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Marc S. Fussell is the founder of Take 2 Minutes, a revolutionary non-profit platform designed to enhance mental wellness through positive psychology and technology. With over 25 years of experience in IT, Marc’s entrepreneurial spirit and passion for improving mental health have led to creating a suite of tools that leverage daily positive messages, gratitude journaling, meditations, breathing exercises, a grounding exercise, a gratitude challenge, sleep audio, dream journaling, and more to foster happiness and well- being. As a dedicated father, his journey into positive psychology was inspired by a personal commitment to support his son’s mental health, evolving into a mission to spread positivity to a broader audience. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: Take2Minutes.org Most Influential Person Matt Zemon Effect On Emotions Emotions are a funny thing. We all have ebbs and flows. I definitely have my highs and lows still. I think mindfulness has made me more aware of when I'm having a low or when I'm having overwhelming thoughts or even depression. My mindfulness practice has helped me recognize that and get me into a better mindset more quickly instead of dwelling on it for days and weeks. Thoughts On Breathing I really enjoy box breathing. I almost modified it to be more of a triangle breathing. The idea is that I will breathe in for a count of 4, hold it for a count of 4, and exhale for a count of 4. Just doing that for a repetition of 20 times can be a form of meditation. Bullying Story Bullying is a huge problem in schools, and it always has been, probably even back when I was a kid. I think mindfulness can help with bullying. I can't speak out of experience, but I think it can help with emotional regulation. If you get bullied, you may have a fight-or-flight reactive response. However, how you react could make the situation better or worse through emotional regulation. With mindfulness you also are a little bit more self-regulated. You're more aware of your surroundings and aware of your situations. This situational awareness can keep you out of situations where you could get bullied. Suggested Resources Book: Master of Circumstance by James Morgan App: Take2Minutes app App: Headspace Related Episodes Employee To Entrepreneur and Collective Campus CEO, Steve Glaveski Activate The Execution Factor With Entrepreneur Kim Perell Mindfulness Insight From Successful Entrepreneur, Johnathan Grzybowski Seeking relief from stress and anxiety? As a coach and hypnotist, I'm here to help you conquer your inner critic and stride ahead with confidence. Email me at [email protected] with ‘I Am Determined' for a free coaching session. Let me help you pave the way to a fulfilling life.

Natalie Bedard urges you to embrace your biology. She pioneers holistic wellness, urging individuals to delve into their biology's depths. With boundless  curiosity, she advocates for embracing a “mad scientist” mindset, challenging conventional norms. Natalie's philosophy centers on energy's pivotal role in existence, rejecting skepticism and emphasizing its tangible impact on our lives. Drawing from personal insights, she stresses attentiveness to body and environment signals, urging people to prioritize their well-being. For Natalie, time isn't just a measure but a tool for growth, encouraging conscious exploration. As a visionary speaker and mentor, she inspires self-discovery, empowering others to unlock their potential and deepen their biological connection. Natalie created the company Lift OneSelf. Through mindfulness and decisive action, she guides others on their journey of self-discovery and healing, tapping into the body's nervous system and energy flow. With a focus on unraveling emotional blockages and reconnecting with intuition, Natalie empowers individuals to realize their full potential through small, manageable steps. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: LiftOneself.com Most Influential Person Diane Thompson (A friend) Effect On Emotions Mindfulness helps me to validate and interact with the energy. Thoughts On Breathing Your breath never leaves you. As a result, we always forget to access it because it's always in the now. So anchor into the breath. Bullying Story I was called Natalie Bedard, retard. So you can imagine how that shaped my identity. I'm biracial, also. I grew up in the northern part of Ontario, in Sudbury. So, going to school, my father wasn't around. I was not able to identify with my black side. Going into a school system and having trauma, my self-worth wasn't there. At school, they couldn't understand why my IQ was so high, but my grades and tests were not. I looked at my biology, and I internalized it. But not so much that it limited me from moving forward. It was almost as though I had some mindfulness. I was still really attached to my. curiosity and intuition. Suggested Resources Book: The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer App: Audible.com Related Episodes Unshakable Trauma Survival; Wen Peetes Grasping The Emotion of Trauma; David Richman Rising Above Trauma With Dr. Lin Morel Seeking relief from stress and anxiety? As a coach and hypnotist, I'm here to help you conquer your inner critic and stride ahead with confidence. Email me at [email protected] with ‘I Am Determined' for a free coaching session. Let me help you pave the way to a fulfilling life

