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Embracing change can open you up to living life to its fullest. My guest on today's show is Monica Berg, a self-professed change junkie. She is here to share her wisdom and impressive life experience working as Chief Communications Officer for Kabbalah Centre International. Monica is the author of Fear Is Not an Option and Rethink Love, and she co-hosts the Spiritually Hungry podcast with her husband, Michael Berg. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in creating a life that feels connected and fulfilling. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/302

Sometimes our worst enemy is ourselves, and the main culprit behind that is how our brains are wired. In this episode, my guest Divya Darling is all about befriending our brains. A great storyteller with a profound message, Divya is devoted to illuminating the wisdom within. Having researched the mysteries of the mind for decades, obtaining degrees in neuroscience, psychology, and cognitive sciences and being an avid yogi and philosopher, Divya serves as a Transformational Brain Trainer. Tune in to learn more about how to enlighten your heart and mind, so you live a baggage-free life. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/301

Today marks the 300th episode of Get Yourself Optimized! Almost six years of podcasting without missing a week is not an easy feat, but it is one of the most rewarding experiences. I have interviewed hundreds of inspirational people and learned a lot from these conversations. Some of these episodes have even given me a glimpse into the matrix, which inspired me to find a new mission. On the other hand, I want to take this opportunity to thank the listeners of my show. If you've been following the podcast since its early episodes, I want you to know that I am grateful for you. My listeners are the reason why I keep doing what I do. In this special episode, my lovely wife, Orion, joins me and we are going to talk more about it- what led me to the most impactful awakening of my life. I had a similar experience in 2012 in India, but my recent experiences have been different. Today I feel like I have a deeper insight into life and the universe. To hear the rest of my story, tune in! The show notes, including the t

Researchers and clinical psychologists, Drs. John and Julie Gottman, join me today for a highly informative Get Yourself Optimized episode. In this talk, we discuss the Four Horsemen of the Relationship Apocalypse: Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, and Stonewalling. Drs. John and Julie Gottman are the founders of The Gottman Institute and Affective Software, Inc. They created the Gottman Sound Relationship House theory and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. For an in-depth discussion on the Four Horsemen and their antidotes, domestic violence, gaslighting, and more, tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/299

The world we live in is governed by universal laws such as we live, we die, the sun rises, and birds fly. When we take time to understand what these truths convey we can see how they hold answers to our past, present, and future. We become masters of ourselves. On this Get Yourself Optimized episode, Dr. Frances Yahia joins me for an insightful conversation about The Kybalion, also known as the seven ancient principles of self-mastery. Dr. Yahia is a mental health counselor, akashic records reader, archetypal astrologer, podcast host, and college professor. If you're wondering how ancient beliefs help us shift our present mindset, tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/298

On today's Get Yourself Optimized episode, my guest Edward Haschke and I talk about the heart/brain connection. Did you know the heart is actually 5000x more electromagnetically charged than the brain? We discuss the importance of listening to your intuition because the more you do, the more magic and synchronicity start to show up in your life. As a photographer, filmmaker, and entrepreneur,  Edward is a relentless truth seeker and storyteller. For ways to accomplish ascension and higher vibration, join us. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/297

The truth of the world we live in and the power of how we perceive life is within our control. My guest on today's show is Carl Taylor, who wrote an excellent book called Becoming Bulletproof: Survive and Thrive in any Situation. Inspired by Superman as a kid, Carl wanted to write about letting those metaphorical bullets bounce off you. In this Get Yourself Optimized episode, Carl and I talk about how life is a story: whether the narrative is told by you or by someone else—what you choose to say or believe is simply a way of framing experiences. Tune in for a very insightful interview. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/296

Another good way to say "stop and smell the roses" is "sit back and enjoy a nice cup of tea." On today's Get Yourself Optimized episode, Anthony Capobianco joins me to talk about the lifestyle of slowing down to get ahead and what makes a great cup of tea. Anthony was grinding hard at work as a successful mortgage banker until he found himself sick more often than not. He realized he needed to slow things down. He did this through tea, and he created a simple mindful approach to this age-old beverage that only takes a moment. It can help you feel more connected. Fast forward to today, Anthony is the founder of Zen Tea Traders where he helps people step up their tea game while slowing things down a bit. Tune in for an insightful conversation that emphasizes the modern, busy lifestyle we have today. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/295

Today's guest, David Khan, is a lifelong spiritual practitioner, musician, engineer, and healer. His main passion is in research and developing therapies associated with sound, music, and frequencies. He believes they have potent effects on allowing people to shift into deeper states of consciousness and activate their innate self-healing capabilities. In this Get Yourself Optimized episode, David and I talk about how one can attain higher energetic perspectives and practical wisdom for learning to roll with the punches and come out thriving. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/294

When you're a busy entrepreneur, it's essential to always remember to work ‘ON’ the business, not ‘IN’ the business. According to today's Get Yourself Optimized guest, Michael Zipursky, your lifestyle must determine your workspace and not the other way around. Michael is the CEO of Consulting Success. He has advised organizations like The Financial Times, Dow Jones, and RBC. He helped Panasonic launch new products into global markets. More importantly, he's helped over 450 consultants from around the world in over 75 industries add 6 and 7 figures to their annual revenues. In this episode, Michael and I deep dive into what it takes to become a level-headed, balanced, and healthy businessman in today’s challenging, uncertain world. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/293

