Zen Sammich

Are you good at talking to people?

Most of us do ok, but are there any situations that make you feel awkward? Like, talking to children or very opinionated people?

Here are some tips, techniques and mindsets from some of the best: A stand-up comedian, a multi-topic podcast producer and co-host, a youth empowering "Queen of Goofiness," and a moderator of public forums on frequently sensitive topics.

A star-studded, idea-packed episode to help us all become better at communicating, listening, and talking to (almost) anyone.

This episode is sponsored by: https://www.mandatetoelevate.com/

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Yep, I’ve narrowed it down to just 5.

What do you think you need to work on to become a better YOU?

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Becoming great at anything is not reserved for the select few. It is available to ALL of us.

Self-improvement in any area is not a stroll in the park. It takes dedication and effort. 

But in this 12 minute episode, I breakdown 3 essential steps to achieving legendary status at anything. I even throw in a little Zen toward the end to sweeten the deal.

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What tools do you use to cope with your fears? 

Could you take a tragedy and turn it into something positive?

How might a traumatic event affect the relationships in your life?

Chris Maliszewski, a mass shooting survivor and co-founder of the Walking Tall Movement, discusses the variety of ways in which we navigate, learn, and grow from trauma and adversity.

Check out his organization's website at walkingtallmovement.com

Follow Chris at https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-maliszewski-20190061/

Zen Sammich currently survives by way of donations and sponsorship. And every little buck helps, even just $5!

You can support the show through the link where you are listening to this or by going to zensammich.com.

Are you the same person you were 10 years ago? Probably not. 

How about 10 hours ago? 10 minutes?!

And what story do you believe in? Is it the same story you were fed as a child or did the story and you evolve into something else?

Big discussion with awesome people. 

Transformational coaches and podcasters, Andee Scarantino and Zen Benefiel, join the conversation about discovering insight, whether through a mystical experience or by being left alone at an airport.

Truth can be found in a variety of places and from a variety of sources. Where did you find YOUR truth?

Find out more about Andee Scarantino at

getthefuckoff.com

viewfromtheroof.substack.com

You can find Zen Benefiel at

bethedream.com

zenbenefiel.com

https://www.youtube.com/@ZenBenefiel

Zen Sammich currently survives by way of donations and sponsorship. And every little buck helps, even just a $5er!

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Ever try to quiet your mind, and it keeps going in every random direction except still?

Ever try to think of nothing to no avail? Of course, you human being, you!

But who is observing your thinking mind while it is running amuck?

Oh, yeah, that’s you too.

Gaining some understanding of your “two minds” is key to cultivating and improving your mental self-discipline.

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Ever feel guilty for NOT feeling something when you think you should?

So, when is it ok to just "not feel?"

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“You can spray Lysol on a dog turd and it’s still a dog turd."

- Mike Ashabraner

Believe it or not, there is a lot of Zen in redneck wisdom.

Financial coach, Mike Ashabraner, and I discuss Redneck Zen, the importance of good mentors, and what we have each learned from ours. 

Find out more about Mike at redneckfinancialcoach.com

Follow at https://www.linkedin.com/in/redneck1/

Check out the Hounds of Business Community at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hounds-of-business-happy-hour/

This episode is sponsored by: https://www.mandatetoelevate.com/

To inquire about sponsoring Zen Sammich, send an email to [email protected] with "sponsorship" in the subject line.

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How do you know who you can trust and who is unhealthy for you?

Short and sweet in this 10 minute episode - the five types of people you should avoid or distance yourself from in life.

This episode is sponsored by: https://www.mandatetoelevate.com/

To inquire about sponsoring Zen Sammich, send an email to [email protected] with "sponsorship" in the subject line.

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What are the highs and lows of a cross-cultural, multi-lingual marriage?

I gave my wife a glass of wine and pressed record for a special in-house family edition of Zen Sammich!

This episode is sponsored by: https://www.mandatetoelevate.com/

To inquire about sponsoring Zen Sammich, send an email to [email protected] with "sponsorship" in the subject line.

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