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Manifest Your Greatness119. Getting Out of Your Own WayIn this episode, I discuss the often overlooked and underestimated challenges we face in pursuit of our goals. Hurdles like negative thoughts, self-sabotage, ruminating on past failures and fixating on what we can't control constantly conspire to trip you up along your path towards greatness. Fortunately, there are some practical and actionable methods that you can use to discover and thwart your own negative intentions. 01:30 Understanding Self-Sabotage 02:37 Personal Example of Self-Sabotage 04:42 The Justification Trap 08:26 Overcoming Past Failures 11:34 The Role of Fear 2024-06-2423 min

Manifest Your Greatness118. The Power of Daily Healing PracticesIn this episode of the Manifest Your Greatness podcast, I delve into the importance of incorporating a daily healing practice to manage stress and promote overall well-being. Because everyday stressors drain our energy, it is important to include recovery periods to maintain physical and mental health. This episode contains practical steps and activities that foster healing, boost energy, and strengthen the immune system. 00:35 The Importance of Daily Healing Practices 01:30 Understanding Stress and Energy Usage 03:13 The Role of Rest in Growth and Recovery 05:26 Balancing Stress and Recovery...2024-06-0320 min

Manifest Your Greatness117. Thoughts Vs. ThinkingIn this episode I focus on distinguishing between 'thoughts' and 'thinking' and how this distinction impacts our daily lives. Thinking is an active process of interpreting information based on past experiences and knowledge, creating subjective realities. Thoughts however are new ideas we receive from beyond our analytical minds that hold the potential for new exciting realities. Like clearing a runway for an inbound aircraft to land, we need to create mental space in order to receive thoughts. 00:12 Understanding Thoughts vs. Thinking 01:25 The Power of Subjective Reality 04:27 How Our...2024-05-2022 min

Manifest Your Greatness116. Power of Principle in Pursuing Your PassionWhile passion fuels life's journey, it is the adherence to principles such as hard work, adaptability, and continuous learning that sustains long-term success. These same principles are invaluable when navigating life's numerous and often unexpected setbacks. When we ensure that our decisions are guided by our most honored, unwavering principles, we pave the way for a fulfilling and purpose-driven journey towards greatness. 00:45 The Catalyst of Change: A Personal Journey 02:29 Embracing the Layoff: A Turning Point 06:50 The Principle vs. Passion Debate 08:02 Risk and Reward: Rethinking Employment Security 2024-05-0621 min

Manifest Your Greatness115. The Art of Transformation: You 2.0This episode delves into the inevitable pains and rewards of personal transformation. I discuss how transformation involves enduring both physical and psychological discomfort. However, pain associated with transformation in the pursuit of personal growth is temporary and the rewards long-lasting, whereas paid as a result of stagnation is compounding and chronic. While any goal worthy of pursuing includes discomfort, embracing transformation is the only avenue that leads to long lasting personal greatness 00:37 Understanding Transformation and Its Challenges 01:32 The Journey of Personal Upgrade: Becoming You 2.0 02:18 Embracing Life's Transitions for...2024-04-2210 min

Manifest Your Greatness114. Getting Your New Business off the Ground - 5 Tips for EntrepreneursIn this episode I dive into 5 battle-tested steps entrepreneurs can take to successfully get their business going and to get it growing. I'll share personal examples of how I implemented these tips myself to establish and grow several of my successful businesses that span across very different industries. 00:29 Understanding Entrepreneurship: The Journey Begins 02:38 The Five Essential Tips for Entrepreneurs 02:47 Tip 1: Setting Your Business Goals 03:58 Tip 2: Breaking Down Goals into Milestones 05:30 Tip 3: Prioritizing Your Activities 07:49 Tip 4: Focus and Follow Through 09:39 Tip 5: Delegate and...2024-04-1514 min

Manifest Your Greatness113. Slowing Down to Progress Faster: The Secret to Getting Out of a RutIn this episode I share the counterintuitive but definitely not counterproductive approach of taking a step back when facing mental roadblocks or feeling stuck, especially when under pressure. When the stakes are high and ideas run low, the importance of engaging in playful, creative activities that are mentally stimulating but enjoyable, cannot be overstated. Rather than being a waste of time, activities like these allow the brain to subconsciously process challenges, potentially leading to creative breakthroughs. 00:33 Navigating Mental Roadblocks 01:18 The Power of Taking a Step Back 03:30 Engaging in Creative Activities for B...2024-04-0813 min

Manifest Your Greatness112. The Power of Pausing: Secrets to Effective Rest and RecoveryIn this episode I discuss the often overlooked yet crucial practice of taking time off for personal development and well-being. Stepping away from our fast-paced routines to recharge physically, emotionally, and mentally is a key ingredient to long term success. Breaks can enhance creativity, problem-solving abilities, and overall health while providing opportunities for introspection and alignment with personal values and goals. Pressing pause on your hustle from time to time gives you the priceless opportunity to evaluate whether you are living in harmony with your deepest desires and aspirations, or if you have unknowingly allowed other motivations...2024-04-0108 min

Manifest Your Greatness111. Overcoming Adversity and Manifesting GreatnessThis episode focuses on how to navigate through difficult situations by utilizing tools and skills to help manifest inner greatness. I'll share personal experiences of overcoming a significant financial loss due to fraud, and illustrate the importance of skills such as surrendering to reality, centering, reframing challenges, and maintaining presence amidst chaos. Adversities also present uncomfortable yet powerful opportunities for character to shine through and help guide you from feeling victimized to feeling empowered and capable of leveraging those same adversities for further growth. 1:44 Understanding Risks and Preparations 2:46 Overcoming Financial...2024-03-2517 min

Manifest Your Greatness110. Finding Renewal Through Misogi: Beyond Routine to GreatnessIn this episode, I discuss the importance of peppering an established, structured routine with Misogi, a Japanese purification ritual aimed at spiritual and physical renewal through challenging activities as a means to rejuvenate and bring a fresh perspective to one's daily routine. There are many different ways you can perform your own Misogi to help improve overall health, reconnect with yourself and nature, and promote emotional and spiritual well-being which can help recalibrate your capabilities and revitalize your appreciation for daily life. 00:33 The Double-Edged Sword of Routine 03:54 Introducing Misogi: A Path...2024-03-1812 min

