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Have you ever wondered what it's like to work on a film set? Today's guest is also the co-host of LYTBYL, Wende Whitus! When she's not leading workshops about Personal Retreat Days , Wende works as a freelance location scout and location manager for the film industry in Charlotte NC. "What film industry?" You may ask! Actually several movies and TV shows have been filmed i...

Today Andrea Walker, co-owner of Lighthouse Films, joins the podcast to talk about the importance of company culture. We discuss how employees from different generations offer a variety of perspectives which contribute to the overall tapestry of a thriving small business. We also take a peek behind the curtain of Lighthouse Films to hear about some amazing projects they are doing to give back and...

Dr. Walker's son and Wende's brother, Brad Walker, joins the podcast today to talk about what makes life meaningful. For Brad, it's not the accumulation of stuff, it's enjoying adventures on the open road. We also talk about the classic book Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance . Brad is the owner of Lighthouse Films in Wilmington, North Carolina, where he gets to capture...

Today Dr. Walker and Wende discuss Wende's signature framework for monthly Personal Retreat Days: Rest, Reflect, Reorient. They walk through how to use Wende's companion guided journal, Your Rhythm of Rest and Reflection , available on Amazon. Wende encourages busy people on the brink of burnout to take regular Personal Retreat Days so they can design your life one month at a time. Learn...

Sometimes our minds are present with our bodies and sometimes the mind can be a million miles away. Today Dr. Walker and Wende discuss three mind modes: being, thinking, and doing.  Each of these mind modes can add value depending on the situation. We need times where our minds are free to wander (being), times of reflection, problem-solving and planning (thinking), and times where we should focus...

We're back with another book summary! This time we dive into Jon Acuff's book Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done which tackles procrastination and other reasons people have a difficult time finishing important projects. Hopefully the wisdom Acuff provides will motivate Wende to finish her manuscript!  Send us Fan Mail We sure would love to hear from you! If you've found value in...

Today's guest, Karrie Davis, takes her self-care routine seriously! Her life is full with multiple projects and responsibilities, so she prioritizes not one but TWO self-care days each month -- without feeling any guilt about it! That's because she knows that taking time for herself prevents burnout and helps fill her cup so that she can bring her best self as she cares for others. We ca...

What if true wellness went beyond the physical and could unlock your highest potential? In this episode, we sit down with Candice Van Dertholen, Speaker, Retreat Facilitator, and Private Advisor to conscious business owners. Candice shares her personal journey to becoming a holistic wellness leader, introduces us to the practice of Reiki and how energy healing fits into whole-person wellness, and...

Does your stuff spark joy — or just stress? In this episode, we dig into two of the biggest names in the decluttering world: Marie Kondo and her KonMari Method , and Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus, the duo behind The Minimalists . We talk through what these approaches actually look like in practice, and why so many people find that simplifying their physical space ends up simplifying th...

In our last episode , we dug into the fears and unanswered questions surrounding artificial intelligence. This time, we're flipping the script. AI isn't just something happening in research labs or making headlines for the wrong reasons. It's already quietly improving everyday life. In this episode, we explore the real, tangible ways AI is making the world better: freeing people fro...

In this episode, we break down the 10 biggest concerns about artificial intelligence — from job losses and deepfakes to privacy risks and environmental costs — explained in plain, everyday language anyone can understand. Send us Fan Mail We sure would love to hear from you! If you've found value in this podcast, please take a moment to leave a review, subscribe, and share it with your friends...

We conclude our discussion of John Mark Comer's wonderful book, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by getting practical. We dive into four essential practices for slowing down your life and experiencing the abundant life that Jesus modeled: Silence/Solitude, Sabbath, Simplicity, and Slowing.  We also mentioned Wende's monthly newsletter in this episode. You can subscribe HERE . Send us Fa...

Today we explore part 2 of John Mark Comer's book T he Ruthless Elimination of Hurry.    Last time we talked about some huge cultural problems: hurry sickness, burnout, and distractions. "If I only had more time" is a common refrain. What's the solution to our busy schedules? Listen and find out! Send us Fan Mail We sure would love to hear from you! If you've found value i...

