The Risen Fallen Podcast

In this episode, I’m joined by Frank Talaber, a Canadian published author known for genre-blending novels that explore fantasy, mystery, spirituality, and the human condition. Frank is the author of more than fifteen books. His work focuses on character-driven storytelling and imaginative world-building that goes beyond traditional genre boundaries. Frank currently lives in British Columbia and co...

Most people don’t need new resolutions — they need realignment.   In this episode, I talk about why starting over every January doesn’t work, and how real progress comes from staying anchored to the intentions and standards you’ve already chosen.   This conversation is about alignment over reinvention, consistency over motivation, and learning how to return faster after setbacks instead of quittin...

JT is BACK!   He has experience in Corrections, Firefighting, and Coaching in Canada, and has a remarkable story involving a hostage situation, and has a great way of communicating how to overcome traumatic events. He is a true inspiration and helps many people make steps towards the life they want to live on a daily basis.   His IG: @JT_From_KTown   If you liked the show, help it grow!   Leave a...

In this episode of The Risen Fallen Podcast, I sit down with author and mental performance coach Mikail Maillet, the mind behind the book Your Mind or Your Life. We dive deep into the hidden battles happening in your head every single day — the thoughts that sabotage you, the patterns that keep you stuck, and how to finally take ownership of the direction your life is heading.   If you liked the s...

Bullshit conversations aren’t a waste of time — they’re a reset.   In this episode of the Risen Fallen Podcast, I talk about why joking around, small talk, and meaningless conversations actually play a critical role in mental health, stress relief, and human connection. Whether it’s banter after a hard workout, laughing with coworkers, chatting with strangers, or messing around with your partner,...

In this episode of the Risen Fallen Podcast, I explore a powerful idea: the most important jobs in life are not meant to be finished — they’re meant to be DONE - regularly.   Your fitness, spending habits, mental health routines, discipline, cleanliness, relationships, even self-care… none of these are “one-and-done” tasks. They are ongoing practices. And the moment we stop doing them, the results...

Today I’m joined by Deven Kennedy, a former police officer from Canada’s East Coast and the founder of Resilience Through Fitness — a movement dedicated to helping first responders build strength, resilience, and real community through fitness, mindset, and human connection. Deven breaks down: 🔥 The major event he’s training for right now 🤝 The first responders and communities he’s dedicating hi...

This week on the Risen & Fallen Podcast, I sit down with Bill Goodwin, founder of Priority Living Consulting Group and author of Priority Living: Seven Pillars to Make Your Life Count. Bill shares the incredible story of the day he went into respiratory failure, died, and came back with a transformed understanding of purpose, leadership, and intentional living. We dive into: • What Bill learne...

In this episode of The Risen Fallen Podcast, I sit down with author and mental performance coach Mikail Maillet, the mind behind the book Your Mind or Your Life. We dive deep into the hidden battles happening in your head every single day — the thoughts that sabotage you, the patterns that keep you stuck, and how to finally take ownership of the direction your life is heading. Mikail breaks down t...

In this episode of the Risen Fallen Podcast, I reflect on two powerful life lessons: 🧠 Why holding onto pain—whether it’s a damaged thumbnail or emotional baggage—only prolongs suffering. 🤝 And why the most rewarding business (and life) wins come from empowering others, not hogging the spotlight. You’ll hear how a simple injury became a metaphor for healing and how shifting from ego to assists t...

Discipline isn’t supposed to be punishment. It’s supposed to be peace. In this episode, I break down how discipline evolves from something you force into something you actually love — and why learning to enjoy the process is the key to lasting motivation and real freedom. 🔹 The Risen Fallen Podcast | Hosted by Mark Henriksen 🔹 Follow @RisenFallen on all platforms #Discipline #Motivation #SelfDev...

Confidence isn’t built by motivation — it’s built by self-trust. In this episode, I talk about the one rule that builds unshakable confidence: Do what you say you’ll do.   You’ll learn how to rebuild trust with yourself through small promises, consistent actions, and honest accountability. If you’ve been feeling stuck, inconsistent, or like your word doesn’t carry weight — this one’s for you.   If...