Manifest Your Greatness109. The Courage to Live for What You Love - Interview with Sasha RoyceIn this episode I have the opportunity to sit down with Sasha Royce, the founder and CEO of Smart Swimsuits. Sasha opens up about her journey from overcoming a traumatic childhood and various other hardships to becoming a successful and innovative ecopreneur. Sasha shares her experiences with developing biodegradable plastics that ultimately lead to the creation of environmentally friendly swimsuits designed to protect skin from sunlight, eliminate tan lines, and significantly reduce waste and sunscreen usage. Sasha's story is a testament to resilience, the power of a positive mindset, and the impact of thinking outside...2024-03-111h 14

Manifest Your Greatness108. The Secret to a Productive and Healthy Home OfficeWhile the flexibility of working from home can be a godsend, without the right setup it can feel more like a chore than a perk. That's because many of us simply don't have a home office environment conducive to a healthy and productive workday. In this episode, I'll share some practical and actionable tips to help establish an ideal home office environment. 00:33 The Importance of a Healthy Home Office 01:11 Optimizing Physical Comfort in Your Workspace 02:16 Establishing a Dedicated Workspace 02:52 Setting Boundaries and Minimizing Distractions 04:11...2024-03-0415 min

Manifest Your Greatness107. Masterclass on Mindfulness + Human ConnectionWelcome to the Manifest Your Greatness Podcast's first masterclass. In this episode, we revisit revealing conversations I've had on previous episodes with Bill Murphy, Nicole Starbuck, Dr. Fred Moss, and Cassandra Ciarallo in the context of mindfulness and human connection. While these four guests lead very different lives, they all have profound insight on the topic of mindfulness and human connection. Enjoy the opportunity to listen in on varying perspectives that these guests hold on how mindfulness and human connection are both integral to the human experience and offer us opportunities to...2024-02-261h 26

Manifest Your Greatness106. Addressing Problems in Paradise - Interview With Dr. Kimo AlamedaIn this episode, esteemed guest Dr. Kimo Alameda discusses key challenges facing the local community of Hawai'i Island. Topics range from the island's housing crisis, renewable energy projects, to strengthening local businesses and the alarming rise of fentanyl-related deaths. Dr. Kimo shares how a tragic bicycle accident at a young age set in motion cascading experiences that led him to becoming a counselor, psychologist, and ultimately a visionary leader in healthcare. While many of the topics discussed during today's episode are explored within the context of Hawai'i Island, the universal nature of these topics is...2024-02-1937 min

Manifest Your Greatness105. Tenacity + Trajectory = Life TransformationIn this episode we explore the importance of tenacity and trajectory in our pursuit of life-transforming goals. Tenacity in this context is about going after something persistently but also in a balanced and efficient way to maintain longevity and performance. Trajectory in this sense refers to the path taken in achieving a goal which includes course correcting and adjusting as new information and experiences continue to refine and sometimes reshape our goals. Transformation in this formula is depicted not as a final stage but rather a continuous cycle of achievement and setting new...2024-02-1218 min

Manifest Your Greatness104. Back in the Saddle - Interview with Amberley SnyderIn this episode, Amberley Snyder, a competitive rodeo rider who defied all odds after a debilitating accident, shares her incredible comeback story. Amberley was an extremely talented barrel racer who earned numerous awards and accolades during her young career. But in the blink of an eye, everything changed when she became paralyzed from the waist down due to a horrific accident. Within days of starting physical therapy restricted to a wheelchair, her physical trainer asked her what her goals were. She replied without hesitation. "Simple. Walk. Ride. Rodeo." Beyond any doubt, Amberley believes that the...2024-02-0533 min

Manifest Your Greatness103. Overcoming 'Old You' InertiaIf you're like me, then you've probably established some audacious goals for this new year. With the best intensions, you've set out on the path of progress towards these goals only to be thwarted by setbacks related to their imposing scale and associated complexities. You may be realizing you've potentially bit off more than you can chew. Or, you may be questioning if a particular goal you've set is really the goal you truly desire. You may be tempted to give up on your goals when these questions of doubt arise, but hang in there. It's at...2024-01-2921 min

Manifest Your Greatness102. Deterring Shark Attacks While Protecting the Ocean - Interview with Nathan GarrisonIn this highly anticipated episode, I'm joined by Nathan Garrison, the co-founder of Sharkbanz, a company that produces devices to deter shark attacks without harming them or the environment. Nathan shares the science behind Sharkbanz award winning technology, along with unequivocal evidence of its effectiveness as a shark deterrent. Nathan also explains the magnetic technology behind Sharkbanz, based on years of scientific research to create effective and safe shark repellents. We close with a discussion about industry-shifting innovations in the pipeline for Sharkbanz, including a research project on shark repellent bait for sustainable commercial fishing.2024-01-2256 min

Manifest Your Greatness101. How to Improve Your Willpower and Increase Your TenacityWillpower and tenacity are critical characteristics of all accomplished individuals. However, recent neuroscience discoveries suggest that you can feed, develop, and nurture these attributes like a skill. In this episode, I share three scientifically proven strategies to enhance your willpower and boost your tenacity. 01:28 Understanding the Concept of Willpower and Tenacity 02:51 The Role of Nutrition in Enhancing Willpower and Tenacity 05:18 The Neuroscience of Willpower and Tenacity 11:17 The Power of Self-Perception and Mindset 14:49 Practical Steps to Improve Willpower and Tenacity ...2024-01-1518 min

Manifest Your Greatness100. Get SMART With Your GoalsWe've all had the experience of setting a well-intended goal, creating a well thought out plan, and then not achieving the results we were after. If we reflect on why we came up short, we may ask ourselves questions like “What did I miss?” Or perhaps “Where did I go wrong?” Well imagine having a simple yet reliable roadmap to guide you step by step towards your desired results. In today’s episode I'm going to explore the SMART framework, and explain how you can use it to set goals with clarity thereby creating a pathway t...2024-01-0818 min

Manifest Your Greatness99. Intuition Vs. EgoWhen you are struck by a new idea that sparks your creativity, and you swell with optimism as you contemplate the possibilities, it's easy to be swept away in the moment and want to embrace the idea with all you've got. But how do you know if that spark of inspiration is being fueled by genuine intuition, or by your ego masquerading as your intuition? In this episode, I explore how to discern between ego-driven ideas and intuition-driven ones, focusing on aspects such as motivation, emotion, time perspective and the paradigms of scarcity vs abundance. 2024-01-0117 min

