The Mindset and Self-Mastery Show

“Confidence demands evidence.” In this episode, Nick speaks with performance coach and author Steve Magness about the intersection of mental health, athletic performance, and personal development. What to listen for: Performance coaching helps individuals navigate mental and physical challenges Trauma can set a brain’s prediction to be hyper-responsive to stress Mental preparation and visualizatio...

“The only easy day was yesterday.” In this episode, Nick speaks with David W. Brown, a former Navy SEAL and author. David shares his journey from being the smallest kid in school to overcoming adversity and becoming a Navy SEAL. What to listen for: Opportunities arise when you least expect them. Overcoming adversity builds character and resilience. Success is a personal definition, not a societal...

“Courage is huge.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Angie Biln, a life coach and social worker, about her journey in empowering women, the importance of intuition, and overcoming limiting beliefs. What to listen for: Angie’s journey as a life coach and social worker spans nearly two decades. Intuition plays a crucial role in decision-making, especially for women. Empowering women involves helping...

“I just allow the feelings to take over, and as long as I sit in it, they tend to subside.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Kam Knight about the complexities of social anxiety, emotional intelligence, and the journey of self-discovery. Kam shares his personal experiences with social anxiety, the impact of his upbringing, and how he navigates emotions in various situations. What to listen for: So...

“We set our own internal limitations.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Cindy Rendon, an attorney who shares her unique approach to law and life through the lens of tarot reading and intuition. Cindy discusses her journey from practicing law to incorporating spiritual practices into her work, emphasizing the importance of boundaries and self-care to combat burnout. What to listen for: Understandi...

“Self-awareness is truth.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Jeristotle Wells, exploring themes of creativity, mathematics, and the constructs of religion. Jeristotle shares his unique perspective on the universe’s mathematical nature, the social constructs surrounding religion, and the mystical energy of creativity. What to listen for: Creativity is seen as a mystical energy that flows through in...

“I feel like me facing that (skydiving), to me, was more symbolic than anything else.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Gresham Harkless Jr. “Gresh” shares his journey from childhood experiences that shaped his entrepreneurial spirit to facing fears through skydiving. The conversation delves into the impact of military life on Gresh’s upbringing, his transition into entrepreneurship, and the less...

“It’s about being able to listen to what’s inside and to give voice to it.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Chad Prevost about his journey of self-discovery and transformation. Chad shares his experiences with self-mastery, the Enneagram, and the importance of surrendering to the flow of life. Chad had a near-death experience that actually brought him closer to life and helped him decide to purs...

“Adversity doesn’t break you. It builds you.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Arias WebsterBerry to explore themes of resilience, personal growth, and the impact of adversity on one’s journey. Arias shares his unique background, including his experience with competitive jump roping and the challenges he faced growing up in a tumultuous environment. The discussion delves into the importance of ch...

“Learn from the L’s and the wins in life—it’s not a one-sided coin.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Mark Ross, a Marine Corps veteran and host of the Speak Your Truth podcast. Mark shares his journey through mental health struggles, including PTSD, suicidal thoughts, and the impact of his military experience. What to listen for: The journey of self-discovery through counseling. The challenges o...

“You cannot pour from an empty jug. Taking care of yourself first is not selfish; it’s survival.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Jimi Okubanjo, who shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming an advocate for BIPOC and women professionals. She discusses the challenges faced in the workplace, particularly regarding gender dynamics and mental health. They discuss the importance of self...

“Negative emotions aren't actually pain; they are your mind asking for help to solve a problem.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Ryan Christensen, a hypnotist and author, about his journey through childhood struggles, mental health challenges, and the impact of autism on his life. Ryan shares his experiences with suicidal thoughts at a young age, his military service, and the eventual diagnosis...

“The experiences that got you here won’t necessarily get you to the next stage. A reset is needed to figure out where to go” In this episode, Nick speaks with executive coach Joy Branch about her journey, the importance of books in her life, and the concept of executive reinvention. Joy discusses her project, The Joy Project, aimed at bridging the gap in leadership and personal development. The co...

“What’s in the brain is in the body, and what’s in the body is in the brain.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Ava Dasya Rasa about how trauma changes the way we interact with the world and how various therapies like EMDR, DBT, Brain Spotting, and even talk therapy can help us process, heal, and move forward with joy. What to listen for: What it means to be trauma-informed How trauma affects us t...

“The journey to change often has to do with identity and untangling ourselves from the labels put on us by others.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Carl King about the intricacies of change management coaching, the challenges of identity, and the journey of self-discovery. Carl shares his experiences living in an RV, the pressures of societal expectations, and the struggles he faced in separatin...

“My darkest moment became a privilege, giving me a near-death perspective without being on a deathbed.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Jeremy George about the transformative power of bucket lists. Jeremy shares his personal journey of overcoming suicidal ideation by pursuing 52 bucket list goals in 52 weeks, emphasizing the importance of confronting mortality, the role of community in achieving...

“There’s no end game or ceiling to self-mastery; it’s a journey” In this episode, Nick speaks with executive coach Aretha Bevin about mindfulness, self-empowerment, and the discipline found in martial arts. They explore the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, the art of teaching, and how personal experiences shape our understanding of resilience and growth. Aretha shares her journe...

“Without downs, the ups wouldn’t be as high.” In this episode, Nick speaks with John Hewitt, a successful entrepreneur and CEO of Loyalty Brands. John shares his unique journey from playing in the World Series of Poker to founding billion-dollar companies. He emphasizes the importance of purpose, giving back, and the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. John discusses the significance of mentorship,...

“Maybe this is all happening because I was meant to carry the mission that they started.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Dan Flores, a fitness and life coach, who shares his personal journey from overcoming health challenges as a child to navigating cultural transitions as an immigrant. Dan discusses the sacrifices his parents made for a better life, his struggles in the construction industry,...

“You’re not cognitively holding onto that unsafety. It’s your body that’s holding the unsafety.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Cecile Tucker about the complexities of trauma, exploring its various forms and impacts on individuals. They discuss the importance of understanding trauma beyond major life events, the daily chaos that can contribute to trauma, and the significance of experiential cou...

“I want other people to feel liberated in their truth and walk in their power just like I have.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Rich Vysion, a recording artist who recently came out as an LGBT rapper. They discuss Rich’s journey of self-discovery, the challenges of coming out, and the importance of community and support. Rich shares how music has been a healing outlet for him, especially in rel...

“On paper, I looked good, but internally I was still all jacked up.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Pauline Jones (PJ) to explore the profound effects of trauma on personal development and healing. They discuss the importance of self-awareness, the impact of generational trauma, and the necessity of understanding how trauma manifests in the body. PJ shares her journey through therapy and altern...

“You have a choice on how you react to what you think is affecting you.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Deborah LeBlanc, a certified clinical hypnotherapist and paranormal investigator. They explore the intersection of hypnotherapy, personal growth, and the paranormal, discussing how external energies and generational trauma can affect mental health. Deborah shares her journey into ghost huntin...

“If something were to happen to me today, would I be happy? Would I be fulfilled living the kind of life that I’m living right now?” In this episode, Nick speaks with Utkarsh Narang to explore the themes of self-mastery, personal development, and the importance of deeper conversations. Utkarsh shares his insights as an executive coach, emphasizing the need for awareness, acceptance, and action in...

“When something happens, and we feel overwhelmed, what do we do?” In this episode, Nick discusses overwhelm and how it relates to trauma. By understanding that overwhelm can occur when multiple things happen all at once, and our nervous system perceives it as a threat. Self-awareness in recognizing and managing overwhelm is highly important, and taking a step back, breathing, and reflecting on the...