Dr. Jeff D. Standridge stands for grit, grace, and innovation. He helps organizations and their leaders generate sustained results in the areas of innovation, strategy, profit growth, organizational transformation, and leadership. Jeff knows that innovation wins the day. It not only wins battles, but it also wins wars, and it fuels profits. It brings passion and focus to a team faster than anything else. It will advance the cause of your organization far beyond what financial and human capital can do on their own. He’s a 3x best-selling author, speaker, and consultant. His most recent book is The Innovator’s Field Guide: Accelerators for Entrepreneurs, Innovators, and Change Agents. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.InnovationJunkie.com Book: The Innovator’s Field Guide: Accelerators for Entrepreneurs, Innovators, and Change Agents by Dr. Jeff D. Standridge Ed.D   Related Episodes Innovation For All; Costa Michailidis Breathe Better, Live Better; Michael Feldstein Peace, Joy and Consistency Suggests Business Strategist Jay Fiset Seeking relief from stress and anxiety? As a coach and hypnotist, I'm here to help you conquer your inner critic and stride ahead with confidence. Email me at [email protected] with ‘I Am Determined' for a free coaching session. Let's pave the way to a fulfilling life together.

Tommy Thompson is with us today to discuss the vital ingredient of space. He is an accomplished entrepreneur, executive coach, consultant, blogger, husband and dad, and avid golfer. He loves to teach, bringing personal experience, and mixing in personal application. He believes the path to unwavering calm amid the chaos of life is in your hands. His first book, Space to Breathe Again: Hope for the Overloaded and Overwhelmed, shares specific tools to help people find balance in a world overrun with distraction and excess. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.tommythompson.org Book: Space to Breathe Again: Hope for the Overloaded and Overwhelmed by Tommy Thompson   Related Episodes Use Meditation to Master Yourself; Ashley Williams Myung Sung: The Korean Art of Living Meditation with Dr. Jenelle Kim How Meditation Can Save The World; Tom Cronin Seeking relief from stress and anxiety? As a coach and hypnotist, I'm here to help you conquer your inner critic and stride ahead with confidence. Email me at [email protected] with ‘I Am Determined' for a free coaching session. Let's pave the way to a fulfilling life together.

Bob Martin is a transformative figure dedicated to breaking chains, both literal and metaphorical. Serving as the Mindfulness Coordinator at Elon University, Bob liberates minds from limiting narratives, fostering inner peace and potential. With over four decades of experience as a Criminal Trial Lawyer, he has worked to free individuals from unhelpful behaviors and advocate for neglected children and their families, empowering them to break free from cycles of suffering. As a Certified Meditation Teacher blending insights from brain science, Eastern and Western psychology, and spirituality, Bob guides diverse individuals toward clarity, resilience, and inner peace. Grounded in Taoist, Buddhist, and Christian practices, he is committed to freeing people from the constraints of dogma, emphasizing virtue and self-discovery. Bob's journey from representing the mob in Miami to spiritual awakening under the mentorship of a Taoist master reflects his profound transformation. His dedication to bridging spiritual traditions and fostering compassion shines through his recent Taoist/Christian devotional book. At 74, Bob continues to inspire with his story of redemption, resilience, and commitment to liberation, eager to ignite positive change in the hearts of his audience. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: https://awiseandhappylife.com/meditation  Website: (Book) https://iamthewaybook.com/ Book: I am the Way: Finding the Truth and the Life Through a Biblical Reimagining of the Tao by Robert Martin Most Influential Person Master Hua Ching Ni Effect On Emotions Mindfulness provides me with a deeper, quiet place regardless of what's happening on the surface. It's like if there's a storm occurring on the top of an ocean, but 20 feet down, things are calm. I can get mad as heck and still know that there's a place inside me just watching my anger. Thoughts On Breathing The student comes to the master and says breathing, breathing, breathing. Why are you always talking about breathing? So the master grabs his head and sticks it underneath the water in the fountain and holds it there for a while. Then he releases it and says to the student. Any questions?   