Strive to Thrive : The Purposely Positive Podcast

There’s a lot of talk about mental health and stress management in the world today. We can have these struggles in both our personal lives and in our businesses. However, have you ever found that sometimes you can carry your business frustrations home with you at night? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Lauren Goldstein are going to discuss “Mental Health for Business,” and share strategies th...

There’s a great quote that says, “A healthy person has a thousand wishes, a sick person only has one.” What would you do if you were diagnosed with a lifelong, chronic illness? How would you live your life? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Aubrey Johnston discuss, “The Healing Power of a Positive Mind." Aubrey has experienced this diagnosis firsthand. No matter where you are in life rega...

We all have busy lives. How many times have you heard, or even repeated the phrase, “I don’t have time.” Let me remind you of something that you have in common with the most successful people in the world. We all have the same 24 hours in a day. So why do some of us find time to do what we need to do and enjoy life, while others struggle. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Sorina Dascal are goi...

There's a lot of talk out there about the importance of being confident. But what exactly is confidence? And why is it essential for success? The dictionary defines it as "a feeling or consciousness of one's power, or of the reliance on one's circumstances." I prefer a more simple definition. "Certainty equals confidence." On today's episode, Tony Wechsler and J...

We all have emotions. Some make us feel good, others do not. According to a recent study, individuals who are more aware of their emotions tend to have higher levels of well-being and life satisfaction. Part of this awareness comes with recognizing and managing our emotional triggers. So how do we deal with these triggers when they arise? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Darina Savova are goi...

There’s an old saying: “Money can’t buy happiness, but it sure helps pay the bills.” But seriously, the way we feel and think about money can not only affect how much we make, but how we live our lives in general. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Sameera Singh going to answer the question, “What is your money personality?” Knowing the answer will help you in all areas of your life and busines...

Have you ever had something on your "TO DO" list that you keep putting off? Maybe it’s something you don’t enjoy, or something you don’t do very well. Perhaps your list is just way too big. If this sounds like you, you’re going to love this episode! Tony Wechsler and Kaela Hargis are going to discuss "Mastering the Art of Delegation." Kaela can be at her website, https://maveri...

Language can have a lasting influence on our thoughts and actions, as well as both our perception and our memory. The poet Emily Dickenson once said, "I know nothing in the world that has as much power as a word. Sometimes I write one, and I look at it, until it begins to shine." On today's episode, we're going to shine things up as Tony Wechsler and Melinda Kitto discuss how &qu...

Healing is defined as “the process of making or becoming sound or healthy again.” Hippocrates once wrote, “Healing is a matter of time, but it is sometimes also a matter of opportunity.” On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Oksana Tsimpoaka are going to take that opportunity to discuss, “The Power to Heal.” Oksana can be reached on FB at https://www.facebook.com/oksana.tsimpoaka Instagram https:/...

Walt Disney once said, “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” When it comes to pursuing our dreams, I’ve always told my clients and friends that, “Life always begins with one step outside of your comfort zone.” On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Ana Maria Grigore are going to discuss, getting “Out of Your Comfort Zone, Into Your Dreams.” This is an amazing episod...

The dictionary defines adversity as "a state or instance of a serious or continued difficulty or misfortune." We all experience times of adversity in our lives, so it’s vital that we learn how to deal with it. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Sheldon Crocker discuss “Overcoming Adversity.” Sheldon tells his story and how overcoming adversity has been a big part of his life and succe...

Sometimes relationships can be hard. This is true for all kinds of relationships, but even more so when it comes to our closest and most personals ones. Being conscious of the other person’s needs, and also staying authentic can be a challenge. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Larissa Sharma are going to discuss “Creating a Conscious and Authentic Relationship.” No matter what kind of relatio...

I have a success formula known as the "3 D formula." The first D is Desire. You have to know what you want. When you feel that desire for what you truly want, it motivates you to want it more. The second D is Decision. Everything starts with a decision. You have to decide that you are going to go for it. The last D is vital to your success, it’s Determination. On this episode, Tony Wechs...

