PerfectWhelm with Eric Slivoskey: The Podcast That Helps Enhance Your Life

In this short form episode I discuss the three elements of my professional life. I talk about the creation piece, which involves the writing and podcasting content that I design.  I also share about my stand-up comedy work in clubs, at festivals, and at corporate events. I elaborate about my Infotainment programming where I pair a talk/lecture/engaging presentation/workshop on an educational or pe...

First, A Little Bit More About Ben & Jonna: Benjamin Jones -  Retired 6 year professional football player. RB / QB Founder and creator of the LionFactory, personal development company World Traveling Adventurer. Travelled all over the world with his family, 40 + countries, lived in 6 different countries Early crypto adaptor, bought his first bitcoin at $200  Husband, father, leader of men, fol...

A Little Bit More About Today’s Guest: Dr. Julie Merriman is a PhD, licensed counselor, professor, author, and nationally recognized nervous system expert- In fact her work is grounded in a nervous system first framework Julie has 30+ years of experience helping high-achieving women move out of burnout, emotional exhaustion, and disconnection Creator of The Radiance MethodM, a neuro-somatic framew...

In this episode recorded from the town of Lerwick in the Shetland Islands, I start off with a story about our rough 8 hour journey here to the remote Scottish Isles by ferry. To get here, we had to navigate violent seas and strong gales overnight into the heart of the waters of the North Sea. I share about how travel can transport us straight out of our comfort zones in so many ways and it is in t...

In the beginning of Part 2 of my chat with Tom Attig, an author, teacher, speaker, philosopher, and renowned scholar, we continue our discussion on the process of relearning how to live in this life after we've lost someone close to us. We then discuss how the act of loving someone continues on even after the loss of that person.  Tom shares about how spiritual expression and  religious belie...

In the beginning of my chat with Tom Attig, an author, teacher, speaker, philosopher, and renowned scholar… we discuss what influenced Tom to get into studying and researching death, dying, and grief. Tom describes what shaped him as a teacher and philosopher.  We talk about how grieving the loss of a loved one can take our breath away.  We share about the unfortunate reality that grieving is ofte...

To begin the conversation, I chat with Maryia about her passion for adventure and traveling. Maryia has traveled extensively internationally, and she enjoys exploring new places.  We discuss the importance of putting oneself out there and learning new things. The benefits of facing our fears and overcoming our feelings of being self-conscious can really be realized with activities like dance and t...

To begin the conversation, I chat with Maryia about her early life growing up in Belarus and creative influences that impacted her along the way. We then discussed Maryia’s love of dance and how the artistry, movements, and music itself has been the source of joy, mental and physical wellness, personal growth, and many social connections in her life. Specifically, Maryia shares about her experienc...

In this episode of PerfectWhelm Podcast, I discuss five insights that are more real to me now at 55 than they were in my earlier years of life. First, I talk about the significance of seasons in our lives before pivoting into a reflection about the importance of health and wellbeing. The third idea I share is about how our lives can sometimes feel like they are shrinking as we age and then I discu...

In this episode of PerfectWhelm Podcast I talk about how we as a family arrived at a decision to incorporate some solo international trips with each of our children. I discuss the decision our family made to make certain sacrifices while viewing the investments through the lens of family retirement and the lifelong impacts of these adventures.  I share about the core values of empathy, compassion,...

In this episode, I discuss various roles and creative challenges I’ve encountered as a sports coach, writer, stand-up comedian, and personal development coach and the general chronology of my creative process.  I discuss how creative pursuits require persistence and the idea that this kind of work is a numbers game. I talk about important principles for the creator like aiming to be prolific, prod...

In this episode, I talk about how trauma can stem from a single event or a series of events. Trauma can be channeled through adverse childhood experiences is sometimes imposed on individuals and at other times it may be culturally reinforced, learned from our parents and other personal influences in our lives or even inherited. In terms of the inheritance of trauma, I break down the concept of epi...

