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EP191 - Author, Psychotherapist, and Authenticity Architect, Dr. Patti Ashley: Finding Clarity Through Grief Feb 18, 2020

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Joy and sorrow--they go hand in hand. But why does one seem easier and more comfortable to cope with than the other? And while grief can be extremely difficult to face and work through, psychotherapist and authenticity architect Dr. Patti Ashley is here to offer insightful life lessons to bring clarity in even the hardest moments of our lives.

Dr. Ashley's also an international workshop presenter, author, and speaker who brings unique insight into the identification and treatment of trauma, shame, grief, as well as dysfunctional family patterns. Her signature model of authenticity architecture creates long-term changes in the brain as well as in the nervous system, breaking through barriers to personal freedom and authentic growth while excavating the truth of self-love, belonging, and connection.

Dr. Ashley's 35-plus-years of experience include: developing and teaching, continuing education courses for physicians, hospital wellness programs, university, and other private organizations. Her latest book, Letters To Freedom: From Fear to Love to Grace, is a beautiful, profound memoir of grief and relationship.

Get ready to rewrite your take on grief and see what it unfolds!

Key Takeaways:

The heartbreak movement. We live in a culture that does everything possible to avoid and ignore grief. Too many feels! But what would happen if the next time tragedy knocked on your door, it was welcomed with open arms? Heartbreak's surprising gift is THIS . . . [13:07].

The genetic insight. Did you know that each of us is carrying at least 14 generations of ancestral trauma in our DNA? It's the key to why unconsciously we might try to avoid overall distress. So how do we evolve from deep traumatic roots before our time? The beauty unfolds HERE . . . [27:06].

The mindful takeaway. What is grace? Is it the moment where you find clarity--a sense of safety--where you relinquish control? Dr. Ashley says it's all that and more. But how can we make ourselves more open to accepting grace in our lives? Remember this ONE life lesson . . . [43:59].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. You're never more than One Idea Away from a whole, new reality.

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EP190 - Author and Leader in Mindfulness and Empowerment, HeatherAsh Amara: More Alignment Means More Joy Feb 04, 2020

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Do you ever feel like you're so busy with getting things done that you've forgotten why you started the journey, this particular path you're on, to begin with? You're not alone. The world these days seems less joyful and increasingly exhausted, but the answer lies in one word: alignment. HeatherAsh Amara, author and worldly professor, will help you not only restore your alignment but bottle it and store it for the winter months ahead.

HeatherAsh is the author of The Warrior Heart Practice as well as many other books like The Warrior Goddess Training, A Little Book on BIG Freedom, Warrior Goddess Way, and Awaken Your Inner Fire. She's also the co-author of other books like The Seven Secrets to Happy, Healthy Relationships with Don Miguel Ruiz, Jr. Raised in Southeast Asia, HeatherAsh has traveled the world since childhood and is continuously inspired by the diversity and the beauty of human expression and experience that she comes across. She's dedicated to inspiring depth, creativity, and joy by sharing the most potent tools from a variety of world traditions.

Uncover the truth of what it means to live an authentic life!

Key takeaways:

The seasonal submission. Have you ever noticed that seasons of the year resemble the different cycles of our life? Spring and summer are filled with birth and expression while fall is about letting go and winter revolves around stillness and going into the darkness. The SECRET to boldly stepping into the cold, dark months of your life is . . . [12:46].

The happy dilemma. Before we've learned how to speak we experience life in a whole new way–laugh without restriction, tantrum when things just don't feel right, and lose ourselves in wonder. Then enters the influence of the world, and with it, its external rules. Not anymore! Break the cycle every single time by asking yourself this ONE question . . . [17:54].

The soulful question. How do you find a way to do more of what you love? So many of us seem depleted and overwhelmed in our busy modern world. But in those moments where we're the most joyful, where time seems to fly, and we get a little lost–those are the moments, the fire we need to reconnect with. To do more of what you love, try THIS . . . [24:29].

