246 – Michael Mataluni – Kick Ass Dad Podcast – Passionate Parenting In A Volatile World
David is excited to have Michael Mataluni joining him today. Michael is a proud father of 3 children. He is a successful author of a podcast entitled Kick Ass Dad | Passionate Parenting in a Volatile World and has become an influential voice in the Personal Development community. He is very passionate about raising the consciousness of individuals and families. And his focus on service is paramount to his mission. Michael is currently creating community gardens that bring neighbors together for a common purpose. He believes that it is by healing the family, that we can heal our communities and ultimately the world. He works with Kauses4Kids to develop community centers that give poor children access to musical instruments, cutting edge education, and sustainable agriculture. On Today’s show you will learn: What inspired Michael? Challenges of being a DAD. When to mentor your kids. You don’t have to be a PERFECT parent to be a GREAT parent. What we see in our kids, why we over protect our kids. Love is not ENOUGH. Look at your actions and ask great questions. Kids will EXCEL at something they are good at. What ENERGIZES you? Having a Purpose. This is an amazing show, Michael has a very gentle heart, is loving father and today he will share some of his Myths on parenting and how he can help you find out what you’re passionate about, what are you good at and how you can see results. Make sure you tune into Michael’s show and learn more about being a Kick Ass Guy, Dad & Parent. Ten Parenting myths and how to destroy them Useful links: http://kickassdadblog.com Kick Ass Dad | Passionate Parenting in a Volatile World Todays Songs: Paul Simon – Father & Daughter Cat Stevens – Father & Son Todays Quotes: Experience is something you get just after you need it “If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales.” ― Albert Einstein Children must be taught how to think Not what to think...
245 – 600 Seconds – Robert Kiyosaki – Rich Dad Poor Dad’s Wealth Secrets
On todays show, David talks about Robert Kiyosaki’s book Rich Dad Poor Dad and explores 6 Wealth Tips. This short and sweet podcast will give you clear insight and some take aways to start implementing immediately Quote: Robert T. Kiyosaki, Entrepreneur and Author “Network marketing gives people the opportunity, with very low risk and very low financial commitment, to build their own income-generating asset and acquire great wealth. What you will learn on todays show: What the Rich Work For What we should be learning What to focus on in order to create wealth A way to avoid taxes How the Rich invent money What we need to learn The Five BIG obstacles stopping most getting RICH Fear Cynicism Laziness Bad Habits Arrogance And all this in just over 600 seconds. Well… actually almost 14 minutes as David really tried to CRAM a lot in. 🙂 The Silly facts on Todays Show: The world’s termites outweigh the world’s humans 10 to 1 Pound for pound, hamburgers cost more than new cars. The 3 most valuable brand names on earth: Marlboro, Coca-Cola, and Budweiser, in that order. Elephants can’t jump. Every other mammal can. Most American car horns honk in the key of F. In Cleveland, Ohio, it’s illegal to catch mice without a hunting license. It takes 3,000 cows to supply the NFL with enough leather for a year’s supply of footballs. Songs On Todays Show: The Who – Baba O’Riely The Who – Won’t Get Fooled Again The Who – Who Are...
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...