Manifest Your Greatness98. Successfully Navigating Difficult TransitionsToday we're doing something a little bit different. With 2023 almost in the rear view, this is the perfect time to take a close look at what you want to accomplish in the upcoming year. In today's episode, I share a recent MYG exclusive webinar I presented entitled Successfully Navigating Difficult Transitions. In this presentation, I delve into the importance of having a clear 'why', executing within your own locus of control, practicing intentional thinking and many more battle-tested concepts designed to help you start off 2024 on the right foot. If you would like...2023-12-2535 min

Manifest Your Greatness97. Year In Review - 2023As this year comes to a close, it's a perfect time to pause and reflect on our most recent journey around the sun. In this episode I share some of my pivotal experiences from this year, and also my takeaways from 2023 regarding the power of surrendering to what is, re-evaluating the rules we set for ourselves, and avoiding chronic over thinking in order to experience a more fulfilling and rewarding present moment. 03:20 The Power of Surrender 12:20 Challenging Self-Imposed Rules and Expectations 14:37 The Impact of Self-Perception 29:49 The...2023-12-1836 min

Manifest Your Greatness96. The Truth About Hard ThingsSetbacks and hardships will inevitably dot your path towards reaching your goals. This is why it's so important to recognize that sometimes it's okay not to be okay. In this episode I explain the vital concept of facing difficult situations and challenges required along the journey of personal growth, and share modalities for you to incorporate during tough times in pursuit of great things. emphasizing that the journey is unique and personal. He also delves into how various motivational speakers and frameworks may or may not resonate with everyone and highlights the importance of accepting...2023-12-1119 min

Manifest Your Greatness95. Embracing Individuality and Cultivating Greatness - Interview With Dr. Fred MossDr. Fred Moss is a renown psychiatrist, mental health advocate, and founder of Welcome to Humanity. In this episode Dr. Fred shares his groundbreaking 'Undoctored' approach to helping people discover alternative means of processing, healing and ultimately transcending pain and trauma outside of medication and traditional psychiatric modalities. Dr. Fred also explains how the most human need is simply to be heard and unveils the importance of understanding and integrating the safest, most effective way to help us heal as a society. 02:46 The Power of Podcasting and Self-Expression 04:17...2023-12-041h 17

Manifest Your Greatness94. I'm Not Broken; I'm Successful WIth Autism - Interview With Sam MitchellSam Mitchell has autism and he has a message for you. His message is that "I am not broken, do not need to be fixed, there is no normal in this world, and I am successful, with autism.” In today's episode, Sam shares his personal journey with autism, highlighting that everyone, regardless of where they fall on the spectrum, possesses unique strengths and potential. Sam is a motivational speaker, entrepreneur, writer, and a host of the popular podcast, Autism Rocks and Rolls. 03:03 Understanding Autism Spectrum 04:35 Origin Story of Autism Rocks and Rolls 0...2023-11-2724 min

Manifest Your Greatness93. Acknowledging and Confronting Your TraumaIn this episode, I open up a dialogue on the subject of trauma. The discussion delves into how one's perception of trauma is often skewed towards traumatic incidents with a 'capital T', such as war or severe accidents. Simultaneously, smaller, personal traumas are often overlooked, despite playing a substantial role in an individual's growth and understanding of themselves. I share personal experiences and explain why it's so critical to acknowledge, accept and address your traumas, no matter the magnitude, in order to unlock your full potential and truly Manifest Your Greatness. 01:33 Exploring the Concept of...2023-11-2024 min

Manifest Your Greatness92. Bringing Quality Films to Hawai'i - Interview with G.B. HajimG.B. Hajim is a producer, director, writer, and visual artist that has been involved in over 250 projects ranging from television commercials to the first feature film ever produced in the Hawaiian language. G.B.'s newest film Mermaid's Lament, which is already a Dances with Films Best Feature Award Nominee, will soon be making its screen debut on the Big Island of Hawai'i. In today's episode G.B. shares the origin of his love for Hawai'i, its culture, and the ocean while giving you a front row seat to his ongoing mission to bring...2023-11-1331 min

Manifest Your Greatness91. Discovering What Drives YouWhat is it that you are meant to do? What activities do you do that bring out your spark from within? We all know certain things that we enjoy doing. And when we find ourselves doing things we'd rather not, we tell ourselves that we have to do those things and have no choice. But the truth is that every activity we participate in, whether we enjoy it or not, we do have a choice. The difference is that some of our choices are extrinsically motivated while others are intrinsically motivated. In today's episode, I'm...2023-11-0616 min

Manifest Your Greatness90. Freeing the World of 1,000,000 Pounds - Interview With Chris TerrellChris Terrell had been battling being extremely over weight for years until a tragedy forced him to stop waiting to live the life he wanted to live. At 290 pounds, he took up a challenge offered by his brother to “move 20 minutes a day 3 times a week”. That was the catalyst for a 2-year weight loss journey that ultimately helped Chris lose 125 pounds. And what is more important, Chris has kept the weight off ever since. On today's episode, Chris shares the mindset and framework he developed to help him navigate his journey to lose weight, adopt a new...2023-10-311h 46

Manifest Your Greatness89. Transcending Trauma - Interview With Dr. Irene CopAfter suffering a catastrophic burnout and near-fatal experience, Dr. Irene Cop developed an innovative protocol to heal against all odds that she now uses with clients all over the world to help them bounce back from setbacks and live their most successful lives. She has been called "the Brené Brown of Burnout", "the Problem Solver", and "the Last Resort Doc" by clients who’ve been ecstatic at their transformation. In today's episode, Dr. Irene shares how she leverages her vast expertise in acupuncture, neuroplasticity, elite performance psychology, leadership, stress management, neurophysiological meditation, and resilience to hel...2023-10-2445 min

Manifest Your Greatness88. One Choice Away From A Different Life - Interview With Kyle QuilausingKyle Quilausing was once ranked fourth in the world in golf next to Eldrick “Tiger” Woods when he was ten years old. Kyle was destined for greatness. He collected six state golf championships and qualified for the world championships repeatedly. In his senior year in high school, he was preparing to go pro on a full ride scholarship to a prestigious university when one devastating decision brought his world and thousands of hours of hard work crashing down around him. Seemingly overnight, Kyle found himself buried alive in a crystal meth drug addiction, high-speed car chases, and a life of c...2023-10-221h 09

