255 – Solo – Nelson Mandela’s Wisdom for a Life of Impact and Purpose
David is inspired to share the life and impact of one of his great hero’s Nelson Mandela as he shares his story with Oprah and demonstrates what is great statesmanship. David explores the power inside Nelson Mandela’s heart that he wielded for such great impact in the world, which is the same power we all have, and have in spades, but we often don’t have the courage to access it. What You Will Learn on Todays Show What true humility is What happens when anger rules How to use your brain to create peace How simple it is to change the world How Nelson Mandela allowed others to be tolerant 19 Inspirational Quotes from Nelson Mandela http://www.lusakatimes.com/2013/12/16/19-inspirational-quotes-nelson-mandela/ The Top Ten Songs for Nelson Mandela http://www.thenation.com/blog/175037/top-ten-songs-about-nelson-mandela# Nelson Mandela on Oprah http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0i-BH3HXT24 Book Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela Quotes from Today: Man’s goodness is flame that can be hidden, but never extinguished. – Nelson Mandela A good head and a good heart are a formidable combination. – Nelson Mandela I am fundamentally an optimist. Whether that comes from nature or nurture, I cannot say. Part of being optimistic is keeping ones head pointed towards the sun…ones feet moving forward. There were many dark moments when my faith in humanity was sorely tested. But I would not and could not give myself up to despair. That way lays defeat and death. – Nelson Mandela Songs from Today: Shakira – Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) Paul Simon – Diamonds On the Soles of Her Shoes Paul Simon – Graceland Paul Simon – Under African Skies...
251 – Solo – Finding and Pursuing Your Path to Your Happiness – with special guests Peta, Sanj, Chris and Jen
Today, David checks in from Thatch Caye, Belize with Peta from Australia, Sanj from Toronto, Chris from Phoenix and and Jen to discuss the amazing activities and adventures they are doing this week on the island and their personal transformations. This is a truly fantastic podcast with so many nuggets of real wisdom from people across the world who have made important changes in their lives. Things they discuss are: How to make the commitment to listen to our heart and Expecting more of ourselves to change ourselves Letting go of people in your life who aren’t celebrating you Discovering, listening to, and pursuing your ‘why’ The joy of retiring your mom and paying off her mortgage Changing from ‘traditional’ business path to personal development and financial freedom Dealing with being ‘angry’ and run down from a traditional ‘JOB’ Regaining you youth and innocence Getting out of the common rat race Breaking through the ‘fear’ that stops people from making the necessary change The difference between ‘being interested’ and ‘being committed’ The power of believing in yourself Changing from dabbling to committing so you can drive your own success Destroying the limiting belief of “you’re never good enough” The importance of daily gratitude The value of showing up as you and authenticity (who you really are and what feels good to you) and living a life of service Investing in YOURSELF Becoming the person that I was looking for Books Mentioned today: The Go Giver: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea – by Bob Burg and John David Man Magic of Thinking Big: Acquire the Secrets of Success … Achieve Everything Everything You’ve Always Wanted – by David J. Schwartz The Slide Edge: Turning Simple Disciplines Into Massive Success – by Jeff Olson Me Before You: – by Jojo...
243 – Solo – David Steindl-Rast The Secret to Happiness
On todays show David explores the connection between Happiness and Gratitude and through the amazing work of David Steindl-Rast shares a very simple three step system that will allow you to be present enough to truly experience gratitude and happiness What you will Learn on Today’s Show: Which comes first, Happiness or Gratitude How Gratitude Works A Simple Three Step System that Will Allow you To Truly Live Gratitude Some of David’s Stories of Gratitude in real life situations Some great songs from country to Bing Crosby Dedication: Albert Riddle & Family Todays Quotes: Sometimes the best way to appreciate something is to Be without it for a while What I focus on Expands How to have a great day 1) Wake up 2) Be Grateful Todays Songs: Johnny Cash – Thanks a Lot Bing Crosby – Thanks – (With Jimmie Grier & his Orchestra) Amy Grant & John Hiatt – Thank Someone Chatham Country Line – Thanks Bob Hope & Shirley Ross – Thanks for the Memories Todays Links: David Steindl-Rast TED Talk Want to be Happy? Be Grateful http://www.ted.com/talks/david_steindl_rast_want_to_be_happy_be_grateful.html The one thing all humans have in common is that each of us wants to be happy, says Brother David Steindl-Rast, a monk and interfaith scholar. And happiness, he suggests, is born from gratitude. An inspiring lesson in slowing down, looking where you’re going, and above all, being grateful. Brother David Steindl-Rast, a Benedictine monk, meditates and writes on “the gentle power” of...