The emotional refresher. Based on the four chambers of the heart, the first chamber revolves around asking yourself: what am I feeling? It's a question that goes beyond your mental wellness and taps into your physical wellbeing. Sound simple? The ONLY thing you must remember to master the first chamber is . . . [30:00].

The archaeologist's journey. Did you know there are layers to the stories you tell yourself? Given some continuous reflection, you'll be able to organize your 'layers,' identify the actual situation you're in, and base your story off of your experiences–and yours alone. Ready to give it a try? Start HERE . . . [38:40].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. You're never more than One Idea Away from a whole, new reality.

EP189 - Health Psychologist and Author, Kelly McGonigal: The Joy of Movement Jan 21, 2020

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Did you know that moving as a collective--whether it's in a fitness class, walking a marathon that honors the life of someone, or even hiking with friends--enhances a deep sense of belonging? It's called the "joy of movement." Health psychologist, Kelly McGonigal, shares her research and wealth of knowledge on how movement is the antidote to the modern epidemics of depression, anxiety, and loneliness that we often feel.

Kelly's a lecturer at Stanford University and specializes in understanding the mind-body connection. As a pioneer in the field of Science Help her mission is to translate insights from psychology and neuroscience into practical strategies that support personal wellbeing and strengthen communities. Through the Stanford Center of Compassion and Altruism Kelly helped create the Stanford Compassion Cultivation Training, a program that's now taught around the world to help individuals strengthen their empathy, compassion, and self-compassion. Kelly's a bestselling author of The Willpower Instinct and The Upside of Stress as well as the soon to be released Joy of Movement.

Your New Years' evolution starts NOW!

Key Takeaways:

Your courageous discomfort. Have you ever thought: I wish my life was a little more comfortable? More safe? More rewarding? Although very common, how we respond to those thoughts can cause extraordinary amounts of disconnection and missed opportunity for deep growth. But wait! There's light in the darkness. The TRUTH is this . . . [12:02].

Your hidden superpower. Did you know there are proven studies that show knowing who you are is intimately connected to the feedback you get from your body all the time? You're running fast, your body senses your heart pacing, you think, "I am free, I am powerful." Oh, but there's more! Start HERE to begin building a better, stronger self today . . . [16:38].

Your unknown connection. You might be familiar with the idea of runner's high--where one feels good because their brain has an influx of 'happy hormones"--but have you heard of endocannabinoids? They're released alongside endorphins and what they can do for you is something much more powerful. Their SECRET power is this . . . [21:56].

Your subconscious battle. Sometimes you choose to eat healthy, other times you give in and indulge. One moment you're connected with others, the next you're locked up and isolating. Is there a way to be one way all the time? The answer is no; it's human nature. Remember THIS the next time you're having an internal struggle . . . [31:46].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. You're never more than One Idea Away from a whole, new reality.

EP188 - World Traveler and Certified Professional Coach, Matt Hogan: Be Transformed by Facing Fear Head-on Jan 07, 2020

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How strong's your self-awareness? Do you feel strongly about the life you're living, as though you've faced any and all self-doubt and have risen to seeing your internal mission a reality--whatever that may be? If the answer isn't an ecstatic "Yes!" then it's time you listen up as Matt Hogan, certified professional coach, shares his real-life experiences and advice for looking fear head-on and becoming utterly transformed.

Matt's journey has had many, many different routes. During his teens to early 20s he struggled with drug addiction, fought destructive relationships, and ran through the legal system. He traded those substance abuse addictions for addictions to work and society's definition of success. Ultimately, after years of career achievement, Matt decided it was time to leave his job and lean into experiential pursuits; in other words, to live a purposeful life. Hear his journey, listen to his personal advice, and learn the steps you need to face your reservations that hold you back from living a more authentic life.

Your new self's waiting--start the conversation today!

Key Takeaways:

The needed friend. We all need a support system--someone we can lean on who gives us a trusting and safe space to be vulnerable--but what if you don't have that someone? May the hunt begin! When looking for your biggest champion, look for these TWO qualities . . . [10:17].

