296 – 600 Seconds – The Healing Power of Friendship
The healing power and importance of friendship is well understated. The studies, statistics and clarity around the value of friends is reaching an all time high. They show that no matter what is going on with life one of he absolute keys to health, happiness and success are our friends. No other factor has a greater impact on our health than friendship and love and the number #1 key to a lasting marriage is also friendship. Let’s take a listen and think through the ways we can strengthen our current friendships and make new ones. This week’s mission: Go first and make one new friend! Brain Regan – Very Funny http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVRVA3mun3Q 50 Weird Facts http://www.livin3.com/blogs/positive-life-blog/9939728-50-cool-and-weird-fun-facts-that-you-should-know Stats on friendship http://www.ladivalatina.com/willyoubemyfriend.html Songs Old Time Rock and Roll – Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band Turn the Page – Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet...
294 – Andrea Owen – 52 Ways to Live a Kick-Ass Life
Today David is so GRATEFUL to be interviewing Andrea Owen. Andrea owns the ‘YOUR KICKASS LIFE’ brand and has allowed David to share part of this name to use for this podcast over the years! Andrea is an author, coach mentor, and certified life coach who helps women get what they want by facing their fears and limiting beliefs that are holding them back, taking radical action along the way, and stepping into their own kick-ass version of themselves. She has helped hundreds of people manage their inner-critic to break through and live their most kick-ass life. When she’s not juggling her full coaching practice, Andrea is busy playing roller derby under the name “Veronica Vain”, competing in triathlons, chasing her 6 year-old son and 4 year-old daughter or making out with her husband, Jason. Today Andrea will talk about: Why she chose to live a Kickass Life. Her journey and why she decided to write her book 52 Ways to Live a Kick-Ass Life. Her fears and what helps her move forward. Getting her Book Deal and the process. Tips to create a following. Some of her favorite chapters in the book. Apologize from your HEART. The importance of giving a straight answer. Being authentic. Why do so many of us say YES and want to PLEASE others? What a beautiful show! Andrea is amazing and fun, she shares so many touching stories about her life and her book. This is a must read, and will resonate with so many of us. Useful Links: http://facebook.com/yourkickasslife www.yourkickasslife.com Book: 52 Ways to Live a Kick-Ass Life by Andrea Owen (Kindle)...
285 – Crystal Flaman – Unlock Your Passion and Purpose
Social Entrepreneur and Athlete, Crystal Flaman. David is extremely excited to have the opportunity to interview this amazing woman who lives here in beautiful Kelowna! Crystal’s is the owner of the Kelowna International Hostel, an international travellers hostel in BC, Canada, an 11 x Ironman finisher, 273 km Ultra-marathoner and she has cycled across Canada on the first tandem bike to cross the country, with her twin sister. She’s the creator of Imagine The Ripple Effect and the Inspiring Tin Of Wisdom, that now has 7 different themes and she’s also the author of The 90 Day Intentional Living Challenge and has just written A Village Inspired (Simple Ideas To Live A Long, Healthy and Happy Life). Her personal mission in life is to make a difference in the world. She’s raised over 1.4 million dollars for various charities including the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, the Canadian Diabetes Association and Room To Read through her work and athletic endeavours. On today’s show Crystal will share: How words of encouragement are so powerful. Her experience and how she started doing Ironman’s and then on to Ultra Marathons. The importance of surrendering to what is going on with you, being open with your heart and mind. How to discover what your are truly made of. Having a RIPPLE EFFECT and what this means to Crystal. How the Tin of Wisdom was born and what it is. Great tips on how to be accountable and following through on things you set out to do. Making our journey from our heads to our hearts and from success to significance Crystal is so kind and her language is beautiful. She shares amazing stories of being an athlete, going on amazing adventures, how she became an owner of a local hostel and about her HEART wanting to BURST open. She is so very kind and is truly living a kickass life. You don’t want to miss this amazing show and be sure to listen to the end! Contact Crystal and she will help you to find out your purpose, you will clearly know this in about 3 minutes. Email her at [email protected]. Favorite Quotes: “We are each of us angels with only one wing, and we can only fly by embracing one another.” “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of...
279 – Warren Buffett’s 10 Ways to Get Rich
Today, David discusses the ever important topic of money, money, money! For most of us, there is a point in our lives when we do not have enough money to buy life’s essentials. David talks about his story when he arrived to Kelowna, British Columbia and simply stepped off the bus with his back pack and nothing else and how he focused his effort and drive, step by step, to get him to the lifestyle he currently leads of service, generosity and wealth. He shares his lessons learned and discusses some key tips for creating wealth from someone he admires for his consistent and noble path for success, Warren Buffett. Useful Links: Warren Buffett’s 10 Ways to Get Rich The Best Advice Warren Buffet Ever Recieved (YouTube) Todays Songs: Money Honey – Lady Gaga Money – Pink Floyd Money Make Her Smile – Bruce Mars Money – Grace Potter & The Nocturnals Money For Nothing – Dire Straits Todays Quotes: Money was never a big motivator for me, Except as a way to keep score. The real excitement is playing the game -Donald Trump “You can only become truly accomplished at something you love Don’t make money your goal, Instead, pursue the things you love doing, and then do them so well that people can’t take their eyes off you” -Maya Angelou Find David’s new...
278 – Robert & Terri TallTree – Aligning Your Mind, Body & Spirit to Find and Connect with Your Purpose
David is very excited to be interviewing Robert & Terri TallTree. Robert & Terri are beautiful connected people who have touched many around the world with their powerful message and presence. Nationally renowned speakers and trainers, they have appeared on PBS, the BBC, Animal Planet and Discovery Channel. The TallTree’s are living proof that miracles happen and dreams come true when you align your Mind, Body and Spirit. Today the TallTree’s will share; The Corporate world, stress levels and our society and how it affects us. Staying connected and being aware, not just living from the neck up. Their beautiful perspective and how they see everything. Reclaiming yourself, getting in touch with your younger self. What is Energetic Connection and reconnecting? Having a purpose and knowing you are good enough. How forgiveness is so IMPORTANT, learning from your mistakes and moving forward. Awaken your mind and listen in to this beautiful, amazing show, which will captivate you from the start! Robert & Terri have a very special gift for all of you, please go to How To Live on Purpose Todays Quotes: Don’t be afraid to stand for what you believe in, even if it means standing alone Todays Songs: Willie Nelson- On The Road Again Willie Nelson – Always on my Mind Useful Links: The Talltree’s http://thetalltrees.com/ The Gift ‘The 7 Quests’ http://howtoliveonpurpose.com/ Robert Tall Tree on Flute http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRPv382HV08 Healing Song http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfNgWhdxsyM Prayer Song http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTgyWWBwlxY&list=RDyfNgWhdxsyM...
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