What if the very things that made you feel small as a child became your greatest sources of power?

Jenny Poon — entrepreneur, public speaker, and CEO — joins Spirit of Gratitude to share her transformative journey from shy, bullied child to bold founder and community builder. Born to Vietnamese refugees, Jenny opens up about how her mother’s quiet strength and her immigrant upbringing shaped her inner spirit, ignited her self-awareness, and taught her the true meaning of gratitude.

In this empowering episode, Jenny reveals how hardship became her teacher, how public speaking became her superpower, and why embracing your flaws is the first step to building unshakable confidence. Her story is a masterclass in turning adversity into leadership and self-doubt into impact.

✅ You'll learn:

• How embracing imperfections leads to lasting confidence and self-awareness
• Why bullying became a catalyst for Jenny’s resilience and inner strength
• How supportive communities accelerate personal and entrepreneurial growth
• Tips for transforming public speaking fear into bold communication
• What Jenny’s immigrant upbringing taught her about gratitude, grit, and leadership
  
  
  

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Your inner spirit is awakened through adversity, not in spite of it.
• Gratitude is the fuel behind sustainable success.
• Building community is the heartbeat of bold entrepreneurship.
  
  
  

🎧 Tap play to hear how Jenny Poon turned fear into confidence — and how you can, too.

What if one phone call could change the entire trajectory of a young person’s life?

Oscar Gonzalez — U.S. Army Veteran and National Hotline Director at Boys Town — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a heart-centered conversation on bullying, crisis response, and the transformative power of community. From his military service to leading one of the most trusted youth hotlines in the country, Oscar shares how gratitude, self-awareness, and compassion are saving lives every single day.

In this powerful episode, Oscar and Yogesh explore the emotional toll of digital-age bullying, the urgent need for real-world life skills, and why listening is one of the most underrated forms of leadership. Whether you're a parent, educator, or someone who simply cares, this conversation is a call to action — and a reminder that it truly does take a village.

✅ You'll learn:

• How modern bullying affects teens in a tech-driven world
• Why resilience and life skills are essential survival tools today
• The path from military service to purpose-driven youth leadership
• How Boys Town’s 24/7 National Hotline brings hope and help
• The role of self-awareness, listening, and support in crisis prevention
  
  
  

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Gratitude grows in service to others.
• Listening can be a life-saving act.
• Building resilience in youth starts with showing up consistently.
  
  
  

🎧 Tap play to hear how Oscar Gonzalez and Boys Town are creating a lifeline for the next generation.

What if the secret to career success wasn’t ambition, but emotional intelligence and gratitude?

Justin Wright — viral influencer, executive coach, and leadership strategist — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a transformative conversation on how self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the practice of gratitude helped him rise above toxic workplaces and build a purpose-driven career.

From mindset shifts to mentorship, Justin shares practical insights that go beyond leadership titles — and into what it really takes to grow as a human being first. This episode is a guide for anyone ready to evolve into the kind of leader who doesn’t just climb, but lifts others while doing it.

✅ You'll learn:

• The surprising mindset shift that accelerated Justin’s success
• How to navigate and grow through toxic work environments
• The mentorship strategies that fuel long-term leadership
• Why self-awareness is the foundation for real influence
• How gratitude builds resilience in high-pressure spaces
  
  
  

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Emotional intelligence is more valuable than a resume.
• Gratitude transforms pressure into purpose.
• The best leaders are the ones who never stop growing.
  
  
  

🎧 Tap play to hear how Justin Wright redefined success — and how you can, too.

What if mastering your money started with mastering your mindset?

Keith Fitz-Gerald — Wall Street strategist, media personality, and high-performance thinker — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a no-holds-barred conversation on financial empowerment, self-awareness, and the surprising role gratitude plays in building real wealth. Known for his bold insights and fearless approach to life, Keith unpacks the emotional side of money and why most financial education gets it wrong.

From conquering fear to leveraging breathwork and mindfulness in money management, this episode will shift how you view success, not as something to chase, but something to align with. Keith’s journey offers a powerful invitation to step into abundance with clarity, courage, and purpose.

