Destined To Be

As anyone in a relationship knows, there's always room to communicate better, fight better and be better connected in any season of life. So, what is the secret to a strong, long-lasting marriage? What can couples do to initiate more productive conversations, build a stronger connection and grow into the people they're destined to be together? Jocelyn and Aaron Freeman are the sought-after relatio...

When you expect a reward, your brain releases a chemical called dopamine. It's the thing that makes us feel good when we eat food we're craving or check for likes on social media. But what if you find yourself constantly chasing a dopamine rush? What if you can't feel good without help from this feel-good neurotransmitter? On this episode of Destined to Be, we describe what it looks like to chase...

We all have self-defeating thoughts. But it's up to YOU to decide how to respond. Are you going to let those thoughts rule your life? Or are you going to get out of your own head and shift your perspective on the bad things that happened in the past—or could happen in the future? On this episode of Destined to Be, we share our top strategies for getting out of your own head, explaining how having...

You need a sense of confidence in order to show up consistently and work toward your goals. But you don't have to be born with it. You can build confidence in yourself (and others), and use that belief to catapult you to where you want to go. On this episode of Destined to Be, we discuss how successful people develop the confidence to pursue their goals, focusing on WHY rather than HOW and knowing...

You don't need a fancy title or a huge following on social to be a leader. In fact, every one of us has an impact on someone's life. And we can set a good example and even grow our influence by developing our skills in 7 key areas. On this episode of Destined to Be, we discuss the characteristics of an effective leader, describing how they prioritize learning and focus on developing others. We exp...

It's been a full year since we started recording Destined to Be, and we have learned a lot along the way. We've discovered new things about ourselves and grown both as individuals and as a couple. So, what are our top takeaways from 12 months of podcasting together? What have we learned from the process of showing up every week? And what are our greatest challenges moving forward? On this episode,...

Do your goals for 2021 scare you? If your vision for the new year doesn't make your heart beat faster, you're not dreaming big enough. But how do you push the boundaries of what's possible in your life and start setting Big Hairy Audacious Goals? pisode of Destined to Be, we challenge you to dream bigger, explaining how to break a big dream into smaller goals and why it's helpful to share your vis...

Only 8% of Americans who set New Year's resolutions keep them all year. And a staggering 80% fail by the start of February! Why do so many people struggle to keep their resolutions and find themselves setting the same goals year after year after year? On this episode of Destined to Be, we're making the distinction between a resolution and a SMART goal, explaining why it's useful to think about res...

Are you cursing 2020 because it didn't go the way you wanted? Yes, it sucks to experience loss, hurt or betrayal. But what if those so-called bad things are helping you grow into the person you're truly destined to be? How do you leave behind the mess of the last year and move into 2021 with a new perspective? On this episode of the podcast, we're sharing how we used 2020 to serve us and what we'r...

Last week on Destined to Be, we described how happy couples approach arguments with the intention of finding a solution. But that's easier said than done. When conflict arises in any relationship, emotions are heightened. And it's easy to get caught up in your feelings and lose sight of what matters. So, how do you bring your best self to an argument and work together to solve the problem? On this...

Research shows that happy couples argue about the same things as everyone else. Things like children, money, in-laws and intimacy. What sets them apart is not WHAT they fight about but HOW they approach an argument. So, what do happy couples do differently? On this episode of Destined to Be, we're discussing how happy couples handle conflict in their relationships and why it's better to address an...

Do you want to show up in 2021 as a better version of yourself? What if you could feel less depleted and more fulfilled? Less distracted and more present? What if you could spend more of your time in an optimal state of consciousness—a place where you feel and perform at your best? On this episode of Destined to Be, we're sharing three more strategies for living your best life, challenging you to...

We all want to live our best life. The real question is, are you willing to do what it takes to make that happen? Yes, you want to grow. You also want to be comfortable. But you can't have it both ways! So, what steps can you take stretch beyond what's easy and be a better YOU in 2021? On this episode of Destined to Be, we're sharing our first three strategies for living your best life, describing...