The needed change. You're living the "onscreen" life where you're in a committed relationship, you have a good-paying job, and your annual getaways make others jealous, but still it remains--the void; that feeling that something's missing. When do you know it's time to shake things up? When your life starts to look like THIS . . . [22:04].

The needed practice. Every now and then you imagine living a new life that's vastly different--so much so that it overwhelms you and you just can't stop thinking about it. How can you tell if the idea is actually meaningful enough to look into or simply another fleeting daydream that passes by? Try this EXERCISE . . . [36:41].

The needed lesson. So often we do the work on ourselves--therapy, meditation practices, breaking bad habits–but in the end, the world around us hasn't changed one bit. Is there a way to shape our surrounding culture and better ourselves at the same time? Yes! The SECRET is this . . . [47:08].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. You're never more than One Idea Away from a whole, new reality.

The Riff on OIA: The In-Between – Minisode 08 Dec 17, 2019

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The holidays are here! And so we're asking you to reflect on this moment in your life. To look deep within that part of your soul that feels lost and has an endless list of questions for one reason–to do nothing. The truth is that in fighting the "in-between," nothing truly gets resolved. Take a listen for how to live in the moment, even during the uncertainty of it all, and be better, more connected than ever.

Key takeaways:

Three step plan. All too often we get busy with the day-to-day, but during the holidays we hit our peak of busyness; and through it all, we miss what's going on internally–in our mind, our heart–that our soul remains unsettled. The BEST advice to tap into your unresolved mindset is this . . . [03:54].

The big question. As we near 2020 ask yourself, "what is it that the last year has brought to you? What are you grateful for? What is it that maybe you're still struggling with? And although such questions really make you dig deep, the BIG question to ask yourself is . . . [06:12].

Next year ahead. Get a peek into upcoming podcasts and insights of this coming year from One Idea Away. Can stress really become your friend? We have the answer! Greater connection, mindfulness, and purpose is just weeks away–you're not going to want to miss this. Find out more HERE . . . [09:08].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. You're never more than One Idea Away from a whole, new reality.

EP187 - Buddhist and New York Times Bestselling Author, Susan Piver: What Love Truly Is Dec 10, 2019

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It's that time of year where the idea of love is glorified through romantic comedies and scenes of people pouring their hearts out for a chance to have a partner to spend the rest of their lives with. This notion of one-true, everlasting love--POP! Susan Piver, prolific writer on modern relationships, brings you back to the reality of what love really is and how to truly grasp it once and for all.

Susan's the New York Times bestselling author of nine books, her most recent, The Four Noble Truths of Love: Buddhist Wisdom for Modern Relationships, was released in May 2018. Susan has been a practicing Buddhist since 1995 and graduated from a Buddhist Seminary in 2004. She's an internationally acclaimed meditation teacher known for her ability to translate ancient practices into modern life. Her work has been highly featured across all media including The Oprah Show and The New York Times, and in 2011, Susan launched The Open Heart Project, which is becoming the largest virtual mindfulness community in the world.

Get ready to sink into a space of love within every relationship in your life--starting now!

Key Takeaways:

Your loving need. When most people long for one true love that will make everything just fall into place, they're not really longing for companionship--it's something much deeper and self-revealing. What they REALLY want is this . . . [06:35].

Your loving adjustment. The first noble truth in Buddhism describes how nothing in life is permanent. Everything changes; nothing stays the same–good or bad. It's not a concept that's new, so why is change so painful for us? The TRUTH is this . . . [16:14].

Your loving discomfort. It's completely natural to have expectations. We live in a world where we expect people to be kind and honest to us--and why shouldn't we? But how do you respond when your expectations are shattered? Next time this happens, turn it all around by asking yourself these TWO questions . . . [22:36].

