Empower Humans: A Success, Joy & Growth Podcast!

Latest Episodes:

165: Serving Humanity! (w/ MATT MADDIX!) Dec 19, 2021

Show notes

In this episode, the dynamic and energetic Matt Maddix shared a ton of great insights about parenting - topics that make you think! He talked a lot about being a single parent and the lessons of resilience and commitment learned in that process. He talked about schooling and education and thinking outside the box.

We also talked thoroughly about his work with the homeless throughout the country and especially in the Phoenix area. He talked about who these people are and how we should see them. Lastly, we had a bit of what some might consider a controversial discussion about this pandemic and his strong views surrounding it.

162: Less Is More - Let Go to Let FLOW! Sep 05, 2021

Show notes

We talked at length in this episode about clearing our path forward so we can move and obtain our true objectives in life. This is a process of filtering that includes asking and facing some hard questions at times. We talked about some things that happened in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" as well as the movie "Up in the Air" as it relates to these topics. We also covered some important principles, quotes and 7 tips to really let go and let life flow!

151: The Law of Attraction "In High-Def!" (w/ ANDREW KAP) May 30, 2021

Show notes

Andrew Kap is the author of one of the most renowned and popular books on the subject of the law of attraction - The Last Law of Attraction Book You'll Ever Need To Read: The Missing Key To Finally Tapping Into The Universe And Manifesting Your Desires. We covered many facets of this fascinating topic including some of his methods, such as the "blitz method" and general gratitude principles, etc. He shared some really interesting stories and responded to those who may be major skeptics on this topic.

150: GREG MCKEOWN: Effortless Essentialism! May 23, 2021

Show notes

Greg McKeown is a world-renowned, best-selling author of both Essentialism and his latest book, Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most. In our interview, he was very transparent about his own personal life experiences that fed into the creation of this landmark work.

We thoroughly went through the structure of the book, which is divided into three parts. Greg talked to us about the contrast between burnout and the effortless state.

We talked about the power of presence, especially with those people who matter most to us. He also shared some powerful stories and a few special things that weren't included in the final edit of the book. Enjoy!

149: We ARE Creators! May 16, 2021

Show notes

In this episode, we talked about how we choose the outcomes in all areas of our lives, even and especially after some difficulty or failure. We talk about assigning meaning and how we associate pleasure and pain makes all the difference in our destiny. We talked about my son and an interesting situation that took place with him in context of this topic. We covered some ideas and ways to really maximize this in our lives.

148: The "Accountability Mirror"! May 09, 2021

Show notes

In this episode, we talked at length about a topic brought up in David Goggins' book, Can't Hurt Me. The concept of an "accountability mirror" is a profound way to stay in tune with ourselves, where we really are and visualize where we want to go! We talked about being mindful of certain things about ourselves we may wish to improve in a healthy way, as well as celebrating the good things. We also talked about focusing on solutions, not just problems. We covered some ground in the concept of affirmations and shared some of the things Zig Ziglar used to share with his audiences!

147: We Rise by Lifting Others! May 02, 2021

Show notes

Have you ever been down at all in your life? I have found that one of the surest ways out of that place is to help, serve and LIFT others! In this episode, we talk about this - first from the standpoint of the great legacies and shoulders of many who have gone before and sacrificed on OUR behalf. We talk about my recent viewing of the 1998 film "Saving Private Ryan" and the great impact these stories have. We talked about our responsibilities given these legacies and I told a story about a situation that presented itself in my world a few weeks ago. We also talk about a few tips to maximize our efforts in helping others...and much more!

146: Undoing A Downward Spiral! (w/ MELISSA MONTE) Apr 25, 2021

Show notes

In this episode, Melissa shared some profound insights with us from some very impactful life experiences, including loss of her father, a friend to suicide, two sexual assaults, an eating disorder and even being falsely charged with a very serious crime. Melissa has a depth of knowledge and a warmth of comprehension of what it's like to go through some of the most difficult experiences of life. She shared with us some ways to process our feelings as well as establishing tools to raise our vibration and energy levels. Enjoy some wonderful, insightful thoughts and conversation... And don't miss Melissa's Mind Love podcast as well as MindLove.com!

138: "Success" vs. Fulfillment - Maki Moussavi Returns! Feb 16, 2021

Show notes

We had the honor of welcoming back Maki Moussavi to talk more about success, fulfillment and the band Tool? Yes, we talked about all those topics including the band because I discovered we're both fans. We recapped a few items from our previous talk in episode 57, but really dove into the topics of pain and hustle and some of the delusional beliefs many have surrounding all of that and how it has to be included in the ingredients for success. We covered a lot of different ground in a very fulfilling and enlightening conversation.

137: Mind First / Body Second with SID GARZA-HILLMAN Feb 07, 2021

Show notes

What a great conversation we had with the one and only Sid Garza-Hillman. We were able to talk at length about his running career as well as being a race director after suffering from Asthma in his earlier years. We discussed many philosophical principles and analogies (he was a philosophy major at UCLA after all) surrounding the running of super marathons. We talked further about the intertwined nature of health, wellness and happiness as also discussed in his new book: Six Truths: Live by these truths and be happy. Don't, and you won't. - coming out in April of 2021. Be sure to pre-order it now and enjoy our in depth conversation!

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Empower Humans: A Success, Joy & Growth Podcast!

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected