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MindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesDeaf and Determined: Kellina Powell's Journey Through Sound and SilenceI would love to hear from you! Kalina Powell, known as the Deaf Queen Boss, shares her powerful journey from becoming deaf at age four to becoming an international speaker, coach, and author who empowers young adults with disabilities.• Became deaf at age four due to an ear infection, creating a significant transition for her family• Attended both deaf and hearing schools, learning to navigate different communication styles• Developed anxiety and depression from constant self-advocacy and experiencing bullying• Struggled to find deaf role models or counselors, inspiring her to become what she needed2025-07-1642 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesHealthcare Reform, Purpose, and Giving: A Conversation w/ Mike McLainI would love to hear from you! Former Lieutenant Colonel Mike McClain shares his journey from military service to healthcare reform advocate, exploring how authentic identity, healthcare transparency, and global giving can transform lives and systems. Mike reveals how finding his true purpose led him to leave a promising military career to pursue his calling of redeeming healthcare in America.• Identity flows from understanding your core self, beyond external validation and accolades• Creating space for solitude and reflection is essential for discovering authentic purpose• Work-life "balance" naturally follows when you operate from genuine identi...2025-07-0950 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesMental Fitness: Breaking Free from the Stigma w/ Sam StephensI would love to hear from you! Sam and Nate explore the critical importance of mental health awareness, the stigmas that prevent people from seeking help, and the journey toward emotional intelligence and healing from trauma. They discuss practical ways to support mental fitness through meditation, journaling, exercise, and connecting with safe people who can hold space for vulnerability.• Mental health support should be viewed as an ongoing practice like physical fitness, not just something sought in crisis• Growing up in Australia during the 90s, Sam faced significant stigma around seeking mental health help...2025-07-0247 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesThe Social Health Revolution w/ Ondra NěmčíkI would love to hear from you! Ondra, a mindset coach and best-selling author, shares his powerful journey from severe social anxiety and depression to building a successful career helping others transform their mindset and social health. From his darkest moments contemplating suicide to discovering personal development through a Google search for "how to be happy," his story demonstrates how intentional community and inner work can change everything.• Meditation as a consistent practice, from 2-minute sessions to 30-minute deep work• The entrepreneurial journey described as "wild loops" of extreme highs and lows• How videos...2025-06-2545 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesStop Chasing Other People's Dreams and Find Your Own Happiness w/ Ernest WoodI would love to hear from you! https://mindforcepodcast.buzzsprout.com2025-06-1848 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesYour Mind is Your Foundation: Why First Responders Need Meditation w/ Josh GrandinettiI would love to hear from you! Josh Grandinetti, a firefighter and paramedic with 15 years of experience, shares his journey of discovering mindfulness meditation as a solution to the anxiety and post-traumatic stress that developed during his career. His mission is to help first responders take charge of their mental health proactively through his organization Foundation Fortify, offering free meditation resources specifically designed for those in emergency services.• First responders develop a "feedback loop of the mind" where they're constantly on alert, eventually causing them to self-dispatch to false emergencies in their personal lives• Mind...2025-06-1150 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesThe Teenage Entrepreneur: Building a Business and Spreading Happiness w/ the Utesch'sI would love to hear from you! Meet Jane Utesk, a 17-year-old high school junior who owns a Card My Yard franchise, and her mother Jillian, an accidental AI developer who supports her daughter's entrepreneurial journey. Together they discuss how their business spreads joy through yard signs for special occasions while teaching valuable life lessons about resilience, service, and authenticity.• Jane shares how owning a sign business at 17 has taught her patience and determination• Jillian explains how she transitioned from chemistry to marketing to AI development• The challenges of putting signs in difficult yards...2025-06-0449 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesThe 97% Success Rate: How Dr. Rob Kelly Transforms Lives Through NeuroscienceI would love to hear from you! Neuroscientist Dr. Rob Kelly shares his revolutionary approach to healing trauma through neuroscience-based coaching with a 97% success rate. He explains how childhood trauma creates neural pathways that drive addiction, depression, and self-sabotage, and offers practical techniques anyone can use to rewire their brain.• Understanding addiction as a neurological condition affecting the hypothalamus, basal ganglia, and amygdala• Alcohol addiction as a predisposition passed through generations via methylation pathways• Why traditional therapy focusing only on substances rather than root causes often fails• The difference between alcoholics (born with a p...2025-05-2848 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesGod Found Me in a Mexican NICU: A Micro Preemie Story w/ Brian HeiligI would love to hear from you! Brian Heilig shares his powerful journey from the birth of his micro preemie son in Mexico to finding faith, purpose, and a mission to help others. His story reveals how crisis moments can transform our lives and lead us to deeper connections with God and community.• Brian's son Grayson was born at exactly 26 weeks weighing only 1.6 pounds after his wife developed severe preeclampsia• Being in a Mexican hospital with limited equipment and language barriers created enormous challenges for the family• The NICU experience became Brian's defining faith...2025-05-2149 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesWhen Kindness Catches You Off Guard: The Science Behind Compassion w/ Teresa RamirezI would love to hear from you! https://mindforcepodcast.buzzsprout.com2025-05-1444 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesBeyond Silence: The Journey to Better Mental Health for Men w/ Solomon RichbergI would love to hear from you! Licensed therapist Solomon Richburg shares powerful insights on men's mental health, breaking down the barriers that prevent men from seeking support and setting healthy boundaries. We explore why healthy social connections are the foundation of mental wellness and how small steps can lead to profound change.• Boundary setting is crucial yet challenging for men who often default to people-pleasing• Creating solutions rather than just saying "no" can strengthen relationships while protecting your needs• The "pull yourself up by bootstraps" mentality damages men's ability to process emotions and se...2025-05-0748 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesMental Fortitude: Sharon Riddle on Navigating Entrepreneurship, Motherhood, and Life's FiresI would love to hear from you! Sharon Riddle shares how adopting a stoic mindset has transformed her approach to entrepreneurship, parenting, and personal challenges, emphasizing the power of focusing only on what we can control.• Transitioning to entrepreneurship after 9/11 due to economic uncertainty in the aerospace industry• Developing marketing skills outside her comfort zone as a numbers-driven analyst• Navigating real estate investment challenges during the 2008 housing crisis• Finding opportunity in property fires through insurance-funded modernization• Evolving from parent to accountability partner with her thriving adult daughter• Creating meaningful memories instead of m...2025-04-3043 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesHealing Beyond Trauma: Uma Patil's Journey to WholenessI would love to hear from you! Uma Patil, holistic coach and childhood trauma healing expert, shares her journey from abandonment trauma to healing and how childhood experiences shape our adult behaviors and mental health.• Trauma is subjective and personal—what traumatizes one person may not affect another• Childhood trauma manifests in adulthood as people-pleasing, imposter syndrome, self-sabotage, or narcissistic traits• Mental health stigma prevents many from seeking help, though awareness is growing• Self-awareness through practices like journaling, yoga, and meditation helps recognize thought patterns• Healing requires addressing mind, body and soul through...2025-04-2346 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesReinvention at Any Age: Anne Alexander-Seder's Inspiring JourneyI would love to hear from you! Anne Alexander-Seder shares her journey as an American actor who reinvented her career in Germany after following love abroad and taking a 16-year detour through voice-over work and motherhood. She reveals how asking one simple question launched her career and how organizing acting workshops became her pathway back to on-screen performance at age 47.• Moved to Germany for love rather than career but managed to make both work• Discovered the power of asking for help when a simple question led to voice-over opportunities• Built a successful 15-year career...2025-04-1653 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesThe Door Is Always There: Dallas Collis on Reimagining Your LifeI would love to hear from you! Dallas Collis shares his transformational journey from addiction and self-sabotage to radical responsibility, revealing how questioning his life story led to profound liberation. Through powerful insights on trauma, identity, and present-moment awareness, he demonstrates how reimagining—rather than recovering—ourselves creates lasting change.• Viewing our identities as stories we've constructed from past experiences• How small "traumas" can accumulate into heavy emotional baggage we carry through life • The pivotal moment when the question "Show me yesterday" changed everything• Breaking free from victim mentality and blame by taking radica...2025-04-0949 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesThe Art of Being You: Acting, Singing, and Storytelling with Megan MurphyI would love to hear from you! What happens when acting, singing, and writing talents converge into a single creative mission? Megan Murphy's journey provides a roadmap for anyone pursuing multiple creative passions.From the moment fourth-grade Megan watched high schoolers perform "Guys and Dolls," she knew performing arts would shape her life. Now, with over 20 years of professional acting experience, she's channeled her diverse talents into "The Aunt Nay Nay Show" – a wholesome YouTube variety program for children that's quickly gaining momentum.Our conversation explores the fascinating interconnections between different art forms an...2025-04-0238 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesMind, Body, Heart: The ADHD Connection w/ Olivia RoseI would love to hear from you! Olivia Rose, success and productivity coach for women with ADHD, shares her journey of discovering how connecting mind, body, and heart wisdom can transform lives and help break free from "Wonder Woman Syndrome."• Creativity is a superpower for those with ADHD, allowing innovative problem-solving and thinking outside conventional boundaries• Understanding ADHD beyond stereotypes – symptoms manifest differently across genders and individuals• The body holds wisdom our minds often ignore – learning to listen can prevent burnout and illness• "Wonder Woman Syndrome" in modern motherhood creates impossible standards of perfectio...2025-03-2647 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesDiscovering Self-Love Through a Rare Disease w/ Allie JonesI would love to hear from you! Allie’s difficult yet inspiring journey navigating her diagnosis of Fanconi Anemia (FA) illuminates the power of resilience. Reflecting on self-love and acceptance, she shares how her experience shaped her life and led her to become a doula.