Alex had three businesses turning over $2.5 million a year by the age of 27. From the outside, he had it all, but inside, he still felt EMPTY.

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In this episode, Alexander Waters shares his raw journey from external success and internal emptiness to selling his businesses, walking on hot coals at Tony Robbins, drinking ayahuasca in Spain, and ultimately following his soul's calling back to music, the dream he buried at 15 when his parents couldn't afford to send him on a school band tour.

This is a conversation about what happens when you stop chasing money and start chasing meaning.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

- The Hotel Room Rock Bottom — At 27 with $2.5M in annual revenue, Alex found himself alone in a hotel room crushing cold and flu tablets to snort. That moment of awareness was the catalyst that changed everything.

- Burying Your Dream at 15 and Reclaiming It a Decade Later — Alex was a devoted musician as a kid. It took ayahuasca in Spain and years of inner work to finally follow his soul back to music.

- Your Soul's Calling Is Actually the Hardest Path — Alex argues that pursuing your deepest purpose is where you'll encounter the most fear, doubt, and resistance because it requires the most expansive version of you.

- Designing a Life Around Time, Not Money — Alex cut his expenses to the bone in Bali, and refused to work more than 20 hours a week, all to buy back time for personal growth and music.

- Ayahuasca Is for Everyone, But Not Everyone Is for Ayahuasca — Alex shares why plant medicine transformed his life and how to find safe, trustworthy spaces to explore it.

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 — When did you realize business success wasn't enough?

1:09 — The rock bottom moment: crushing pills alone in a hotel room

3:50 — Transitioning from business to music

4:12 — Growing up as a musician: piano, drums, and trombone

6:58 — The $2,500 band tour he couldn't afford that changed everything

12:03 — Why we don't take action on our dreams (survival conditioning)

19:21 — Creative process: how Alex writes and produces his songs

26:21 — Plant medicine, ayahuasca, and psychedelic advocacy

33:35 — How fatherhood changed his life (his son Atlas)

43:12 — How Alex defines success now vs. 2017

CONNECT WITH ALEXANDER WATERS

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In this episode, Malin Irevang, business strategist for authentic brands & founder of Happy Websites, breaks down why your authentic digital footprint is the most valuable asset you have. Get a Free Gift: https://grow.astrozenmarketing.com/From people-pleasing to self-discovery, from building websites that actually convert to navigating cultural identity through music, Malin shares raw, deeply personal insights on what it truly means to show up as yourself, online and offline.This is a conversation about identity, courage, community, and building a life and business that actually reflects who you are.KEY HIGHLIGHTS- Authenticity is Your Competitive Advantage — In the age of AI, if your digital presence doesn't reflect who you consistently are across platforms, people will buy once and never come back.

- Know Yourself Before You Build Your Brand — Malin shares her personal journey of breaking free from people-pleasing and learning to make her own choices.

- AI Should Enhance, Not Replace Your Thinking — You still need to know your craft. If you don't understand what good looks like, you can't quality-check what AI produces.

- Self-Accountability Heals Everything — Malin breaks down the critical difference between boundaries, requests, and demands in relationships and business.

- Honoring Culture Through Music — Malin champions the important distinction between Afrobeat and Afrobeats, and why that distinction matters.TIMESTAMPS0:00 — What is an authentic digital footprint and why does it matter now?2:06 — How to start the journey of knowing yourself4:05 — Pick one platform and get good at it, clean up your digital presence9:19 — Common roadblocks coaches and entrepreneurs face11:40 — AI should enhance what you do, not replace your thinking15:15 — Handling client expectations and when things don't go as planned19:21 — Malin's personal journey: twin identity, people-pleasing, and choosing herself28:35 — The Bridge Experience: the most powerful personal development event37:38 — Boundaries vs. requests vs. demands: the critical distinction44:06 — Afrobeat vs. Afrobeats: honoring music culture and Fela Kuti's legacyCONNECT WITH MALIN IREVANGInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheismalin/Website: https://happy-websites.com/Follow Angel Martin Cordova in socials:https://www.instagram.com/angelmartincordova/

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What does it actually mean to take your business into the hands of God?

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In this powerful episode, Emily Fisher returns to dive deep into the intersection of faith and entrepreneurship.