Your loving embrace. Here's what we know: the idea of love--the part where butterflies soar and everything is perfect--is fleeting. People change as well as your surrounding environments. So what's the inside scoop for keeping that 'magic' alive in a relationship? The SECRET sauce is this . . . [36:59].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. You're never more than One Idea Away from a whole, new reality.

EP186 - Psychiatrist, Educator, and Author, Dr. Amy Banks: Rewire Your Brain For Stronger, More Rewarding Relationships Nov 26, 2019

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Did you know that our society's currently facing an epidemic level of loneliness? And that lack of connection is clinically proven to trigger our sympathetic nervous system, leading to a death spiral to our health? Well--good news! Thanks to leading psychiatrist and educator in the field of human relationships, Amy Banks, hope is very much not lost.

Amy's also a speaker and author dedicated to spreading the scientific knowledge that people need healthy, human relationships for emotional as well as physical growth and well-being. She's the first person to bring relational, cultural theory together with interpersonal neurobiology and is the foremost expert in this combined field. She has spoken nationally and internationally on the neurobiology of relationships.

Amy's a popular interviewee on the topics of loneliness, friendship, and the neuroscience of relationship--having been quoted in the New York Times, O Magazine, Health Magazine, and more. Her very popular blog, Wired to Love, is published online in Psychology Today. Amy co-authored the book of Wired to Connect as well as authored Four Ways to Click: How To Rewire Your Brain For Stronger, More Rewarding Relationships.

Take a deeper look at your current relationships to be wiser and stronger for it, and then lead the way!

Key Takeaways:

Our cultural belief. In 1928 President Hoover described a true American as someone who could stand on his own two feet, one who was completely self-reliant. 91 years later we're still trying to build ourselves up to this image, but why? How can we reverse the toxic trend in a healthy, confident manner? Start HERE . . . [07:06].

Our playground grief. Were you ever on the schoolyard and not chosen to be part of the team, excluded and hurt to be left out? Turns out that social pain could be more common and normal than you might think! Internally that rejection sets off an alarm in your brain and does some wondrous things. Next time you feel left out, try THIS . . . [25:09].

Our first connection. Are you someone who can easily connect with others on the first go? Or does approaching a stranger and getting to know them one of your deepest, darkest fears? If you're the latter--you're not alone! The REAL reason making new friends can be hard and terrifying is . . . [30:00].

Our healed self. Acceptance; inside us all, we deeply want it from others. Good news--despite what others might say, that need can be a strength, and with a little work, it can be easier to master than you might think. Leave it to neuroscience! The ONE-MINUTE technique that can help you find recognition is . . . [43:13].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. You're never more than One Idea Away from a whole, new reality.

EP185 - Author and Psychology Professor, Niobe Way: A More Connected, Healthier, and Happier You Nov 19, 2019

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From the moment we're born we're physiologically built with an innate sense to feel connected–to our parents, our siblings, our world. It's instinctual. So what happens when the world you're born into or the one you're raised in turns out to be dark and isolating? Niobe Way, Professor of Developmental Psychology at New York University, shares the research behind "bad people," and a clear, viable solution on how to change our self-destructive culture.

Beyond being a professor, Dr. Way's also the Founder of The Project for the Advancement of Our Common Humanity at NYU. From this project, Dr. Way emphasizes the Think and Do Tank that draws from the science of human connection in order to create a just and humane world. "Our theory of change is that transforming the way that we see each other will transform the way we treat each other," says Dr. Way. Her work focuses on the intersections of culture, context, and human development with a particular focus on social and emotional development and how cultural ideologies influence developmental trajectories. Listen in as Dr. Way shares insight from her in-depth research and latest book, The Crisis of Connection.

A more connected, healthier, and happier you starts NOW!

Key Takeaways:

The universal issue. All too often we criticize ourselves for over-feeling, for not acting with our mind first. Nothing can feel more devastating than being rejected when you put yourself forward emotionally. But what does that do for us as a culture? The research says THIS . . . [13:48].

