<p>If you had to rebuild your life from scratch, where would you start? After a series of unexpected losses and major life changes, Ray Martin found himself at a crossroads questioning everything he believed about success and happiness. What began as a short sabbatical abroad turned into a 14-year journey of self-discovery and personal growth — one that taught him powerful lessons he shares in this episode.</p><p>Ray outlines the guiding principles that helped him start living his authentic life, his six rules for happiness, and what his experiences have taught him about mindfulness and uncertainty. Whether they come from social media, those around you or yourself, tune in as we discuss how to let go of the pressures that keep you from real happiness!</p><p><br></p><p>Topics discussed in this episode:</p><p>Introduction (00:00)</p><p>Transforming setbacks into a fresh start (01:05)</p><p>Ray’s journey to living an authentic life (6:07)</p><p>Guiding principles for navigating change (09:36)</p><p>The power of mindfulness (18:14)</p><p>Six rules for happiness (19:59)</p><p><br></p><p>Get a signed copy of Ray’s book, <em>Life Without a Tie,</em> on his website! <a href="http://www.lifewithoutatie.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">http://www.lifewithoutatie.com</a></p><p>Or, order his book on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/4boiqUx" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://amzn.to/4boiqUx</a></p><p><br></p><p>You can also download a FREE sample of the book’s introduction here: <a href="https://lifewithoutatie.com/#excerpt" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://lifewithoutatie.com/#excerpt</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Ray Martin:</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachraymartin/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachraymartin/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Shoreside Therapies</strong></p><p><a href="https://shoresidetherapies.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shoresidetherapies.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a></p><p>Shoreside Therapies offers compassionate, client-focused counseling for individuals, couples, and families. With expertise in mood disorders, life transitions, grief, trauma, and maternal mental health, their dedicated therapists provide a safe space to support your journey toward meaningful change and personal growth.</p><p><strong>Headspace</strong></p><p><a href="https://headspace.pxf.io/oqGZBo" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://headspace.pxf.io/oqGZBo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a></p><p>Headspace is a leading app for mindfulness and meditation, offering guided sessions, sleep aids, and stress-reducing techniques. Designed to fit seamlessly into your daily routine, Headspace empowers you to find calm, focus, and balance in today’s fast-paced world.</p><p><strong>Wisconsin Wellness Podcast</strong></p><p><a href="https://wisconsinwellnesspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wisconsinwellnesspodcast.com/⁠</a></p>