Healing isn’t pretty — it’s painful, slow, and often looks worse before it looks better. In this episode, I talk about the ugly middle of growth — from addiction recovery and injury rehab to breaking bad habits and rebuilding discipline.   I’ve learned that pain isn’t punishment; it’s part of progress. Healing might not look good or feel good, but it’s proof that you’re moving in the right directi...

In this episode of the Risen Fallen Podcast, I dive into a truth that most people overlook—you already have momentum. You’re not starting from scratch. You’ve been building habits, routines, and thought patterns that are shaping your identity every single day.   The question is: Are they taking you where you want to go?   If you’ve been skipping workouts, breaking promises to yourself, or numbing...

Every week there’s a new “toxin” to avoid — flooring, plastics, deodorant, shampoo, “toxic people,” you name it. But here’s the truth: the most dangerous toxin in your life might not be what’s in your environment, but what’s in your mind.   In this episode of the Risen Fallen Podcast, I share how our obsession with avoiding every chemical, trait, or situation labeled as “toxic” can actually drive...

In this episode of The Risen Fallen Podcast, I dive into the idea of aggressive patience—the discipline of staying intentional and proactive while waiting for things you can’t rush. Whether it’s an injury healing, paint drying on the jobsite, or a season of life that just feels slow, high-energy people like us often confuse being busy with actually moving forward.   I’ll break down why patience do...

After smashing my thumb on a job site, I was forced to stop, slow down, and listen. Not just to my body—but to the deeper message behind the pain. In this episode, I open up about the accident, what it taught me about mindfulness, presence, and how often we rush through life ignoring the signs that something needs to change.   This isn’t just about getting injured—this is about how life, God, or t...

In this episode of the Risen Fallen Podcast, I break down why timing matters when it comes to giving advice. Using real examples—like how it’s pointless to teach someone a break fall right after they’ve broken their leg—I share why sometimes people need healing and support before instruction.   I also react to people’s response to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and explore the deeper lesson: b...

In this episode of the Risen Fallen Podcast, I unpack a lesson that changed my mindset: you can’t get mad at what you choose.   Whether it’s dragging yourself to the gym after work, being frustrated with your job, or even resenting the relationships you’re in—most of the things we get upset about are actually choices we made.   I share how I went from just repeating this phrase to actually believi...

On this episode of the Risen Fallen Podcast, I talk about why our first thought when we’re upset is usually our biggest crutch — the coping mechanism that keeps us stuck in the same cycle.   The truth is, you can’t control what happens to you, but you can control how you respond. That’s why doing the opposite of your first thought is so powerful. I also share how adopting the mindset of “all you c...

In today’s episode of The Risen Fallen Podcast, I talk about how we all steal our own alone time without even realizing it. Think about it—we used to have moments in the shower, on the bus, walking through the store, even just taking a dump, where we’d actually sit with our thoughts. Now, we fill every second with noise—scrolling on our phones, blasting music, podcasts, or audiobooks.   And becaus...

Struggling to stay consistent? In this episode of Risen Fallen, we break down why consistency beats intensity in every area of life—from fitness and work to mental health and personal growth.   Using this late-summer “reset season” as the perfect backdrop, we talk about how to reframe setbacks into lessons, build better habits, and create real long-term change.   We’ll also dive into the hidden da...

Kijuan Amey is an Air Force veteran, motivational speaker, drummer, and truly and inspiration to all. He is the author of the book “Don’t Focus on Why Me” and has a podcast releasing later this month on Aug 27, 2025.   To find his social media links, and a link to get his book, visit his website: ameymotivation.com   If you liked the show, help it grow!   Leave a review and rate 5 stars on Apple P...

Why do some people use trauma as fuel—and others use it as an excuse?   In this powerful self-development episode, we explore how your perspective shapes your entire life. I break down real examples of two people with the same traumatic past who ended up with completely different futures—and why the difference came down to mindset.   You’ll learn: ✅ How to stop living in victim mode ✅ The truth...

In this episode of The Risen Fallen Podcast, I explore how dangerous it can be to build your identity around things that can change—or be taken away.   1Whether it’s your job, your race, your religion, your politics, or even your spiritual beliefs… none of that fully defines who you really are.   So if you're not your job, your skin color, your trauma, your past, or your opinions—then who are you?...