✅ You'll learn:

• How gratitude rewires your brain for financial growth
• Why fear is the #1 blocker to wealth — and how to break the cycle
• The role of self-awareness in financial decision-making
• How breathwork and mindfulness sharpen your money mindset
• Why the current financial education model is failing future generations
  
  

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Mindset is your greatest asset — or your greatest liability.
• Gratitude isn’t soft — it’s strategic.
• You can’t grow wealth without growing self-awareness first.
  
  
  

🎧 Tap play to hear how Keith Fitz-Gerald flips the script on money, mindset, and what it means to truly live abundantly.

What if your deepest pain became the very foundation of your strength?

Fayruz Benyousef — philanthropist, warrior, and two-time cancer survivor — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a soul-stirring conversation on resilience, faith, and the transformational power of gratitude. From losing her father at a young age to facing Hodgkin’s lymphoma at 16 and later battling breast cancer, Fayruz has turned every trial into a mission of healing, hope, and purpose.

With unfiltered honesty and unwavering grace, Fayruz shares the role of community, self-awareness, and self-acceptance in surviving life’s darkest chapters. This episode is a reminder that vulnerability is not weakness — it's the bridge to your inner power, and that asking for help may be the bravest thing you ever do.

✅ You'll learn:

• How faith and community fuel true resilience
• Why self-acceptance is key to emotional and physical healing
• How cancer shaped Fayruz’s purpose and philanthropic vision
• The strength it takes to ask for help — and the courage to receive it
• How adversity can refine your inner spirit, not break it
  
  

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Gratitude transforms suffering into service.
• True strength is rooted in vulnerability and compassion.
• Your story is your power — and your greatest gift to others.
  
  
  

🎧 Tap play to witness how Fayruz Benyousef turned pain into purpose — and why your spirit is stronger than you think

What if your wildest adventures — from law enforcement to Hollywood — still couldn’t compare to the lessons learned in your backyard?

Dave Salem — former police officer, helicopter pilot, and surprise actor in Transformers 4 — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a high-energy, deeply human conversation about bullying, self-awareness, and the unexpected turns that shape our lives.

From a shocking run-in with his childhood bully to the lessons he’s carried from law enforcement into fatherhood and service, Dave opens up about how community, accountability, and family have anchored his journey. This episode is packed with stories, laughs, and reflections on what real resilience looks like — both on and off screen.

✅ You'll learn:

• The surprising story behind Dave’s Transformers cameo
• How law enforcement shaped his views on service and growth
• Why a childhood bullying encounter stayed with him for decades
• The importance of self-awareness in raising the next generation
• Why fulfillment is found in serving others, not chasing the spotlight
  
  

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Gratitude begins with honoring your roots.
• True strength comes from knowing when to lead — and when to listen.
• Life's most powerful scenes don’t always happen on camera.
  
  
  

🎧 Tap play to hear how Dave Salem turned his real-world grit into wisdom — with heart, humor, and humility.

What if real strength wasn’t about what you hold in — but what you’re willing to release?

Jeff Fink — leader in The ManKind Project and advocate for authentic masculinity — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a courageous conversation on mental health, vulnerability, and what it truly means to grow as a man. Through the lens of his own journey — including bullying, a powerful weight loss transformation, and emotional healing — Jeff shows how self-awareness and accountability are the cornerstones of personal power.

As part of a global nonprofit helping men break cycles of silence and shame, Jeff shares insights on building healthy communities, mentorship, and stepping into leadership with love, not ego. This episode is a call to action for anyone seeking a deeper connection to their inner spirit and a life rooted in purpose.

✅ You'll learn:

• How The ManKind Project helps men reclaim purpose and presence
• The emotional impact of bullying and how Jeff turned it into fuel for growth
• Why vulnerability is essential in leadership and healing
• The connection between self-awareness and lasting change
• How community and mentorship accelerate transformation
  
  

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Gratitude begins when you stop hiding who you are.
• Strength without vulnerability is just armor.
• Brotherhood built on truth can change lives — and generations.
  