Manifest Your Greatness87. Expressing Your Most Authentic Self - Interview With Cassandra CiaralloCassandra Ciarallo is an Enchantment Coach & Embodiment Facilitator, and she helps women feel empowered to express their most present, embodied and authentic selves. She helps them reconnect to their bodies, reignite their passions and rewire their thoughts, feelings and energy. As an entrepreneur for almost a decade, she brings her experience as an agent of change to help others step into the life they have always dreamed of, using the tools and practice that have transformed her own relationship to Self. She specializes in leading with the wisdom of the body from her somatic studies in the Art...2023-10-0949 min

Manifest Your Greatness85. Resilience, Dignity, and the Fight for Women's Equity - Interview With Celeste MergensCeleste Mergens is an author, speaker, and thought leader, and helps people be the change they want to be in the world. She is the founder of Days for Girls, a global award-winning organization championing Women's Health and Menstrual Equity. Days for Girls believes in a world where periods are never a problem and has reached more than 3 million women and girls in 145 countries, shattering stigma, shame, and taboos and turning periods into pathways of healing, new growth, and opportunity. Celeste has been featured in Oprah’s O Magazine, Forbes, and Stanford Social Innovation Review. Sh...2023-09-2559 min

Manifest Your Greatness84. Be Do Have Movement - Interview with Jacklyn and Jamie PurvisJamie and Jacklyn Purvis are the father-daughter duo behind the Be Do Have Movement and together they have helped thousands of individuals unlock their true potential. Leveraging decades of experience in business, growth strategy, mindset and performance, along with proven modalities including Neurolinguistic Programming, Hypnotherapy and Mental and Emotional Release®, their aim is to create a movement of success-driven people and empower them to have the courage to follow their dreams and live their best lives. In today's episode, Jamie and Jacklyn expound upon the importance of self discovery, and why it is so important to live ac...2023-09-181h 09

Manifest Your Greatness64. The Importance of Pairing Self Love With Self RespectMost of us are familiar with the concepts of self love and self respect. At its essence, self love is about accepting and loving yourself for who you are while recognizing that you are perfectly imperfect. Self respect is about achieving unflappable self confidence married with an unwavering belief that you are putting in the work required to grow and excel with honor and dignity. What is often overlooked is that striving for self respect without without being squarely grounded in self love can leave you unfulfilled at its best and bitter or even resentful at its worst. 2023-05-0112 min

Manifest Your Greatness63. How to Create Action Plans That DeliverWhile many are already aware that creating action plans is a great way to outline milestones designed to help you achieving your goals, less are aware of why our action plans often don't deliver intended results. In this episode I will explain how making subtle yet significant changes in how we define our milestones, and by including key information like what, when, why, and how are critical to help you clear the fog of ambiguity that often dooms well-intended action plans. Explore lots of additional free resources to help you Manifest the Greatness That You A...2023-04-2411 min

Manifest Your Greatness62. Why We Project Our Insecurities Onto OthersEveryone knows what it's like to have their buttons pushed. When people say or do things that can trigger you to respond with contempt, it can be frustrating and sometimes embarrassing. You may ask yourself "What is wrong with them? Don't they know how (insert critical judgement here) that sounds?" The urge is to simply chalk up the incident as a "them" problem. But if you look deeper, you may discover that your reaction to their behavior was actually triggered by an insecurity that your are subconsciously trying desperately to keep discreetly hidden - even from yourself. ...2023-04-1318 min

Manifest Your Greatness61. Growth Through Pain and DisappointmentWhether we'd like to admit it or not, our experiences and our fears shape our understanding of the world and how we expect it to behave. This is why it can be unexpectedly painful when someone you love, trust and/or look up to suddenly acts in a way that you never expected. You can feel shocked, angry, disappointed, and even betrayed. In this episode I will explain why living according to our values and beliefs leaves us particularly vulnerable in certain situations while simultaneously providing us with invaluable insight for further self discovery. Explore...2023-04-0316 min

Manifest Your Greatness60. 7 Tips to Help You Overcome Self-Destructive BehaviorEveryone has times in their lives when their best intentions are suddenly at risk of being derailed. However, it's what happens next that is critical. Do you succumb to reacting by doing what will sooth your feelings of discomfort in the moment? Do you overreact and end up taking an action you'll later regret? Fortunately, there is another solution. In this episode I will share 7 Tips to help you face, process and overcome bouts with self destructive behavior. I'll share some strategies to help you better prepare for thwarting future self destructive behavioral tendencies as well. 2023-03-2729 min

Manifest Your Greatness59. Redefining Fitness as a Joyous, Unpredictable Adventure - Interview With Surba TuckerSurba is a National Academy Of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer and he takes fitness to the next level. In his 17 years in the fitness industry, he’s trained a wide array of athletes including NFL & MLB players, professional golfers, Ironman competitors, NCAA basketball players, and high school sports competitors across virtually all sports disciplines. But what truly makes Surba unique is his ultra-creative approach to delivering intensive, results-driven fitness routines. Surba does this by making the journey of getting and staying fit a joyous, unpredictable adventure rather than a monotonous chore. After listening to Surba's ref...2023-03-2041 min

Manifest Your Greatness58. Making an Impact Through Meaningful Work - Interview With Brittany ZimmermanBrittany Zimmerman is a former NASA Principal Investigator and Aerospace Systems Engineer. She holds an M.S. in Space Studies with a focus on Bioregenerative Physical-Chemical Environmental Control and Life Support Systems for Long-Duration Human Spaceflight. For years, Brittany leveraged her incredible skills to lead multiple NASA initiatives tasked to keep astronauts safe while away from Earth. One day, Brittany came to the realization that although we had the capability to keep humans safe in space, we were failing to provide the same fundamental requirements to keep humans alive and healthy right here on earth. In this...2023-03-1346 min

Manifest Your Greatness57. 25 Ways to Discover Your PassionWe all know what we enjoy doing and what we would choose to avoid doing if at all possible. But do you find yourself stumped when someone asks you what you are truly passionate about? Finding your passion and being able to put it into words is extremely important. Only then can you begin to clearly identify activities that are meaningful and truly fulfilling. With this new awareness, you can start putting together the pieces to help you assemble the masterpiece that is your unique passion and empowering purpose. In today's episode I'll share 25 ways to...2023-03-0631 min

Manifest Your Greatness56. 15 Easy Habits That Support Mental HealthTaking care of your mind is just as important as taking care of your body. Unfortunately it's sometimes easy to forget some of the simple tools and methods you have at your disposal to support your mental health. After all, it’s obvious that by choosing to frequent the gym instead of choosing to binge watch Netflix you can improve your physical health. Keeping tabs on how well you are treating your mind however is much more difficult. In this episode, I will introduce you to 15 simple habits that you can easily use to maintain and even sig...2023-02-2721 min