The simple solution. It seems that all around us people are living in despair. They're lonely, they're unfulfilled, and they're depressed. But at the root of it all, the answer is clear. The ONE thing we need to focus on as a society, as a whole, is . . . [24:41].

The universal change. Our world's struggling deeply with its need to connect. In every corner of every neighborhood, people are desperately reaching out to build relationships, to find unity. Dr. Way's naysayers say changing a culture is really hard, but she boldly disagrees. HERE is why . . . [31:17].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. You're never more than One Idea Away from a whole, new reality.

EP184 - Business Anthropologist at the ADP Innovation Lab, Martha Bird: Become the Moving Center of Your Life Nov 12, 2019

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It's our human tendency to want connection and a shared purpose with those around us, but how do we find that place between personal and practical? Martha Bird, business anthropologist, shares her wealth of knowledge and experience to find connectivity on an individual level and with the world around you.

Since receiving her PhD in Anthropology, Martha has worked with global brands to create meaningful services, experiences, and products by both questioning and contextualizing the social and cultural dynamics of technology. She currently supports innovation and global product development to ensure future generations of ADP's human capital management technologies and teach them the wisdom of human cultures. Plus, how everyday encounters can unfold new practices and transform the way that we work.

Martha's a dedicated proponent of energetic curiosity while honoring reality. She approaches digital technologies as cultural and social products shaped by regional, technological, and organizational context.

Take the anthropological ride and learn how to become the moving center of the your life while celebrating the cultures around you.

Key Takeaways:

The rippling effect. You can turn on a light by a flip of a switch, you no longer use paper maps but Google Maps, and you can see what your friends are up to by scrolling their feed instead of calling them–small technologies used daily, constantly. But how does it all affect you on a core level? The eye-opening SURPRISE is . . . [07:03].

The mindful contradiction. Would you rather lead by wonder or fact? Martha defines herself as an openhearted pragmatist who can wander through life until she knows when she must buckle down hard on reality. Want to know her secret? The mystery starts HERE . . . [09:18].

The workplace boost. Looking for a way to feel engaged, acknowledged, and maybe even a little more respected at work? There's a growing trend that Martha's studying and trying to instill to break the cold, isolated work culture of the Western world. It comes down to this ONE word . . . [29:02].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. You're never more than One Idea Away from a whole, new reality.

EP183 - Life Coach and Motivational Speaker, Tom Kress: Nourish Your Power by Reconnecting With Yourself Oct 29, 2019

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There's an old way of thinking that continues to influence us today and it's that taking care of yourself is selfish. Do you fall prey to this way of thinking? Today's guest offers an overwhelming amount of reassurance that caring for yourself is pivotal to your connection, to what's truly important in your life, and shapes everything you are. Life coach and motivational speaker Tom Kress is here to set the message straight.

Tom's a husband, father, son, brother, family man, veteran, and self-aware, certified life coach. After many years of working an unfulfilling career in the technical industry, Tom took a complete turn, had immense personal growth, and came to the belief that he could and would affect change, specifically in young people. Now, his talks on personal power are affecting change in many minds and hearts. Tom's coaching and speeches transform those who've lost their personal power through trauma, judgment, or any other way.

Take back and nourish your power by reconnecting with yourself . . . today!

Key Takeaways:

Power recovered. Have you ever felt like you live a life where everything was decided for you? It feels as though others run your life, make your decisions, and tell you who you're going to be? You're not alone! Do THIS to stop the cycle . . . [08:59].

Control released. Whether you're working an 8-to-5 or the midnight shift, the desire to keep getting up and working the grind's really starting to lose steam. How do you merge the ideas of stability and fulfillment in your career path? Start HERE . . . [16:06].

Acceptance embraced. Life can be downright chaotic where unimaginable things can happen and leave you in complete despair. And in the wake of such hardships, is there a way to vulnerably accept your circumstances and heal? Yes! The ONLY advice you'll need is . . . [27:47].

Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. You're never more than One Idea Away from a whole, new reality.

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