In this episode, I discuss the concept of ACE’s… which are known as Adverse Childhood Experiences. These are essentially traumatic events that can have negative lasting effects on health and well-being and lead to much higher incidences of mental health issues, substance abuse, cancer, heart disease, and obesity in adulthood. Various types of abuse including emotional, physical, sexual, religious,...

In this weeks episode, I go to the well and share one of my favorite systems for engaging with clients in a group coaching environment. These questions are powerful, open-ended, and help to bring more clarity, discovery, and actionable items onto the table.  The first time I was coached in a group setting with these kinds of questions, I felt so energized, inspired, and overwhelmed…but in a positi...

In part 2 of this discussion, my co-host Isabel Grueneich and I focus in on some ideas and practices that we believe may be helpful for staying anchored during these challenging times of uncertainty in our world, including all of the divisiveness and intense political polarization.  PerfectWhelm Podcast Links & Resources - Schedule a free discovery call with me to learn more about my coaching...

In this conversation, my co-host Isabel Grueneich and I discuss the mess we’re all in. We talk about the contributing factors and realities that reinforce these perilous times including negative newsfeeds, a challenging economic conditions, widespread scams, fast moving news cycles, the influences of social media, and the challenges of living in a divided and polarized society.  We discuss the imp...

In this episode, I share about how my comedy journey got started and the crazy circumstances surrounding my first big stage open mic at the Laugh Factory in Hollywood, California.  I talk openly how comedy has taught me that I can do challenging things in my life. Comedy has brought great joy into my world. It has been  cathartic, and it has offered me the gift of connection with myself and those...

In this episode, my co-host Isabel Grueneich and I continue the second part of our conversation on Toxic Masculinity.   We pick up with our look at how culture, mass media, and established norms impact the way that men interact and show up in their environments, communities, and the larger society. PerfectWhelm Podcast Links & Resources: -Schedule a free discovery call with me to learn more ab...

- In this episode, I’m joined by co-host Isabel Grueneich, a social activist and graduate student in the mental health counseling field. We go beyond the surface and ask the challenging questions about the topic of Toxic Masculinity. - We attempt to define the term, and also dive deep into how culture, mass media, and established norms impact the way that men interact and show up in their environm...

- In this shorter form episode, I discuss the impact of shame on our lives and how we can identify and confront it. - During this conversation, I make distinctions between guilt, shame, and conviction. - I also share about the reality of this life being that many of us will experience shame on the regular. One of the key components to dealing with this obstacle is to focus on the building and deve...

In this episode, I go back to the roots of the podcast which is built on the 4 cornerstones of Information, Instruction, Inspiration, and Implementation and talk about some ideas and concepts that have been more relevant for me this year.  As we move towards the end of another year, I share 10 reflections that are centered on personal growth and development and building a better life that aligns w...

In part 2 of my discussion with Jerald Simon, we discuss key values and the impact of developing a positive and growth oriented mindset.  Jerald also shares more about his books including his recent release “How To Experience More Peace and Positivity in Life”- the 30 Day Challenge. More about Jerald's Work: Jerald Simon is the founder of Music Motivation® and focuses on helping piano student...

In part one of this interview, Jerald and I chat about the ideas of mission and purpose and how it so profoundly impacts us as individuals and others too.  We discuss the importance of challenging ourselves and aiming to be well-rounded by trying various activities like sports, dance, drawing, singing, and reading. We talk about the impact that music has played in Jerald’s life, his interest in sp...

In this special holiday chat and landmark 50th episode of PerfectWhelm Podcast, I talk about the gratitude I have for getting to be a parent in this life. I share 6 parenting ideals/philosophies that Estalita and I have practiced in raising our three children. Some of these will likely come across as being nonconventional or counterintuitive, so that lines up just fine with many of the nontraditio...

In this episode, I discuss the idea of Slow Travel. Slow travel is resisting the urge to do or see everything in a single trip or short window of time. When we learn to travel at a slower pace … it allows for more meaningful experiences and serendipitous moments. Slow travel to me is eating in the local restaurants, shopping in the markets, walking in the non touristy parts of town, striking up co...