Breathing is just a point of attention, but since you carry it with you wherever you are, it's not like a candle. You always have your breath. Immediately bring your attention to your breath and because you are already conditioned that that is your meditative state, it results in a feeling of calm. Bullying Story I was bullied as a child. I'm 60% Hungarian, and we go back to the Huns and the Mongolians. So you can imagine that my people are the ones playing goal hockey with a Lamb's head. I've always been big. When I was in elementary school, all the girls used to call me cooties. My mindfulness and meditation practice have allowed me to get to the point where I have some insight as to what might have been going on with them and the peer pressure that they had. Subsequently, mindfulness has helped me to have a certain forgiveness. If I had been more mindful, I might not have been as traumatized by it. Suggested Resources Book: I am the Way: Finding the Truth and the Life Through a Biblical Reimagining of the Tao by Robert Martin Book: Children Of Abraham by R. H. Martin App: Balance (AI interviews you and gives you daily reminders) App: Insight Timer Related Episodes Use Meditation to Master Yourself; Ashley Williams Myung Sung: The Korean Art of Living Meditation with Dr. Jenelle Kim How Meditation Can Save The World; Tom Cronin   Seeking relief from stress and anxiety? As a coach and hypnotist, I'm here to help you conquer your inner critic and stride ahead with confidence. Email me at [email protected] with ‘I Am Determined' for a free coaching session. Let's pave the way to a fulfilling life together.

Lindsay Rhynd is a mindfulness advocate whose life has moved from chaos to peace. In this episode, she shares her journey with mindfulness and how she has discovered its incredible effects on emotions, particularly in moments of anxiety or anger. Lindsay emphasizes the power of living in the present moment and utilizing simple techniques like conscious breathing to regulate emotions and promote calmness. With a unique perspective on breathing, Lindsay finds solace in music, aligning her breath with the cadence of melodies to ease her mind and soothe her spirit. Her insights offer a fresh approach to mindfulness practices, demonstrating the diverse ways individuals can incorporate mindfulness into their daily lives. In discussing the impact of mindfulness on bullying, Lindsay underscores the importance of self-love and compassion, recognizing that understanding the struggles of others can foster empathy and resilience. Through her own experience and growth, Lindsay encourages others to seek support and guidance, emphasizing the value of connection and community in navigating life's challenges. Her wisdom reminds us to slow down, listen to the whispers of the universe, and embrace the journey with grace and acceptance. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.MindfulnessMode.com Most Influential Person Bruce Langford Effect On Emotions When you take mindfulness and you live in the moment and you think, I'm feeling anxious so how do I get myself out of this anxious feeling, then you try to settle yourself and you sit on the end of your bed and you breathe in and you breathe out you can settle yourself down. I don't really get angry that much. Being in the moment with mindfulness can really help you regulate your emotions just by being calm. Thoughts On Breathing I know that there are many breathing techniques, but the one I like the most is one that isn't talked about much. For me, I like to listen to music. Music comes to me in regular patterns, and it is built around a structure. When you listen to it, you start to breathe in the cadence of the music. This can help you take your mind off of the issue and start to incorporate your mind into the song. You will start to calm down and start breathing into the music, into the phrases. That really helps me. Bullying Story I don't really remember being bullied as a kid. That was pretty much because I didn't notice anybody around me when I was younger. I think in any case, with bullying, mindfulness can help a person by helping them realize what is important in the moment. Bullies really have a hard time. They are trying to transfer their hard time onto somebody else. Knowing that, we can have a little bit more compassion towards that person. Suggested Resources Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey App: Go outside Related Episodes Mind Your Other Mind With Hypnotist, Erika Flint Soul Forward Wisdom; Heidi Hazen 423 Play Life For Real With Coaching Icon, David Wood   Seeking relief from stress and anxiety? As a coach and hypnotist, I'm here to help you conquer your inner critic and stride ahead with confidence. Email me at [email protected] with ‘I Am Determined' for a free coaching session. Let's pave the way to a fulfilling life together.

