Choice Conversations

Are you passionate about a sport, but are getting burned out training? Are you wanting to bring the fun back? Anja Smith can help! Anja is an endurance athlete and entrepreneur. Her innovative product, Drill Deck, helps triathletes to train hard and improve performance, while keeping things fresh and fun.  In today's show, we discuss the following: making training fun again how passion can sometimes lead you off track overcoming negative self talk the importance of being kind to yourself when your short term goals get in the way of your long term goals How Anja's product, Drill Deck, implements these principals. What are our favorite board games and card games? I know, total tangent. :) We talk about all of this and more. Give it a listen!   Buy Drill Deck with this code and get a nice discount: choiceconversations You can find Drill Deck here: https://tridrilldeck.com/ https://www.facebook.com/drilldeck/ https://www.instagram.com/drilldeck/   Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/C

Are you not happy with your body? Have you tried losing weight, but diets don't seem to work for you? Kevin Geary is your man! In today's episode, Kevin and I discuss the myriad of factors that get in the way making lasting changes so that you can have the body and life you love. Topics covered include: why people fail even when they have the right information why willpower isn't enough how many people have a dysfunctional relationship with food, body and self what's wrong with the fitness and diet industry what biological, psychological, social, and environmental factors are hostile to your efforts working with, instead of against, your inner rebel and inner perfectionist how to put your authentic self back in the driver's seat of your life using passion and intrinsic motivation weighing immediate benefits vs future benefits We discuss all of this and more. Give it a listen!   Get Decode Your Cravings today: http://academy.rebootedbody.com/dyc/ Find more from Kevin here: http://rebootedbody.com/   Enjoy gr

Don't have enough money to travel?  Or when you do travel, is it sometimes not as great as you'd hoped it would be? Do you ever feel like you need a vacation from your vacation? Check out this interview with perpetual traveler Kevin Koskella, as we discuss how to take your vacationing to the next level! Topics covered include: how to save money while traveling how to travel more often perpetual travel mini-retirement vs binge vacationing location independence use of Airbnb, both as a renter and a landlord minimalism tips for traveling light We talk about all this and more. You won't want to miss it!   Find more from Kevin here: http://www.freedomlovin.com/  https://www.facebook.com/groups/freedomlovin/   kevin@freedomlovin.com  http://choiceconversations.com/living-free-in-an-unfree-world-with-kevin-koskella  http://choiceconversations.com/the-mental-side-of-freedom  Previous episodes on travel: http://choiceconversations.com/the-search-for-greener-pastures-with-erik-townsend-part-1  http://choicecon

Want to eat healthy but also want your food to be delicious? Good news! The perfect diet for health is also the most delicious diet! Paul Jaminet joins me as we discuss how to lengthen your lifespan while pleasing your palate. No compromises here! We cover a great deal of ground, going beyond just diet. What are the benefits of intermittent fasting and how best to do it? Likewise, what are the benefits of improving your circadian rhythms and how best to do it? What are the best supplemental foods? How do short and medium chain fatty acids help with longevity? Is your strategy for getting probiotics into your diet effective? Find all of this within, plus the answers to several listener questions!   Find more from Paul here: http://perfecthealthdiet.com/  Buy his book -> http://amzn.to/2iJZO5C   Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon! Please contribute: https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations   Help out the show with these affiliate links: Sitting Solution: http://affiliate.lxntracker.com/rd/r.php?sid=79&a

Would you like more freedom in your life? How about better critical thinking skills? Richard Grove is your man! Richard is an author, film maker, podcaster, and entrepreneur. In today's episode, we discuss ways to free yourself from mainstream propaganda, see the world clearly, and improve your life. Some of the topics covered include: how sales can be manipulative mainstream media propoganda and fake news the nature of self esteem the failings of public school David Allen's productivity system Getting Things Done  the nature of personal freedom how to develop critical thinking skills parenting (and the book Parent Effectiveness Training by Thomas Gordon) You won't want to miss this entertaining and insightful conversation. Check it out! Find more from Richard here: https://tragedyandhope.com/  https://tragedyandhope.com/category/peacerevolution/ (his podcast) On twitter @tragedyandhope   Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon! Please contribute: https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations   Help out the sh

Could coaching help you be more successful in life? Or perhaps you've thought about becoming a coach yourself? Either way, this podcast is for you! Hannah Braime joins me to discuss her journey as a life coach, author, and blogger. Some of the topics we cover include: the differences between coaching, counseling and consulting how asking questions is better than providing answers What is one of Hannah's favorite exercises she gives her clients? how journaling plays a role how to find the right coach for you the importance of marketing for a life coach passive income vs unjobbing vs entrepreneurship We talk about all of this and more. You won't want to miss it!   Find more from Hannah here: http://www.becomingwhoyouare.net/  https://app.convertkit.com/landing_pages/54232  (her library) hannah@becomingwhoyouare.net   The My Life episode mentioned during the intro: http://choiceconversations.com/eat-as-much-as-you-want-and-lose-weight-my-life-series-part-5    Enjoy great bonus content on Patreon! Please cont

