Embrace Growth

In this episode of the podcast I welcome back Rachel Pierce, from Syracuse University.  Rachel is about to graduate and work for a local news station in Maryland. We have a conversation about communication and although both of us rely on good communication for a living... It's pretty complex. We discuss our challenges and come up with some ideas you can use to help yourself communicate in thi...

In this episode of the podcast, I speak with  my friend Ray Arata, from Northern California. Ray and I have a conversation about men. Ray speaks of hat it takes to be an ally and shares his story. He also lets you know what he has been up to professionally since 2012 and how he is making changes in the corporate world.  Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderc...

In this episode of the podcast I speak with Anna Fornachon, from Southern Oregon. Anna works with energetic alignment and is a Gendai Reiki Master. We get to hear her story of a journey well traveled and how she learned of the power of crystals. I was fascinated to learn about things I never knew. To learn more https://www.annafornachon.com/  Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email the host, Mike...

In this episode of the podcast, I interview Martin Lassoff from Houston, Texas. Martin has an extremely interesting life story, much that I didn't know and I've known him for over a decade. As he reveals his story, we learn how "It's not the life that matters. It's the courage with which you live it"   Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email the host, Mike Patterson -...

In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with my friend Bobby Bakshi, from L.A. Bobby shares his story of how being a privileged Indian-American had originally had him in shadow around how he wanted to fit in. He opens up and lets you hear the deeper truth. Check it out.  Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www....

In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Mariano Guas from Ocala, FL. Mariano was not born in the U.S. and actually had to flee his homeland. He talks about that loss and tells the rest of his story, as well as what he has learned along the way. Check it out~ Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook...

In this episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with Tye Rhyno from Calgary, AB. Tye shares his story and we can all learn from it. I could say more in the notes, but Tye says it best, so please listen.  The beginning of the show has some audio issues which we solve shortly. Please don't let the poor audio quality keep you from listening to this worth-while conversation.  Contact Embrac...

In this episode of the podcast I interview 3 girls from the Chicagoland area. I wanted to hear from kids, rather than all the perspective of the adults to speak for the kids. It was a lot of fun and the audio quality is not the best since these 3 are sitting in the same room and talking into the mic on a computer at the same time.  Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email the host, Mike Patterson -...

In this episode I do some of my own work, based on something I read this week and had an "Ah-Ha"! moment. Check it out.  Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/ Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace...

This week on the show, I speak with my friend Richard Torres, from Houston, Texas. Richard & I speak about his life and how he has been challenged by wanting to make things perfect. Just the idea of perfect- sets us up to fail, since perfect does not exist. There are a lot of gems that are spoken here to help with your own personal growth work, as well as hearing some fun stories from Richard...

This week on the show I speak with my friend Jamie McKelvie from the UK. Jamie was explaining to me that his shadow is running the show and when he's aware of it he can make different choices to live in mission. If the Jungian idea of "Shadow" is foreign to you, don't be discouraged. We will explain in detail what we are talking about.  There is more information on Shadow in ep...

This week on the show I speak with Dr Alexandra Soloman from Northwestern University. Alexandra is a professor, a therapist and an author- that has her quoted as one of the most trusted voices in the world of relationships.  We have a conversation about this week about dating, the beginning of relationship and all the hurdles that come with it. Gender is still a big issue that has the sexes compli...

In this episode of the podcast- It's just as it sounds... It's a snow day! No, really that is what happened. Just listen~  Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/ Thanks for listening and continue to Embrac...

This week I was able to interview Timothy White from Southern Oregon. Timothy has extensive knowledge about Shaman's and Shamanic journeys throughout the world, he used to own the publication Shaman's Drum. In this episode we discus plant medicine and in particular  ayahuasca and the journey that leads to healing and self inquiry. This topic is new to me and I was able to get a lot of in...

In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with John Welch from Tennessee about EFT or Tapping. EFT, or Emotional Freedom Technique is a practical way to do a simple transformation. I didn't know much about this and so that is why I invited John on the show. It's really simple and a huge takeaway for your personal growth- Check it out...  Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email...

In this episode of the show, I interview Alexa James from NAMI Chicago. Alexa and I have a fascinating conversation about mental illness; the stigma that goes with it & mainly mental health and how you can improve your own mental health and support those around you. Check it out... Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://ww...

Just an episode to tell you what's on my mind and welcome you to 2021 😀 Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/ Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

This week on the show I have a conversation with Shayne Adams, from Chicago. Shayne is a licensed clinical professional councilor and uses whats known as attachment theory with her clients. It's fascinating to think about how what happens when we are babies plays out in our adult life. Check it out as you will gain some more insight into why you do what you do...  Contact Embrace Growth Podca...

This week on the show I speak with Nick Jankel from the U.K. Nick and I discuss what is wrong with leadership and how we can look at a couple of different modes that exist within us to be better leaders. So if you run a company, a charity, a community organization, a local support network, or just lead your own life... it doesn't matter the scale- leadership is the same. Listen as Nick spells...

In this episode of the podcast I speak with a panel consisting of Mike Miller, Heidi Miller and Mariah Callistini. We look at how awkward life can be sometimes and how to embrace that to grow. Lots of humor and awkward moments to hear, Check it out.  Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057...

In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Boysen Hodgson from The Mankind Project USA. We discuss the idea of Embodiment, what it is, how it works, why you might care to know.... And how you can use these ideas & concepts for your own personal growth work. I learned a lot during this episode & hope the same for you.  Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email the host, Mike Pa...

In this episode of the podcast I once again have a conversation with Dr. Phil Lyall from B.C. Canada. We discuss the age old idea of values and where they come from, what's mine- what's yours? It all gets confusing and we try and make sense of it all. By the end of the show you will have an idea of how you can begin to investigate all that you hold important & continue this conversat...

In this episode I speak with longtime friend Salvatore Manzi, from Santa Cruz, CA. We get to talking about how so many people are working from home and how intention needs to be given to how your space is designed for your own well-being. Salvatore, https://www.salvatoremanzi.com/desk-for-success/ offers online classes and consultation  for his work that you can here about here. We had a blast hav...

This is our annual Veteran's Day podcast where we interview a panel of Veterans and discuss issues of personal growth for them. In our Panel this year we feature: Juan Carlos Arango (Air Force) Erik Treese (Army) and Lewis (Marines) as we discuss how they transitioned back to civilian life from the military.  What challenges did they face and how can you support those that are trying to trans...

In this episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with André Bouey from Aurora, IL.  André and I talk about what's wrong with the educational system and some suggestions of how to fill in the gaps that education misses. It's a great listen for the whole family- Check it out.  Contact Embrace Growth Podcast: • Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https:...