[00:00] Sam introduces herself and Safe Park Connections, a community built around healing and self-love.
[01:00] Her turning point after leaving an abusive marriage in 2015.
[02:00] How Safe Park Connections grew from local dinners to a global online community.
[03:00] First steps for new members: self-love assessment and introduction posts.
[05:00] Community engagement levels—from “wallflowers” to active contributors.
[06:00] The importance of connection: testimonials from members.
[07:00] The “Overflow Effect”: giving from abundance, not depletion.
[09:00] Breaking toxic patterns of giving and learning to receive.
[11:00] Balancing Christian faith with inclusivity and love.
[12:00] Reclaiming emotions after years of shutting them down.
[13:00] Daily practices for creating a life you love.
[15:00] Moments of gratitude that reshaped her perspective.
[17:00] The “gray room” exercise and choosing to live fully.
[18:00] Host shares parallels on depression and healing.
[20:00] Sam’s Seven Minute Gratitude Blueprint—morning gratitude, daily focus, nightly wins.
[22:00] Listener offer: free access to Self-Love Now with mention of the podcast.
[24:00] Transition into AI discussion—benefits and ethical concerns.
[25:00] How they both use AI for writing, brainstorming, and business.
[27:00] Teaching AI to match your voice and avoid filler words.
[29:00] Editing strategies and using AI for support without losing authenticity.
[31:00] Plagiarism concerns in education and proper AI use cases.
[32:00] Sam’s book journey and how AI helped her organize her draft.
[36:00] Tools they use: ChatGPT, Perplexity, Canva, Leonardo AI.
[39:00] Funny AI quirks—too many fingers, odd eyes, and flawed outputs.
[41:00] Canva as a go-to tool for content creation.
[42:00] Closing reflections: intentional choices, gratitude, and responsible AI use.
[00:00] Sam introduces herself and Safe Park Connections, a community built around healing and self-love.
[01:00] Her turning point after leaving an abusive marriage in 2015.
[02:00] How Safe Park Connections grew from local dinners to a global online community.
[03:00] First steps for new members: self-love assessment and introduction posts.
[05:00] Community engagement levels—from “wallflowers” to active contributors.
[06:00] The importance of connection: testimonials from members.
[07:00] The “Overflow Effect”: giving from abundance, not depletion.
[09:00] Breaking toxic patterns of giving and learning to receive.
[11:00] Balancing Christian faith with inclusivity and love.
[12:00] Reclaiming emotions after years of shutting them down.
[13:00] Daily practices for creating a life you love.
[15:00] Moments of gratitude that reshaped her perspective.
[17:00] The “gray room” exercise and choosing to live fully.
[18:00] Host shares parallels on depression and healing.
[20:00] Sam’s Seven Minute Gratitude Blueprint—morning gratitude, daily focus, nightly wins.
[22:00] Listener offer: free access to Self-Love Now with mention of the podcast.
[24:00] Transition into AI discussion—benefits and ethical concerns.
[25:00] How they both use AI for writing, brainstorming, and business.
[27:00] Teaching AI to match your voice and avoid filler words.
[29:00] Editing strategies and using AI for support without losing authenticity.
[31:00] Plagiarism concerns in education and proper AI use cases.
[32:00] Sam’s book journey and how AI helped her organize her draft.
[36:00] Tools they use: ChatGPT, Perplexity, Canva, Leonardo AI.
[39:00] Funny AI quirks—too many fingers, odd eyes, and flawed outputs.
[41:00] Canva as a go-to tool for content creation.
[42:00] Closing reflections: intentional choices, gratitude, and responsible AI use.
[00:00] Sam introduces herself and Safe Park Connections, a community built around healing and self-love.
[01:00] Her turning point after leaving an abusive marriage in 2015.
[02:00] How Safe Park Connections grew from local dinners to a global online community.
[03:00] First steps for new members: self-love assessment and introduction posts.
[05:00] Community engagement levels—from “wallflowers” to active contributors.
[06:00] The importance of connection: testimonials from members.
[07:00] The “Overflow Effect”: giving from abundance, not depletion.
[09:00] Breaking toxic patterns of giving and learning to receive.
[11:00] Balancing Christian faith with inclusivity and love.
[12:00] Reclaiming emotions after years of shutting them down.
[13:00] Daily practices for creating a life you love.
[15:00] Moments of gratitude that reshaped her perspective.
[17:00] The “gray room” exercise and choosing to live fully.
[18:00] Host shares parallels on depression and healing.
[20:00] Sam’s Seven Minute Gratitude Blueprint—morning gratitude, daily focus, nightly wins.
[22:00] Listener offer: free access to Self-Love Now with mention of the podcast.
[24:00] Transition into AI discussion—benefits and ethical concerns.
[25:00] How they both use AI for writing, brainstorming, and business.
[27:00] Teaching AI to match your voice and avoid filler words.
[29:00] Editing strategies and using AI for support without losing authenticity.
[31:00] Plagiarism concerns in education and proper AI use cases.
[32:00] Sam’s book journey and how AI helped her organize her draft.
[36:00] Tools they use: ChatGPT, Perplexity, Canva, Leonardo AI.
[39:00] Funny AI quirks—too many fingers, odd eyes, and flawed outputs.
[41:00] Canva as a go-to tool for content creation.
[42:00] Closing reflections: intentional choices, gratitude, and responsible AI use.