  

🎧 Tap play to hear how Jeff Fink turned pain into power — and why your story might be your greatest strength.

What happens when survival becomes a daily battle — but purpose keeps you alive?

Bill Carter — award-winning filmmaker, author, and humanitarian — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a gripping conversation about resilience, war, and the power of storytelling to heal and connect. In the heart of the 1990s Sarajevo siege, Bill risked his life to deliver aid, dodge sniper fire, and document the strength of the human spirit under unthinkable pressure.

Through dark humor, raw courage, and unexpected friendships, Bill found light in devastation — eventually partnering with U2 to tell Sarajevo’s story in the acclaimed documentary Kiss the Future, based on his memoir Fools Rush In. With backing from Matt Damon and Ben Affleck and a Writers Guild Award nomination, Bill’s journey is a masterclass in purpose-driven storytelling and unbreakable gratitude.

✅ You'll learn:

• What it was like to live through the siege of Sarajevo
• How storytelling became a weapon of truth and survival
• Why self-awareness and humor are vital in times of trauma
• The origins of Kiss the Future and Bill’s collaboration with U2
• How deep a human connection forms in the face of adversity
  
  
  

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Gratitude can exist even in war zones.
• The human spirit is most alive when everything is at risk.
• Your story might be the light someone else is waiting for.
  
  
  

🎧 Tap play for an unforgettable account of resilience, purpose, and the art of refusing to give up.

What if the real power in politics came not from persuasion, but from purpose and self-awareness?

Tom Campbell — former five-term U.S. Congressman and current Professor of Law and Economics at Chapman University — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a compelling conversation on public service, self-awareness, and the enduring value of kindness in a divided world.

In this episode, Tom reflects on his decades-long career in politics and education, sharing personal stories of integrity under pressure, lessons from bipartisan collaboration, and how he faced intimidation and incivility with dignity. He also speaks directly to students and those experiencing bullying, offering grounded advice rooted in humility and resilience. With warmth and clarity, Tom shows that leadership isn’t about winning — it’s about serving the greater good with heart, intellect, and gratitude.

✅ You'll learn:

• What it was like to serve five terms in Congress during shifting political tides
• How self-awareness strengthens leadership and collaboration
• Why kindness is a radical act in public service
• Practical wisdom for students navigating bullying and peer pressure
• How staying centered in your values builds long-term impact
  
  
  

✨ Key Takeaways:

• True leadership begins with listening, not loudness.
• Gratitude and service can anchor you through political storms.
• Integrity is your most powerful legacy in any profession.
  
  
  

🎧 Tap play for a meaningful exchange on politics, purpose, and finding strength in who you are.

What if mastering your emotions was the real key to mastering your life?

Judge Lynn Toler — television icon, author, and voice of emotional clarity — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a deeply insightful conversation on emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and the daily discipline of gratitude. With her trademark wit and wisdom, Judge Toler unpacks why so many people struggle with appreciation — often chasing what’s missing instead of honoring what’s already there.

Reflecting on lessons from both her parents, she shares how humor, restraint, and emotional resilience shaped her success in and out of the courtroom. This episode goes beyond surface wisdom, diving into the connection between EQ and fulfillment, and why managing your emotions isn’t weakness — it’s power. Judge Toler's raw truth-telling offers a roadmap for anyone seeking emotional strength, joy, and greater purpose.

✅ You'll learn:

• Why gratitude is harder — and more powerful — than it seems
• How emotional intelligence impacts personal and professional success
• Strategies for staying grounded during emotional turbulence
• How self-awareness protects you from unnecessary conflict
• Life lessons from Judge Toler’s parents that still resonate today
  
  
  

✨ Key Takeaways:

• You can’t control everything, but you can control how you show up.
• Gratitude is a muscle — the more you use it, the stronger you become.
• Humor is one of the most underrated tools for resilience.
  
  
  

🎧 Tap play for a masterclass in emotional strength, real talk, and the kind of wisdom that stays with you.