Synopsis
Increase your calm, focus and happiness so you can be more relaxed, contented and satisfied with your life. For business, entrepreneurs, educators, parents. Hosted by Bruce Langford.
Episodes
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Happiness and Your Body
26/12/2024 Duration: 10minHappiness and Your Body is today’s episode. I am sharing a short review of the book, What Your Body Knows About Happiness by Janice Kaplan. I will interview Janice Kaplan in a few days, about her new book, What Your Body Knows About Happiness. I received her book and am so impressed that I decided to share some key ideas with you today. What Your Body Knows About Happiness The central idea at the heart of her book is that happiness isn’t just a state of mind but also a state of body. Kaplan challenges the traditional notion that happiness stems solely from our thoughts or circumstances. Instead, she reveals that our physical bodies play a profound role in shaping how we experience joy. Your Body Leads, Your Brain Follows Have you ever noticed how standing tall and confident makes you feel more self-assured? Or how forcing a smile, even on a bad day, can lighten your mood? According to Kaplan, these are not coincidences but examples of how our bodies often lead the way in creating our emotions. While we’ve
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Discover Reflective Awareness; Dr. John Demartini
19/12/2024 Duration: 40minDr. John Demartini believes when we have reflective awareness and don't have the noise that judgments bring, we can be present with our own reflections. Dr. Demartini is a human behavior specialist, International best-selling author, educator, founder of the Demartini Institute, and the author of 40 books translated into 38 languages. He has presented alongside Sir Richard Branson, Donald Trump, Stephen Covey, Deepak Chopra, Wayne Dyer, Steve Wozniak, and many others. He has been a welcomed guest on Larry King Live, CNN, and CNBC and is a contributor to Oprah Magazine and hundreds of other magazines. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Company: Demartini Institute Website: drdemartini.com Blog: https://drdemartini.com/blog/ Movie: How Thoughts Become Things Most Influential Person Paul Bragg, John's Yoga Instructor Effect on Emotions “It has allowed me to be aware of the illusions that my emotions are distracted by and allows me t
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How To Stick To Meditation; Jackson Kerchis
12/12/2024 Duration: 27minJackson Kerchis teaches how to stick to meditation. He is a former operations leader, startup executive, and Zen monk. He's a co-founder and partner at Happiness Means Business and Warrior Leader Training Companies, where he helps business and military leaders solve their people problems. Notable clients include the Army National Guard and Young's Commercial (the largest produce hauler in the US). He created the world’s first major in happiness studies and taught the first course on happiness at the University of Alabama. He is the author of How to Stick to Meditation: The Science of Habit Meets the Art of Mindfulness. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.happinessmeansbusiness.com Podcast: Barbell Logic Book: How To Stick To Meditation: Make Your Mindfulness Practice a Lasting Habit by Jackson Kerchis Most Influential Person Mickey Singer, author of The Untethered Soul Effect on Emotions Awareness, awareness, aware
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Use Your Internal Resources; Susie Hayes
05/12/2024 Duration: 36minSusie Hayes believes you can use your internal resources to become freed from being stuck. She is a psychotherapist, sex coach, trained hypnotist, life coach, and practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming. She developed and directed two centers in Colorado, providing counseling and educational services. She is a speaker, podcaster, and writer, having published the award-winning book “FREED from Stuck! Dare to Cross the Bridge Beyond Grief, Trauma, and Self-Sabotage to Discover Lasting Change Now”. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.susiehayesnow.com Book: FREED from Stuck! Dare to Cross the Bridge Beyond Grief, Trauma, and Self-Sabotage to Discover Lasting Change Now by Susie Hayes Most Influential Person A Graduate School Professor Effect on Emotions I have come to appreciate the value of emotions guiding us to the truth about what we really need. There is no condemnation of any emotion. We understand it as part of the way our mind an
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Voluntary Hardship; Matt Reynolds
28/11/2024 Duration: 30minMatt Reynolds, founder of Barbell Logic, believes voluntary hardship is a key to success for those seeking lasting fitness solutions. Matt helps strength coaches and personal trainers transition from traditional gym-based models to online coaching. With over 25 years in strength sports and coaching, Matt launched STRONG Gym in 2008, one of the top strength gyms in the U.S., before selling it in 2015 to create Barbell Logic. His online coaching platform offers affordable, flexible training with expert coaches worldwide. Barbell Logic now serves thousands of clients, including high-profile individuals and organizations like the U.S. Air Force. Matt also hosts the popular Barbell Logic podcast, sharing his expertise in fitness and online coaching. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.BarbellLogic.com Podcast: Barbell Logic Book: Undoing Urgency: Reclaim Your Time for the Things that Matter Most by Ryan Matt Reynolds Most Influential
