Engineering Emotions and Energy with Justin Wenck, Ph.D.

Ready for a little mind magic? Prepare to deconstruct your conventional notions about wealth and learn the surprising truth of what it means to be rich. Unearth your deeply ingrained perceptions about wealth and abundance, shaped by your upbringing and society, and discover how discipline and effort can unleash true richness in life. Challenge your beliefs about power, money, and relationships and...

Ever find yourself in a loop, pursuing a long-term relationship without leaving some breathing room for self-discovery and self-enjoyment? Join me as I take you down memory lane, revisiting an insightful episode from three years ago where I discussed creating space, not just in relationships but in life itself. This classic episode, aptly titled " Creating Space in Your Life ," resonates...

Change is in the air! Ditch the usual and join me, Justin Wenck, Ph. D., for a thrilling trip down this podcast's memory lane. With the holiday hustle and bustle approaching, I'm taking a detour from the norm, presenting you with a 'best of' episode, a flashback to a timeless gem from our archives.  This is a treat from me to you, before the holiday season kicks in, ensuring yo...

Are you ready to see the world in a whole new light? We promise that after tuning into this episode, you'll never consider your view of the world in the same way. We venture into the captivating domain of filters , exploring how they determine our perception of the world around us. With a gripping account of witnessing a solar eclipse through special glasses - we shed light on how, by simply...

Did you know your attention is the most valuable possession you own and it's constantly under siege? Everyone is vying for a slice of that precious resource. As the gatekeeper of this treasure, you have the power to reclaim control and channel it for your benefit, and I'm here to show you how. Buckle up as we explore the significance of attention, its power, and how to master its control...

Ever considered how your perspective can influence your self-image, your relationship with money, and even your day-to-day life decisions? Prepare for a journey of insight as we unpack the transformative power of perspective, using my personal experiences as a roadmap. This episode unravels how a simple shift of viewpoint can open avenues for self-improvement and provide a profound understanding o...

Can happiness breed success and not the other way around? Yes, you heard right. We’re flipping the script on the age-old belief that success begets happiness, and we’ll show you why happiness is not only an obligation to yourself but to those around you . In this animated discussion, we debunk the myth of happiness following success, rather than focusing on how our emotional state influences those...

Picture this: you're strapped in, ready to embark on an intriguing exploration into the human experience and our incessant search for escape. Our roadmap? Two classics of the silver screen, 'Half Baked' and 'Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas,' serve as our guides to delve into the idea of escapism, the transformation into a 'beast' to diminish human suffering, and t...

Are you equipped with the grit and resilience of a sea turtle? Get ready to challenge your beliefs as we journey through an exploration of parental relationships and their impact on our lives. This episode focuses on the perspective sea turtles give us on independence and the significance of finding alternative sources of support, be it friends, coaches, or therapists. We question the expectations...

Ever feel tethered to your current life by a cycle of constant wanting? You're not alone, and the truth is, that cycle could be keeping you from your ideal life. This episode is dedicated to helping you break free and transition from wanting to having. We're taking a deep dive into why the strategies that got you to your current life aren't the key to unlocking your ideal life . Plu...

Have you ever wondered how successful people initiate and create success in their lives? Well, in our latest episode, we're joined by soul alignment activator, mentor, speaker, podcaster, and author, Keri Lynn Norley, " The Wealth Alchemist " who reveals her journey of stepping into the world of paid professional speaking. The conversation uncovers the emotional rollercoaster she ex...

Life is an extraordinary journey of learning and growth, sometimes marred by judgments we've been carrying since childhood. Join me as I revisit my own past and discover the impact those early judgments have had on my life. As we journey through boxes of childhood memorabilia, we'll uncover trials of the past and learn how to embrace change, navigate judgments, and move towards a more fu...

Ever thought about how the world mirrors your existence? This episode unpacks this profound concept as I share my unique journey in Tulum, Mexico. I've explored the sprawling underwater freshwater cave system of cenotes to encounter bats above, and hydrogen sulfide gas below, and came face to face during my dive with one of the most powerful feminine forces there is Barbie. I've also wea...