[00:00:00] – Introduction of Andee Hart, her work with She Sells Differently, and her mission to teach women entrepreneurs to sell in alignment with their values.
[00:01:00] – Nikki shares her own challenges with explaining her business and the role of Operational Harmony podcast.
[00:02:00] – Nikki’s tech background, ability to quickly learn software, and an example of mastering a program in a week.
[00:04:00] – Discussion on selling services with confidence despite personal trauma and self-worth struggles.
[00:06:00] – The universal struggle of inner critics and imposter syndrome.
[00:07:00] – Nikki’s “stubborn streak” as a survival and success tool, overcoming low expectations.
[00:09:00] – Andee reflects on strengths that come from perceived weaknesses.
[00:11:00] – Defining hustle culture and Nikki’s critique of the “Boss Babe” mentality.
[00:14:00] – Andee explains why she started She Sells Differently to break away from bro-marketing tactics.
[00:16:00] – The damage caused by sliding the truth in sales; long-term trust over short-term wins.
[00:18:00] – Nikki shares a cautionary story about a software sales misrepresentation affecting her work.
[00:21:00] – Recognizing when you’re not the right fit for a client and how that honesty can create future sales.
[00:25:00] – Calling out dishonesty in “Boss Babe” culture and the importance of accountability.
[00:28:00] – Big-picture thinking versus getting lost in small details when setting and reaching goals.
[00:29:00] – The danger of scrapping offers too soon; refining instead of reinventing.
[00:32:00] – Consistency as a key to successful sales.
[00:33:00] – Criticism of overly long morning routines and lack of actual business work.
[00:36:00] – Balancing personal wellness with realistic work habits.
[00:38:00] – Image versus reality in online entrepreneurship.
[00:39:00] – Andee’s sales teaching philosophy: integrity, grace, and humility.
[00:41:00] – Truthfulness as a non-negotiable in business.
[00:42:00] – Nikki’s favorite recharging activities: gaming and reading.
[00:44:00] – Andee’s recommendation of magnesium spray for restful sleep.
[00:46:00] – Shift into discussion on therapy, transparency about mental health, and disclaimers about not being therapists.
[00:48:00] – Andee’s experience with therapy starting in a toxic corporate environment.
[00:54:00] – How therapy helps with boundaries, perspective, and confidence.
[00:55:00] – Nikki’s long history with mixed therapy experiences, the good and the bad.
[00:59:00] – Why everyone’s problems are valid and worth therapy, no matter the scale.
[01:02:00] – Accessing therapy without insurance; practical steps to find help.
[01:04:00] – The value of proactive therapy before crises occur.
[01:06:00] – Building mental “walls” against harmful impulses and preparing coping skills in advance.
[01:09:00] &ndas
[00:00] Introduction – Jeremy shares his journey from coaching missionaries to working with entrepreneurs.
[01:00] First coaching experience in Peru – identifying the difference between deciding and delegating.
[02:00] Helping ministries scale from 2 to 5 programs through systems, automation, and delegation.
[03:00] How Jeremy uses podcasts and social media to grow Moxie Tribe, a group built on giving value first.
[04:00] The problem with most networking groups – and how his approach flips the script.
[05:00] Applying the law of sowing and reaping to business connections.
[08:00] The 1% Rule – dedicating 15 minutes a day toward your ideal life.
[09:00] Why most people can name what they dislike but struggle to define what they want.
[10:00] The 3D Blueprint – Experiences, Growth, and Contribution as a life-design tool.
[12:00] Using “visual prayer” to activate the subconscious and emotions for goal achievement.
[15:00] Common things people want to remove from their lives – especially working for others.
[18:00] Jeremy’s starting point with all clients – lessons, blessings, and non-negotiables.
[20:00] The law of duality – why every negative has a positive to focus on.
[23:00] Biggest breakthroughs – including helping a client with a terminal illness stop having “bad days.”
[28:00] Personal story of teaching his daughter about “bad moments vs. bad days.”
[31:00] What systems are, and why they create business freedom.
[33:00] Why to document by position, not person, in business operations.
[34:00] The Four Ds from Brian Tracy – Develop, Delegate, Duplicate, Disappear.
[36:00] How Jeremy’s assisted living and logistics businesses run without him.
[39:00] Why leadership matters more than any system.
[40:00] Firing clients who aren’t coachable – fixed vs. growth mindsets.
[44:00] Comfort zones, fear of failure, and getting comfortable with discomfort.
[47:00] Failure as a catalyst to success – imperfect action beats no action.
[50:00] Zig Ziglar’s quote: “You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.”
[51:00] Final thoughts – partnering with God as a co-creator for your life.
[00:00] Judy introduces the concept of Emotional DNA – how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are passed down, not just genetics.
[01:00] Genealogy 1.0–3.0 explained: from family tree to taking purposeful action.
[02:00] Discussing immigrant ancestry and inherited emotional traits (like fear of boats).
[03:00] Understanding emotional triggers and idiosyncrasies through family history.
[04:00] The benefits and cautions of DNA testing companies like 23andMe.
[05:00] How limiting patterns reveal your purpose—example: family struggles with money.
[06:00] Positive vs limiting family patterns and how to extract the “gift” in either.
[07:00] Using coaching instead of therapy: Discovery sessions to shift stuck patterns.