242 – Margo Talbot – All That Glitters – A Journey Through Addiction and Depression
On today’s show David is excited to be talking to Margo Talbot. Margo is a writer and climber living in Canmore, Alberta, where she immerses herself in the Rocky Mountains of Canada. She spends her time speaking; writing and teaching people hot to climb. A sponsored athlete with Outdoor Research, her goal is to introduce as many people as possible to the activity that literally saved her life. Margo credits physical activity and her relationship with nature as the driving forces in her healing journey through addiction and depression, a journey chronicled in her tell-all expose, All That Glitters. On Today’s show Margo will share: Her struggles with depression, through her teens, in her 20’s and early 30’s What is cause-based depression? How she experienced joy for the first time The importance of surrounding yourself with POSITIVE, happy people, being outdoors, eating healthy Our culture and childhood depression Facing suicide, and feeling hopelessness Struggling with addictions from a young age Steps to live a Happier Life The importance of trusting yourselves What an amazing podcast. Margo’s words are beautiful, she is encouraging, strong and loves nature. She will describe her book “All That Glitters: A Climbers Journey through Addiction and Depression” and how it can help others who are suffering. Useful links: http://www.allthatglittersbook.com/about/ Warren Macdonald Incredible Story http://www.thekickasslife.com/podcasts/208-warren-macdonald-survives-thrives-and-inspires/ Todays Songs: Boomtown Rats – I don’t like Mondays John Denver – Rocky Mountain High Todays Quotes: EXPRESSING GRATITUDE “Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.” – William Arthur Ward THE VIRTUE OF THANKFULNESS “A thankful heart is not only the greatest virtue, but the parent of all the other virtues.” – Cicero THE SPARK FROM OTHERS “At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” – Albert Schweitzer WHAT TO BE THANKFUL FOR “Let us rise up and be thankful, for if we didn’t learn a lot today, at least we learned a little, and if we didn’t learn a little, at least we didn’t get sick, and if we got sick, at least we didn’t die; so, let us all be thankful.” – Buddha SILENT GRATITUDE “Silent gratitude isn’t very much to anyone.” – Gertrude Stein WHY BEING GRATEFUL IS GOOD FOR YOU “Opportunities, relationships, even money flowed my way when I learned to be grateful no matter what happened in my life.” – Oprah Winfrey THE LINK BETWEEN ART AND GRATITUDE “The essence of all beautiful art, all great art, is gratitude.” –...
241 – 600 Second – Cultural Challenge
David explores culture today and offers you a cultural challenge this week that could open up all kinds of wonderful new connections. He also shares some comedy from Jerry Seinfeld and some amazing fun facts from England, Poland, Zambia, Italy and the USA. What You Will Learn on Todays Show How David connected with and invited a total stranger from Kenya to his home for dinner What happened the day that David was given his Canadian passport A story of David and a Polish taxi driver who refused to let him pay. Full Hour of Stand Up with Jerry Seinfeld http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NS2waCMeokE Todays Songs Queen – Crazy Little Things Called Love Queen – I Want to Break Free Todays Challenge This is your chance to make a new friend from a different culture, to get to know them and their traditions and invite them to come and break bread with you and your family in your own unique cultural way. The KickAss Life Gratitude Week – Monday: Culture Share your story with our community on our Facebook page (http://DavidOnFacebook.com) and tell us what you are most grateful for about your culture. Thanks in advance for...
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