I truly believe that you are the average of the five people you hang out with. I share the same sentiment with today's Get Yourself Optimized guest, John Lee Dumas. Inspired by the idea of spending time with high achievers who he admired, John, an army veteran who had struggled with depression and PTSD, decided to embark on an entrepreneurial path to change his life and the lives of all his listeners. In this episode, John and I talk about his latest book, The Common Path to Uncommon Success, life lessons learned from day one of podcasting to over a million monthly listens, and why moving to Puerto Rico was a great financial move. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/292

Today's Get Yourself Optimized guest, Erik Luhrs, is known as the Bruce Lee of revenue generation and creator of Revenue Kung-Fu. He works with entrepreneurs, experts, leaders, and founders to be driven by a purpose, mission, or vision to far exceed their current level of "success." On today's episode, Erik and I talk about how it's totally okay that the work you do isn't for everyone. What matters when you're in the position to coach someone, is the side of wisdom and spiritual growth. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/291

A thriving spiritual health correlates to being successful and prolific in life. I strongly believe that if your spirit is hungry, there's always going to be something missing in your life. So on today's Get Yourself Optimized episode, Yeliz Ruzgar and I go deeper into the topic of spirituality, mindfulness, and everything in between. Yeliz is a good friend who is a holistic life consultant, inspiring speaker, energy therapist, and a feminine, caring leader. After working a decade in branding, sales, and marketing, Yeliz now leads Powercoaching.us, with the purpose to inspire, energize and transform individuals and organizations. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/290

Author Kara Goldin turned her unsweetened flavored water into Hint, one of the most successful beverage businesses of our time. She has been named one of InStyle's Badass 50 and EY Entrepreneur of the Year for Northern California. Her secret sauce is being Undaunted, which is the title of her bestselling book. On today's Get Yourself Optimized, Kara and I talk about how to see the possibilities amidst the uncertainties, how to turn criticism into opportunities, and how to live life without fear of the unknown. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/289

Today's guest, Jeffrey Hayzlett, is no stranger to the changing tides of business. On today’s episode, we talk about Jeffrey’s three R’s: Are we relevant to each other? Can we help each other with reach? And where’s the reciprocity? And how can we incorporate the three R’s in our pivoting strategy for 2021? Jeffrey is a global business celebrity, best-selling author, Hall of Fame speaker, and the Chairman and CEO of C-Suite Network, home of the world's most trusted network of C-Suite leaders. His most recent book is The Hero Factor: How Great Leaders Transform Organizations and Create Winning Cultures. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/288

According to today's guest, Chester Elton, creating a workplace surrounded by gratitude may boost overall performance. In his latest book, Leading with Gratitude, Chester mentions that new research shows gratitude increases engagement, strengthens bonds, and reduces turnover. What's the best and quickest way to implement this? Everything should start with you. Chester Elton has spent two decades helping clients engage their employees to execute strategy, vision, and values. He has been called the "apostle of appreciation" by Canada's Globe and Mail, "creative and refreshing‚" by the New York Times, and a "must-read for modern managers" by CNN. For a lighthearted episode that will not fail to inspire, join Chester and me on Get Yourself Optimized. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/287

The impossible only remains true for those who never dare. In today's Get Yourself Optimized episode, my guest, Steve Sims, shares incredible stories on how he ended up working for Sir Elton John and Elon Musk, sent people down to the seabed to observe the wreck of Titanic, closed a private museum in Florence to have pasta and get serenaded by Andrea Bocelli, and more. According to Steve, you have to ask for what you dream of, not merely what you think you can get. Steve Sims is a best-selling author of Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen and a sought-after coach. He’s spoken for a variety of networks, groups, and associations and even the Pentagon– twice! Tune in for some great business advice from someone who has dared to thrive. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/286

Today's Get Yourself Optimized guest wrote a special list when he was sixteen while he was in a wheelchair after surviving an accident at work. That same list is what changed his life and brought him where he is today. On top of that, that same list has also helped others follow suit and change their lives, too! Yuval Abramovitz is an Israeli author, reporter, actor, and media persona. His TEDx talk, The List, is a must-watch, especially for those who have a burning desire to be more, do more, and experience more in life. Tune in for an inspiring interview. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/285  

Conflict and argument are normal in every relationship. It only becomes a problem when both parties refuse to resolve or settle their differences. In this Get Yourself Optimized episode, relationship coaches, Jocelyn and Aaron Freeman, introduce the term "The Argument Hangover" and how to cure it. The Freemans are known as the "couple that coaches couples." They have worked with celebrities, public figures, and thousands of couples worldwide. They are the founders of Empowered Couples University and authors of The Argument Hangover, which hits shelves in February. For powerful strategies you can use to make communication and appreciation a priority, tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/284

Today's Get Yourself Optimized guest is inspiring. After being choked out during a jiu-jitsu training session, Sean Entin consequently suffered a stroke. He started the long road to recovery that taught him a lot about body and brain function. Sean launched the  StrokeHacker community on Facebook. It's an online network for stroke survivors to share their stories, accomplishments, and tips for improving their health and overall wellness. With his partner, Taylor Smith, Sean created the podcast, Adventures in Health. In this episode, tune in as Sean shares his road to recovery and what's keeping him busy and thriving since his injury. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/283