Positive Impact with Andrew Schultz

REMINDER, I AM NOT A DOCTOR! Please consult your physician. I highly recommend getting your blood work done to better understand your baseline for all important markers before implementing an optimal supplement strategy that best supports your diet and lifestyle.  Here are my supplements that I take every day: Elite Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, & Soy-Free Whey Protein Concentrate With 2 Grams...

"I don't get older, I level up. This is absolutely my plan. It's a long term lifestyle mindset that starts from the time I wake up to when my head hits the pillow. Am I eating healthy foods? Am I exercising and moving my body? Do I take quality supplements? Can I manage stress? Do I get quality sleep? Am I spiritually fit? I'm not perfect and there are days I'm only getting 3 out of 6, but that's...

"What is a Dad? A dad is someone who wants to catch you before you fall but instead picks you up, brushes you off, and lets you try again. A dad is someone who wants to keep you from making mistakes but instead lets you find your own way, even though his heart breaks in silence when you get hurt. A dad is someone who holds you when you cry, scolds you when you break the rules, shines with pride wh...

"I'm in alignment with my soul assignment." -Lauren Jamison Lauren Jamison is definitely in alignment with her soul assignment and her positive impact is being felt by people and communities everywhere....Inspired by the legendary rock-star, Joe Walsh, of The Eagles, Lauren got sober on July 16, 2019 and is turning her mess into her message, and her test into her testimony.  In this episode w...

The quality of our life is directly proportional to the quality of our breath....Meaning how we breathe is literally how live.  Grab your pen and get ready to take lots of notes. So much knowledge and wisdom! In this episode, Tyler & I discuss: How changing the way we breathe physiologically changes how we feel Dichotomy of cold water exposure and warm therapy  How to activate both s...

In honor of Global Meditation Day, we bring you the eloquent and loving words of one of the world's leading spiritual teachers. I was so inspired and moved by Dr. Beckwith's meditation he led yesterday for global meditation day, I decided to share it with all of you. If you don't't already have a consistent daily mediation practice this is the perfect time to start. The scientific benefits of medi...

"Meditation is like a gym in which you develop the powerful mental muscles of calm and insight." -Ajahn Brahm The easiest way to calm your nervous system is through conscious breathing. We inhale what we want more of - Love, Compassion, Joy, and Peace. We exhale what we want to let go of - stress, fear, negativity, and despair.     I know what you're going to say, "Andrew, I can't m...

Most people spend the majority of their time and energy worrying, filled with fear and anxiety, and stressed out over things out of their control....Yet there are so many things we can celebrate every day and this episode is an opportunity to shift the focus....Small hinges swing bog doors. Two intentions with this episode; Show people in early recovery what's possible when doing the work Shine li...

I ask myself this question all day, every day.  True freedom is contingent upon me taking contrary action - and doing things I don't want to do - including having uncomfortable conversations...So you can imagine my response when she asks, "So, do you want to talk." Instead of answering, "I'd rather stick a fork in my eye," deep down I actually did want to talk....And four hours later we knew...

In this episode, Andrew cries and laughs, as he takes more of your amazing questions including: What has been your toughest life challenge? What is the happiest day of your life? How are you handling covid-19? What is your favorite netflix binge? If you could have dinner with 4 friends from anytime in the history of the world, who and why? How many times/wk should I practice yoga to obtain benefit...

In this episode, Andrew opens up and answers your questions including: How do you stay positive and productive every day? Where do you travel to most often? Do you have a girlfriend? What do you do? What is one thing people don't know about you? What are you most proud of? What brings you the most joy? Thank you to everyone who took the time and submitted questions. Due to the high amount of quest...

Now, more than ever, we need a morning routine that creates positive momentum and sets us up for success the rest of the day....A daily spiritual practice and mindfulness tools which help us vibrate high and shine bright.  In this episode, Andrew shares his morning routine which includes;  1. Meditation - part of the 2-way conversation with God, listening, and tapping into the voice of i...

