marathons, 2 fifty-mile running races, countless 10km races, and 11 Ironman Triathlons.

    Through his "Ironstruck" website and inspirational books, Ray has inspired hundreds - if not thousands - of people around the world (including yours truly) to take on the challenge of the Ironman.

    His invitation to his readers and to listeners of this podcast: "Become more than you ever thought possible."

    Ray Fauteux Links:

    Author Page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Ray-Fauteux/e/B07BYXFF84?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1663369685&sr=8-1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=inspiredliv02-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=7c3ea8928057e4229d3a3f08c484050e&camp=1789&creative=9325

    Ironstruck website: https://ironstruck.com/

    Ironstruck Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Ironstruck

    Contact Ray: [email protected]

    About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
    Website: http://ericteplitz.com/
    Schedule a FREE coaching consultation: http://ericteplitz.com/work-with-me/
    Access a FREE preview of Eric's online course "Opening to Greater Possibilities": https://ericteplitz.thinkific.com/

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    2 hr 13 min
  • Ep. 12: Executive Coach, Former Monk, and Heart-Centered Writer, Don Johnson

    Don Johnson graduated from college and lived as a monk in an ashram for ten years before a thirty-year career in the performance improvement industry as a leadership consultant and vice president of sales. He is a top writer on Medium.com, and has recently written a book with the working title "Be More Conscious: A Guide for Living, Learning, and Loving." He lives with his wife in a seacoast village in northeast Scotland.

    Don Johnson Links:
    Website: http://www.bemoreconscious.com/
    Don's writings on Medium: https://donjohnsonwrites.medium.com/

    About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
    Website: http://ericteplitz.com/
    Schedule a FREE coaching consultation: http://ericteplitz.com/work-with-me/
    Access a FREE preview of Eric's online course "Opening to Greater Possibilities": https://ericteplitz.thinkific.com/

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    1 hr 41 min
  • Ep. 11: Author of "Callings" and "Vital Signs", Gregg Levoy

    Gregg Levoy is the author of two remarkable books: "Callings: Finding and Following An Authentic Life" and "Vital Signs: The Nature and Nurture of Passion".

    He is a regular blogger for Psychology Today, former columnist and reporter for USA Today and the Cincinnati Enquirer, and has written for the New York Times Magazine, Washington Post, Omni, Fast Company, and many other publications.

    He frequently speaks and presents workshops on topics related to discerning one's callings and cultivating passion in our lives, and has appeared on media outlets such as ABC-TV, CNN, NPR and PBS.

    Gregg Levoy Links:
    Website: https://www.gregglevoy.com/
    Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/Gregg-Michael-Levoy/e/B00OJZD284/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=inspiredliv02-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=f5e062b570ddd851947c915be93fea3e&camp=1789&creative=9325
    Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/gregg-levoy

    About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
    Website: http://ericteplitz.com/
    Schedule a FREE coaching consultation: http://ericteplitz.com/work-with-me/
    Access a FREE preview of Eric's online course "Opening to Greater Possibilities": https://ericteplitz.thinkific.com/

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    1 hr 24 min
  • Ep. 10: Mindset Coach, Endurance Athlete, and Host of the "To Be Human" Podcast, Jennah-Louise Salkeld

    Jennah-Louise Salkeld is a mindset coach, human connection specialist, and host of the “To Be Human” podcast. On her show, she shares conversations with high achievers that get to the heart of who they are behind their personas and accomplishments, humanizing them in such a way as to challenge and inspire her listeners to get curious about and explore more of their own potential.

    Jennah-Louise is also something of a high achiever herself. An avid reader, writer and self-explorer, she holds a double degree in Law, and International Relations & Politics, has solo backpacked in nearly 50 countries, and has volunteered in Kenya, India and the Northern Territory of Australia, focusing on women's empowerment groups and youth education.

    In addition, she is an outdoors enthusiast and accomplished endurance athlete (who, among other things, is the only female finisher of a 24-hour military-inspired event), and was a participant on the television series Australian Survivor.

    Currently, she works as a Mindset Coach to high net-worth leaders, executives, and entrepreneurs, helping them discover deeper connection, meaning and fulfillment.

    Jennah-Louise Salkeld Links:
    Mindset Coaching: https://www.jennahlouise.com.au
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennah_louise
    Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/to-be-human/id1569773275
    Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1LzNolQvgAYJaAlegk1J9C?si=026acc315ff04d08
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJRv0fTylkVFOewF1_W2bhw/videos

    About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
    Website: http://ericteplitz.com/
    Schedule a FREE coaching consultation: http://ericteplitz.com/work-with-me/
    Access a FREE preview of Eric's online course "Opening to Greater Possibilities": https://ericteplitz.thinkific.com/

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    2 hr 5 min
  • Ep. 9: Educator, Author, and Legacy Work Facilitator, Merle R. Saferstein

    Merle R. Saferstein has been journaling for 48 years, and has amassed a collection of 380 journals, the majority of which are the basis for her newly published book "Living and Leaving My Legacy, Vol. 1".

    After 26 years as a Holocaust educator, wherein she worked with hundreds of Holocaust survivors, helping them share their stories with younger generations, she retired and created Living and Leaving Your Legacy®. Through classes, workshops, and lectures, she has guided thousands of people in sacred legacy work, writing for wellness, and journaling.