Looking to improve your leadership skills? Are you a manager who wants to get results, while at the same time building strong relationships with your subordinates? In this book review of The One Minute Manager from Spencer Johnson and Ken Blanchard, I will show you how! In this episode I cover the following: ensuring your employees know what is expected of them effective use of praise how to take the sting out of reprimands, while still correcting the undesired behavior running effective meetings getting workers to "buy in" how to reduce the time required to manage people, while increasing production getting new hires up and running quickly and efficiently The methods discussed in this podcast are great for any time you are in a leadership position, be it at work, at home, hobbies and clubs, where ever. You won't want to miss this show!   Buy the book here: http://amzn.to/2heFqKC    Find great bonus content on Patreon! Please contribute: https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations   Help out the show with

Would you like to be more relaxed and live life more fully, while at the same time increasing your productivity level? If so, then David Allen is your man! In this episode, I talk with productivity consultant David Allen about his wonderful book Getting Things Done, and the time-management system that goes under the same name.  Getting Things Done, called GTD for short, of course can help you to be more productive, but that is just one of many benefits it provides.  Having a tool to manage all of the thoughts, projects and responsibilities that pop into your head gives you the space required to think clearly, be present, and be purposeful.  It enables your creativity, while simultaneously reducing stress.  And when it's time to relax you can really relax!  GTD is more than just a time-management system.  It's a way of life! Buy David's book here: http://amzn.to/2fQhPxe  Find more from David here: http://gettingthingsdone.com/   Choice Conversations is now on Patreon! Please contribute: https://www.patreon.com

Want to reduce your chance for cancer, heart disease and poor health? Want to age gracefully, not losing mobility, not needing a walker or wheelchair? The Sitting Solution is just the thing! In this replay of the conversation I had with Chad Walding last year, we talk about how sitting is the new smoking, linked with all sorts of bad health outcomes. Chad explains how through the restorative exercises found in the Sitting Solution, you can regain lost mobility and poor posture, righting the ship so that you age gracefully and increase your odds of avoiding disease. In addition, improving your posture can improve your mood, your confidence, and your self esteem, which has ripple effects, supporting improvements in all areas of your life! If you missed it the first time, now is your chance to catch this important discussion. If you listened to it last year, now is your chance to give it a second listen. The Sitting Solution is one of the most influential books I've read in my life, and this powerful episode is

Ever wanted to start your own online business? Or maybe you have an internet business, but it's not as successful as you'd like? Nathan Fraser can help! This episode is part 2 of a 2 part conversation I had with Nathan about how to build a successful online business. In this episode, we do a deep dive into marketing and copywriting.  I truly believe this is the difference between success and failure. Give it a listen! Listen to part 1 here: http://choiceconversations.com/build-a-successful-online-business-with-nathan-fraser-part-1  Find more from Nathan here: http://nathanfrasershow.com/  http://freemarketsquad.com/  http://choiceconversations.com/strategies-for-success-with-nathan-fraser    Choice Conversations is now on Patreon! Please contribute: 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

Ever wanted to start your own online business? Or maybe you have an internet business, but it's not as successful as you'd like? Nathan Fraser can help! This episode is part 1 of a 2 part conversation I had with Nathan about how to build a successful online business. Some of the points we cover include: Dedication to solving your customers' problems The importance of passion How to judge your target market for success Will it sink or sail? Ways to test before you invest! How to grow your email list We talk about all of this and more. You won't want to miss it! Find more from Nathan here: http://nathanfrasershow.com/  http://freemarketsquad.com/  http://choiceconversations.com/strategies-for-success-with-nathan-fraser    Choice Conversations is now on Patreon! Please contribute: 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

Want to take power over your life?  Want to free yourself from the drama, disease, and suffering that your mind creates?  Want to find happiness?  Gary van Warmerdam is your man!  Gary is an author, coach, teacher, and podcaster, using wisdom from spiritual traditions to help others eliminate suffering and find peace & happiness. In this show, we talk about some of Gary's strategies that he teaches his clients.  We discuss the importance of beliefs, and how you can create more choices in your life.  We get into contrasting Gary's strategies with non-violent communication (NVC) and Inner Family Systems therapy (IFS).   All this and more in today's show!   Find more from Gary here: http://www.pathwaytohappiness.com/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/happiness-through-self-awareness/id184544517?mt=2  Buy Gary's book: http://amzn.to/2fgWwq0 Choice Conversations is now on Patreon! Please contribute: https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations  Help out the show with these affiliate links: Sitting Soluti

Ever wonder what your purpose is in life? Or how you could live your life more purposefully? Greg Berg joins me to discuss just that! Greg and I talk about his journey from radio DJ in the 80s, to today, where he hosts the Life on Purpose podcast. He shares with us the strategies he uses to find peace and purpose in his life, including yoga, meditation, and exercise. The details he provides on his morning routine are quite helpful. You won't want to miss it!   Find more from Greg here: http://www.lifeonpurposeshow.com/   Choice Conversations is now on Patreon! Please contribute: 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=choicec