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Finding Your Purpose; Dean Graves
21/11/2024 Duration: 18minDean Graves returns with the topic of finding your purpose. For over twenty years he has been sharing his meditation and mindfulness knowledge with the world. He is an author and podcaster, a mental health counselor, and a spiritual guide. Dean is passionate about philosophy, psychology, and exploring the human condition to help others find inner peace. He has written books, conducted workshops, and created seminars that have helped people worldwide. Dean's writings are centered around self-empowerment and awareness, with the aim of enabling individuals to realize their true potential and attain a higher level of consciousness. He strongly believes that we are at the cusp of a new era of enlightenment, and he is committed to assisting others in recognizing and harnessing their abilities. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: ddeangraves.org Book: The Identity Model; Understanding and healing mankind's stress and suffering by Dean Graves
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Sand and Salt Escapes; Max Schneider
14/11/2024 Duration: 30minMax Schneider uses sand and salt escapes to help his clients avoid burnout. After burning out from a decade in consulting, Max sought healing through a transformative surf and yoga retreat in Costa Rica, where he finally found the clarity and calm he'd been seeking. Inspired, he created “sand and salt” retreats to offer others the same renewal. Max's experiences enable him to design personalized, small-group retreats that calm the nervous system and help high-achieving professionals recharge. His team is dedicated to curating escapes that leave clients feeling refreshed, balanced, and ready to thrive in their lives and careers. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.sandandsaltescapes.com Most Influential Person Sam Mallick, a friend who runs a company called Notable Effect on Emotions While growing up I think a lot of us are taught to pull ourselves up by the bootstraps. Through mindfulness, I've learned that those emotions are stored in the bod
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Reclaim Your Life; Ken Cox
07/11/2024 Duration: 37minKen Cox is determined to help you reclaim your life. His recent book, Reclaim Sobriety; 12 Rounds of Sobriety, is a transformative guide for achieving lasting sobriety. Additionally, he co-authored a chapter in Kevin Harrington’s book, Many Paths to Profit. Ken is the President of a web hosting company called Hostirian and is the host of the Clicks and Bricks podcast. As an entrepreneur, Ken has built a successful career creating safe and happy workplaces, providing critical IT services to companies of all sizes, from small businesses to the Global 500. His commitment to trading value for value and developing products that benefit everyone involved has earned him recognition as a leading figure in the business world. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: https://reclaimsobriety.com/ Website: https://kencox.com/ Most Influential Person My son. Effect on Emotions Mindfulness has made a night-and-day difference in how I deal with my emotions. Understan
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Purpose-Driven Dad; Cameron Race
31/10/2024 Duration: 35minCameron Race is a purpose-driven dad, son, and business owner. He is the founder of the Man Up Dad (MUD) movement, a transformation program for businessmen and fathers, especially those with young children. MUD challenges men to confront the truth: they may not be the role models their children need. 2023 was pivotal; after learning his wife was pregnant with their second child, Cameron faced job loss and personal struggles, leading him to overhaul his life. Now, as a committed entrepreneur, he guides dads on their journey toward personal transformation and responsible fatherhood. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: https://www.instagram.com/cameron_race/ Most Influential Person Wes Watson, my first coach Effect on Emotions All we are is this big old ball of emotions. Those emotions are trying to hijack us from doing what's actually important to us. If we're unaware of all these different emotions that we have and what they're trying to do then it
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Cow Hug Therapy; Ellie Laks
24/10/2024 Duration: 42minEllie Laks is the creator of cow hug therapy as part of her work as the founder of The Gentle Barn Foundation. This foundation is a national organization that rescues and rehabilitates unwanted animals and heals people with the same stories of abuse and neglect. Ellie is a powerful speaker, celebrated animal welfare advocate, humane educator, animal communicator, and the author of Cow Hug Therapy: How the Animals at The Gentle Barn Taught Me about Life, death, and Everything in Between. Ellie founded The Gentle Barn in 1999. She invented her own Gentle Healing method that allows old, sick, injured, and terrified animals to fully recover. Ellie has hosted hundreds of thousands of people who have come to The Gentle Barn seeking hope. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: EllieLaks.com, GentleBarn.org Most Influential Person My husband, the co-founder of the Gentle Barn Effect on Emotions Mindfulness empowers us to breathe, relax, and to say what we ne