From getting baptized in Bali to scaling her coaching business from $0 to $192K/year in just 5 months, Emily shares how surrendering to God transformed not just her revenue but her entire approach to success.

Whether you're a faith-driven entrepreneur or simply curious about integrating spirituality into your work, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

- Kingdom Wealth vs. Worldly Success — In the world, success is measured by money. In the kingdom, it's measured by obedience, stewardship, and humility.

- God Gives Strategy in the Quiet — Emily shares how a dream gave her a complete ad download that resulted in the lowest cost-per-lead she'd ever seen.

- The Stewardship Principle — "Whoever is faithful with little will be faithful with much" (Luke 16:10). Learn why quick money can hurt your character.

- Rest is Productive — Both Emily and Astro discuss how God has been challenging them to embrace rest instead of constant hustle.

- YouTube is a Game-Changer — Almost every client who joins Emily's program has watched at least 2 of her YouTube videos first.

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TIMESTAMPS

0:00 — Welcome Back: Taking Your Business Into God's Hands

0:27 — Emily's Baptism in Bali & New Business Partnership

1:19 — Book Recommendation: "The Currency of Heaven"

1:51 — What Is Stewardship? (Greek & Hebrew Meaning)

5:07 — Atomic Habits: Rewiring Your Brain for God-First Business

8:21 — God's Will vs. Free Will: How to Know the Difference

10:55 — Where God Is Challenging Us: Learning to Rest

17:57 — Deep Dive: Christ Consciousness vs. Jesus as Lord

29:32 — The Attention Game: Viral Content vs. Niche Messaging

36:54 — How to Steward a Community (Skool Community Strategy)

39:18 — YouTube Strategy: Why Long-Form Content Converts

41:43 — Closing Prayer & Word for 2026: Fulfillment (Matthew 6:33)

CONNECT WITH EMILY FISHER

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e_millly/

Website: https://www.skool.com/innercirclecommunity/

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2026 is the year of intentional content. My prediction? Volume and fancy edits won't cut it anymore, brand coherence will. If people don't know what to expect from you, they won't stick around.Get a Free Gift: https://grow.astrozenmarketing.com/In this video, I break down what's actually working, why viral videos won't get you clients, and how to build a content strategy that converts. Plus, I'm sharing how I'm evolving this channel to document my agency journey and the real tactics we use with our coaching clients.Follow Angel Martin Cordova in socials:

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Are you constantly tense, overthinking, and worn down by anxiety? 

In this episode, I sit down with Chris Cuadros, a Nervous System Coach and Clinical Hypnotherapist who has helped hundreds of professionals, leaders, and athletes calm their nervous system so they can think clearly, feel steady, and show up with confidence.

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Whether you're struggling with anxiety, stress, or simply want to understand how your mind and body work together, this conversation is packed with practical tools you can start using today.

 KEY HIGHLIGHTS

– The Breathing-Anxiety Connection — 70-80% of people with anxiety have dysfunctional breathing habits.

– External vs. Internal Locus of Control — Discover why anxious people carry the weight of things outside their control and how to shift your focus back to what you CAN control.

– Hypnotherapy Demystified — Chris breaks down what hypnotherapy really is (hint: it's brain entrainment, not mind control) and why the ages 1-7 shape your subconscious beliefs.

– The Ferrari Metaphor — Your body is a Ferrari, but do you know how to drive it?

– Chris's Personal Transformation — From hitting rock bottom during a breakup to building a thriving coaching practice

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 — Introduction: Who is Chris Cuadros? 

0:27 — 3 Simple Ways to Overcome Anxiety 

3:28 — External vs. Internal Locus of Control Explained 

7:17 — Chris's Journey: From Banks to Breathwork 

10:13 — The Dark Night of the Soul: Chris's Breakthrough Moment 17:20 — What is Hypnotherapy? (Explained Simply) 

23:07 — Functional Breathing vs. Breathing Exercises 

28:14 — What is Interoception & How to Train It 

35:26 — Mental Health in 2026: AI, Speed & Stress 

41:56 — Daily Habits to Prevent Anxiety & Depression 

50:47 — What Chris Would Tell His Past Self 

54:58 — Final Advice: "Slow Down"

CONNECT WITH CHRIS CUADROS

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Coaching Site: www.mindyourmind21.com

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What if everything you've been told about finding your purpose is completely wrong?