Hint: It's Not What You Think While I was in Lake Atitlan Guatemala I had the lesson reinforced that literally anything we want in life is possible and that it really only takes two simple things. The lake is surrounded by many small and modest villages along with some of the most spectacular resorts and villas that can rival anywhere in the world. That might not sound so special until you he...

Have you been wanting something for a long time, but you just haven't gotten it? In this episode, I talk about how continuing to want something prevents you from actually having what you want. This can seem counterintuitive. How can I stop wanting something if I don't have it? I like to call this the Amazon Prime way of living, where you only click the order button once, and then (at lea...

Could you leave behind what you cherish most in your life right now? Even if it meant you could replace it with anything you wanted? For the past few days I've been staying near the base camp of Chirripó mountain, the highest peak in Costa Rica. I've had a chance to stay with and meet many Americans who have moved to this beautiful region of the world to experience the peace and natural...

What if you could Choose Your Challenges? Would you choose the ones you currently have, or would you make a different choice? I'll show you how it's worked for my travels, but this also works for all aspects of life and I'll explain it more in-depth in the podcast which is recorded right next to the Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica. 48 Hours before I was in Northern California, and gett...

Is it okay to want anything you want? I mean ANYTHING.  There's a trending topic going around the inter-webs of a text message Jonah Hill sends to a girlfriend at the time making some big demands. The consensus tends to be that Jonah is being a giant A$$ Hole and has no right to ask for what he's asking.  He 100% has every right to ask for what asked for. Now before you start bashing me…...

Do you get frustrated by poor communication, disagreements, and unreliable behavior when dealing with people in your work and personal life? It's super common, yet how do you think CEOs for large corporations feel in the same situations? If you've ever seen the show "Undercover Boss" where CEOs go undercover as entry-level employees in their own business, you can find out. They...

Over 200,000 layoffs in tech in 2023 so far, and 80,000 cuts in the USA in May alone. Continued talk of recession and a possible housing bubble about to burst or bubble more, the world seems more and more uncertain. How can you create certainty in your career let alone any part of your life in this environment?   In this episode, I reveal the 5 Activities You're Likely doing to create that ce...

My Amazon bestselling book "Engineered to Love: Going Beyond Success to Fulfillment Using Practical Tools to Relax, Recharge, and Reconnect" launched Friday, May 5th, 2023 at 5 PM PST. Already it has eight 5-star reviews, and already I had to order more copies because I sold out of the copies I had on hand. What's all this about, and what can it do for you? On this special episode o...

Quirky question for you: Do You Gotta Get Down to Get Up? Wait a minute…isn’t that, “Gotta get up to get down ?” While that’s the common phrase about making fun times happen at a party or the club, it can also be used in a more general sense that you have to be taking action to get what you want in life. That’s how we’ve been taught to live our lives, but getting up to get down is actually #backwa...

I've got some exciting news for you! My book, "Engineered to Love" is Now Available! It's the book for breaking free from fear, obligation, and guilt, to live a life of joy, ease, and love. I’d like to personally invite you to my Global Online Book Launch Event on Friday May 5th at 5pm PST where I hope you’ll join me as I share the book with the world. Join it live or recorded...

I’m super excited to reveal the launch date for my first ever solo book “Engineered to Love: Going Beyond Success to Fulfillment Using Practical Tools to Relax, Recharge, and Reconnect,” is launching Friday May 5th @ 5PM. That makes this a 555 Timer event to be remembered for the ages.   It will be an International Best Seller! I'm currently planning the launch party, online event, and bonuse...

What is Love? In an increasingly virtual and digital world, how do we make heart felt and fun connections IRL (In Real Life)? We discuss this and more with the amazing  and talented Allison Goldberg in this episode.  Allison is a creator whose work has been covered by Good Morning America, NPR, The LA Times, and more. She is a graduate of Yale University. Most recently, Allison worked with Scooter...