Manifest Your Greatness55. Are You Your Biggest Fan?If you were on stage, but somehow you were also in the audience watching yourself perform on stage, would you be cheering? Would you be proud of the person up there performing? Would you chant for an encore? Unless you believe in yourself 100% and fully support your efforts to grow, you cannot expect others to believe in or support you either. Being authentic and true to yourself will sustain you in your quest for growth long before external support arrives, and long after it dissipates. In this episode I will share a few hacks you can use t...2023-02-2111 min

Manifest Your Greatness54. 3 Simple Steps to Start Getting FitGetting in good shape and maintaining a high level of fitness not only allows you to look and feel better in your clothes, it’s also crucial for keeping you healthy, strong, and well in the long term. If you’re not used to fitness and exercise, however, knowing how to get started can be overwhelming and intimidating. In this episode, I'll share 3 simple steps you can take right now to help set you on the path to fitness and wellness. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/cont...2023-02-1313 min

Manifest Your Greatness53. Humility, Humor & Resilience - Interview With Bill "Billy Goat the Barber" MurphyBill Murphy was given just a 10% chance to survive. In this episode, Bill shares his improbable story of overcoming 4th stage colon cancer, his decades long martial arts journey spanning Aikido and Jiujitsu, his lessons learned from over 27 years of studying meditation and mindfulness along with some brilliant insights on life in an entertaining, self-deprecating, down to earth delivery style that only he can offer. Bill is also well known for serving up on-the-nose comments on Instagram sprinkled with a little optimism, and a ton of side-splitting entertainment. Be sure to follow him on Instagram...2023-02-061h 00

Manifest Your Greatness52. What You Can Expect from a Manifest Your Greatness Coaching SessionIn the Manifest Your Greatness Coaching Program, I do a lot more than simply identify your potential challenges and direct you on how to overcome them. That would simply be treating the symptoms (your actions) instead of treating the causes (the beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and rules) prompting your actions. Plenty of gurus and “how-to” books out there claim to have the answers to every challenge under the sun. However, as you are likely aware, knowing how to accomplish something doesn’t mean you will actually follow through. This is because the true cause of our most difficult challen...2023-01-3013 min

Manifest Your Greatness51. You Are Capable, and You Are WorthyWhen you are faced with a daunting challenge, you can feel overwhelmed and unsure how to approach it let alone overcome it. When this happens, doubt and fear can stop you in your tracks. When things look bleak, we can momentarily forget all of the "impossible" challenges we've overcome in the past - even though this is precisely when leveraging those empowering victories is most important. In this episode, I'll introduce Centering, Flash-backing, and Visioning. These are 3 powerful techniques you can use to break free from feelings of despair and rediscover your capable, powerful self so you...2023-01-2417 min

Manifest Your Greatness50. 14 Hacks to Cut CaloriesWhile dieting can be very challenging, it’s not always necessary to adhere to a strict diet in order to see the needle on the bathroom scale move in your favor. A few simple changes to how you eat can help you cut a significant number of calories. It’s possible to lose weight without suffering or severely restricting your food intake. In this episode I'll introduce 14 simple strategies you can use to help you significantly reduce your calorie intake. Painlessly. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/conta...2023-01-1626 min

Manifest Your Greatness49. 25 Tips to Keep Your New Year's ResolutionsA new year brings new possibilities, new choices and new hope for the future. That’s why we tend to think about lifestyle changes in the New Year. In this MYG episode, I'll share 25 tips to help you actually keep the resolutions you make this year. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curtis-j-washington/support 2023-01-0925 min

Manifest Your Greatness48. Mind Over Money - MYG Coaching WebinarOur subconscious rules around how we feel about money can significantly impact our ability to attract more of it. In this audio version of the popular Manifest Your Greatness Mind Over Money Webinar, I will uncover how we can identify subconscious rules that we live by that influence our relationship with money, and what we can do to create new rules that greatly enhance our ability to attract significantly more money into our lives. This Webinar in its entirety has been recorded, and can be found here on the Manifest Your Greatness YouTube Channel: https://y...2023-01-0334 min

Manifest Your Greatness47. New Year's Resolutions 2023Although it's hard to believe, another year has come and gone. Undeniably, it has been a year full of successes as well as setback for many. But now is the perfect time to process the previous year, glean any and all hidden gems of knowledge found in your experiences, and use it as rocket fuel to propel you even higher and farther in your quest for personal growth and success in the year ahead. It is a time to let go of an unalterable past, to forgive yourself for goals not yet achieved, and to set the s...2022-12-2721 min

Manifest Your Greatness46. Outgrowing the Expectations of OthersWhen you realize that your beliefs and values align with a purpose that significantly differs from your current life trajectory, this new vision of where you see yourself can come as a surprise to those in your current circles. But when you begin pursuing that new vision and attempt to explain with exuberance why you are so excited about your new chosen path, these same people may react with confusion, bewilderment, awkwardness, and even unease. In this episode we'll explore how introducing new personal or professional pursuits this can significantly impact current relationships, and the changes we c...2022-12-1917 min

Manifest Your Greatness45. 10 Habits That Relieve Stress and Promote Harmony in Your LifeIn rare cases, self-criticism can be useful. It may increase humbleness and provide a way to evaluate mistakes. However, most of the time, self-criticism creates unnecessary pain and suffering. Self-critical thoughts can increase the risk of depression, anxiety, stress, and other mental health issues. They also weaken your self-esteem and confidence. In today's episode I'll explain how you can learn to reframe these negative thoughts in your head and take steps to overcome them. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https...2022-12-1220 min

Manifest Your Greatness44. Staying True and Digging Deep - Interview With Anupy SinglaAnupy Singla is the author of three books, The Indian Slow Cooker, Indian For Everyone, and Vegan Indian Cooking. Born in India and raised outside of Philadelphia, Anupy grew up visiting her grandfather's childhood village in the heart of Punjab and She first learned to cook traditional, spicy Punjabi-style food from her grandfather. It was this passion that compelled her to leave daily reporting to teach her young girls how to appreciate good Indian food and blog about it on indianasapplepie.com - now also the name of her company. Anupy’s books are among th...2022-12-051h 12

