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Creativity may be one of the most important yet underemphasized practices on which to focus energy. It can help us grow into the highest versions of ourselves and enhance all aspects of our lives. Unfortunately, many of us block our natural creative energy with external distractions and cling to conditioned beliefs that no longer serve our highest potential. Before jumping into creative pursuits,...

We are generally conditioned by society to focus on outcomes, achievements, winning, etc. A major issue with this mindset is how we show up along the way to the finish line and, of course, when we “fail”. Hyper-focus on the outcome tends to create hyper-focus on controlling everyone and everything imaginable along the way. This can cause many problems including stress, misunderstanding, judgment,...

With the progress of technology, we currently have more access to information and possibilities than ever in human history. However, this access can also work against us mentally, emotionally, and physically. How distracted are you daily from moment to moment? How is the quality of your focus and attention with the things that you do? If you are often distracted, what fear is at the root of your d...

What does leveling up look like for you? Improving performance in our fitness, job, business, or romantic relationships is a common goal we are familiar with. But how often do we intentionally level up how we see the world? More specifically, how frequently do we redefine the words we use, question our existing beliefs, or integrate our ego and intuition? Engaging in leveling up our broader pictur...

Imposter syndrome is like an annoying head cold that periodically appears in all of us. It often holds us back from becoming the highest versions of ourselves. Fear-based messaging throughout society since our childhood is at the root of it. We weren’t usually rewarded for taking risks, being authentic, and following our hearts. Rather, we were often rewarded for good behavior and conformity and s...

Moderation applies to much more than an overindulgence of the things we love to consume. Moderation is a key aspect of being human. It shows up, for example, in activity vs. recovery, saving vs. spending, giving vs. taking, etc. We all have a unique ongoing balance that supports the most and least aligned versions of ourselves. However, conditioned beliefs often stimulate confusion, including our...

Being able to observe our automatic reactions to people and situations is highly important to understand ourselves. Reactionary feelings are indicators of our conditioned programming. And our reactionary actions are extensions of that programming. Negative reactionary feelings and actions tend to stagnate our growth if we do not see the silver lining. However, there is also a spontaneous beauty in...

We all carry right vs. wrong contexts in all areas of our lives. Problems magnify when we force our right vs. wrong contexts onto others. The ego’s tendency to desperately cling to being right often limits our growth and ability to connect. In this episode, we explore various perspectives of the right vs. wrong context and distinguish our judgments from simply what is.  The right vs. wrong context...

We all have a relationship to the winter season. For many, winter represents the coming of the year-end holidays. The holidays can be stressful times with events, family gatherings, shopping, or a last push to complete goals. Winter tends to bring less daylight and a metabolic slowdown, which may contribute to surfacing feelings of loneliness or sadness. Regardless of our relationship with this se...

We tend to be creatures of habit. Change is everywhere, constant, and inevitable but we often resist it. There is a dynamic balance between habitual consistency and trying new ways or things. When is it time for us to make a change in our lives? What do we want to change? Being completely honest with ourselves opens us to positive change. In this episode, we discuss relationship to change and nuan...

In this episode, we enjoy having guest Steve O’Halloran, an executive coach and mentor. He shares his insights on the coaching profession, entrepreneurship, benefits of coaching, and his journey into coaching. Born and raised in Australia, Steve has a background in training and finance and built a financial services business prior to coaching full-time. His clients span the globe and he is a progr...

As with most behaviors, our relationship to asking for support was conditioned from an early age. Many people find asking for support vulnerable, and they often avoid the discomfort of asking. On the other hand, many people are masters at giving support. Interestingly, giving support without equally asking for support is not sustainable and eventually depletes well-being. Learning to ask for suppo...

Many people are conditioned to focus on problems and head straight for solutions. While this might be useful in overcoming dire situations, most situations are not dire in modern times. This behavior in normal day-to-day situations, personal or professional, can lead to disconnection, misunderstanding, and disempowerment. In this episode, we discuss various perspectives and layers concerning the f...