[08:00] Ancestry is more than just names—it's about emotional events and evolution.
[09:00] Meta-patterns: large-scale beliefs about money, worth, and scarcity.
[10:00] Judy’s next book: Money DNA – reframing global beliefs around wealth.
[11:00] Hatfields & McCoys – how unresolved ancestral conflicts stay active.
[12:00] Breaking cycles by choosing collaboration over inherited war.
[13:00] Serial killers and inherited trauma—what can their children do with that legacy?
[14:00] Emotional DNA vs brain chemistry – what’s systemic, what’s fixable, and how.
[15:00] The power of recognizing and retiring outdated patterns from your family line.
[16:00] Half a language: society teaches limitation—how to rebuild with empowering thoughts.
[17:00] Transformation is not for the “chosen”—it’s for those who choose it.
[18:00] Nikki shares her story of mental health collapse and rebuilding minute-by-minute.
[19:00] The value of micro-affirmations: how a small “thank you” can reshape self-worth.
[20:00] How small traumas—like shame around laundry or cooking—become lifelong barriers.
[21:00] Acknowledging progress without toxic positivity.
[22:00] Panic responses to simple conversations—real examples of trauma impact.
[23:00] Hypervigilance from trauma or military experience—how to navigate public spaces.
[24:00] The importance of not touching others without consent—especially those with trauma.
[25:00] You never know what someone is carrying—why kindness matters.
[26:00] Judgment, comparison, and financial resentment—why it doesn’t serve us.
[27:00] “Bring kindness back”—what everyone can do to make the world easier to live in.
[28:00] Compliments, connection, and simple acts of acknowledgment.
[29:00] Helping others without praise: Why unseen acts still matter.
[30:00] Final takeaway: Be kind. You don’t know what someone’s fighting.
[31:00] Judy’s final words: When no one’s around, be your own best encourager.
00:00 – Intro
Shane introduces himself and FQ3C – a behavioral achievement model focused on measuring personal progress.
00:40 – The Problem with Tracking Behavior
Shane explains how society relies on external models but lacks tools for tracking personal behavior on an individual level.
01:40 – Debunking Popular Motivational Myths
The danger of believing “just be consistent,” “just believe,” or “just take action.” Illustrations include jail time, candy bars, and toilets.
03:50 – Why Behavior Isn’t One-Dimensional
FQ3C includes 12 variables, but the 5 most transformative ones are:
Frequency
Quality
Consistency
Continuity
Clarity
05:00 – Smart Goals Are Dangerous
Shane challenges the effectiveness of SMART goals, explaining how they create a false sense of direction.
06:30 – Bagel Analogy
A humorous and powerful metaphor about running toward a goal, obstacles (cars, people, hot dogs), and improving continuity.
08:00 – Continuity Means Changing Your Environment
Why most “energy vampires” are people you trust. Reclaiming control over your surroundings is critical to progress.
09:50 – PTSD & Support Systems
Shane shares examples of when and why you need counseling, even after multiple failed attempts.
11:00 – You Can Start Over
A motivational reminder that you can hop on a Greyhound and change your life today.
12:00 – Applying the Model Across Life Areas
FQ3C works across business, faith, healing, and personal transformation. It’s not limited to one area.
13:00 – Data, Clarity & Environmental Barriers
Why clarity needs real data and awareness of limiting beliefs.
14:00 – How to Identify Vampires
Start with your goal. Then assess who supports it, who’s neutral, and who’s holding you back.
16:00 – Three Methods for Cutting Ties
Severance: Ghosting with intention
Handoff: Referring them to help resources
Line in the Sand: Setting conditions and enforcing them with love
20:00 – Character Revealed in Distance
Let people show their true behavior once you stop giving. Most won’t reach out. Shane shares his own 8-month identity reset story.
22:30 – Business Relationships & Boundaries
How this applies to team dynamics and toxic work environments. You can’t stay where you don’t align.
25:30 – Brutal Honesty & Setting Conditions in Love
Why setting boundaries is a sign of respect, not rejection. Holding people to standards benefits both sides.
27:00 – FQ3C: A Prerequisite to All Other Models
This isn’t personality typing—it’s for anyone (even plants). It’s the foundation for all meaningful achievement.
30:00 – Real World Results
Shane wrote a 62,000-word book in 16 days using the model. It’s about clarity and consistency, not magic.