That Was Hell For Me - This is Nothing! Five years ago, I was hole-up in my apartment taking sleeping pills for days at a time - Not wanting to kill myself - Yet not wanting to feel the way I was feeling. The drugs and alcohol stopped working. I lost hope, faith, self worth, the will to live, every important relationship, and all my money and material possessions. It was the worst feeling, my rock...

"They may have been few in number, but they offer sufficient proof that everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms - to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one's own way." -Viktor Frankl During World War 2, over 60 million people died worldwide. Our grandparents and great-grandparents were called away to serve our country and ris...

The stressors of day-to-day living can be brutally overwhelming. Left unmanaged, stress will slowly build upon itself until we find ourselves spiraling out of control: back-to-back meetings, deadlines, difficult coworkers, irrational bosses, arguments with spouses or loved ones, crying babies, colds, flus, and now the corona virus. We wake up, churn and burn through the day, pass out, and repeat....

Everyone operates with some kind of understanding of what's right or wrong, good or bad, scary or safe. But not many people ask themselves why they think this way or do what they do.  In this episode, Andrew shares one of his "Go-To" personal development exercises that he does with all of his coaching clients.  What are values? Your values are an internal representation (a picture, feeli...

Life can be difficult to maneuver at times with its ups and downs, twists and turns. Learning how to be the calm in the center of the storm will help you to navigate these turbulent periods.  Stress can be defined as how we respond when our needs are not being met. And, if you're like me, you likely find yourself swept away by your emotions when there is an accumulation of stress. Hovering ju...

In today’s episode I talked with spiritual badass, Tris Thorp, who is a powerhouse speaker, best-selling author and incredibly successful coach. Loneliness and depression has become an everyday epidemic with the current suicide rate being at a 30-year high. The average human life span has decreased dramatically in 2 of the last 4 years, which is the lowest downward spiral since World War 1. In tod...

"These open, clear connections equate to active energy flow through all the layers of our being, which creates a spiritually connected, mentally stimulated, emotionally centered, vibrant life." -Tris Thorp  Inspired by the article from my dear friend and spiritual bad-ass, Tris Thorp, this episode highlights the importance of integrating all 4 bodies: Spiritual, Mental, Emotional, and Physica...

The highs and positive momentum created at my "Disconnect to Reconnect" workshop, to the lows of grieving my nephew and godson's would-be 18th birthday celebration, Andrew shares important lessons he learned through it all. Life is always in session and none of us are immune to challenges.  Yet it's important to say "Ouch, I hurt" when we are struggling and reach out to others.....Versus stuf...

In this episode, Andrew shares his WOY for 2020 and teaches you how to choose your own WOY for 2020. 

Too often we focus on things we don't do well - areas of our life we think we fall short - rather than focusing on things we did do well and celebrating all our "wins" in life. Even areas we fall short, as long as we learned a lesson and grew from the experience, that's a celebration! In this episode, Andrew shares his biggest celebrations for 2019. My invitation to you - After listening - Please...

Dr. Hadar Sophia ( socaldetoxdoc.com @ dr.hadarsophia ) is an absolute BADASS! She finished the Ironman in October 2019 (Ironman is 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, AND a full 26.2 mile marathon all within 17 hours to complete), which is arguably one of the most grueling sporting events in the world.  As you might guess, a lot of energy and mental and physical strength are needed. She was able t...

This is the story of my Dad getting sober on Christmas morning, 2009, and all events that transpired to make it happen.....Divine Intervention! If you or someone you know is struggling, please share with them. This is a story of hope, faith, courage, and love of family and friends.  

Inspired by Tamara Lechner's article "How to reduce stress through positive thinking: 5 methods", I wanted to share some practical tools to help you thrive, not just survive, especially during the holiday season.  First off, let's talk about what positive thinking is and is NOT: NOT about being happy all the time NOT about avoiding negative emotions NOT about  ensuring nothing bad ever h...