Choice Conversations

Would you like to escape the rat race and work for yourself? In today's show, Drew Sample tells us about his path to financial freedom; how he went from getting laid off to having a profitable urban farm. Drew used a combination of people skills, networking, and out of the box thinking. This positioned him to be ready to pounce on some unique opportunities that arose, which led directly to the profitable, lifestyle business he has today. Click on the purple play button above to hear this inspirational tale! Find more from Drew here: http://samplehour.com/  https://www.facebook.com/TheSampleHour/  https://www.instagram.com/drewsample/  https://www.instagram.com/capitalcitygardens/  http://choiceconversations.com/democrats-and-republicans-are-half-right-with-drew-sample  http://choiceconversations.com/hips-dont-lie-sex-at-dawn-book-review      Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations     Help out the show with these affiliate links: Sitting Solution: http://affi

Do you want more love in your life? Do you want to improve your relationships? Then The Five Love Languages is the book for you! In today's episode, I give a review of Gary Chapman's best seller The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts. There are four concepts presented in the book that are super important to understand. That there are five languages of love is only one of the concepts. Find out about all four concepts in this podcast! If you want fill your life with love, give this episode a listen! Click the purple play button above. Get the book here: http://amzn.to/2hQ3A1W    Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations     Help out the show with these affiliate links: Sitting Solution: http://affiliate.lxntracker.com/rd/r.php?sid=79&pub=240237&c1=&c2=&c3=  Amazon USA: https://www.amazon.com/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll2&tag=choicecon-20&linkId=1f6f703e9797258e86fd161ec82a2fb4  Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/ref=

Do you worry about politics? Do you spend a lot of time arguing about it? How is that working out for you? In today's episode, you'll find an appearance I made on the Flagship Freedom podcast. Within, I discuss how I use to be very concerned with politics, but was disappointed in what I was getting out it. A lot of time and emotional energy spent, with nothing in return. If anything, it was making my life worse! I had anxiety over things I had no control over, and was getting in arguments with people who I otherwise got along with! I now spend my time and effort on what really matters: making my world a better place. Find out how I rose above politics. Find out how I empowered myself. Click the purple play button above and give the show a listen!   The Fall of Stefan Molyneux series: http://choiceconversations.libsyn.com/the-fall-of-stefan-molyneux-there-will-be-no-recovery-part-1  http://choiceconversations.libsyn.com/the-fall-of-stefan-molyneux-can-there-be-a-recovery-part-2  http://choiceconversations

Ever wish you could spend less time sleeping but still feel alert, refreshed, and energized? In this episode, I discuss my experiment with polyphasic sleep. What is polyphasic sleep? Can it really deliver on the promise of less sleep, more waking hours, while still being well rested, refreshed, alert, and energized? How do you do it? What are some of the problems? What lessons did I learn from the experiment? I cover all of this and more in this latest episode of the My Life series, the series where I cover the tips and tricks I've learned while living my life. Give it a listen!   Learn more about polyphasic sleep here: https://www.polyphasicsociety.com/   Steve Pavlina's blogs on polyphasic sleep, the inspiration for my polyphasic sleep experiment: https://www.stevepavlina.com/blog/2005/10/polyphasic-sleep/   Tim Ferriss's take on polyphasic sleep: http://amzn.to/2tSen0u     Eliminate back pain with the Sitting Solution: http://affiliate.lxntracker.com/rd/r.php?sid=79&pub=240237&c1=&c2=&c3= 

How much happier would you be if you loved your body? Andreea Harimuri joins me for a wonderful discussion about loving your body, growth and healing. She tells us about her journey, from being locked in a toxic relationship to creating her own successful business. In addition, we talk about conquering food addiction, overcoming fears, gaining freedom, and she introduced a concept with intriguing potential: your body loves you unconditionally. You'll find all this and more in this enlightening conversation. Give it a listen! Find more from Andreea here: https://www.facebook.com/aharimuri https://www.facebook.com/harimuri.UnleashYourself/   Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations     Help out the show with these affiliate links: Sitting Solution: http://affiliate.lxntracker.com/rd/r.php?sid=79&pub=240237&c1=&c2=&c3=  Amazon USA: https://www.amazon.com/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll2&tag=choicecon-20&linkId=1f6f703e9797258e86fd161e