32:00 – Insurance, Therapy & Behavioral Tracking
FQ3C can help bridge the gap between therapy outcomes and insurance requi
[00:00:00] Intro: Meet Brownell Landrum – Author & Explorer of Metaphysical Mysteries
[00:01:00] What is The Hero’s Playbook and who it’s for – writers and personal growth
[00:02:30] Her background: marketing, training, fiction and nonfiction writing
[00:03:00] How the Hero’s Journey structure inspired the book
[00:03:50] Why learning should be fun – and why this book is not low content
[00:04:45] The “You Are My Hero” page – reframing what makes a hero
[00:05:15] Nikki on not idolizing people due to their flaws – building healthy respect instead
[00:06:20] Complex, flawed characters make real heroes
[00:07:30] Wants vs Needs: what your hero really needs to grow
[00:08:45] Growth from idolizing celebrities to respecting people’s effort
[00:10:00] Why growth means seeing people as human, not perfect
[00:11:00] Brownell’s favorite fun activity: dice-based decision making
[00:13:00] Nikki on how she uses popsicle sticks for meal choices
[00:14:30] Simplicity and choice can relieve mental overwhelm
[00:16:15] Hero’s journey steps: ordinary world, call to adventure, refusal, change
[00:17:50] If life is too easy, you’re the villain – no growth, no depth
[00:18:30] Choosing a life with challenges – spiritually and emotionally
[00:20:00] Honest self-reflection through the playbook – going deeper
[00:21:45] Writing about yourself or a fictionalized version of yourself
[00:22:30] Letting the process reveal things slowly or deeply
[00:24:00] Nikki reflects on her own healing and the distance she’s come
[00:25:45] Brownell introduces “reverse optimism” – seeing growth in hindsight
[00:27:00] Sharing your story is heroic – even when it’s hard
[00:29:00] Therapy, triggers, and courage in podcasting
[00:30:30] Pitfalls Nikki avoids now thanks to her past lessons
[00:31:15] Helping others because of what you’ve been through
[00:32:30] Trusting your experiences – not needing to be “so great” to offer help
[00:33:00] Podcast as a tool to help others avoid walls you’ve hit
[00:34:00] Brownell’s story of spiritual creativity and “The Upstairs” guides
[00:35:30] Humor, trust, and metaphysical writing – surrendering control
[00:36:30] Dice wishes and handing your desires over to guidance
[00:37:45] Letting go, letting it unfold – faith in creativity and life
[00:39:00] Nikki’s views on personal space, sound, and open beliefs
[00:41:30] Brownell on reincarnation and writing fiction with dimension
[00:43:00] Exploring metaphysical mysteries – always staying curious
[00:44:15] Shakespeare, history, and trusting people to follow the breadcrumb trail
[00:45:30] The value of questions – not always answers
[00:46:00] Final thoughts – why stories matter and growth never ends
00:00 – 04:52 – Intro and first impressions of Cathy’s energy
04:53 – 09:30 – How Cathy got into vermicomposting (worm composting)
09:31 – 13:45 – Challenges in sharing a misunderstood passion
13:46 – 18:40 – What happens when your work is constantly met with resistance
18:41 – 23:59 – Cathy’s shift to laughter therapy and why it changed everything
24:00 – 29:12 – Exploring the science behind laughter yoga
29:13 – 35:00 – How Cathy balances mental health and entrepreneurial life
35:01 – 40:28 – Advice to people with unusual or niche business paths
40:29 – 45:47 – Trusting your purpose even when it feels uncomfortable
45:48 – End – Final thoughts, laughter demonstration, and closing remarks
[00:00] Introduction to Jennifer Fidder: Social Psychologist and Hypnotist
[00:40] Why clients usually come to hypnosis as a last resort
[01:30] Identifying root fears behind business procrastination and imposter syndrome
[03:00] Addressing the misconceptions of stage hypnosis vs. transformational hypnosis
[04:30] How perspective shifts create rapid change through hypnosis
[05:30] What hypnosis really does: accessing the subconscious safely
[06:30] Why Jennifer works online and uses non-trance-based hypnosis
[07:15] Clarifying common induction techniques like pendulum motion
[08:00] When hypnosis is not appropriate and referring to therapists
[09:20] Addressing skepticism: separating "woo-woo" from science
[10:30] The growing research base supporting hypnosis for chronic pain and more
[11:15] Jennifer’s background: from fitness trainer to NLP to hypnosis practitioner
[13:30] How working with entrepreneurs became her niche
[15:00] The two types of clients she sees: self-aware vs. unclear
[16:00] Helping clients identify root causes like fear of success or failure
[17:30] Why procrastination and perfectionism are only symptoms
[19:00] The subconscious mind’s drive to keep us safe and how it sabotages growth
[20:00] Secret businesses, fake productivity, and self-sabotage
[21:00] Reframing burnout and overwhelm: priorities and boundaries
[22:30] Core message: understand your subconscious and make it work for you
[23:00] Why mindset is non-negotiable in business success
[24:00] Personal story from the host on trauma, resilience, and rebuilding mental health
[27:00] Learning to forgive yourself and break unhealthy family cycles
[30:00] Stories of overcoming anxiety, triggers, and avoidance behaviors
[33:00] The trap of victim mindset and choosing to take action
[35:00] Safety, old trauma, and how the subconscious tries to protect us
[38:00] Boundaries, sensory overwhelm, and navigating public spaces with trauma
[42:00] What healing looks like: consistency, support, and self-awareness
[44:00] Touch, consent, and respecting triggers in community spaces
[47:00] Understanding trauma responses and social patterns with humor and grace
[50:00] You have to take steps—no one else can do the healing for you
[53:00] The role of therapy, the wrong therapist, and finding the right support
[56:00] Recognizing you're no longer a victim, even if you were one
[59:00] Knowing your boundaries and therapist compatibility
[01:01:00] Final thoughts: keep going, one minute at a time, and stay on the planet