In this episode, I sit down with Dallas Michael Cyr—master life coach, former battle rapper and b-boy, turned financial planner, turned transformational guide—for a raw conversation that flips the script on what purpose really means.

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Dallas has spent 17 years coaching conscious entrepreneurs, and what he shares here might challenge everything you thought you knew about your "why."

Dallas gets vulnerable about his own journey—from consoling his mom at age 8 during her breakdown, to turning down opportunities out of fear, to building a coaching practice from scratch.

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Stop searching: Why everything you're looking for is already looking for you

2:32 - Your work is NOT your purpose (the Quincy Jones example that changes everything)

5:38 - From battle rapper to financial planner: Dallas's unexpected journey

8:19 - The difference between purpose and vision (and why it matters)

10:37 - Why saying "no" to opportunities might actually be your soul protecting you

14:36 - How to break through the illusion that you "missed the boat"

16:25 - Why people stay comfortable with a "fine" life instead of a great one

21:20 - Intuition vs. discernment: Practices to tap back into your inner knowing

45:28 - Is coaching easy or hard? The raw truth about being born for something

55:21 - Three things Dallas would tell himself 17 years ago🎙️

CONNECT WITH DALLAS MICHAEL CYR:

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Website: https://dallascyr.com/

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Get a Free Gift: https://grow.astrozenmarketing.com/Finally, a Marketing Book That Actually Gets CoachesTired of generic marketing advice that ignores the soul of your work? My next book bridges the gap between authentic coaching and real business growth.Inside you'll discover:→ How to craft messaging that resonates on a somatic level AND sells→ The value equation that makes offers irresistible→ Systems that let you focus on coaching while your business runs itselfThis isn't another course. It’s a 240+-page manual built from 3 years of agency work with transformational coaches. Frameworks rooted in psychology that work no matter how social media or the industry evolves.📅 SAVE THE DATE: March–April 2026Follow Martin Cordova in socials:https://www.instagram.com/astrozen28/Subscribe to our newsletter:

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What if true power isn't about control, but about complete authenticity?In this profound conversation, Christine Mendes, a mindfulness facilitator and retreat leader, shares her journey from people-pleasing to personal sovereignty.

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Christine reveals how she transformed comparison into self-discovery, and why the path to power begins with radical self-honoring.

What You'll Discover:

– The critical difference between power and force, and why most leaders confuse them

– How corporate armor disconnects women from their authentic leadership

– Why throwing tantrums might be the most important tool for nervous system regulation

– The hidden cost of comparison in the social media age

– How 6 years of celibacy became Christine's greatest teacher

– Why closing your heart shuts down your creative power

– The art of boundaries without judgment or protection

– How Mexico became her spiritual homecoming and birthed her mission

Christine shares practical tools for reclaiming your center; from breath work and dance to the power of play, and reveals how her journey through a challenging relationship became the catalyst for discovering her Empress archetype.

Timestamps:

00:00 - What True Power Really Means

02:17 - Where We Give Our Power Away

03:52 - Your Relationship with Time & Control

05:51 - Power Dynamics in Corporate Leadership

08:57 - The Armor Women Wear at Work

11:53 - Movement, Breath & Nervous System Regulation

14:17 - Why Women Run Themselves Dry

16:09 - New York as a Charging Port for Energy

18:51 - How Travel Transforms You

20:37 - The Mexico Homecoming & Spiritual Awakening

23:33 - Artist Power Retreat: Meeting Your Edges

27:19 - Returning to the Child Within

29:18 - Learning to Hold Space for Others

34:57 - The Birth of "Marry Your Soul" Retreat

38:14 - Co-Creating Transformational Experiences

42:06 - Seeking the Empress: From Comparison to Discovery

44:30 - The 6-Year Celibacy Journey

46:54 - When Your Power Triggers Others

49:45 - Understanding Boundaries vs. Protection

51:28 - Fear-Based Boundaries vs. Self-Honoring

53:56 - Keeping Your Heart Open During Conflict

55:24 - Ways to Nourish Your Soul

57:30 - How to Work with Christine

58:53 - Message to Her Past Self

Connect with Christine:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seektheempress/

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Upcoming: Tulum Retreat - May 2025

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After three years building a content agency from scratch, hitting 9M views for a client, and closing $14K deals, here are the 25 lessons that transformed my business and life in 2025.