  Do you have trouble getting people to see your point of view? Most people lack the ability to persuade others. The vast majority result to manipulation or coercion to get their way. Many others are willing to lay down and take it, living life like a Debby Doormat. This is just as bad. But a few people seem to have that gift of gab. They seem to be able to talk anybody into anything. As a copywriter, this gift is your life blood. Nathan Fraser is a professional copywriter. This means he writes sales messages for small to medium sized businesses. And without the ability to persuade, he doesn't get paid. Making this task even more difficult, he has to do all his persuading in print. People have to read, they have to be convinced, and they have to buy, based entirely on his printed words alone. Not an easy task. But Nathan does it. He does it well. And it's less of a skill, and more of an art form, as Nathan lays out in this episode of Choice Conversations. If you want to know the secrets that high paid adverti

Are you in pain? Do you know you have some issues to work through, but can't afford paying for expensive sessions with a therapist? Jay Earley has the solution! Today, I'm replaying an interview I originally recorded back in early 2015 with author and therapist Jay Earley. Jay's book, Self Therapy, details a methodology you can use for healing psychological wounds, and you can do it on your own, without an expensive therapist! I use his method, and it has been hugely effective. I can honestly say that without this book I wouldn't be where I am today. Jay and I had a great conversation about his method and about Inner Family Systems Therapy (IFS), the school of psychology that Jay subscribes to. Healing psychological wounds is foundational to personal development. If you want to improve your life in all areas, I can't recommend Jay's book enough!   Buy the book here: http://amzn.to/2rSv1Jw  Find more from Jay here: http://personal-growth-programs.com/  https://selftherapyjourney.com/    Enjoy great bonus con

Have you ever considered switching careers, but then thought "Well it's too late now." ??? Today's guest recently changed careers, and she did it at seventy years of age! It's never too late. In today's conversation, Jeanne Litt shares her touching journey, which led her to becoming a life coach at seventy years old. We talk about the strategies that have helped her to find success in her own life, along with the strategies she uses with her clients. Talking points include the following: growth mind set abundance vs scarcity tithing  obstacles as stepping stones Does everything happen for a reason? all or nothing vs small gains going for your heart's desire the importance of listening and empathy We talk about all of this and more in today's enlightening discussion. Give it a listen! Contact Jeanne here: jeannelitt@gmail.com  https://www.facebook.com/Jeanne-Litt-Soul-Centered-Professional-Life-Coaching-1815364852114715/    Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations  

Are you suffering? Do you ever get the feeling you might be the one getting in the way of your happiness? Guess what?  You're right! Gary Van Warmerdam joins me for a book review of the best seller from Don Miguel Ruiz: The Four Agreements, A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom. In this wonderful book, Ruiz provides a code of conduct that will enable you to overcome self-limiting beliefs and take control over your life. Using Native American wisdom, Ruiz shows us the power of choice. You can choose to be happy, or you can choose to suffer.  The choice is yours! Gary and I break all of this down, in this fun and enlightening conversation. Click the purple play button above, and give it a listen!   Get The Four Agreements here: http://amzn.to/2oBrrFL    Get Gary's book here: http://amzn.to/2p8SM0r    Find more from Gary here: http://www.pathwaytohappiness.com/     

Are you questing for financial freedom down entrepreneurial paths? If so, a podcast is one of the best tools to help you get there! And Joshua Rivers will help to make sure that your podcast is successful. In today's show, Joshua Rivers, founder of Creative Studios Academy and Podcast Guy Media LLC, tells how to maximize your results from online media. Be it podcasts, blogs, or vlogs, he can help. Online media, and podcasts in particular, are probably the best tools available to any business for marketing and for building relationships with clients. And even if that is not your bag, they are wonderful tools for self-expression for the hobbyist. Either way, Josh provides advice to maximize your efforts. Give it a listen! Find more from Josh here: http://podcastguymedia.com/  http://creativestudio.academy/    Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations     Join the conversation in the Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1741413262765523    Help out the show