00:00 – Alan's Current Business Overview
Running an 8-figure e-commerce operation and launching a trading fund
Transition from law to entrepreneurship
01:00 – The Early Grind: 80-Hour Weeks & the NYC Commute
Burnout from legal career
Starting e-commerce as a side hustle with his wife
03:00 – Scaling Up: From Dropshipping to Stocking Inventory
Early challenges and rapid pivots
The move to Texas for logistical optimization
05:00 – Learning to Lead in a Warehouse World
Leasing space without experience
Hiring former fulfillment center manager
Shipping challenges in extreme heat
07:00 – Growth Strategy and Multi-Warehouse Expansion
Warehouses in Pennsylvania and California
Remote operations and strategic scaling
08:00 – The COVID Crash: Exhaustion, Supply Chain Chaos & Pressure
Operating as an essential business during lockdown
Staff anxiety, childcare gaps, and commitment burnout
10:00 – Alan’s Flex-Time Innovation
Creating a system where employees schedule themselves
Boosting productivity by reducing pressure
Employees seeking raises and returning to stability
13:00 – Middle Management Mayhem
Alan’s issues with HR and traditional management
Replacing managers with promoted team members
Real examples from Walmart and corporate life
17:00 – Remote Work vs Office Life: Alan's First Principles Approach
Why forcing people back doesn’t always make sense
Context-based decisions and team needs
Frustrations with traditional leadership thinking
21:00 – Burnout & Breakdown: The Hidden Mental Health Cost
Rebuilding a warehouse post-crisis
Sleeping on-site, nonstop work, and aging overnight
Cholesterol spikes, hormone crashes, and gas station food
29:00 – Personal Reflection and Hard Boundaries
Letting go of toxic family
Ending the “Bank of Alan”
Finding peace through separation
35:00 – Depression, Doctors & Medication
Issues with oversimplified diagnoses
The importance of second opinions
Nikki shares her own mental health experience
46:00 – Final Thoughts: Change Is Always Possible
Whether escaping burnout, abuse, or chaos—it’s not hopeless
Practical advice on changing your environment
Encouragement to talk, ask for help, and take care of yourself
📋 Full Timestamped Show Notes
[00:00:00] Introduction – Lindsay shares her background as a therapist, speaker, and author.
[00:00:50] Fixing vs. Helping – The “sunny side of control” quote and why our desire to fix things often masks our own anxiety.
[00:03:00] Venting vs. Problem-Solving – Nikki shares her view on venting and being misunderstood when all she wants is to be heard.
[00:04:30] The Pressure Cooker Analogy – Nikki’s take on emotional release and what people really need in the moment.
[00:05:45] Co-Rumination – Lindsay explains how venting can become destructive when it crosses into shared emotional escalation.
[00:07:15] Emotional Support vs. Solutions – The difference between solving the flat tire vs. helping with the stress it causes.
[00:09:00] Nikki's Story: Fear, Safety, and Anxiety – Personal experience of a blowout and how safety matters more than the “fix.”
[00:12:00] Emotional Needs Underneath Situations – Using loneliness or abandonment as core examples hidden beneath surface events.
[00:15:00] Trust, Punctuality, and Respect – Nikki shares how broken trust feels and why being on time is more than a habit.
[00:20:00] Situational Grace vs. Chronic Disrespect – Where to draw the line between understanding and walking away.
[00:24:00] Time Blindness and Boundaries – When mental health becomes an excuse vs. when it needs accommodations.
[00:28:00] Lateness Triggers and Internal Consequences – Lindsay opens up about the unpredictable nature of her own reactions.
[00:32:00] Social Rules and Double Standards – Why we forgive some lateness (like doctors) but not others.
[00:34:00] Late to the Rehearsal Dinner – A story of how chronic lateness can end relationships.
[00:36:00] Respect, Calendars, and Communication – Nikki and Lindsay agree on what it means to take other people’s time seriously.
[00:41:00] Computer Files and Digital Chaos – Nikki shares why she organizes her digital world differently than her physical one.
[00:45:00] Email Habits and Boundaries – Morning, mid-day, and evening email checks to avoid constant distraction.
[00:51:00] Overchecking and the Myth of Staying on Top – When checking email becomes procrastination.
[01:00:00] CRMs, Organization Tools, and Real-World Fixes – Why tech tools can make or break small business systems.
[01:08:00] File Naming Systems and Backup Plans – How Nikki manages client folders, naming conventions, and backups.
[01:14:00] Common Disorganization Traps – Like saving to your desktop or missing important calls due to mislabeling.
[01:20:00] Business Risks of Disorganization – Missed leads, tax errors, broken trust, and operational damage.
[01:26:00] Top Advice: Start Small – Simple steps to start organizing your files, calendar, and systems.
[01:30:00] Final Thoughts – Don’t go big and burn out. Tiny consistent actions will keep your business (and brain) running smoother.
[00:00:00] – Alisa introduces herself, her trauma background, and why she became a licensed therapist.
[00:01:30] – Nikki asks about Alisa’s accent; Alisa shares her immigrant experience and early trauma.
[00:02:45] – Deep discussion on the concept of “going back” to who you were before trauma.
[00:04:00] – Nikki shares her foster care story, abuse history, and frustration with society’s perception of “pillars of the community.”
[00:06:00] – Alisa explains why grieving former selves is often part of healing and evolution.
[00:07:30] – Discussing different forms of trauma and how unmet needs in childhood shape adult relationships.
[00:08:30] – The complexity of emotional neglect, even in seemingly “okay” homes.
[00:09:00] – Nikki explains her strong stance against group therapy based on personal experiences.
[00:12:00] – Alisa agrees that group therapy is not for everyone; facilitator education matters.
