In times of uncertainty and transition, finding a semblance of peace in the unfolding can be difficult. There have been many times on my own journey where I’ve questioned my choices, even though it seemed like the right thing to do at the moment. Any time I’m in the midst of change, or speak with someone who is, I revisit …
148: The 17 Hour Fast with Dr. Frank Merritt
When it comes to strategies for having more energy, health, or vitality we tend to think of what to add in instead of what to take out. I remember the first time I did an actual fast. I didn’t want to stop. It was cleanse where I drank a concoction of maple syrup, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper. Just that …
147: Breath: The Great Equalizer and Conditioning Presence
Stop. Catch your breath. Do you feel that? Most likely right up until now, you were chasing something. Success, love, achievement, your social media feed, your to do list, or even your kids. I’m not sure where it happened in the evolution of humanity, but the vast majority of the human race seems to be in that exact frame of …
146: The Power of Goals, Being Supported, and Trusting the Journey with Jeremiah Brown
Clear goals and an unwavering commitment have the power to propel us forward. My guest today declared that he would win the Olympics in a sport he had actually never done. Within 4 years, Jeremiah Brown went from first stroke to Olympic Medalist. Jeremiah Brown won an Olympic silver medal as a member of the Canadian men’s eight rowing team …
145: Round Up – Language, Perspective, and Creating Change
Bar none, the most simple and useful access point to begin creating change in our lives is by shifting how we talk to ourselves and others. Our thoughts and language directly affect how we feel, breathe, act, and so much more. Today I decided to string together a few powerful episodes where I chatted with experts in language and creating …
144: How to Think Less and Trust More
Trust is not basing your level of belief on evidence. While evidence builds confidence, trust is a feeling first. It’s a sensation. It’s a deep knowing that it will all work out. The how of trust is unknown. Our mind even tries to figure it out, weigh options, and logically navigate it. While the mind is a powerful tool to …
143: Congruence, Flow, and The Malleable Identity with Mike Bledsoe and Mark England
If you’ve listened to The Next Level, you know we’ve done some shows on language and how our language affects our reality. Language has been an absolute game changer in my own life and continues to be a practice in awareness, choice, and presence. Another area where I find great solace is through movement and exercise. It just so happens …
142: The Hero’s Journey From Heartbreak to Wholeness with Kristine Carlson
Loss isn’t an easy thing. Whether its a job, the loss of a loved one, or anything that’s a major part of our lives, loss seems to leave an empty space. Anything that we invest time in, commit to, or love in many ways becomes a part of who we are, our identity, and when that thing is gone we inherently …