Ian Clark teaches how to unlock ultimate health by focusing on wellness and fitness. At the age of 46, Ian found himself bankrupt and facing a dire prognosis of only 1000 days left to live. However, defying the odds, he not only survived but thrived. Five years later, he emerged from the depths of adversity to establish a raw supplement business, operating directly to consumers from his basement. Within just two years, his business reached hundreds of thousands of individuals. Now 65, Ian Clark is the owner and Chief Executive Officer of Activation Products (Can) Inc. He has garnered a solid reputation for his invaluable research within the natural health domain, pioneering the development of highly effective protocols and products that support natural healing. Despite facing daunting health challenges in 2004, Ian's perseverance led to a remarkable transformation. As a husband and father of seven, he navigated through two severe, life-threatening health crises within the same year. During the period from 2004 to 2007, Ian embarked on a quest to find the most potent health products for natural healing, steadfastly avoiding invasive medical procedures and pharmaceutical interventions. Today, his health and vitality surpass those of his younger self at 25, a testament to his unwavering commitment to wellness and resilience in the face of adversity. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.ActivationProducts.com Most Influential Person Kat James – Total Transformation Effect On Emotions People sometimes call emotions feelings. Emotion is actually energy. In your body there are streams of data coming from your brain which is monitoring everything. That is energy in motion, and when you get plugged up you have low energy. When your energy is good, it drives very good feelings. When you feel great, you become really great. Thoughts On Breathing A lot of people talk about breathing techniques. It is way simpler than all this complicated stuff. There's a thing called box breathing. It's something you should do every day for around 5 minutes. Box breathing means you will breathe in through your nose to the count of five and out through your mouth to the count of six. Be very smooth, very gentle, and not forced. When you do that, your autonomic nervous system immediately, within 30 seconds, goes into parasympathetic mode. That means you're resting, digesting, and calm. Then, you can handle the situations. It takes you out of sympathetic stress. Bullying Story The thing that I experienced is that as soon as the company got to be about 10 million in sales a year, all of a sudden, people were coming out of the woodwork to our company offering their services. I then learned about a term called gang stalking. That means that people are thinking about how to find out what they are doing and how to copy what they are doing. They are also trying to figure out how they could potentially come in and buy the company. They may even want to cause problems for the company so the company will lose its value and maybe even go bankrupt. We had this happen on three different occasions until I finally caught on. If someone was not successful in causing damage, then they would later say we caused the problem. Suggested Resources Book: Outwitting The Devil by Napoleon Hill App: Inner Peace Related Episodes Napoleon Hill’s Writings Unpacked in Truthful Living Book by Author, Jeffrey Gitomer Calmness, Certainty and Unshakable Inner Security Now; Hale Dwoskin Mastering Your Second Act; Jamie Sabat   Seeking relief from stress and anxiety? As a coach and hypnotist, I'm here to help you conquer your inner critic and stride ahead with confidence. Email me at [email protected] with ‘I Am Determined' for a free coaching session. Let's pave the way to a fulfilling life together

Seclusion for wellbeing is today’s topic. Lately, I’ve been spending a lot more time alone. I’ve been working on a project where I’ve been away from home for 5 or 6 days at a time. My wife enjoys her own space and is fine with more time alone. This extra seclusion has been happening for a couple of months now. This experience has left me feeling a new sense of gratitude and I feel refreshed. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.MindfulnessMode.com While seclusion may not be universally beneficial for everyone, some people may find certain advantages in taking time for seclusion and solitude to become more centered, focused, grounded, and happy. Here are five potential benefits: 1/ Reflection and Introspection Seclusion provides an opportunity for deep reflection and introspection without distractions, allowing individuals to delve into the thoughts, emotions, and inner workings of their minds. This can lead to greater self-awareness, clarity, and understanding of oneself, contributing to a sense of centeredness and emotional stability. 