[00:14:30] – Importance of safe group environments and competent guidance.
[00:15:30] – Introduction of self-care tools like the Finch app; daily goals and mental health apps.
[00:17:30] – Nikki and Alisa talk about CBT, EMDR, and how tools can be adapted when certain sensations don’t work for clients.
[00:20:00] – Nikki shares a story of a therapist claiming to cure bipolar disorder in 30 days – and the damage that caused.
[00:22:00] – The difference between wanting the pain to end and actually being suicidal; discussion on suicidal ideation and therapeutic misunderstanding.
[00:24:00] – Nikki shares more about the “wall” she built between herself and suicidal action due to her mother’s past.
[00:26:00] – How building protective systems helps long-term survival.
[00:28:00] – Removing some walls while protecting others: evolution of healing over 10 years of therapy.
[00:30:00] – A miscommunication with a guest and reflections on how trauma shows up in words.
[00:32:00] – Alisa strongly advises against trauma coaching and explains ethical concerns around unlicensed trauma professionals.
[00:33:00] – How Alisa continues to educate herself and treats her work as a mission.
[00:34:00] – Humor in therapy; Nikki shares how she and her therapist use dark humor to manage heavy topics.
[00:37:00] – Nikki talks about rage toward generic therapy questions like “how did that make you feel?”
[00:39:00] – Breaking problems into small steps vs. getting overwhelmed by the big picture.
[00:41:00] – Importance of co-creating a therapy approach that fits the client’s personality.
[00:42:30] – First impressions and how clients can (and should) request a different therapist if needed.
[00:44:00] – Nikki’s preference for female therapists and early bad experiences with mismatched ones.
[00:46:00] – Therapy intake process, biosocial assessments, and navigating first sessions.
[00:48:00] – Talk therapy and trauma: when it helps, when it doesn’t.
[00:50:00] – Systemic misunderstandings about trauma healing and how therapists can do harm.
[00:00] Intro – Meet Ashwin Gulati, author of Soul Venture, and his global journey from India to Silicon Valley
[01:30] Ashwin’s personal backstory: early jobs, college in the U.S. and U.K., and what led him to startups
[03:45] From side hustles in Europe to launching his first U.S. company in 1997
[05:20] Why writing Soul Venture wasn’t just a business move—it was deeply personal
[06:50] The cost of vulnerability: publishing a book after decades of privacy
[08:05] Explaining startup culture to solopreneurs—what it really means to “start something big”
[10:00] Freedom vs. fantasy: how startup founders often create 20 bosses instead of one
[11:25] Tips from the trenches – why self-care should be part of your business model
[13:10] Core Dream Team vs. Business Dream Team: the therapists and coaches behind sustainable success
[14:45] Timing: the invisible killer of startups
[16:15] Customers, cashflow, and chaos – hard truths about what breaks a business
[17:10] Solopreneur vs. entrepreneur: defining the difference and pros/cons of each
[19:00] Nikki shares her story: how her accidental business still challenges her daily
[21:30] Burnout, drive, and trauma: what your body knows that your business ignores
[23:40] Why personal growth matters more than perfection in business
[25:10] The hardest kind of startup? Restaurants—and why they fail so often
[27:30] Tech startups vs. hospitality: comparing chaos and complexity
[30:00] Team conflict, expectations, and the reality of startup HR
[33:00] Managing people vs. managing a product—where most founders fall short
[35:10] Ashwin’s first startup: a 1997 research tool that predated Pinterest
[37:00] The dot-com bust, pivoting, and surviving as a founder
[38:30] Music talk – from disco kids to Taylor Swift and staying power in both business and pop culture
[40:30] Closing thoughts – the need for honest conversations in the startup world
[41:15] Where to find Soul Venture and connect with Ashwin
[00:00:00] Meet Hillary Cisco – from glass artist to web design expert for wellness-driven brands
[00:01:00] Why she left corporate tech & networking: spiders, walls, and “no thanks!”