Would you like to travel, but think you can't afford it? Think again! Philip Frey joins me to discuss how he hitchhiked across Europe on just $6 per day! (We say $7/day during the podcast, but our math was bad. It was actually $6/day.) He shares how he was able to visit 10 countries in 40 days, embracing the philosophies of minimalism, frugality, and stoicism. Learn the ins and outs of hitchhiking and couch surfing. Learn the importance of networking. Learn frugality hacks, like how to get free tickets to museums. Philip's tale is inspirational. Not only do we hear how he stepped outside of his comfort zone to have an adventure, but we get to see a nice window into the kindness of strangers. I left the conversation feeling pride in the human spirit and a warm hope for humanity. Give the show a listen. You won't regret it!   Philip's podcasts on the topic: http://www.valiantgrowth.com/e32/  http://www.valiantgrowth.com/out-and-about-radical-personal-finance-hitchhiking-europe/  http://www.valiantgrowth.com/

Want to be the best dad you can be? Chris Lewis joins me today to discuss just that! Chris is all about being a dad. He is a blogger and podcaster, with both mediums dedicated to exploring his journey into fatherhood. In today's show, he shares his story as a parent. How has his life changed? What has he learned along the way? How have his blog and podcast impacted his parenting? We cover all of this and more. Even moms will find value.  Give it a listen! Find more from Chris here: http://www.dadspotlight.com/  http://www.dadofdivas.com/   Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations   Help out the show with these affiliate links: Sitting Solution: http://affiliate.lxntracker.com/rd/r.php?sid=79&pub=240237&c1=&c2=&c3=  Amazon USA: https://www.amazon.com/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll2&tag=choicecon-20&linkId=1f6f703e9797258e86fd161ec82a2fb4  Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll2&tag=choic

Want to be more productive, achieve your long term goals, have work-life balance, and find meaning and purpose in your life? These things can be yours! David Allen's books are the tools you've been waiting for. In today's show, Jake Desyllas joins me as we do a book review of Making It All Work, the best seller from David Allen. Allen is the creator of the time management/productivity system called Getting Things Done (GTD for short). Making It All Work is a companion book to GTD. Where GTD goes more into the nuts and bolts and actionable items, Making It All Work focuses on the philosophy behind the system. GTD will help you empty your inbox.  Making It All Work will help you find meaning and purpose.   During the discussion, Jake and I detail our biggest takeaways from the book.  I think you will like it. Give it a listen!   Find more from Jake here: http://www.thevoluntarylife.com/  http://choiceconversations.com/financial-freedom-with-jake-desyllas  My conversation with David Allen: http://choiceconver

Would you like to retire early? How about traveling? Do you want to travel more? Then you won't want to miss today's show! Mike and Lauren Moyer join me to discuss their perpetual traveler life style. Here are some of the topics discussed: perpetual travel obtaining dual citazenship financial freedom early retirement extreme savings frugality minimalism entrepreneurship having a "lifestyle" business the impact of children on a minimalist budget raising children while traveling We discuss all of this and more in this fun, informative interview. Give it a listen! Find more from Mike and Lauren here: http://www.mikeandlauren.com/  http://www.mikeandlauren.tv/    Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations   Help out the show with these affiliate links: Sitting Solution: http://affiliate.lxntracker.com/rd/r.php?sid=79&pub=240237&c1=&c2=&c3=  Amazon USA: https://www.amazon.com/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll2&tag=choicecon-20&linkId=1f6

Are you searching for natural solutions to what ails you? Or maybe you are passionate about longevity and want to make sure you don't have any deficiencies in your diet? Dr. Phil Carson is your man! In today's show, Dr. Phil and I have a great discussion about supplements. Why might you need supplements? What are some tests you can run to determine what supplements would be helpful? What are the best companies who provide supplements? What supplements are in Chris's medicine cabinet?  :) All of this and more in today's show! You won't want to miss it!   Find more from Dr. Phil here: http://carsonnatural.com/  Free gift on stress reduction: http://carsonnatural.com/choiceconversations  Buy Dr. Phil's book: http://amzn.to/2nm7qxs  Supplements recommended during the show: http://amzn.to/2mOEdyS  http://amzn.to/2msEeaF  http://amzn.to/2nm1qVv      Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations   Help out the show with these affiliate links: Sitting Solution: http://affiliate.