Manifest Your Greatness43. Reality Reset - From Acceptable to ExceptionalIn this episode, I'll be sharing a recent Manifest Your Greatness webinar entitled "Reality Reset - From Acceptable to Exceptional". If you are looking for a battle-tested approach to manifesting your greatness, then this is the episode for you. In this webinar, I will share how to: Uncover Your Passion Define Your "Why" Build a Framework for Success Dedicate Time to Struggle Develop a Learn, Review Test, and Repeat Mindset This Webinar in its entirety has been recorded, and can be found here on the Manifest Your Greatness YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/p69rHVf5DPA 2022-11-2921 min

Manifest Your Greatness42. The Importance of Finding Your TribeAlthough pursuing personal goals is a uniquely individual experience, surrounding yourself with others who share your passion and commitment to self improvement can provide a major catalyst for further, faster growth. In this episode I will explain, while seeking out and joining a tribe requires one to be both vulnerable and courageous, the benefits you stand to gain in terms of insight, support, and accountability are well worth the effort. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s...2022-11-2215 min

Manifest Your Greatness41. 8 Secrets to Establishing and Maintaining Healthy RoutinesEveryone would like to establish and maintain routines that keep them healthy. So why is it that some people experience long lasting success where others fail to even get started? In today's episode I will share 8 great mind hacks that will not only help you take that first step into establishing healthy routines, but also help you keep momentum on your side when you are occasionally confronted with discouragement and self doubt. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.c...2022-11-1423 min

Manifest Your Greatness40. Understanding and Leveraging Your Thought LadderIf you have an ambitious goal then gaining and maintaining momentum is critical. But what if your goal seems beyond your current realm of possibility? What if even if you wanted to achieve your goal, a voice inside your head keeps telling you not to even try because it's impossible? In this episode I will show you how making a small adjustment in your thinking can mean the difference between day dreaming about your goals and day doing what needs to get done to manifest your goals into reality. To book your free consultation with a...2022-11-0721 min

Manifest Your Greatness39. Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic MotivationIf you've ever wondered why it is easier for you to find motivation towards some goals to do what needs to be done and not others, this is the episode for you. In today's episode we will explore the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. At a high level, we want our motivation to be driven more from our own internal beliefs and values, and less from whimsical external influences. Where your goal lies on the extrinsic motivation hierarchy is highly correlated to how successful you will be in reaching that particular goal. Motivation from w...2022-11-0121 min

Manifest Your Greatness38. Aikido as a Life PhilosophyYour life philosophy determines how you extract meaning from your every experience. That’s extremely important because meaning feeds your perspective, and your perspective colors your story, and your story defines how you see and how you show up in the world. In this episode I'll explain how I leverage Aikido as a life philosophy and share some tips to help you identify or discover a life philosophy your own. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho...2022-10-2517 min

Manifest Your Greatness37. The Dangers of the Hedonic TreadmillThe hedonic treadmill is a metaphor used to describe the tendency for people to seek one pleasure after another. Science has shown however that happiness gained from pleasures like purchasing a new product does not last for long. While occasionally splurging for "things" you really want can sometimes be temporarily therapeutic, lasting happiness is linked to fulfillment which can be achieved by honoring your values and living out your beliefs. In this episode, we explore how to identify when you are trapped on the hedonic treadmill, and what actions you can take to stop you from running...2022-10-1716 min

Manifest Your Greatness36. 8 Questions That Can Change Your LifeThe questions you ask yourself, or fail to ask yourself, can alter the course of your life. In this episode I will share 8 powerful questions and explain exactly how you can leverage them to significantly level-up your life by gaining clarity on your objectives while concurrently accelerating your rate of progress towards those same objectives. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact Get to know your strengths by completing the VIA Survey of Character Strengths, a free self-assessment that takes 10 minutes and provides a wealth o...2022-10-1019 min

Manifest Your Greatness35. Don't Let Your Circumstances Define Who You AreWe've all been there. So disappointed or distraught by the way things seem that we can't see a way out. We can add so much emotional energy to our circumstances that we can get trapped in a feedback loop full of negative thoughts and emotions. But the truth is, our circumstances are neutral. They are what they are. But that doesn't mean that we are helpless. In this episode we explore how by just making a few minor shifts in how we interpret our circumstances can completely change our trajectory and help keep us on the path towards continued...2022-10-0420 min

Manifest Your Greatness34. How To Identify and Address Imposter SyndromeBy becoming aware of some of the masks we wear, we can better identify and address imposter syndrome. Addressing imposter syndrome can help us: -Reduce anxiety & stress -Immerse ourselves with out doubt and judgement -Show up more as ourselves -Identify new opportunities -Acknowledge our strengths and accomplishments -Connect with people more freely -Improve our relationships Today I will discuss 7 symptoms of Imposter Syndrome, the 5 imposter masks that we wear, and some empowering questions we can ask ourselves to reduce our reliance on wearing these masks. Yes, there are some times...2022-09-2622 min

Manifest Your Greatness33. 5 Secrets To Successfully Navigate Difficult TransitionsYou've accepted that this won't be easy, but you've finally decided that enough is enough and have made the decision to take the leap. You know you are leaving behind what you know all to well in order to get to a better place. But now you are struggling to cross the abyss and safely reach the other side. Perhaps you are experiencing setbacks that are leaving you feeling frustrated, disappointed and overwhelmed. You may even be having doubts about why you made the decision in the first place. In this episode I will share 5 secrets that...2022-09-1917 min

Manifest Your Greatness32. The 4 Stages of LearningThere are four distinct stages of learning: 1. Unconscious Incompetence 2. Conscious Incompetence 3. Conscious Competence 4. Unconscious Competence Knowing your current stage of learning brings clarity to the type of support that can benefit you the most. In this episode, we explore how to identify your current stage of learning as it relates to your life pursuits and what you can do to reach the next stage of your quest for growth and continued success. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support...2022-09-1218 min

Manifest Your Greatness31. The Importance of a Be-Do-Have MindsetThere are 3 different ways we all approach the idea of "success" as we aim to reach our goals. One of the most common is the Have-Do-Be mindset. In this mindset we surmise that "When I HAVE more [time/money/energy/skill, etc..], then I'll do more [insert what you really want to do more of or start doing here], and the happier I'll BE." The other common mindset is the Do-Have-Be mindset. With this mindset, we believe "The more I DO, the more I'll HAVE, and the happier I'll BE." There is however another mindset that is w...2022-09-0615 min

