Learning From Your World

A Vow to Live Bigger With Barbara Majeski

In this episode, I talk with TV personality and founder of the MORE Life Collective, Barbara Majeski, about the vow she made to herself after experiencing a Stage III cancer diagnosis and divorce - back to back.
 
We discuss:
- How Barbara’s childhood experiences have shaped her purpose and who she is today.
- How we can use our experiences to have a positive impact on the people around us.
- Barbara's moment of clarity that led her to finally doing what she always wanted to do.
 
Challenge: At [45:12], Barbara encourages listeners to commit to one of three non-negotiable daily activities to help you build positive habits.
 
Resources:https://www.themorelifecollective.com/
https://www.barbaramajeski.com/

The Art of Peaceful Living With Sid McNairy

In this episode, I talk with Sid McNairy, author, life empowerment coach, meditation teacher, and yoga instructor about peace.
 
We discuss:
- How Sid went from being a football coach to a meditation teacher.
- Defining peace: the birthplace of love.
- Practical ways to invite peace into our lives.
 
Challenge: At [37:18], Sid shares a challenge that will help you get closer to living a peaceful life.
 
Resources:Art of Peaceful Living Website

Vulnerable Action With Aruna Krishnan

In this episode, I talk with Aruna about:
 
- How taking action helped transform her confidence.
- The hardest part about writing a book: vulnerability.
- Practical recommendations to shift from responding to reacting.
 
Aruna's Challenge: 35:18

Are You Authentic, Really? With Charles Scott

In this episode, I talk with Executive Mentor and lifelong adventurer, Charles Scott, about what it really means to be authentic.
 
We discuss:- What true authenticity really looks like.- How authenticity changes over time.- Mimetic Theory and its impact on our ability to remain authentic.
 
Challenge: At [42:53], Charles shares a challenge that will maximize your everyday vitality with alignment and authenticity.
 
Resources:Sparked BookThe Principle of 18 BookThe Lion Tracker's Guide to Life Book
Sparketype Assessment (Free)

Make Your Environment a Product of You With Jay Chase

What does it actually mean to “take control of your life?” 
 
In this episode, I talk with Jay Chase about how he went from being a product of his environment to making his environment a product of him. Taking control of your life is more than an inspirational quote. Jay talks about the real emotions and stories that came with the everyday struggle he faced during this process. He shares the primary person, books, and life events that were pivotal in helping him out of the pain.
 
Challenge: At [34:48], Jay shares a simple challenge you can start today that will help you see a different perspective, train discipline, and invite more blessings into your life.
Resources:Four Agreements BookJay's Website

Building Mental Wealth With Michael Gilbert

What is mental wealth – and how can I get more of it?
Michael Gilbert is the founder of Lumin-us, a nonprofit start-up with the goal of helping young adults find mental wealth through social therapy and asking questions like “What’s your bright spot?”. Michael and I discuss how we can use social therapy to improve mental wealth in ourselves and the people around us.
 
In this episode, I also talk to Michael about:
- Guidance for parents looking to support their kids’ mental health. (7:00)- Direction for people who are silently struggling. (13:07)- What employers and employees can do to improve mental wealth in the workplace. (20:57)
 
Challenge: At [36:06], Michael shares a simple challenge you can do right now to improve your mental wealth.
 
Resources: 
Lumin-us InstagramLumin-us WebsiteProject Healthy MindsThe Trevor ProjectLost Connections Book
Look for Lumin-us on Project Pitch It season 7 this Spring!

The Key to Lifelong Learning With Ted Neitzke

In this episode, I talk with the CEO of CESA 6 and Mayor of Port Washington about the key to lifelong learning…CURIOSITY. Ted shares how to murder your books and other great tips to help retain the information you learn. He shares easy-to-implement strategies for leaders, parents, teachers, and individuals to leverage learning and create more meaning.
 
We discuss:- How to learn every day - without even touching a book!- A simple, yet powerful lesson we can learn from buffalo.- The quickest way to positively impact someone’s life.
Challenge: At [31:50],  Ted shares a question you can ask yourself tonight and tomorrow morning that will help you reflect on what you can control in a positive way.
 
Resources:
Ted's Smart Thinking Podcast
 

Reframe Your Greatest Challenge Into Your Greatest Gift With McKenna Reitz

In this episode, I talk with McKenna Reitz about how she has transformed her experience with Alopecia into an opportunity to pursue her purpose with confidence. 
 
We discuss:- The internal and external factors that played a role in helping her improve her mindset.- The psychology and challenges behind reframing your life experiences into opportunities.- Advice for people before, during, and after experiencing a significant life event.
 
Challenge: At [43:07], McKenna shares a challenge for listeners to try the next time they experience a daily hassle.
 
Resources:
McKenna's WebsiteMcKenna's TED Talk

Stop and Notice With Jay Forte

In this episode, Jay and I talk about one small thing that has a huge impact on the way we see and experience the world: noticing. 
 
We discuss:- How interrupting your busy life through stopping and noticing can improve your health and happiness.- A new kind of gratitude practice.- Practical tips to stop living on autopilot.
 
Challenge: At [30:55], Jay shares a habit that you can start tonight to interrupt the "busy" and incorporate noticing into your everyday life.
 
Resources:The Forte FactorThe Greatness Zone Book