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Understanding Pet Behavior; Denise Mange
17/10/2024 Duration: 33minDenise Mange is a certified dog trainer, animal communicator, pet numerologist, and founder of Pet Prana®. Her mindful approach to pet training combines traditional training with energetic considerations of pet guardianship. She has been featured in publications and media outlets worldwide, cementing her reputation as a pioneer in the field of mindful pet training. Her new book, Translating Your Pet’s Behavior: A Mindful Approach to Dog Training, is a #1 bestseller in its category on Amazon. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.petprana.com Most Influential Person Abraham Maslow Effect on Emotions Emotions have always been a big proponent for me to sit back and reflect. When I have big emotions I shut down. And when I shut down, I reflect. For me, mindfulness and emotions go hand in hand. Thoughts on Breathing Breathing is everything. It is life affirming for us and it's one way to remind us that we are worthy to be here on this planet. As we
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From Trauma To Empowerment; Daniel Anderson
10/10/2024 Duration: 23minDaniel Anderson is a coach who helps clients transition from trauma to empowerment. As a holistic Trauma Recovery Coach, he helps clients find relief from stress, anxiety, and life dissatisfaction. The creator of ‘Your Purpose Driven Life,' he guides individuals through transformative journeys to break free from feeling trapped in lives that no longer feel authentic. His 12-week ‘Life: Remastered' program helps clients overcome false narratives, reconnect with their core values, and create a clear path to the life they desire. Daniel provides practical tools for rapid relief, helping clients quiet their minds, repair relationships, and uncover their true direction. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: https://coachdanielanderson.com Most Influential Person Dr. Wayne Dyer Effect on Emotions I'm much better now at recognizing my negative emotions. That helps me reframe the thoughts causing them and shift from sadness and depression to acceptance and
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Raising Positivity; Eric McHugh
03/10/2024 Duration: 26minEric McHugh is an entrepreneur who is all about raising positivity. He is the president of SHOPX web3 e-commerce, Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer of Dataing and AI-powered matchmaking. In the past, he founded a VC-funded Saas platform, worked at Snap, in DC and Barcelona, and as a consultant for fortune 500 companies going through the bankruptcy process. Eric has an IQ of over 140, enjoys playing chess and fine cuisine, and his main hobbies include fighting, chess, reading, and meditation. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: https://shopx.co/ Most Influential Person Herman Strasbourg Effect on Emotions I see emotions as fuel, and by accepting them, I can redirect and take action. When you're not mindful, you can't fully accept what's happening. Without acceptance, you're resisting the situation. Resisting an emotion only amplifies it by giving it more attention, which in turn strengthens the emotion. Acceptance, however, helps you navigate th
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Birth Conversations; Claudia Rosenhouse Raiken
26/09/2024 Duration: 31minClaudia Rosenhouse Raiken is my guest today to share birth conversations. She is a senior teacher at the School of Images (www.theschoolofimages.org) where she runs their DreamBirth™ Program. In that capacity Claudia has trained professionals world-wide and works with women and couples from all continents. She is a world expert at facilitating communication between the parents and the baby in the womb. She communicates with the souls planning to come, still not conceived, and even those that were miscarried or aborted. It is these conversations that led to the writing of Messages from the Womb. Claudia is a Childbirth Educator, a Birth Doula, an Alexander Technique Teacher, and a Biodynamic CranioSacral Practitioner. She holds a Masters from NYU in Kinesiology and Dance, and has assisted in over 300 births. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: https://www.claudiaraiken.com/ Most Influential Person Catherine Shainberg (one of the creators of Dreamb
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Community and Relationship Building; David Van Beekum
19/09/2024 Duration: 26minDave Van Beekum is passionate about community and relationship building. He is a co-founder and digital marketing expert behind Tweva, the world’s first social TV network for small businesses and influencers. With a deep background in technology, Dave has excelled in software development, automation, and AI. His journey started with an early love for computers and technology, which he turned into a career dedicated to empowering small businesses. Dave is focused on helping them succeed by providing affordable advertising solutions. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Blog: Zach Mathews's Blog Book: Climbing Your Self-Discipline Tree: The Three Stages Essential for Accomplishing Any Goal by Zach Mathews Most Influential Person My dad and my uncle Effect on Emotions I tend to be quite stoic most of the time. My wife often has to remind me that I'm not always in front of the computer, and I have to make an effort to stay positive, even when my mind is raci