    Her short story collection, "Room 732", pays homage to the historic Hollywood Beach Hotel.

    Merle lives in Miami, FL, with her husband of 55 years, with whom she has two children and two grandchildren.

    Merle R. Saferstein Links:
    Website: http://merlersaferstein.com/
    Author Page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Merle-R-Saferstein/e/B00AON1L4W/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=inspiredliv02-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=42c0ae06aa9441c5630e8fd5b95a6589&camp=1789&creative=9325

    About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
    Website: http://ericteplitz.com/
    Schedule a FREE coaching consultation: http://ericteplitz.com/work-with-me/
    Access a FREE preview of Eric's online course "Opening to Greater Possibilities": https://ericteplitz.thinkific.com/

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    2 hr 22 min
  • Ep. 8: Sisters and Co-Hosts of the Podcast "Between Us", Karissa & Sherise Schlaht

    Sisters Karissa and Sherise Schlaht grew up on a farm in southern Alberta, Canada.

    Karissa is a self-described "finance nerd", transformational leader in the banking industry, mother of two, and a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

    Sherise is a student of the human psyche and condition, an addiction and mental health aficionado, a dog mother, and a highly sensitive empath.

    Their backgrounds in business and psychology intersect in '"Between Us" -  a podcast that provides an internal view of authentic entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs who are pushing against the status quo.

    Karissa & Sherise's "Between Us" podcast:
    "Between Us" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5kgyVAF8xJxWlRIzpwgZSA
    "Between Us" on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/between-us/id1572229261
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1177693759330343
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betweenus_podcast/

    Sherise's website: https://www.substanceuseeducationandsupportservices.com

    About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
    Website: http://ericteplitz.com/
    Schedule a FREE coaching consultation: http://ericteplitz.com/work-with-me/
    Access a FREE preview of Eric's online course "Opening to Greater Possibilities": https://ericteplitz.thinkific.com/

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    1 hr 33 min
  • Ep. 7: Musician, Educator and YouTube Personality, Steve Lungrin (aka "Piano Man Steve")

    Known across the world on YouTube as "Piano Man Steve", Steve Lungrin is a singer/songwriter, independent recording artist, performer, and web-based piano teacher. Inspired by the great singer/songwriters of the '60s, '70s, and '80s - particularly Billy Joel and Elton John - Steve has been performing professionally for over 25 years.

    Steve created the "Piano Man Approach" in 2011, where he has passed on the techniques and systems he uses as a piano player to thousands of players from dozens of countries on every inhabited continent in the world.

    He maintains a busy schedule of live performances and regularly releases new studio albums of original material as well as compilation albums of cover songs.

    Steve also continues to create new educational material for his international student and fan base, and the underlying philosophy he imparts to his students is simple: "If you're not having fun when you're making music, you're doing it wrong!"

    Steve Lungrin Links:
    Online Course: https://www.pianomanapproach.com
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SteveLungrin
    Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/Piano.Man.Steve.Lungrin/
    Piano Man Approach Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/333679964280045/
    Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/pianomansteve/
    Personal Website:  https://www.pianomansteve.com

    About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
    Website: http://ericteplitz.com/
    Schedule a FREE coaching consultation: http://ericteplitz.com/work-with-me/
    Access a FREE preview of Eric's online course "Opening to Greater Possibilities": https://ericteplitz.thinkific.com/

    Eric's interview with Billy Joel (from 1996): https://inspiredlivingblog.wordpress.com/2011/03/25/an-interview-with-billy-joel-march-25-1996/

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    2 hr 15 min
  • Ep. 6: Screenwriter, Hiking Guide Author, and Multipreneur, Doug Chamberlin

    Doug Chamberlin has, over the years, been an A-list Hollywood screenwriter, a university professor, a full-time investor, a hiking guide author, an independent publisher, an infopreneur, a nomad, and a "hilariously unsuccessful" house flipper.

    He has written numerous screenplays, television episodes, sketches, and television scripts. Most notably, Doug co-wrote the screenplay for "Toy Story 2" - a film which earned both huge box office success and widespread critical acclaim (it has a rare 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, frequently appears on lists of the greatest animated films ever made, and earned the Golden Globe Award for Best Picture: Musical or Comedy, in 1999).

    With his wife Caroline, Doug co-authored "The Complete Hiker's Guide to the Backbone Trail" - the second edition of which was published in 2021.

    Doug Chamberlin Links:
    IMDb page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0150155/
    The Complete Hiker's Guide to the Backbone Trail: https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Hikers-Guide-Backbone-Trail/dp/0997957700/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=inspiredliv02-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=bc605e2c3595e99c077b1c6fda6b430b&camp=1789&creative=9325

    About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
    Website: http://ericteplitz.com/
    Schedule a FREE coaching consultation: http://ericteplitz.com/work-with-me/
    Access a FREE preview of Eric's online course "Opening to Greater Possibilities": https://ericteplitz.thinkific.com/

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    1 hr 46 min

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On this podcast, I interview guests about their life journeys – their experiences, inflection points, insights, and aspirations. My hope is that these conversations inspire you to reflect more deeply…