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Wisdom From Yoda Jun 09, 2019

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Life transitions can be tough. How we opt to handle them? Absurdly important. From our mindset to choosing to learn something from them or not. The choice is ours.
Yoda is my muse who may be green, crazy short and a tad smelly, but never (ever) judge a book by its cover. This episode is all about lessons learned from the little green dude.
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Tackling Life Transitions, The NFL And Being A Game Changer Jun 03, 2019

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Randy Grimes, NFL Alumni of the Tampa Buccaneers, shares his journey as an NFL player who waged a near twenty year addiction to prescription pills. Randy will soon be celebrating his ten years of sobriety and has dedicated his life to sharing his story and giving hope to those suffering from addiction and their family members.
We discuss the challenges that many grapple with during life transitions (athletics, academics, career, relationships, etc.) and what to look for when someone we love may not be transitioning well. Randy shares strategies and tips in facing life transitions in a healthy and balanced way.
Randy is a strong advocate for recovery and launched "Athletes in Recovery" to help athletes find addiction treatment and recovery resources. He is also works with Transformations Drug and Alcohol Treatment (https://www.transformationstreatment.center/) in Delray, Florida a stellar rehabilitation facility.
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Remembering The Memorial In Memorial Day May 23, 2019

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My dear friend, Robin Leonard Martin, shares the true meaning of what Memorial Day is really about.
Jared Michael Leonard, Robin's brother, paid the ultimate sacrifice in serving our country.
Memorial Day is a day to take time to reflect and pay respect for those who have given their lives for our freedoms.
Learning what the day is actually about allows for appreciation for our freedom, those serving and those who have sacrificed their lives for us. Freedom, my friends, is not free.
As the weekend approaches, let us take time to reflect and remember those who have paid the ultimate price for our freedoms.

Collateral Beauty May 20, 2019

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Bridget Hennessy is the Director of PACT Prevention Coalition in St. John's County, Florida. Bridget was a student of mine many years ago. It was during her junior year of high school that her brother, Matthew, lost his life to an overdose.
In the years following, Bridget has used the loss of her brother to fuel her in using her voice to educate, inspire and empower others. We talk about the value in using our loses to help others and make the world a better place.
Bridget embodies the essence of collateral beauty. Through grief and hurt she made the choice in using her voice to spread a mission that has not only inspired, but has truly saved lives.

When Surfing Is Therapy And Therapy Is Surfing May 13, 2019

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Today's guest is Josh Dickson, director of ResurfaceUK, a program that provides week-long-surf-therapy retreats for trauma, positive psychology and self-care that are held in Morocco.
We look at how combining good vibes, forced mindfulness (surfing) and individual & group therapy create a strong platform for therapeutic change. Examining how non-conventional methods of therapy hold tremendous value and ability to foster change.
To find out more about ResurfaceUK please visit:
www.resurfaceuk.com

Guys, Emotions & The Reality Of The High Suicide Rate Among Males May 06, 2019

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My guest, Matt Kynaston, is a philanthropist, mental health activist and all around amazing guy who I am honored to call a friend. In the UK, suicide is the number one killer of men and it ranks in the top tier of causes of deaths for men in the United States.
Matt has dedicated his life to raising awareness speaking in schools, conferences and running support groups on the relevance of mental health among men and boys throughout the UK. We look at what it means to be a healthy male and the different ingredients our boys need to view mental wellness and their emotions as a priority.
Support is out there and when we or someone we love is struggling, support and encouragement are critical.

Mother's Day Merge Of Gratitude And Attitude Apr 28, 2019

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One day a year we pay homage to our Moms. Taking time to unpack the teachable
lessons of Mother's Day for us, our kids and spouses. I also take a look at how Mother's Day
is tough for those facing infertility, who have a mom who is no longer here and ways to take
the hurts of others into consideration. Let's take some time to chat, reflect and embrace
the ridiculous benefits of appreciating our mom, step mom, mom figures and all that goodness.

When #METOO Is #METOO Apr 21, 2019

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The #METOO movement is one that gives a voice to those who have been subjected to sexual assault. This includes females and males.
We chat on strategies to take with our kids, discussions we need to be having with them and repeating again and again.
The response we have as parents, family members or friends is WAY important. Be supportive, listen (let them talk), encourage, love and be present. Letting those we love be supported and ultimately receive the gift of 'survivor' is one step in their progression towards going forward.
If you or someone you love has been a subject of assault, know that you are not alone. There are national helplines, local support groups and many ears willing to listen.

From Victim To Survivor: Being Aware Of The Red Flags For An Abusive Relationship Apr 14, 2019

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Ashley Bendiksen is a national speaker, activist and abuse prevention expert. Ashley was a victim of sexual assault and was subject to an abusive relationship. She chose to use her trauma as a platform to dialogue with thousands about domestic violence, sexual assault and abusive relationships.
When close to 1 in 3 young people have been impacted by one of the above we have to continue defining what this looks like, how help is out there and that every human being deserves to be valued, respected and treated with kindness.
Links:
To check out Ashley's work and mission (https://www.ashleybendiksen.com/)
National Sexual Assault Helpline: 800.656.4673
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To Grudge Or Not To Grudge, That Is The Question Apr 07, 2019

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Grudge is a small word, but it holds tremendous negatives that we often
may not even realize. We take on a weight of anger and bitterness that can change us in some ugly ways.
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In today's episode we jump into what it means to hold a grudge and how letting go can be one of the healthiest things we can do for ourselves. Just remember, grudge free is the way to be!

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