Good Enough Day with Ray

Original Air Date: Aug 9, 2021* In today's episode, I talk about the fear I'm experiencing around making some changes to the podcast. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/feeling-home License code: GFU9QW6KFZMAMAFJ

Original Air Date: Aug 8, 2021* In today's episode, I ask for you to make a pact with me that you will schedule THIS activity. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/feeling-home License code: GFU9QW6KFZMAMAFJ

Original Air Date: Aug 7, 2021* Today, I read an excerpt from the course I'm doing called "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/feeling-home License code: GFU9QW6KFZMAMAFJ

Original Air Date: Aug 6, 2021* Alright, so here are some poems I will be self-publishing very soon. I just thought it would be nice to read y'all a few.  Thanks for listening. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/feeling-home License code: GFU9QW6KFZMAMAFJ

Original Air Date: Aug 5, 2021* Oh man... I recorded and published two podcast episodes this morning all before 7 a.m.  I did my Good Day with Ray episode after publishing my first official episode of Exclusively Single. Now, I'm going to do some yoga or a workout before work.  thanks for being here today.  What does your best look like today? Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbe...

Original Air Date: Aug 4, 2021* It's been super hard to get through my days at work without complaining.  Yesterday I was listening to the Daily Stoic podcast and Ryan Holiday suggested this really cool challenge that I'm going to try. Will you try it with me?

Original Air Date: Aug 3, 2021* In today's episode, we talk about minimalism, organizing and questions to ask yourself before buying things. Link for the Minimalist blog post: https://www.theminimalists.com/q/ Music credit:  Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/feeling-home License code: GFU9QW6KFZMAMAFJ

Original Air Date: Aug 2, 2021* Today's episode is about my new podcast that dropped today called Rise, Grind, Relax.  It should be available on all platforms now.  I share what it felt like to post one of my worst episodes to date.  I'm willing to mess up publicly so you have the courage to mess up privately.  Your first step probably doesn't even require you falling on your face in front of othe...

Original Air Date: Aug 1, 2021* In today's episode, we continue the conversation about Eckhart Tolle's quote, "have you ever noticed you are never wrong?" We explore this idea a little deeper and I reveal something about the other person in this situation that you may or may not know.

Original Air Date: July 31, 2021* In today's episode, I talk about something Eckhart Tolle said that I would argue completely changed my life. Here's the episode in case you want to listen:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3u3v3UEZR9rZobYFbWxMVp?si=WQ4alj5xSJSYNVS-DDe5cA&dl_branch=1 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eckhart-tolle-essential-teachings/id1458654443?i=100052491014...

Original Air Date: July 30, 2021* Today, I share one of my favorite quotes that help me through the hardest of times. “The desire for more positive experience is itself a negative experience. And, paradoxically, the acceptance of one’s negative experience is itself a positive experience. (p.9)” The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson.

Original Air Date: July 29, 2021* Today's episode is short and sweet. I just want you to ask yourself one question today, "What can I do to bring more joy into my day today?"

Original Air Date: July 28, 2021* Recently, I had an episode of not just anger... but rage.. Literally was plotting ways to ruin someone's life.  I know, not my finest hour.  But hey, if people want you to treat them better shouldn't they act better? Personally, I came to my senses and realized that punching people in the face or ruining someone's life wasn't the answer.  All in all, I saw how rev...

Original Air Date: July 25, 2021* Today, I talk about denial versus gratitude and positive thinking. 

Original Air Date: July 24, 2021* Today I was just trying to having a casual conversation about how I want to prioritize my family more.  A spider ended up being my co-host. Good times were had.

Original Air Date: July 23, 2021* Today's episode was inspired by a conversation between Russell Brand and Julia Cameron. Click here for the episode. Julia Cameron is the author of The Artist's Way (book link here.) I have been practicing a style of journaling called the Morning Pages for over 1.5 years now and all of my best ideas have come from dedicating 20-30 minutes to think practice every mo...

Original Air Date: July 22, 2021* This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. So, have you ever started a really good habit and then 3 months later you realized you stopped? On what days do we stop?  When do we go from doing something every day to waking up and realizing we haven't done it in a week or a month or a year?  I wanted to share with you the da...

Original Air Date: July 20, 2021* Today's Wellness Wednesday episode is a little different... instead of spouting facts, I ask you a question.

Original Air Date: July 19, 2021* In today's episode, I share a frustrating situation and how I was trying to stay mindful and aware of my stories that were aiding to my frustration while I was going through it.   

Original Air Date: July 16, 2021* "Your best is going to change from moment to moment; it will be different when you are tired as opposed to well-rested. Under any circumstance, simply do your best, and you will avoid self-judgment, self-abuse, and regret."

Original Air Date: July 18, 2021* Third Agreement: Don't Make Assumptions. "Find the courage to ask questions and express what you really want. Communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoid misunderstandings, sadness, and drama.  With just this one agreement, you can completely transform your life."

Original Air Date: July 16, 2021* "Nothing others do is because of you.  What others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won't be the victim of needless suffering." 

Original Air Date: July 15, 2021* Over the next few days, I will be reading each of the four agreements and chatting about them.  Here's the link for the book on Amazon.  I highly recommend you grab a copy.  https://www.amazon.com/Wisdom-Four-Agreements-Mini-Book/dp/088088990X/ref=sr_1_7?crid=G8GB5NDMV766&dchild=1&keywords=the+four+agreements&qid=1626384502&sprefix=the+four%2Caps%2C232&sr=8-7

Original Air Date: July 14, 2021* Link for book: jameseditor.com Link for New Orleans Meditation Group: https://www.meetup.com/NOLAMeditation Instagram: @jameseditorb

Original Air Date: July 12, 2021* These were a couple of metaphors I feel like I downloaded from the Universe as to why we are asked to make uncomfortable decisions in order to grow.