• A deeper understanding of Fanconi anemia and its implications • The transformative power of self-love and acceptance • Writing as a tool for reflection and discovery • The importance of community support in healing • Allie's journey to becoming a birth and death doula • Building a business amid challenges and uncertainties 2025-03-1947 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesStop People-Pleasing! Embrace Your Worth w/ Nadia HagenI would love to hear from you! Today, we explore the transformative power of setting boundaries and the journey to self-discovery with self-love coach Nadia Hagen. Our discussion emphasizes personal growth, the courage to advocate for oneself, and why saying no can be an empowering act.- Nadia shares her journey as a self-love coach - The importance of recognizing and asserting personal boundaries - Real-life stories illustrating courage in boundary-setting - Strategies for managing the inner critic and self-doubt - How identifying core personal values aids in decision-making - Navig...2025-03-1251 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesUnlocking Potential: A Journey to Health and Happiness w/ Nathan FrancisI would love to hear from you! In this conversation, Nathan Francis uncovers the journey towards health, spirit, and personal development, emphasizing the importance of unlocking one’s potential for a happier life. The episode provides deep insights into how early influences shape our habits and the power of mindfulness in overcoming challenges.• Nathan's transformative life experiences • Discussing the impact of societal influences on personal choices • The importance of mindfulness and meditation • Daily habits that promote health and well-being • Inspiring success stories of personal transformation • Engaging youth through open conversations • The interconne...2025-03-0551 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesInnovative Travel Marketing: Esther Akinsola on Resilience, Storytelling, and Building Authentic ConnectionsI would love to hear from you! This episode explores practical strategies for transforming travel businesses through effective marketing, self-mastery, and innovation in response to a changing industry landscape. Esther Akin-Sola shares her insights on the importance of authentic connections and adaptability, emphasizing that personal growth is essential for attracting clients and ensuring long-term success.• Discover the difference between coaching and mentorship • Learn creative sales tactics that make a difference • Insights into successful marketing strategies for travel • Embrace adaptability in an ever-changing market • Understand inbound sales techniques to attract clients • The critical impo...2025-02-2640 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesEmbracing Life's Journey: Risa August on Advocacy, Resilience, and Cultural ExplorationI would love to hear from you! Nate Scheer converses with Risa August about shifting perspectives to transform limiting beliefs, shared experiences with the healthcare system, and embracing authenticity through travel and adventure. The episode inspires listeners to challenge their own mindsets and advocate for their health, urging them to live fully and authentically despite life's obstacles. • Personal journey through health challenges • Importance of self-advocacy in healthcare • Reflecting on identity and authenticity • Travel as a means of transformation • Embracing resilience and gratitude in difficulties • Shifting perspectives to overcome limiting beliefs • Enc...2025-02-1951 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesEmbracing Authenticity: Becca Stackhouse-Morson on Financial Waffleology, Personal Growth, and Navigating Life's TransitionsI would love to hear from you! This enlightening conversation centers on the importance of building a strong relationship with oneself as a foundation for personal and financial authenticity. Becca Stackhouse-Morson shares valuable insights on self-love practices like journaling, financial management strategies, and the necessity of navigating life changes while remaining true to oneself. • Understanding the significance of building self-relationship • Utilizing journaling as a tool for self-reflection and emotional health • Exploring financial literacy through the engaging "Waffle Theory" • Learning from personal financial setbacks and their subsequent lessons • Embracing change as a catalyst for se...2025-02-1252 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesEmbracing Career Change: John Tarnoff on Intuition, Networking, and Discovering Your True CallingI would love to hear from you! Mid-career transition presents a profound opportunity for individuals seeking to redefine their professional paths, often driven by the recognition that life is both lengthy and filled with possibilities. John Tarnoff emphasizes the importance of embracing fear and overcoming limiting beliefs while sharing practical advice on leveraging connections to pave the way toward a more fulfilling career.• Understanding the significance of mid-career transitions • Challenging preconceived notions of job satisfaction and fulfillment • Overcoming fear and addressing limiting beliefs • The necessity of networking in discovering new opportunities • Discovering pe...2025-02-0548 minMindForce: Mental Fitness, Leadership & Life StoriesNurturing Change: Josh Nolan on Regenerative Agriculture, Low-Carb Living, and Self-Publishing InsightsI would love to hear from you! Our conversation with Joshua Nolan delves into regenerative agriculture, the benefits of low-carb diets, and the importance of cooking with whole foods. We explore how these elements contribute to a healthier lifestyle and environment while providing practical tips and insights for listeners to improve their own dietary choices.• Regenerative agriculture improves soil health and biodiversity • Low-carb eating helps stabilize energy and reduce health issues • Whole foods provide essential nutrients and avoid harmful additives • Transitioning to healthier diets can be both budget-friendly and simple • Personal stories highli...2025-01-2955 min