Manifest Your Greatness30. Embrace, Don't Erase, Your FearsWhen we have a disagreement with someone we care about, attempting to ignore or shut them out only makes things worse. Resolving a disagreement requires having a conversation to better understand each other's differing perspectives. Our relationship with fear can be treated exactly the same way. In this episode I'll explain how your fears can impart incredible wisdom. Fear has a perspective and in many cases, fear is trying to protect and support you the best way it knows how. But without inviting fear in for a conversation, the wisdom in that perspective gets ignored and in r...2022-08-3016 min

Manifest Your Greatness29. Empowering Questions To Ask YourselfWhen we face a challenging situation, we all have an inner dialogue. We tell ourselves a story about the situation, and then we judge ourselves on how we show up to face it. In this episode I'll share how by just making a few small changes to the things you say - both to yourself and to others - can help empower you and those you care about to find ways to overcome challenging situations while simultaneously enjoying the process significantly more. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.c...2022-08-2314 min

Manifest Your Greatness28. Consulting vs Counseling vs CoachingIt is no wonder why many people get the realms of consultants, counselors and coaches confused. After all, each field respectively has a very similar aim - to help others succeed. In this episode I will shed light on the similarities as well as the acute differences between these three professions so you know exactly where you can turn to get the type of support that most effectively address your needs. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show...2022-08-1616 min

Manifest Your Greatness27. Whose Rules Do You Live By?How we live our lives is determined by what we think the best course of action is at any given time. The irony is that those same thoughts are sometimes born out of rules that we subconsciously created in the past that no longer serve us. In this episode we are going to explore how to identify some of these "old rules" that we live by and how to update them to "new rules" that serve us in our quest to level up our lives. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, v...2022-08-0817 min

Manifest Your Greatness26. The Importance of Honoring Your ValuesIn this episode, we explore how important it is not only to clearly understand your values, but also to understand how well (or not so well) your values align with your goals. Here, we will also discuss what it means when your values do not align with your goals and what you can do continue moving forward towards your goals with confidence. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curtis-j-washington/support 2022-08-0214 min

Manifest Your Greatness25. Processing "Mistakes"Many of us have been taught that mistakes are bad and should be avoided. But how much farther could we go if we thought that mistakes were inevitable and a necessary part of growth and success? In today's episode I will share how a simple mind recalibration when it comes to how we process past experiences can help set us up for unbridled growth, and accelerated success. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curtis-j-washington/support 2022-07-2516 min

Manifest Your Greatness24. Conquering the Fear of ChangeHow is it that we can have a seemingly bullet-proof plan for success and yet still come up short? While many gurus may offer you success secrets, even the most detailed instruction can only take you as far as you truly believe you can go. In this episode we will explore how to examine our underlying thoughts and how to rewire them to support us on our quest for greatness. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curtis-j-washington...2022-06-2119 min

Manifest Your Greatness23. The Importance of Your Opinion of YourselfWe often think of opinions in terms of what others think about us or what we think about others. In this episode we'll explore how powerful it can be to turn our opinion lens inward and how doing so can help us stay true to our values and show up at our best every day. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curtis-j-washington/support 2022-06-1317 min

Manifest Your Greatness22. Mind Over MoneyIn this episode we explore how our subconscious rules around how we feel about money can significantly impact our ability to attract more of it. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curtis-j-washington/support 2022-06-0713 min

Manifest Your Greatness21. Why People Hire Life CoachesIn this episode I'll explain what life coaches do, how to evaluate a potential life coach, and how to find one that is a great fit for you. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curtis-j-washington/support 2022-05-2315 min

Manifest Your Greatness20. Celebrate Your WinsToo often we have so many to-do's that we can easily forget some of the things we’ve accomplished on any given day. We’re usually so focused on getting things done that it’s easy to overlook how far we’ve come. In today's MYG Episode, I’m going to give you 4 reasons why celebrating your wins is a healthy practice for your mind, body and spirit. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curtis-j-washington/support 2022-05-1606 min

Manifest Your Greatness19. Finding Your Flow StateHave you ever been working on something or conducting research or playing a game and everything just seemed to be progressing effortlessly? You were so immersed in what you where doing and when you looked up to check the time you realized that hours had past even though they felt like minutes? Well that is what is commonly referred to as being in the zone. Researchers of this phenomenon refer to it as your Flow State and today, we’re going to explore what Flow State is, what it feels like, and what we can do to get there mo...2022-04-2810 min

Manifest Your Greatness18. Seeking Out Worthy RivalsToday we're discussing the importance of seeking out worthy rivals. I’m not talking about picking a fight, I’m talking about identifying others who you respect because they are great at what they do. Rivals push each other to up their game and in the game of life, we should always be looking for opportunities to improve. Rivals help us dig deep to constantly search for better and better ways for ourselves to level up. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcas...2022-04-2207 min

Manifest Your Greatness17. Being Heard Without Being BrashHave you ever had a conversation with someone and then realized later that you may have been a little too hard or them? Or that you both may have missed a chance to clearly understand each others perspectives? This can happen when we are communicating with someone and don't pick up on some common but sometimes very subtle cues. In this episode we explore ways we can fine tune our communication style in order to more clearly, effectively and cordially be heard, and to hear others. To book your free consultation with a certified professional...2022-04-1924 min

Manifest Your Greatness16. Dedicate Time To StruggleWe grow by pushing through difficult situations. In fact, a person's success in life is very positively correlated to the number of challenging situations that person consciously chooses to engage in over the course of his or her life. Unfortunately, it is not human nature to seek out healthy challenges. It’s in our nature to seek the path of least resistance. Today, we'll explore 3 tips that can help us embrace healthy struggles in your daily life To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support th...2022-04-1308 min

Manifest Your Greatness15. Motivation vs. DisciplineIn today's episode we will discuss the subtle, but important differences between motivation and discipline. From there, we will explore how we can leverage both to start and maintain beneficial routines and lifestyles. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curtis-j-washington/support 2022-04-0913 min

Manifest Your Greatness14. Banishing Self-SabotageMaybe you’ve heard the old expression, “shooting yourself in the foot.” If so, then you understand the concept of self-defeating behaviors. Self-sabotage is when we say we want something and then we go about ensuring it doesn't happen. When we do something that ultimately hurts or thwarts us in some way, we are engaging in self-sabotage. By performing these destructive actions, we invite negative experiences and situations into our lives. However, self-sabotage is complicated because there’s usually some element of temporary relief, short-term payoff, or avoidance of something negative initially in the process. In today's episode...2022-04-0841 min