Steve Crandall joins me to discuss Leader Effectiveness Training, as developed by Thomas Gordon. LET is a method of communication and conflict resolution that enables anyone who has been placed in a leadership position to get better results and to do it in a manner that is pleasant for both the leader and their followers. It is based on the same principals as Gordon’s Parent Effectiveness Training, which of course has been mentioned numerous times on the show. To find out more from Steve go to his website: http://www.crandallpartners.com/  Or send Steve an email: steve@crandallpartners.com  Gordon Training International’s site a tremendous resource for LET: http://www.gordontraining.com/  Gordon's essay What Every Leader Should Know: http://www.gordontraining.com/wp-content/uploads/What%20Every%20Leader%20Should%20Know%202012.pdf    Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations   Help out the show with these affiliate links: Sitting Solution: http://affiliate.lxntracke

Do you feel trapped in your current job? Do you feel that there is more to life than this? That you're not fulfilling your purpose? Stephanie O'Brien can help! Stephanie is an entrepreneur, an author, speaker, coach, and podcaster. In today's conversation, she shares her story. She graduated from college and became a social worker, doing what society told her she should be doing. But she was miserable. Something was clearly wrong. Stephanie tells us how she turned her life around, found her purpose, and now helps others to find meaning in their lives and reach their full potential. Give the show a listen.  You won't want to miss it!   Find more from Stephanie here: http://www.movedbypurpose.net/  https://www.facebook.com/movedbypurpose  https://twitter.com/movedbypurpose  https://linkedin.com/in/movedbypurpose   Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations   Help out the show with these affiliate links: Sitting Solution: http://affiliate.lxntracker.com/rd/r.php?sid=79

Have you hit rock bottom? Do you need to relaunch your life? Joel Boggess is your man! Joes is a speaker and author, and he hosts the award winning podcast ReLaunch. In today's show, he tells us about his miraculous tale of survival and recovery after falling off a bridge and awaking from a coma. Joel talks about how he was able to relaunch his life, and provides some tips you can use to turn your own life around. Give it a listen! Check out Joel's podcast here: http://relaunchshow.com/subscribe/ Get Joel's book here: http://amzn.to/2kYKiHF/    Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations   Help out the show with these affiliate links: Sitting Solution: http://affiliate.lxntracker.com/rd/r.php?sid=79&pub=240237&c1=&c2=&c3=  Amazon USA: https://www.amazon.com/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll2&tag=choicecon-20&linkId=1f6f703e9797258e86fd161ec82a2fb4  Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll2&tag=cho

Starting your own business is hard. Many try it, find they are miserable, and their business comes crashing down. Today's guest has cracked the code for making entrepreneurial ventures not only successful, but fun! Mark Asquith has successfully founded multiple profitable businesses.  He is a speaker, an author, and a podcaster. In our discussion, Mark details his secrets for keeping work fun and joyful, while simultaneously bringing in cash. Our talk includes the following: being an entrepreneur vs holding a job the importance of passion making money vs providing value the entrepreneur title as a badge of honor handling tasks you dislike but that need to be done productivity willpower time management We cover all of this and more. Give it a listen!   Find more from Mark here: http://www.excellence-expected.com/  http://www.excellence-expected.com/movement/   Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations   Help out the show with these affiliate links: Sitting Solution:

We live in a world full of people who were traumatized as children. Daniel Mackler wants to heal that world. Today's show is a replay of a discussion I had with Daniel Mackler a couple years ago about the healing of psychological wounds. I got so much great feedback about this episode that I decided to release it again!  Now new listeners get a chance to hear it. And even if you heard this one already, it's worth another listen. It's that good.  :) We cover the 4 stages of enlightenment (dissociation, depression, grieving, enlightenment), as well as how positive thinking techniques and psychotherapy could be keeping you from healing your wounds. This conversation goes from celibacy, to minimalism, to world travel, and beyond!  Give it a listen! Find more from Daniel here: http://wildtruth.net/   Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations   Help out the show with these affiliate links: Sitting Solution: http://affiliate.lxntracker.com/rd/r.php?sid=79&pub=240237&