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Seeking Out Rejection; Fletcher Ellingson
12/09/2024 Duration: 27minFletcher Ellingson is experienced at deliberately seeking out rejection as a way to strengthen his mindset. He is a speaker, coach, and author of the best-selling book The Practice of Feeling Good. Using a combination of science and psychology, he helps his clients break free from financial struggle, being overwhelmed, and persistent worry so they can spend more time doing what they love, contributing to their families, and impacting their communities. Fletcher also hosts a regional weekly TV show, is a regular contributing columnist, and a professional magician. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.FletcherEllingson.com Most Influential Person My mom / Eckhart Tolle / Michael Singer Effect On Emotions Mindfulness helps me slow down by allowing me to become more aware of my thoughts. I believe that much of our thinking is automatic, happening without our permission, consent, or approval. This automatic think
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A Mindful Mosaic; Daniel Bruce Levin
05/09/2024 Duration: 50minDaniel Bruce Levin teaches us that life is a mindful mosaic in his aptly titled book, The Mosaic. Daniel is a unique combination of mystic and businessman having spent his life searching for the place called heaven. Daniel lived as a monk in a monastery for 10 years, studied in a seminary for five years, and helped Hay House Publishing grow from 3 million to 100 million dollars in revenue as Director of Business Development. In addition to all that, he’s hitchhiked around the world searching for happiness. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Company: The Mosaic Coaching Website: themosaiconline.com Blog: https://themosaiconline.com/category/blog/ Podcast: https://themosaiconline.com/media/ Most Influential Person Paramahansa Yogananda Effect on Emotions The process of mindfulness has almost limited emotions. For me, emotions live at the rim of the wheel. This is the key to achieving a mindful mosaic. Thoughts on Breathing We can go weeks to months withou
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Belief Unleashes Success; Dr. Noah St. John
29/08/2024 Duration: 22minDr. Noah St. John teaches that Belief Unleashes Success and emphasizes the importance of taking action. Dr. Noah, known as the “father of afformations,” discusses his new book, “The Seven Figure Machine,” which outlines a roadmap to financial freedom. He shares his journey from a 300-square-foot apartment to a 6,000-square-foot mansion, emphasizing the importance of both inner and outer game. St. John highlights the significance of having a “loving mirror” who believes in you, as evidenced by a client who raised $185,000 after receiving belief from her coach. He also stresses the importance of overcoming fear and procrastination, sharing a success story where a client increased revenue from $4 million to $20 million in 18 months. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.7FigureMachineBook.com Book: The 7-Figure Machine: Your Ultimate Roadmap To Endless Earnings and Financial Freedom. Buy the book from the above website, and you get Dr. Noah's newes
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The Success Code; Jack Canfield
22/08/2024 Duration: 40minJack Canfield is well-known for The Chicken Soup For The Soul books and also for The Success Principles. Throughout his life, Jack became familiar with certain principles of success that he used in the late 1980s to create the Chicken Soup For the Soul series, even after being turned down by 144 publishers. Jack shares the same principles of success that he used to succeed back in the ‘80s, in his book, The Success Principles: How To Get From Where You Are to Where You Want To Be. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.TheSuccessPrinciplesWorkbook.com Book: The Success Principles Workbook Most Influential Person Dawa Tarchin Phillips, Tibetan Buddhist lama and mindfulness teacher: www.DawaTarchinPhillips.com Effect on Emotions Mindfulness has kept me more calm and more neutral. Sometimes people think I don't have any feelings. I've learned that most of my feelings come from thoughts and if I'm aware of the thoughts and can deal with them at that
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Mindful Branding; Brandon Birkmeyer
15/08/2024 Duration: 36minBrandon Birkmeyer shares his views on mindful branding. Brandon is a former Coca-Cola and Apple advertising executive with over 22 years of experience in marketing at Madison Avenue advertising agencies. He’s advised FORTUNE 100 companies on brand strategy and is a sought-after consultant, speaker, and corporate trainer. Brandon hosts a top-five branding podcast and YouTube channel called Brands On Brands. He is also a bestselling author of the book Front & Center Leadership, which you can find on Amazon or on his website at brandonbirkmeyer.com/books. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.BrandsonBrands.com Most Influential Person Travis Chappell Build Your Network Effect On Emotions In my later years, I stumbled upon life coaching shows, which introduced me to models that helped me distinguish between thoughts and reality. The Life Coach School, in particular, taught me to step back and question whether what I wa

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