Manifest Your Greatness13. The Power of ReframingReframing can be a powerful technique to help us identify and overcome self-criticism. In this episode, we'll explore how we can transform our negative inner dialogue into one that is positive, reinforcing, and confidence boosting. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curtis-j-washington/support 2022-04-0527 min

Manifest Your Greatness12. Dealing With SetbacksSetbacks could be mistakes, failures, injuries, delays - any number of things that can knock you off track from making progress towards your goals. While setbacks are extremely frustrating, if you have a firmly established process for continuous growth and development, and have the discipline to stick to your process, setbacks should be temporary. Not only that, setbacks can contain valuable life lessons that can yield significant dividends in the future. However, whether setbacks hold the keys to open new doors of opportunity or not depends on your fundamental outlook - your philosophy on life. To...2022-03-2908 min

Manifest Your Greatness11. Simplify Your Way To Greatness - Part 3Today we are going to cover the third technique to help us identify and eliminate unnecessary complexities in our lives that do not benefit us on our journey towards growth and success. Technique number 3, Simplify Your Mental Landscape, is going to cover a literally mind blowing way we can start to make it easier for us to hone in our mental capacity on the activities in our lives that truly matter - working towards our self development goals for the benefit of ourselves and also just importantly continuing to develop ourselves for those around us. As the ma...2022-03-2509 min

Manifest Your Greatness10. Simplify Your Way To Greatness - Part 2Welcome to part 2 of our 3-part series where we are focusing on techniques we can use to simplify our lives and the enormous benefits we can gain from leveraging these techniques. These three techniques that can help us more efficiently and effectively reach our goals along our journey to manifest our greatness are: 1. Simplifying our daily routines 2. Simplifying our environment 3. Simplifying our mental landscape In this installment, we are going to focus on technique number 2 - Simplifying our environment. This technique can be challenging because at first glance, it may seem counter intuitive. Thi...2022-03-2107 min

Manifest Your Greatness9. Simplify Your Way To Greatness - Part 1Today we are going to take the first step into a 3-part series that focuses on techniques we can use to simplify our lives and the enormous benefits we can gain from leveraging these techniques. If we choose to implement these techniques into our daily lives, they can help us more efficiently and effectively reach our goals along our journey to manifest our greatness These 3 techniques are: 1. Simplifying our daily routines 2. Simplifying our environment 3. Simplifying our mental landscape In this installment, we are going to focus on technique number 1 - Simplifying our dai...2022-03-1707 min

Manifest Your Greatness8. 4 Keys Critical To SuccessEveryone’s definition of what success looks like is different. Everyone aspires to be who they were meant to be. But successes of any kind all share one common criteria. And that is that all successes are lifestyles. Which means that however you define success, success is how you aim to be and how you aim to live because success is too big and to all encompassing to be squeezed into any single goal. And today I’m going to lay out 4 keys that are absolutely critical to success. To book your free consultation with a certified profes...2022-03-1608 min

Manifest Your Greatness7. Learn, Review, Test, RepeatTo be successful we need to establish solid routines that help us reach our goals. And then we consistently repeat the process day in and day out. Holding ourselves accountable by following 4 rules - Learn, review, test, & repeat - can significantly help us on our path towards continuous improvement. To book your free consultation with a certified professional coach, visit https://manifestyourgreatness.com/contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curtis-j-washington/support 2021-11-0207 min

Manifest Your Greatness6. Overcoming Analysis ParalysisWe've all had big decisions to make when suddenly we get stuck in the "to do, or not to do" conundrum - AKA analysis paralysis. How did we get here and what can we do to make a decision with confidence? Today I'll cover 5 tips to help identify and overcome analysis paralysis: Learn to recognize you have analysis paralysis Realize that it's ok not to know all the steps required to meet your objective Listen to both what your analytical/logical brain AND your intuitive heart are telling you Take the first step - It’s ok t...2021-10-3017 min

Manifest Your Greatness5. OMG, I TOTALLY Overreacted!Have you ever been in chill mode and have a small fail suddenly surface that threatened to wreck your whole day? In this episode I share one of those events that I recently experienced, what I learned from it, and how I intend to use it help keep things in better perspective going forward. We all have those moments when things suddenly get out of hand and you feel completely incompetent. What's important is that we recognize that everyone gets it wrong sometimes, we are all human, and we are not simply the sum of our results. W...2021-10-2713 min

Manifest Your Greatness4. The Power of Your Personal StoryIf we examine our true personal story, we can begin to understand that it’s not really you against the world. It’s you against your perception of the world. If you perceive that the world has no helpful tips, tricks or advice to offer you, then you just won’t notice them. This also means that what you think you can accomplish is actually not limited to just how hard you are willing to work for something because if you realize that you are surrounded by unnoticed opportunities, you can begin to quiet your mind and to hear all the...2021-10-2207 min

Manifest Your Greatness3. Forgiveness - Lessons from Anthony Ray HintonIn today's episode, we reference an excerpt from The Book of Joy, Book by 14th Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, and Douglas Carlton Abrams. The excerpt deals with the improbable story of Anthony Ray Hinton, a man that was arrested for a murder he did not commit because - according to the officers that arrested him - he was Black. Mr. Hinton spent 30 years on death row in a prison in Alabama until the Supreme Court finally released him. Instead of being angry and resentful of the 30 years of his life that were taken from him unjustly, Mr. Hinton forgave...2021-10-2012 min

Manifest Your Greatness2. The Power of Self LoveToday we're going to explore the inherent self-empowerment that comes from practicing self-love. Some people may think this has something to do with taking it easy on yourself but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. Self-love is tough love because before you can practice true self love, you need to take an honest assessment of your current state of being and you need to mentally commit to taking yourself by the hand and leading yourself down a path that you may not want to go down, but that deep down you KNOW is the path that’s best...2021-04-2938 min

Manifest Your Greatness1. Introduction to the Manifest Your Greatness PodcastI believe that we all want to BE something. After all we are human be-ings not human see-ings or human do-ings. We want to become what we believe we are meant to become. But the truth is, we already are what we want to become. We just haven’t fully manifested our full being-ness yet. California’s Sequoia’s are the tallest trees in the world but they were already Sequoia’s when they first sprouted. They were still Sequoia’s when they grew to 10 feet tall. But inside the DNA of a 10 foot tall Sequoia tree is the pote...2021-04-1706 min