Strive to Thrive : The Purposely Positive Podcast

Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by two or more unprovoked seizures. These seizures are caused by sudden, abnormal electrical surges in the brain. While anyone can develop it, it affects millions worldwide. So is there hope for people with this frightening condition? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Amika Michaud are going to discuss “My Brain, My Battle, My Victory:...

As America celebrates 250 years of freedom, I'm reminded that the same principles that built a nation can help us build extraordinary lives. America’s Founding Fathers understood that progress requires vision, courage, and commitment. While the Founding Fathers didn't use the phrase "elevate your edge," this quote from Benjamin Franklin sums it up nicely. "Without continual...

In the Ancient Greek Language there’s a word for Love called Agape. Agape is a deep unconditional love. Christianity speaks about it as God’s unconditional or Agape love for all of us; but what about unconditional love to one another? Is that actually possible? And can you imagine the impact on society as a whole?  So if it is possible, how can we learn to apply it? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsl...

Six Years ago I launched TonyWCoaching and a few months later I started this podcast. I had been an investigator for over 20 year and now I’m loving life helping people to see that their dream life is possible. Back when I first got started, I worked with our next guest and six years later, she’s definitely living a life that seemed a dream back in 2020. Today we’re going to talk to not only a  fo...

Have you ever walked into a room and felt either really good about it, or on the other side, had a feeling that something isn’t quite right? Intuition is the ability to understand, know, or decide something immediately without conscious reasoning. It merges subconscious pattern recognition, past experiences, and instinct into a sudden "inner knowing" or "gut feeling.” We have a grea...

I just celebrated six years in business. It was six years ago that I sat at my kitchen table and pressed the button on my laptop to launch my first website for TonyWCoaching.com. After that, I wrote "Strive to Thrive," my first eBook, where I discuss how you should not be striving, but actually thriving in your life. On today's episode, I go "solo" to discuss it all and giv...

You can’t live in this world for too long with experiencing difficult times. They can be related to our career, our finances, our families, or our health. It can even be situations like rain when are going to an outside event like a ballgame or picnic. No matter what we do to avoid them, they happen. The question is how can we find peace in those not so peaceful moments. On today’s episode, Tony W...

How many books do you think there are related to self-improvement? I’ll bet there are millions, but do they really help? You’ll never move towards a better life without believing and trusting in yourself. The most confident people usually aren’t the ones who were born with unbreakable self-belief. They’re the ones who kept showing up for themselves until the trust became natural. On today’s episod...

How many times have you just felt totally stuck? And have you ever gotten to the point where you don’t know if you can break free? Sometimes being stuck doesn’t happen the way you might think. Have you ever thought that it’s more about your identity than your circumstances. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Tanya Marie Dubé are going to discuss how “You’re not stuck, you’re just loyal to the w...

How many times do you hear the phase, “Just be yourself?” So, what does that truly mean? With me, being yourself means living life on your own terms, regardless of other people’s opinions. Worrying about what others will think is just a waste of time, because you can't control them or their thoughts. When you are truly being yourself, you can finally start living your own life. When you do thi...

When you hear the word “chain” used with reference to chains of addiction, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? For many people, this word likely brings an image of being trapped or imprisoned. When it comes to addiction, many people feel like they are chained to their substance of choice, and unable to break free, especially with highly addictive substances like tobacco. If you or some...

You’ve been told your whole life to “just be your authentic self.” But what happens when your authentic self walks into a room and the energy shifts… in the wrong direction? This is misalignment, and episode is about that quiet heartbreak of not fitting in, even when you’re being completely real. We’re diving into why it hurts, what it means, and whether or not belonging and authenticity can ever...

There’s an old quote that says, "Once you let your past decide how you experience the present, you have destroyed your future." Many of us have had difficult pasts, and some of the things that happened to us can hold us back. But if you want to truly enjoy your life and reach your goals, it’s up to you to let the past go. Learn from it and move forward. That’s exactly what Tony Wechsler...

True life change starts within. It’s really about how you reshape your thoughts, emotions, beliefs, and values first. This is inner work, through self-awareness, healing, and resilience, helps you to creates authentic, lasting transformation in your relationships, career, and daily life. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Jennifer Kate are going to discuss how to “rebuild your life from the ins...

There’s a great quote from Tony Robbins that says “success without fulfillment is the ultimate failure.” High achievers often have packed calendars. They complete endless tasks, but they mistake this activity of going through the motions for progress toward their true, meaningful goals. They are busy doing but not necessarily doing what matters. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Amy Jo Esser a...

Intentional living is the practice of making conscious, deliberate choices that align your daily habits and lifestyle with your core values and long-term goals. Moving towards wellness involves a proactive, holistic approach focusing on small, sustainable lifestyle changes, such as our diet, getting 7-9 hours of sleep, engaging in regular physical activity, and managing stress. On today’s episode,...

There are times in life when we’re just moving on autopilot. Sometimes it helps our productivity, like when we brush our teeth, make coffee, or we get dressed without really thinking about each step. But have you ever made a wrong turn because you’re automatically driving to work or another familiar location, only to have to backtrack your steps? When too much of life happens this way, we miss pre...

There’s been a lot of talk in the Self-Improvement world about the subconscious, or unconscious mind. You read about it in classic books like Think and Grow Rich, all the way up to the latest books, like Atomic Habits. So, what exactly is the subconscious mind and how can we not only understand it, but use it to our advantage? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Claudia Lorant are going to discu...

A scarcity mindset focuses on keeping what you have. In some cases, it’s holding tightly to the little you have, while feeling terrified that it will slip away. Abundance flips the script: it dares you to dream bigger, create more, and generously share the overflow. We all have a choice so why not choose abundance over scarcity. And that’s exactly what Tony Wechsler and Kim Carter are going to dis...

"Duty, Honor, Country" is the sacred motto of the United States Military Academy at West Point. It was adopted in 1898 to represent the essential virtues of a soldier. But what happens when things go wrong, especially under pressure. And can you ever come back from that? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler talks with David Mike. He has an amazing story to tell as we discuss, “A Soldier’s J...

Happy Belated Valentine’s Day. I hope you all enjoyed it, especially those who were able to share it with someone else. If you’re in a relationship, no matter how good it is, there is one thing that must not be ignored. We should never forget the importance of Self-Love. Now I’m not talking about being conceited or narcissism. The relationship you have with yourself is the most important one that...

As we record this episode, we’re a week away from Valentine’s Day. If you’re not in a relationship, it feels more like “Singleness Awareness Day.” Now I know that some of us are OK with being single, and it’s not an issue. But what about those who want to be in that perfect relationship. OK, there are no perfect relationships, but at least an acceptable one, right? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsle...

Once upon a time, in a land far far away…..That’s how most of the stories we grew up listening to start out. But each one of us has a story. It’s a story that we tell ourselves, especially when it comes time to make a change in our life. For my story, I was a successful investigator, but in 2020, I decided to make a change. I changed my story, and here I am hosting this podcast, speaking at events...

Have you ever walked away from a talk thinking, 'Wow, that person was magnetic,' but couldn't quite put your finger on why? Or maybe you've felt stuck trying to copy someone else's speaking style, only to feel inauthentic and flat? The truth is, powerful communication isn't about imitating great speakers—it's about unlocking the unique speaking energy you already carry...

As I record this episode, we’re just starting off the new year. Many of you have great hopes for the 2026, and many of you may have made New Year’s resolutions. Personally, I’m not a fan of them. I prefer to do goal setting, and that’s what this episode will be about. No matter what time of year you’re listening, I know you’ll want to pay attention and do the exercises we discuss. If you’re drivin...