The first step in creating an epic life is visualizing what you want. And we don't mean daydreaming about it from time to time. We're talking about putting together a collection of pictures, videos and music that you revisit every day. A fully immersive experience to help you manifest your big dreams. On this episode of Destined to Be, we're discussing the power of visualization, describing how we...

What do we admire most about each other? What's behind our drive to help other people? What are our BIG dreams for the future? In celebration of the 100th episode of Destined to Be, our dear friend Allison is turning the tables and asking US the questions. She asks who we would want to interview if we could pick anyone in the world (alive or dead) and what we'd like to go back and tell the younger...

Yes, 2020 has been a rolling dumpster fire for a lot of people. But if you want to keep your energy high this holiday season, you have to get intentional about the way you show up and be aware of the vibrations you're sending out into the world. So, what can you do to bring positive energy to holiday events? To get through the season with grace and dignity? On this episode of Destined to Be, we're...

We ALL fall off track from time to time. Your kids wake up early and disrupt your morning routine. The Little Cesar's breadsticks are too good to pass up. Or your partner leaves the cereal bowl on the counter and your anger gets in the way of accomplishing what you had planned. So, what can you do to turn it around fast and get back to honoring the commitments you've made to yourself? On this epis...

Are you feeling anxious this holiday season? Have you taken the time to explore WHY you feel this way? If you're going into family get-togethers with a sense of dread, practicing emotional intelligence (also referred to as emotional quotient or EQ) can help you stay in control when family members criticize your choices and approach difficult conversations from a place of empathy. Brittney Connor-S...

Feel like your relationship is in a rut? Yes, a date night can help spice things up. But if you're unhappy with yourself, a night out with your significant other can't fix that. To grow as a couple, both partners need to look inward and bring the best version of themselves to the relationship. On this episode of Destined to Be, we're discussing how to get out of a relationship rut, explaining what...

More than 50% of American workers would trust a complete stranger over their boss. Heart attack rates are highest on Monday mornings. And more than 2/3 of US employees experience a lack of connection or inspiration in the workplace. So, how do we make our work environments more fulfilling and inspire people to show up as the best version of themselves? What is the secret to building a high-perform...

The holidays are supposed to be joyful. A time when we can slow down and connect with our family and friends. And yet, many of us are anxious about the holiday season. We're stressed about running to multiple events in a single day or being triggered by Aunt Cindy's politics. On this episode of Destined to Be, we're sharing our top 4 tips for navigating family holiday events, challenging you to go...

Are you afraid to take the next step toward your vision for the future? Even the most successful people deal with fear on the daily. So, what separates the successful from the stuck? How do you learn to run toward conflict and face your fears head on? Aaron Opalewski is the Founder and CEO of Spark Talent Acquisition , a staffing and recruiting agency out of Sterling Heights, Michigan. Since he st...

Conflict in relationships is unavoidable. The sign of a good relationship is not the absence of conflict but the ability to resolve disagreements as they come up. So, what can you do to navigate conflict without tearing each other down? How do you cast a vision for a shared future that honors both partners' hopes and dreams? On this episode of Destined to Be, we're sharing 3 more secrets to feelin...

We think that people don't want to be pushed. That they don't want to be called out when they're giving less than their best. But what if most people really DO want to be challenged? How do you coach a community to do MORE than they thought they were capable of—and celebrate each other along the way? Tanci Spencer is the Founder and CEO of Turn Up , a dance fitness platform that helps women evolve...

Satisfying relationships don't happen by chance. Even the most compatible couples have to work at keeping their connection strong. So, what can you do to improve your existing relationships? To feel closer to the people you care about and more fulfilled? On this episode of Destined to Be, we're sharing our first 3 secrets to feeling satisfied in your relationship, challenging you to focus on the t...