[00:03:00] Yoga, tech, and teaching: bridging heart and systems
[00:05:00] How Hillary uses NLP to create emotional connections in web design
[00:07:00] The role of colors, images, and language in conversions
[00:08:00] The problem with "just throwing words" on a website
[00:10:00] Websites as a living tool – why you shouldn’t wait for perfect
[00:11:00] Using sensory language to match how people process information
[00:12:00] Chunking: why breaking content into small bites matters
[00:14:00] Conflicting website feedback & pricing transparency debates
[00:17:00] Customization and collaboration: helping clients shape solutions
[00:18:00] Hillary’s tech background: support, automation, integration, and coaching
[00:20:00] Yoga, wellness, and building websites that feel human
[00:22:00] SEO basics: Search Console, keywords, and using real-world language
[00:24:00] Why networking matters more for SEO than you might think
[00:25:00] Local SEO tips and examples from movers and neighborhood keywords
[00:27:00] Engaging, entertaining, educational: Hillary’s 3 E’s of content
[00:28:00] Nikki and Hillary talk networking groups like BNI—what works, what doesn’t
[00:32:00] Finding groups that fit you, not just your industry
[00:35:00] Nikki breaks down early signs of burnout (physical, emotional, behavioral)
[00:37:00] Dark humor and mental health: how laughter helps with regulation
[00:40:00] Balancing business needs with personal limits in high-demand settings
[00:42:00] Self-care and support systems—don’t do this alone
[00:45:00] What happens when burnout gets too far and how therapy can help
[00:47:00] Creative space as healing: audio books, fantasy, meditation, gaming
[00:50:00] Nikki’s take: escaping through books vs. gaming with friends
[00:52:00] Rage weeding, outdoor healing, and the importance of breaks
[00:54:00] Allergies, smells, and sensory overload in the real world
[00:56:00] Why listening to your body isn't optional—especially with chronic illness
[00:00–01:30] Meet Jyoti – Romance writer sharing Punjabi culture and mental health themes
[01:30–04:30] A toxic HR experience: pay disparities, write-ups, and broken trust
[04:30–07:30] PTSD, remote work accommodations, and navigating workplace pressure
[07:30–10:00] How documentation became survival: emails, warnings, and legal gray areas
[10:00–12:00] Reporting unethical practices and protecting clients’ privacy
[12:00–15:00] New job opportunities and why Jyoti’s moving on (with receipts)
[15:00–17:30] Nepotism, favoritism, and a workplace clique culture
[17:30–20:00] Knowing your rights and seeking disability accommodation help
[20:00–22:30] How to protect yourself when the workplace turns toxic
[22:30–24:00] CYA: What everyone should know about protecting their work history
[24:00–28:00] Nikki shares the realities of entrepreneurship—flexibility, failure, and financial risks
[28:00–33:00] Mental health, loneliness, and how to stay grounded while running your own business
[33:00–36:00] Why balance is hard—but worth the fight—and how gaming, books, and routine help
[36:00–End] Jyoti’s next chapter: editing services, growth, and writing for healing
[00:00] David Creel introduces himself as the Blind Spot Coach
[01:00] His journey to coaching through a Zig Ziglar certification
[02:00] The first step with clients: understanding where you are, not just where you want to go
[03:00] Hunger Games analogy and coaching as the guide archetype
[04:00] Helping clients define realistic goals
[06:00] The power of insight and identifying automatic, predictable behaviors
[08:00] Coaching style: bespoke and custom to each person
[09:00] Client story: helping a LEGO artist solve a problem in 10 minutes
[11:00] The importance of conversation in coaching
[12:30] Creating space for breakthroughs and shifts in language
[14:00] Why live Zoom calls are David’s preferred method
[16:00] Overview of David’s book Road Trip and his events
[17:30] How to get the book and audiobook as a gift
[19:00] David’s 762-day streak with his morning routine
[21:00] The trick: commit to one day at a time
[22:00] Why B+ work is enough to get started
[24:00] Nikki opens up about mental illness, effort, and the difference that doing makes
[28:00] Rebuilding after depression through small steps and community
[30:00] Mental health and tough love: Don’t stop, adapt
[32:00] David introduces “What should I do from now on?” framework
[33:00] Responding vs reacting — owning your next move
[35:00] Language shift: changing “have to” into “get to”
[37:00] One step at a time mindset and reducing overwhelm
[38:30] Example of breaking big goals into smaller and smaller steps
[40:00] Holiday special: lessons from stop-motion Christmas movies
[41:00] Insight from a mental health quote Nikki saw on Facebook
[42:00] Hope as the foundation of change
[43:00] 1% change over time: how it adds up
[45:00] Looking back to see your progress, one tiny improvement at a time
[46:00] Knowledge is only potential power — action creates real change
[47:00] Closing: Free book + audio for listeners and a heartfelt hope that someone’s life changes
[00:00] Jason introduces his background in behavior analysis, leadership, and the military
[01:00] Lessons from Army leadership—why micromanagement fails
[03:30] Servant leadership vs. command and control
[06:00] How servant leadership transforms teams, families, and businesses
[08:00] The real roots of toxic masculinity and redefining it
[10:30] The masculine wound explained through 4 archetypes
[13:00] White Knight, Tyrant, Nice Guy, and Lone Wolf breakdown
[16:00] Jason’s coaching style and the importance of flexible plans
[18:00] Trust and communication as the foundation of leadership
[20:00] The 5 controllables every man must master
[21:00] TRACE vs SHADE behaviors and why they matter
[23:30] Comfort as a trap—and why discomfort drives growth
[25:00] Jason’s most rewarding client breakthroughs
[27:00] Nikki and Jason on business authenticity vs. chasing money
[31:00] Dunning-Kruger effect in the expert economy
[33:00] Why problem-solving matters more than money
[36:00] PAIS framework: Problem, Agitation, Insight, Solution
[40:00] Nikki on being real vs. scripted authenticity
[44:00] How honesty builds leadership and trust
[46:30] Co-creating healthy leadership relationships between men and women
[50:00] Leadership = Responsibility, not Authority
[54:00] The janitor as a leader – redefining leadership at all levels
[56:00] Can everyone be their own business owner?