Sticker shock for the paleo diet can be pretty brutal. Meat and produce typically are much more expensive than the sugar filled, processed junk most people eat. And when you start talking about "grass fed," "pastured," and "organic," your budget might get blown out of the water! Philip Frey from the Valiant Growth podcast joins me to discuss strategies for eating paleo, while keeping costs low. We will improve your health AND save you money! Check it out!   Find more from Philip here: http://www.valiantgrowth.com/  http://choiceconversations.com/the-art-of-stress-free-relationships-with-philip-frey   http://choiceconversations.com/the-future-is-better-than-you-think-abundance-book-review-with-philip-frey    Choice Conversations is now on Patreon! Please contribute: 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_l

You can improve your love life by changing the way you talk to your partner. Acclaimed author Warren Farrell joins me to discuss this topic! We go over how the human species evolved a certain reaction to criticism which was useful during more primitive times, but is no longer serving us in modern times as we try to have fulfilling marriages. The focus is primarily on communication with a life partner, but we dip into parenting, education, and communication with friends, co-workers, or anyone! This interview is a replay of one I originally recorded with Warren back in September of 2013. I felt that between all of the new listeners the show has been getting and the high quality of the show it was worth posting it again. This way those who missed it the first time will get a chance to benefit from Warren's wisdom. Plus, you get to see how far I've come in improving the audio quality in my studio. :) Find more from Warren here: http://www.warrenfarrell.com/ Choice Conversations is now on Patreon! Please contrib

The future is better than you think, and there is great evidence to back that up. Philip Frey joins me in this episode to review the best seller from Peter Diamandis, Abundance: The Future is Better than You Think, which dives deep into this topic. Does it improve your life to have an outlook of abundance, rather than on outlook of scarcity? As human longevity expands, just how old can we expect to live? What is dematerialization, and why is it important? Are free markets leading to innovation and the enrichment of the human race? What skills will be important to have in a world that is changing at an exponential rate? We discuss all of this and more! You won't want to miss it! Buy the book Abundance here: http://amzn.to/2dPVAMD  Find more from Philip here: http://www.valiantgrowth.com/  http://choiceconversations.com/the-art-of-stress-free-relationships-with-philip-frey  Choice Conversations is now on Patreon! Please contribute: https://www.patreon.com/ChoiceConversations  Help out the show with these af

In this episode of the My Life series, I give you my strategy for crushing email. Handling large numbers of emails is just reality in our modern world, and it can easily eat your day away if you let it. I refuse to let that happen! My systematic approach allows me to process emails quickly and efficiently, enabling me to focus on other projects for most of the day. Listen to this show, and find out how I've tamed my inbox! Choice Conversations is now on Patreon! Please contribute: 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=choicecon-20&linkId=1f6f703e9797258e86fd161ec82a2fb4  My Life series: http://choiceconversations.com

I was recently a guest on An Anarchist Conversation with Neil Sollenberger, and I thought you might like to hear it. We discussed the ins and outs of podcasting, how I stumbled into it, how I've learned along the way, and honed my craft. Then we discussed the difference podcasting is making in the world, how the main stream media gate keepers are no longer an obsticle, and information is now decentralized. Podcasting truly is improving the world.  If you have a message you want to share, Neil and I encourage you to pick up the mic! The barrier to entry has never been lower. Find more from Neil here: http://ananarchistconversation.libsyn.com Choice Conversations is now on Patreon! Please contribute: 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=1f6f703

In this episode of the My Life series, I talk about the role strength training plays in optimal living. What are the benefits of strength training? How has my strength training routine changed over the years? How do I motivate myself to work out? What exercises do I do in order to improve functional mobility, reduce injury, and age gracefully? I cover all of this and more. You won't want to miss it! Here's what my exercise routine looks like over the course of an average week, as discussed during the episode: Days 1 through 6 Stretches (yoga, sitting solution) - 10 to 15 minutes Calisthenics (push ups, pull ups, handstand push ups, squats, plank) - 1 set/exercise until failure, 5 to 10 minutes Walk - 60+ minutes One of the following: Sprints - 3 days/week, 8 sprints/day, 30 seconds/sprint Restorative exercises (sitting solution, yoga, gymnastic strength training) - 2 days/week, 60 minutes Mow the lawn (push mower that is not self-propelling, hilly yard) - 1 day/week, 45 minutes Day 7 (a day of rest)

In this episode of the My Life series, I talk about how I lost weight, and kept it off, eating as much food as I wanted. Too good to be true? Absolutely not!  Give it a listen and find out how I make this work. I cover many great topics in this show, including the following: The differences between the paleo and primal diets The benefits of grassfed meats and dairy Is an 80/20, moderation based approach better, or is abstinence? What is an optimal ratio for macro-nutrients? What is the difference between healthy and unhealthy fats? What are my productivity hacks for the kitchen? I cover all of this and more. You won't want to miss it! 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&