Open Your Eyes with McKay Christensen

What do you do when something does not go as planned? What’s the way forward? McKay provides the simple answer to this - pivot to what’s next. So many people get frustrated when things go wrong and forget that, as McKay demonstrates today, asking and doing what’s next is the path of happiness.   He starts the episode with the story of Karen McWatters who lost her leg and a close friend in the...

This week, McKay explores the power of positive affect with listeners. In recent times, unfortunately, there seems to be a lot of negativity and criticism, and seeing this, McKay today brings to us ways to create a positive affect in our lives and demonstrates why this is of utmost importance.   The movie Field of Dreams was born out of the positive affect of Kevin Costner - it was his influe...

Today, McKay brings to us an important topic - starting your impossible. Recognizing that we all have to face what appears to be the absolutely unachievable from time to time, McKay shares with listeners, using real world examples, how to start and keep doing the impossible.   He begins the episode describing the accomplishments of the Wright brothers, who, through the challenges associated w...

This week, McKay discusses the role of luck in your life and how you can become lucky. Recognizing that there are, indeed, qualities that lucky people possess, McKay shares his wisdom with real-life examples on how to become lucky people.   McKay opens up the show with a story about his great-great-great-grandmother, Maren Peterson, who, in spite of being told her daughter, Anna Christina, wa...

Are you waiting for the best time of your life? McKay is here to tell you that NOW is that time and all you have to do is seize the moment. Turn this hour into your finest hour and watch that make all the difference.   Today, McKay opens the episode with a story of Winston Churchill, who against all odds refused to give in to the battle with Hitler, resulting in his finest hour, and goes on t...

What does it mean to be twice-born? Today, McKay talks about the key characteristic that successful parents and leaders possess - they are twice-born, and when they try a second time, they’re more successful because the second time around is an empowering one.   The episode opens with McKay narrating the story of New Orleans when the city was overwhelmed by Hurricane Katrina which ravaged the...

Today, McKay brings to you another important subject — personal power. He highlights the importance of finding your personal power for an enriched life, the benefits of determination, and how learning and improving your skills can boost your personal power. As he notes, “You have the power to make your life a glorious life”, and today’s episode provides further guidance in reaching this noble goal...

This week, McKay delves into the concept of following the right impressions and the impact that can have on our lives. How do you tell right impressions from wrong ones? How do you get into the habit of following the right impressions? McKay answers these questions and more in today’s episode.   He begins by narrating the near-death accident that his family was involved in a few years ago in...

What does it mean to be inspired? Why does it matter to be inspired? If you’re looking for answers to these questions, you’ve definitely come to the right place. In today’s episode, McKay not only offers his responses to them, but, along the way, he also teaches us the characteristics of an inspired person, and how to grow into someone who lives an inspired life, in order to achieve your purpose....

From time to time, we all get to the point of utter discouragement, and the idea of giving up may arise. In response to that, today’s episode is all about the power of trying despite being faced with challenges, of persevering, and of having patience to maintain your pursuit of your goals. Listen in today as McKay teaches us all that we should always continue to try - no matter what.   This episod...

This week, McKay discusses the power of action as a reinforcer of our goals. Recognizing that we all, at some point, give in to pressure and refuse to act, he takes us on a journey on the dangers of inaction and the benefits that come with starting - and starting immediately. This episode drives this message home as McKay starts off with the tragic story of the 1986 NASA launch crash that occurred...

Do you ever wonder why some people know exactly where they’re headed and are willing to take calculated risks? Why, no matter what they face, they are determined and have clear-headed goals? They have the power of positive reframing. In this episode, McKay gives insights to what positive reframing is about, beginning with the story of the scientist, Galileo, and how he was able to reframe his mind...

This week, McKay explains the science behind priming and shielding. Priming and shielding affect our behavior which, in turn, influences our goals. McKay discusses how to use priming and shielding to our advantage and to achieve our purpose. McKay opens the episode with the story of George Danzig and how he was primed into facing challenges. He explains what priming is and how we subconsciously pr...

This week, McKay delves into the topic of confidence – something about which he is often asked to speak. Recognizing that so many people suffer from not having confidence either in the moment or throughout their lives, McKay, supported by examples taken from real life, shares his wisdom and advice on ways to both create and keep confidence.   In addition to his trademark illustrative stories,...

This week, McKay shares the most powerful trait you can possess in life that will allow you to genuinely change, lead, and influence others. Altering your view of your position compared to others, finding humility, and practicing servant leadership can have a drastic impact not only on your own life, but on the lives of others around you. Today, McKay demonstrates why this is true, and how it can...

If you’ve ever set a goal, but life, circumstances, or even your own self-doubt got in the way and it just slowly disappeared, you are certainly not alone. That is precisely why today’s episode is all about determining your true identity, working toward living that truth, and crossing the finish line that will get you there. Listen in as McKay shares the steps and strategies that will help you let...

We all get discouraged or are unclear about our goals or destination, and, as a result, we live in the murky middle. This week, McKay shares the powerful and instructive stories of some amazing women, explores the path to any worthwhile goal, and explains what the murky middle is, what leads to it, and how to stay out of it. He concludes by revealing the one characteristic that he knows will make...

Call it perseverance, stick-to-it-iveness, guts or grit. When we learn to stay in the game, we can find greatness. But staying in the game takes specific skills. Learn with McKay as he shares those skills and how you can create a character and habit of perseverance.   Throughout the episode, our host looks at fostering greatness, finding lessons in the stories of others, highlighting the gift of p...

Inspired by the story of Beck Weathers, a Dallas pathologist whose harrowing experience on Mount Everest led to profound change, McKay explores the transformative power of resilience, reflection, and personal growth in today’s episode. He interweaves Beck's gripping journey with inspiring tales and scriptural insights, emphasizing themes of obsession, identity, and the importance of taking a “half...

McKay unveils the powerful theme of tuning into our authentic inner voice amidst the multitude of life's decisions and challenges in this latest installment of the Open Your Eyes podcast. Highlighting a variety of narratives involving such figures as Vincent van Gogh, Oprah, and Moses, the episode underscores the significance of listening to the voices that truly guide and shape our destinies. Del...

McKay examines the transformative power of words and how they forge our identities and destinies in today’s episode. Exploring the significance of the labels we adopt and the profound effect words have on our perception and actions, our host invites listeners to reconsider their self-perceptions and strive for excellence. Expanding on this theme, McKay shares captivating stories, such as a rancher...

What you can’t see, you can’t be. That’s why we all need a clear vision of who we are and what we can become. On ‘Open Your Eyes’, you are invited to join author and business leader McKay Christensen, PhD, to discover the steps to lasting change on your path to personal and business growth. From personal improvement to team leadership, get the insights and tools you need to open your eyes to a hap...

What you can’t see, you can’t be. That’s why we all need a clear vision of who we are and what we can become. On Open Your Eyes join author and business leader McKay Christensen to discover the steps to lasting change on your path to personal and business growth. From personal improvement to team leadership, get the insights and tools you need to open your eyes to a happier life.