EPISODE SUMMARY When was the last time you said Yes when you really wanted to say No? Clarity around priorities and saying No to distractions are keys to reaching goals. However, awareness of misalignment between your logical brain and intuition is even more vital. In this episode, we dive into various nuances about saying No. Awareness of your tendencies to say Yes or No Discerning an empowered N...

The mirror effect is a powerful way to expand self-awareness and proactively engage in personal growth. Ultimately, it shifts full responsibility onto ourselves and empowers us to be at cause for how we show up in the world. In this episode, we discuss this way of relating to the world which has enhanced our lives tremendously. If you spot it, you got it Noticing that your reactions are indicators...

Shawn Garrett is the founding attorney of Garrett, PLLC, and focuses on corporate transactions. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, Shawn’s practice consists of business formations, M&A activity, contract drafting, and dispute resolution. He has represented companies from pre-revenue to mid-sized entities and investment funds. He frequently presents business law topics and is involved in the busin...

The ego’s way of manipulating people-pleasing behavior is laughably tricky. Are you aware of such tendencies? At what cost to your authenticity? What is your ultimate goal in people-pleasing or not people-pleasing? Self-awareness of your truth will make clear whether the cost of your behavior is too high to sustain. In this episode, we discuss various aspects of this fascinating behavior. Wanting...

The Monday Blues is a feeling most of us have felt throughout our lives. But how deeply have we unpacked this feeling? What is driving this feeling? What judgments do we notice in our minds? This feeling can be a huge clue to improvement and insight. In this episode, we reflect on the Monday Blues and how we relate to it. The Monday Blues are completely made up What drives the Monday Blues individ...

Whether we like it or not, we are all leaders in some area of our lives. Especially leaders of ourselves. This is where leadership starts. So, how well are we leading ourselves mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually? What is our image of the ideal leader? In this episode, we discuss some fundamental qualities that are increasingly important for leadership today and in the future.  Evol...

In this episode, we have the pleasure of having Remy Wallace share his thoughts on the intersection of acting and authenticity. He grew up in Philadelphia and lived in NY, Los Angeles, and now in Charlotte, NC. Early in his professional career, he chose to quit a promising corporate job in the sports industry to pursue acting and filmmaking. He credits that decision to the many miracles that have...

Our obligations in life may feel empowering or disempowering depending on how we relate to them. It is important to identify the obligations that feel misaligned. Then, either reframe the relationship to it or change the situation of the obligation entirely. Obligations are often accompanied by internal and external judgment that can fester and build resentment. In this episode, we discuss some of...

Common images and definitions of aging tend to infer decay or decline of vitality. With it comes a negative or disempowering sense. This may accurately represent change on a purely physical level, but the physical level is often overemphasized in importance. Along with aging comes something far more powerful, wisdom. Wisdom softens the harsh blow of the inevitability of physical decline. What is w...

We’ve all been told that gratitude is good. However, many of us were not taught the complexities tied to gratitude. For example, the transactional nature of giving and receiving. How do you even give and receive in a healthy way? Is giving more important than receiving? What is abundance and how is it connected to gratitude? What does gratitude feel like? In this episode, we discuss various comple...

In this episode, we have Alex Terranova, who guides men to become the leaders their companies and families can be proud of. Alex is deeply devoted to his wife Evin, the family they are creating, and his own personal growth and expansion as a man and leader. Alex is an Executive and Leadership Coach, 2x Author, and Sacred Guide who has helped hundreds of individuals and organizations transcend ment...

Energy is abundant and unlimited. Yet, we are often reminded of the opposite. Battery life, counting calories, exhaustion, and depletion of natural resources are just a few examples. It is valuable to understand what each of us actually needs from an intuitive perspective rather than from an egoic one. Misalignment with our true values, lifestyle, relationships, career, etc. all lead to energy dep...