[58:00] Jason envisions a future of collaborative independent businesses
[00:00:00] Introduction – Amelia’s story, Ruff Ryders, and being a “SheEO”
[00:01:00] Why vision and mission matter in personal and business growth
[00:03:00] The four steps to success: Vision, Mission, Direction, Collaboration
[00:04:30] Passion vs. profit – why choosing joy matters
[00:06:00] Removing “dead weights” and facing fear to rise
[00:08:00] Prioritizing yourself as a woman, mother, or nurturer
[00:10:00] Position equals perception – how others view your leadership
[00:12:00] Questions to ask before you collaborate with others
[00:15:00] The power of boundaries and saying no
[00:16:00] Nikki and Amelia unpack real-life communication challenges
[00:23:00] Blunt vs. mean – how tone and delivery affect perception
[00:28:00] Execution over explanation – balancing compassion and productivity
[00:34:00] Compliments, authenticity, and handling social tension
[00:36:00] Culture, gender, and communication in the workplace
[00:42:00] Music therapy – how music helps emotional regulation
[00:47:00] Why jazz and certain frequencies affect emotions
[00:50:00] Childhood trauma, emotional repression, and healing through music
[00:54:00] Music and physical health – movement, rhythm, and recovery
[01:01:00] Energy, plants, and how intention transforms your space
[01:08:00] Final thoughts – do you, be you, and challenge yourself to grow
[00:00:00] Meet Victoria Gallagher – Law of Attraction expert, hypnotherapist, and author
[00:01:00] The two extremes of manifesting: passive dreamers vs overactive doers
[00:03:00] Why alignment includes feelings, beliefs, and action
[00:06:00] The biggest misconception: sitting still vs being in motion
[00:09:00] Why affirmations alone won’t work (and how to fix it)
[00:12:00] Tithing, blessings, and the difference between correlation and causation
[00:16:00] Real-life story: How $6K returned after investing in purpose
[00:20:00] On asking for help: cereal prayers, stuck choices, and subconscious fear
[00:25:00] Everyone is doing the best they can with what they know
[00:29:00] Book: Practical Law of Attraction – the 8 manifesting conditions
[00:31:00] Transition: Navigating hard days and planned grief
[00:34:00] Grief days: what they are, how they feel, and why they linger
[00:37:00] The self-care checklist for emotional survival
[00:40:00] When grief doesn’t fade: Jenga trauma and unhealed layers
[00:45:00] Choosing distraction, grounding, and support over isolation
[00:50:00] Remember who you are: Why you’re still here and still worthy
[00:53:00] Giving yourself permission to grieve—and also to live again
[00:56:00] Final message: Gentle strength for those on hard days
[00:00] Heidi introduces herself and her 27 years in law enforcement
[01:00] The turning point: seeing a former student in juvenile holding
[02:45] Realizing minors were being trafficked — and law enforcement’s initial blind spots
[04:00] How female officers get involved in undercover roles
[05:15] Evolution in policing — from arresting victims to supporting them
[06:30] Why early views of prostitution missed the trafficking behind it
[07:00] Media vs reality: documentaries and what’s really happening in the U.S.
[08:10] PBS's Sex Trafficking in America and Heidi’s unit
[09:30] Sentencing changes: why traffickers now face longer prison terms
[10:30] Explaining coercion and control to juries
[12:00] The psychological trap: why victims don’t leave even when they "can"
[13:15] Domestic violence parallels and why threats work
[14:30] The manipulation cycle — grooming, control, and isolation
[15:30] What victim advocates do and how they support recovery
[17:00] Heidi’s long undercover career and why she stayed
[18:00] Red flags and indicators of trafficking (branding, tattoos, control, hotel keys)
[20:00] How and when to report — national vs local hotlines, 911
[22:30] Why people don’t call — and why you should
[24:00] "Snitch" culture vs saving a life
[25:30] The harsh reality: traffickers still operate from prison
[27:00] Tech access in jail and what needs to change
[28:00] Starting her business: A Chance for Awareness
[29:00] Why trafficking education is critical for businesses and parents
[30:30] Heidi’s book: Talk to Them and teaching kids digital safety
[32:00] Catfishing pimps — undercover tactics and nationwide targeting
[33:30] Sextortion and fake profiles — the danger to boys and teens
[35:00] Parent tips — no naked photos, no secrets, open communication
[37:00] AI threats and image misuse
[39:00] Teaching kids to recognize creepers and self-police
[41:00] Why vigilante justice hurts more than it helps
[43:00] How to truly help: volunteer, donate, advocate
[44:30] Why some kids can’t go home — need for safe placements
[45:30] Final thoughts on how communities can step up
[00:00] Nikki’s intro & trigger warning
[01:00] Sabrina introduces Oso Safe and her mission
[02:00] Personal history of abuse and the long path to healing
[04:00] Dance as a form of therapy and expression
[05:00] Home Sweet Home – one-woman show that birthed Oso Safe
[06:30] Statistics on abuse and how they shaped her vision
[08:00] Respect as the foundation of a safe home
[09:00] What is Oso Safe Certification?
[10:30] Four components of the certification: policy, seminar, app, and therapist
[12:00] Children's voices matter: how the kids' book and Safe Chair give them agency
[15:00] The app that detects violent movement in real time
[16:30] Mental health as part of tenancy – therapy becomes lifestyle
[20:00] Foster homes, inclusion, and healing all household types
[26:00] Vetting therapists and the dangers of dismissive therapy
[30:00] Nikki shares her personal experiences and healing journey
[34:00] Learning to accept calm, respectful relationships
[38:00] Breaking the cycle of abuse
[43:00] Culture is not an excuse for abuse
[47:00] Parenting with communication, not fear
[51:00] Dangers of pornography and sexual abuse by women
[56:00] Final thoughts: Everyone deserves to feel safe at home
