Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In Episode #141 I have a discussion with Scott that ends up helping me make a very tough decision. Scott Maderer, author of Inspired Living: Assemble the Puzzle of Your Calling by Mastering Your Time, Your Talent, and Your Treasures. Scott challenges the glorification of busyness, emphasizing that being busy doesn’t equal productivity or importance. Instead, he highlights the value of aligning your ac...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In Episode #140, I welcome back Matt O'Neill to discuss my all time favorite topic. The Root of ALL Love is Self-Love: If you don’t love yourself, not only will your relationships never reach their full potential, but they may suffer.Celebrate Self-Love in February and Beyond: Use Valentine’s Day as a reminder to love yourself first—whether that’s through creativity, connection, or simply saying “yes”...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn Episode #139 I chat about BELONGING with Dr. Hemerda, Lewis, and ArtenantHighlightsDefining Belonging: The operational definition, based on Allen et al. (2021), includes competencies, opportunities, motivations, and perceptions that foster connection and affiliation within ecosystems.Academic Belonging: Building a sense of connection with peers during the doctoral program, particularly through remot...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn episode #138, I chat with Dr. Todd Fiore about how one slight pivot with your research question can lead to many positive outcomes. Todd is the Program Chair for the PhD in Organizational Development and Leadership, University of Arizona Global Campus.Highlights:· Research framed positively tends to result in more practical, solutions-oriented outcomes.· Positive research questions make it eas...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailOn episode #137 I learn some new happiness habits with Matt O'Neill. Matt is a happiness expert, the host of the "Good Mood Revolution" podcast, and author of the book by the same name. HighlightsSacrificing Joy for Success is a Myth: Joy doesn't need to be sacrificed for achievements like earning a degree or completing a project. Incorporating joy in the process is essential.Overwhelmed? Pause and ask, "Do ...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn episode #136, I welcome back one of my favorite repeat guests, Dr. Leonard Cassuto.Len is a professor of English at Fordham University and the author of the "Graduate Adviser" column for The Chronicle of Higher Education. He has written and number of books, including *The Graduate School Mess* (Harvard, 2015) and, with Robert Weisbuch, *The New PhD: How to Build a Better Graduate Education* and we are her...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn episode #135 I hang out with Nope Coach, Suzanne Culberg. Her free offer, the Building Boundaries Bundle, is available here: http://suzanneculberg.com/bbb Enter Coupon o the left of the screen: HAPPYDOCSTUDENT Academic Burnout: Overachieving academics (students and faculty) often struggle with boundaries, leading to burnout and all other sorts of negative outcomes (reduced cognitive performance, leav...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailEpisode #134 is a special one....The Student-Chair relationship is critical to success AND how the journey is experienced. Listen in as Drs. Jodie Hermeda and Deborah Carpenter discuss the role both a student and chair play in making the relationship one that can last a lifetime. There is always a way forward!Podcasts referenced: The Dissertation Shift with Todd FioreHow to Feel Good about Feedback with Kell...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn episode #133, I'm hanging out with Dr. Alan Belcher who will help you crack the code on your dissertation. Alan is an experienced educator, administrator, and consultant, having worked with students in schools at all different levels and in many states and countries. Highlights · Think of your dissertation as a problem to solve. · Your dissertation i...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn episode #132, I continue my conversation with spacemaker Daniel Sih. If you feel like you struggle with FOCUS, this episode is for you! Listen (or re-listen, yes it is that good) to our fist chat, How to Make Space for Things that Matter, here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/11832398Highlights Our ability to focuses is declining due to digital distractions, affecting all age groups. Di...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn episode I#131, we explore the power of medicinal plants, telomeres, and simple ways to modify your daily routine for more clarity. Jodi Scott is the CEO and founder of Green Goo and is a seasoned visionary in health and wellness. Armed with a master's degree in health psychology and a background in pre-med, she specializes in psycho neuroimmunology exploring the mind body connection and the pow...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn episode #130 I hang out with Dr. Tarryn Hoff. Tarryn holds a PhD in Performance Psychology and is an adjunct doctoral Chair at UAGC & Grand Canyon University as well as running two personal training brands: GoTarryn & Peachtree City Personal Training.HighlightsSelf-Determination Theory (SDT) can help you make sense of your worldWe have three basic human needs - all of which are challenged du...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn episode #129, I chat with Derick Johnson, a US Army Veteran, Life Coach and Trainer that has helped over 500 clients and 50 companies go from just surviving to thriving.Highlights: Performing at your best will likely require breaking OLD PATTERNSStart by ELIMINATING things - What can you get rid of?Food - Write down what you eat everyday for a week. Eye opening!Social Media - What/who are...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn episode #128, Dr. Deborah Carpenter shares a technique she created during her doctoral process that helped her eat the elephant one bite at a time. This reflective exercise would be useful to ANYONE with the desire to accomplish a goal, because when you have a strong mind, strong body, and strong heart - you can do anything!Ask yourself: What am I intentionally doing to strengthen my...1. Mind?2. Bod...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn episode #127 I chat with Dr. Bijoy John, the founder and medical director of Sleep Wellness Clinics of America and founder of Sleep Fix Academy which offers online courses, podcasts, and other resources to improve sleep quality.Are you ready to make sleep a priority?Connect with Dr. Johnhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sleepfix/https://www.facebook.com/sleepfixacademy/Support the showSupport thi...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn episode #126 Ann Swanson, author of Meditation for the Real World, chats about the fascinating science behind meditation, how it can positively impact your relationships, and walks us through some practices – one that can double as a fun party trick! Highlights🤔 Party Trick Wisdom: A fun way to learn how to trust your gut when you’ve got a tough decision. 🧠 Mindful Misconceptions: Meditation isn't ab...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email🎙️ In episode #125, we dive deep into the fascinating world of one of my ALL-TIME FAVORITE topics: gut health. Listen in as Josh Dech explains why your gut health is more important then your DNA!👉 Gut Health Basics: Your gut health affects your productivity, emotions, mental clarity, ability to learn, quality of sleep, and more.🧠 The Gut-Brain Connection: The gut influences the brain and vice versa, making i...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailIn episode #124 chat with William Wadsworth, a memory and productivity psychologist, author, and host of the Exam Study Expert podcast.Highlights: 1. If you feel overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated – you are likely simply cognitively overloaded. 2. When you understand Cognitive Load Theory you can combat procrastination and be a more effective learner.3. ...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailAesha Tahir reveals the link between better posture and a pain-free life, less stress, and improved self-confidence. She is an award-winning author, keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and movement specialist who provides trainings on posture and wellness. Her best-selling book “Unhunched: Discover Wellness Through Posture.”If you want visuals watch this on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/50Hoi4NInMYHighlight...

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailOn this show I chat with Adam Baldy. Adam holds an MA in East Asian Studies and is a PhD student at the University of Arizona. As a Senior IT Systems Analyst at Pima Community College, he blends his in-person and online teaching experience with ed tech management.Highlights· Starting a doctoral program is a big decision (perhaps the biggest decision you will ever make). If at any time you...