2/ Stress Reduction Being alone in a quiet, secluded environment can help reduce stress levels by providing a break from external stimuli and demands. This can promote relaxation, calmness, and a sense of inner peace, fostering emotional equilibrium and overall well-being. 3/ Enhanced Focus and Concentration Seclusion allows individuals to eliminate distractions and focus their attention on specific tasks, goals, or activities without interruption. This can lead to improved concentration, productivity, and performance, ultimately fostering a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. 4/ Connection with Nature Secluding oneself in natural surroundings, such as a quiet forest or secluded beach, can facilitate a deeper connection with nature. Spending time outdoors, away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, can promote feelings of awe, gratitude, and interconnectedness with the natural world, which are associated with increased happiness and well-being. 5/ Personal Growth and Renewal Seclusion provides an opportunity for personal growth, renewal, and recharge. It allows individuals to disconnect from routine responsibilities and pressures, enabling them to rest, recharge, and rejuvenate both mentally and physically. This can lead to increased resilience, creativity, and a renewed sense of purpose and fulfillment in life. Suggested Resources Book: The Road To Moresco by Mark Jamilkowski Book: The Ancient Ceremonies Way by Rodolfo De Angeli App: Insight Timer Related Episodes Power Matters As We Search For Truth; Christian de la Huerta A Writer’s Mindfulness; Lindsay Lees Disconnect from the World in a Dark Soundproof Sensory Deprivation Tank Special Offer   Experiencing anxiety and stress? I'm Bruce Langford, a coach and hypnotist. Let me help you overcome your inner critic and regain confidence. Book a Free Coaching Session now to start your journey toward a more fulfilling life. Email [email protected] with ‘Coaching Session' in the subject line. Let's schedule a call to discuss your path to a better life.

Mark Jamilkowski understands the persistence and resilience necessary to move forward on the path to fulfillment. He is a first-time author, co-founder of a healthcare start-up, and a husband and father. He enjoys music, reading and researching, games of strategy, photography, cooking, and writing. Mark authored The Road to Moresco, a historical fiction novel released in August 2023, to tell the incredible story of a mother and her daughter beginning in early 1900s Italy. The story of these persistent and resilient women is complex, intimate, and inspiring. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.Mark-Jamilkowski-author.com Book: The Road To Moresco by Mark Jamilkowski Most Influential Person My mom Effect On Emotions I'm a lot calmer and a lot more purposeful in the way that I talk. I'm a lot more aware of emotions creeping in, and I have the ability now to recognize them, understand where they are coming from in me for whatever's happening, and allow them to pass through me. I don't hold on to things like I used to. Thoughts On Breathing Going back to the yoga, there are a lot of breathing techniques that people will use to calm themselves down In a moment of crisis or extreme anxiety or anger. They may count down or do the alphabet in reverse. They may count to 10 or hold their breath. Those are one type of breathing exercise. Going back to my yoga practice, I have a breathwork sequence. My favorite happens to be what I call a kalabati or a breath of fire. You breathe out through your nose rapidly several times. Those breathing exercises in yoga are not meant to create a peaceful, mindful space but rather to awaken this energy inside you. Bullying Story I think everybody goes through some phase of being bullied in their life. I'm no exception to that. I've experienced bullying in my life. I know that, at the end of the day, in that moment, there is very little that can be done. The protagonist is going to do what they are going to do; they are going to be the bully. They have a variety of life situations, motions, and circumstances that are way beyond anybody's control and the ability to dissuade them at that moment in time. We can look as a society to try to remove and minimize the preponderance of those circumstances to try to remove the need to act out and to vent those circumstances and frustrations. I don't know that that's even possible. Suggested Resources Book: Journey to Ixtlan: The Lessons of Don Juan by Carlos Castaneda Book: The Road To Moresco by Mark Jamilkowski App: YouTube Related Episodes Learn How To Shift; Amy Scruggs Using The Success Principles During Challenging Times; Jack Canfield Conquering Depression Differently; Dr. Ardeshir Looking for ways to reduce stress and anxiety? I'm Bruce Langford, a coach and hypnotist who can help you overcome your inner bully and move forward confidently. Book a free coaching session by emailing me at [email protected] with ‘I Am Determined' in the subject line. Let's discuss how you can take steps towards a more satisfying life.