Life moves pretty fast, according to both Ferris Bueller and author John Mark Comer in his 2019 book T he Ruthless Elimination of Hurry . We're taking a leisurely walk through this book because there is so much to slowly and deliberately digest! Join us as we discuss part one, "The Problem," where we dive into how our hurried, busy lives are stifling our spiritual lives. This series...

Dale Carnegie's classic book about people skills still resonates today, even though it was published 90 years ago! It's a book we come to again and again.  Learn more about Carnegie leadership courses here, and if you aren't one of the 30 million people who already own How to Win Friends and Influence People , you can buy the updated edition here.   Send us Fan Mail We sure would lo...

Some studies have shown that meeting with an accountability partner increases your likelihood of reaching a specific goal to 95%! That's an even higher likelihood than simply writing down your goals and reading them every day. Being accountable to someone else adds that extra nudge to work for what you say you want. In today's episode we talk about the power of Mastermind groups to hold...

Dr. Walker and I love talking with all kinds of people on the podcast, hearing stories of how they overcame obstacles and learning how they tick. Today's guest is our youngest so far! We left this conversation so inspired and encouraged and we know you'll learn a lot from our Gen Z guest Hailey Lacourse.  Send us Fan Mail We sure would love to hear from you! If you've found value in...

Most people don't stick with the same job their entire lives and our guest Chef Tiore is no exception! You'll be inspired by the story of how she navigated through several careers, finally finding a path that allowed her to combine her two passions of teaching and cooking. Click HERE to learn more about Chef Tiore's catering, personal chef offerings and cooking classes in the Charlo...

Every once in a while it's good to return to the fundamentals, so we think it's time for another book summary! The Compound Effect is a classic productivity book by motivational mentor Darren Hardy that hits all the highlights: purpose, goals, persistence, attitudes, and influences. Since we're constantly bombarded with bad news and negative influences, it's important to keep f...

Dr. Walker recently completed a novel! He knew the manuscript had some structural issues, so he asked Claude (Anthropic's AI large-language model) to diagnose the book and make recommendations. What Claude was able to do was not only fascinating, but has potential to change the publishing world.  Let us know your thoughts about AI: how do you use it to enhance your creative work?  Send us Fan...

Sometimes high acheivers unintentionally design lives that outpace their capacity. Heather Kidwell , founder and CEO of Humanity Driven Leadership , has the antidote! She helps highly productive people move through burnout so they can lead lives of clarity and confidence. Heather will be a featured speaker at the Fearless Women's Summit on March 28, 2026 in Charlotte, NC. She also plans to be...

Our guest Joni Woods is a relationship and communication coach whose work helps individuals and couples build healthier relationships, communicate more effectively, and create lives that feel balanced, intentional, and sustainable. How we communicate at home, at work, and with ourselves, directly affects how we manage our time, energy, and overall well-being. Joni shares her personal journey of be...

This week we take a field trip to the beautiful, peace-filled Starrette Farm Retreat Center on the outskirts of Statesville, North Carolina to speak with founder Ann Starrette and host Nancy Bellamy. We speak about the importance of nature, silence and solitude to foster a deeper spiritual journey. Wish you could have been with us!  Besides running the Retreat Center, Ann and Nancy lead spiritual...

This week we continue our conversation about anxiety. We share several techniques to help you self-regulate stress and deal with milder forms of anxiety, including mindfulness meditation, breathing exercises, and more. Be sure to check out the previous episode to learn more about clinical forms of anxiety.  NOTE: This podcast is not meant to diagnose or treat anxiety. Please share any concerns you...

Seems like everyone is feeling existential anxiety these days! We had so much to talk about that we divided our conversation into two parts. In this first part, Dr. Walker explains several of the clinical diagnoses of anxiety, including General Anxiety Disorder (GAD), OCD, PTSD, and more. Dr. Walker draws on his 50 years of practicing psychiatry to bring us a wealth of information in this podcast....