These aren’t theories; they’re battle-tested truths from launching programs, scaling a team to 10 people (then cutting back to what actually works), ending a long-term relationship, and discovering what really matters in business and life.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction

00:20 - Lesson 1: Radical Honesty Creates Direction

01:30 - Lesson 2: Success Is a Volume Game

02:25 - Lesson 3: Expectations Protect Relationships

03:44 - Lesson 4: Attention Beats Effort

04:40 - Lesson 5: Discernment Is the Real AI Skill

06:07 - Lesson 6: Never Rush Big Decisions

08:11 - Lesson 7: Your Body Is Your Responsibility

09:02 - Lesson 8: Presence Is Power

10:26 - Lesson 9: Practice Needs Intention

12:05 - Lesson 10: Mirrors Accelerate Growth

13:13 - Lesson 11: Nature Is Not Optional

14:17 - Lesson 12: Overusing AI Weakens Your Thinking

15:05 - Lesson 13: More People Won't Solve Problems

16:05 - Lesson 14: You Cannot Save People

16:47 - Lesson 15: Commitment Is Daily

18:20 - Lesson 16: Launches Require Action, Not Theory

19:53 - Lesson 18: Niche Focus Wins

21:13 - Lesson 19: Sell the Bigger Package

22:38 - Lesson 20: Structure Beats Perfection

23:56 - Lesson 21: Culture Needs Daily Reinforcement

25:31 - Lesson 22: Thinking Time Must Be Protected

26:30 - Lesson 23: Cash Flow Is a Safety System

28:11 - Lesson 24: Seasons Exist in Business

29:08 - Lesson 25: Social Media Is a Long Game

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Get a Free Gift: https://grow.astrozenmarketing.com/In this episode of Zen Talks, Astro from Astro Zen Marketing sits down with Brian to explore why most men live "head down" instead of embodied, how to practice feeling before reacting, and the four pillars of embodied presence that create flow in business and life.What We Discuss:– Why pain is actually an emotion (neuroscience breakdown)– The vagus nerve and self-regulation techniques you can use right now– How posture affects your emotional state and nervous system– The 3-part breathing technique to control your emotions– Neuroceptive awareness: Your body's internal smoke detector– Men's work containers and learning vocabulary to express feelings– Holding space without formulating responses (embodied listening)– Single fatherhood: Balancing masculine and feminine energy– Processing the death of his father and stepping into elderhood– The four pillars of embodied presence: Awareness, Embodiment, Connection, Flow– Why he did a darkness retreat (and what he learned)– "Exercise is optional, movement is essential"TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro: What Does Embodiment Actually Mean?03:25 - Pain is an Emotion (The Neuroscience Explained)10:00 - Why Your Posture is Destroying Your Nervous System17:40 - The Breathing Technique That Controls Your Emotions25:15 - Where Men Struggle Most: Work or Family?30:38 - Men's Work: Learning the Vocabulary to Feel35:42 - Fatherhood: The Responsibility That Changed Everything44:02 - Single Fatherhood and Holding Masculine + Feminine Energy47:09 - Death of a Father: Life's Ultimate Rite of Passage52:06 - Flow State: Where Action and Awareness Become One56:17 - The Darkness Retreat: Facing His Edge in Total Solitude59:03 - Movement is Essential (Exercise is Optional)Dr. Brian Paris is a former chiropractor turned embodiment coach, men's work facilitator, and author of "What Has You." After building and losing a successful practice, going through divorce, and experiencing complete burnout, Brian discovered the neuroscience of embodiment and created a framework for men to reconnect with their bodies, emotions, and purpose.Connect with Dr. Brian Paris:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrianparis/Website: https://drbrianparis.com/Book "What Has You": https://a.co/d/fBJIzgCFree 30-Min Consult: https://drbrianparis.com/ (Contact Form)Follow Martin Cordova in socials:https://www.instagram.com/astrozen28/Subscribe to our newsletter:https://grow.astrozenmarketing.com/newsletter-signup-3288Book a call to grow on social media and sell more: https://astrozenmarketing.com