Intuition is defined as “the ability to understand something immediately, without the need for conscious reasoning.” According to the Myers/Briggs personality profile, someone who is strong in sensing lives in the now and enjoys facts. But being Intuitive means you try and find the deeper meaning in things. We all have intuition, and it’s important to learn to trust it. On today’s episode, Tony We...

One of my favorite poets is John Keats. He wrote, “Beauty is truth – truth beauty. That is all ye know on earth and all ye need to know.” Today we are going to tell the truth, and tell it about beauty. The fruit can look beautiful on the outside, but if it’s rotten inside, it’s not beautiful at all. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Juste Zilionyte are going to discuss how "Beauty Starts...

A healthy lifestyle is important for everyone. When we look after our physical health, we feel better too – fitter, more relaxed, and better able to cope with the world around us. But living a healthy lifestyle isn’t always easy. Now what if there was an easier way to change your health? What if it were as easy as “changing your mind.” On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Jessica Vitale are going...

What exactly is Favor? The dictionary defines it as “approval, support, or liking for someone or something.” So what does it mean to have favor in our lives. Simply put, it means everything is going our way. A great way to start your day is to start by saying, “Everything is in my favor.” How can we do that and still keep it real? On today's episode, Tony Wechsler and Jenna Brocious are going...

Everyone is looking for success. We want success in our lives, our careers, our businesses, our health, and our relationships. But have you ever found it difficult to achieve that success? Sometimes things just seem to get in our way and stop the flow success in our life. According to the dictionary, an obstruction which makes movement or flow difficult or impossible is known as a blockage. On tod...

How many of you have heard of Emotional Intelligence? We deal a lot with self-development on this podcast, because what better way to spread positive content than to help people to become the best they can be. Part of becoming that better you involves learning how to deal with the emotions of both ourselves and others. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Julia Grey are going to answer the questi...

Since this is the Purposely Positive Podcast, we are all about living life ON purpose, and FOR a purpose, but we’ve never had a full episode dedicated to it. I know that’s hard to believe, but today, we’re finally going to discuss "Creating opportunities to find your purpose." On today's episode, Tony Wechsler and Dragana Ognenovska give practical tips and reasons why creating these opportunities...

When your computer freezes up or isn’t working right, that’s when you hit the reset button, and that usually gets things working again. But what about in your life? Are you feeling stuck and feeling like you’re not sure where you’re going, or what to do when you get there? Maybe you’re just not as enthusiastic about your work, or your life in general. It could be time for you to hit that reset but...

Have you ever felt like all you do is work? Studies show that more than 60 percent feel like their work-life balance is out of control. So how do you balance the scales on your work and life, especially with so much work happening at home? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Jen Schwytzer are going to discuss this topic and help you to find that perfect balance.  Jen can be reached at her w...

Most people would tell you that they want to be a success in life. But does age make a difference? Ray Croc first bought McDonalds at age 52, and Col Sanders was well into his 60s when he started KFC. Oprah Winfrey became a millionaire at 32, and Mark Zuckerberg became a millionaire at 23. There’s one common thread, each age poses it’s own set of challenges, but they should never be used as an exc...

What does it mean to be authentic? Webster’s Dictionary defines it as "being true to one's own personality, spirit, or character." Simply put, to be real. Today, we have the opportunity to be more connected with the world than we ever have before. But in today’s world of Social Media, so many people are online pretending to be someone who they are not. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Farah A...

Do you have clutter in your life? Confession time! How many of you have watched the TV Show, Hoarders? If you’re like me, you watch just so you can say, “hey, my house doesn’t look so bad.” But clutter in any part of our life can sometimes get in the way of reaching our full potential. On today’s episode Tony Wechsler and Martina Jay discuss “Decluttering Your Life.” In this interview, you'll lear...