Ray Schoenke has used the warrior mindset throughout his life to achieve success. He was among the earliest Polynesian NFL players and was inducted into the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame in 2015. He had a 12-year career as an offensive lineman in the NFL and developed a multi-million-dollar business while he was still playing football. During his business career, he was very active in public and civic affairs, including playing a significant role in the founding of the Special Olympics, and actively campaigning for three US Presidents. He has been named in the top 100 players in the history of the Redskins. Bill Clinton describes him as someone who “has led a fascinating life…[who] has never failed to stand up or speak out for what he believes.” His memoir, Fat Girl Sings, launched on Amazon in May, 2023. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.RaySchoenke.com Book: Fat Girl Sings: Discovering, Embracing, and Leveraging Racial Identity on the Football Field, in Business, and in Life by Ray Schoenke Most Influential Person Coach Bill Monaghan Effect On Emotions Emotions and mindfulness are a critical part of life. When you're going into a football game with 60 plays and then you have to know a variety of defenses. So when you walk up to the line and you have a play in mind, you have to know you are against a variety of defenses. All of a sudden they can change the defense. So then your mind has to switch over real quick. And you've only got seconds to execute. This goes on 60 times in a game. So mindfulness is incredibly difficult, and you have to keep up with it. And you have to practice and practice. And because of my versatility, I played all the backup positions on the line. So if anybody gets hurt, I'm the first up. So I might be on the regular left guard start, but then the right tackle gets hurt and suddenly I'm now going to play right tackle. In the middle of the game I have to remember everything on that side. Thoughts On Breathing As far as breathing is concerned, you have to be able to keep calm because you're under enormous stress. The defense is trying to create more stress. So they're changing positions. And also because if I just came in to replace somebody, then they're really trying to mess you up even more because you just got there. When you're in the middle of the game, they're trying to mess with your mind and screaming at you, and you're trying to remember the play. It's a big game, and you've got to be able to erase all that confusion and execute. Your mind has got to be strong. And I would have to work prior to the game and spend a week going over things mentally. I would rehearse the whole game in my mind. To me, 80% of the game was mental, and 20% was my physical ability.   Bullying Story Fat girl sings is the name of my book. People used to call me fat girl when I was 10 years old. I was fat and I was brown, I was in Texas. I was in grade school and all the kids were white. I was different. I was bullied. They started calling me fat girl and making fun of me. The older kids in the 6th grade would gang up on me. They would surround me and pull down my pants In front of everybody. That was a big thing, and it was very humiliating to me. I didn't know what to do and I didn't know how to deal with that. Suggested Resources Book: Fat Girl Sings: Discovering, Embracing, and Leveraging Racial Identity on the Football Field, in Business, and in Life by Ray Schoenke App: n/a Related Episodes Psychological Impacts of Sports Injury; Dr. Keagen Hadley How To Discover Your Career Purpose; Sean Sessel Connecting Diligence and Mindfulness with World Class Wrestler Riley Otto Are you experiencing anxiety and stress? I’m Bruce Langford, a practicing coach, and hypnotist who helps fast-track people like you to shed their inner bully and confidently move forward. Book a Free Coaching Session to get you on the road to a more satisfying life, feeling grounded and focused. Email me at [email protected] with ‘I Am Determined' in the subject line. We'll schedule a call to discuss how you can move forward to a better life.