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Shifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthThe End of Season 1—But the Start of Something BiggerGot a question or comment? Send us a text!Season 1 Finale: The Start of a MovementWe made it, y’all! Season 1 of Shifts and Giggles is officially a wrap—and what a journey it’s been. In this emotional, energizing, and reflective episode, I share the heart behind the show, recap everything we've covered—from emotional intelligence to growth mindset to the full Simple Shift Method—and tell a real-life story of someone who made a life-altering decision after listening.This episode isn’t just a goodbye to Season 1… it’s the beginning...2025-07-2315 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthUnlocking Personal Growth with the Right ToolsGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this conversation, Rafer Owens discusses the significance of finding the right tools for personal growth and emotional intelligence. He shares his journey of understanding emotions through intrapersonal communication and emphasizes the importance of using effective tools to navigate relationships and personal challenges. The discussion covers various types of tools, including mindset tools, environmental adjustments, and support systems, and concludes with practical applications for daily life.Thanks for tuning in to Shifts and Giggles!If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, share it with...2025-07-1622 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthFixed Mindset vs Growth Mindset: Why Your Words Reveal EverythingGot a question or comment? Send us a text!What if the story you've been telling yourself is the only thing holding you back?In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer shares how he went from hating running to training for a half marathon—and how that unexpected journey revealed a deep truth about mindset. This episode dives into the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset, how to recognize which one you're operating from, and why effort always matters more than talent. If you’ve ever said, “I’m ju...2025-07-0926 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthThe Gift of Failure: Why Falling Short Is the Key to GrowthGot a question or comment? Send us a text!Why do we fear failure so much—and how is that fear keeping us stuck?In this powerful episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer shares a heartfelt story about watching his son struggle (and succeed) through the hardest level of a video game—and uses it to unpack why failure isn’t the enemy. In fact, it’s the path.You’ll learn how to reframe failure from being something final to something formative, how your brain actually grows more from failing than succeeding, and why pe...2025-07-0221 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life Growth5 Practical Ways to Build Emotional Intelligence (Even If It Feels Hard)Got a question or comment? Send us a text!In this powerful follow-up to last week's emotional intelligence episode, Rafer unpacks how to build emotional intelligence—not just why it's important. Emotional intelligence isn’t a personality trait—it’s a skill. Rafer shares raw and relatable stories, including a vulnerable moment with his son and a hilarious but deep lesson involving a coffee cup. You'll walk away with five practical tools to grow your emotional awareness, manage your reactions, and build healthier relationships. Whether you're a parent, spouse, leader, or just trying to become a better...2025-06-2521 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthWhy Emotional Intelligence Is a Skill You Can’t Afford to IgnoreGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, we’re getting real about emotional intelligence. Rafer shares the moment he realized he was unintentionally gaslighting his wife—and how learning to name his emotions like “dismissed” and “anxious” saved his marriage and shifted his entire life.Emotional intelligence isn’t soft—it’s survival. If you’ve ever shut down, blamed others, or got defensive without knowing why... this one’s for you.Next week, we’ll dive into how to build emotional intelligence, but today we’re laying the f...2025-06-1822 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthWhat Happens After the Goal? How to Keep GrowingGot a question or comment? Send us a text!You made progress. You hit the goal. You felt the shift. But now you feel… stuck again.This episode dives deep into the final step of the Simple Shift Method: Evolve Continuously. Because winning once doesn’t mean you’ve finished. And transformation isn’t a mountaintop—it’s a mindset.If you’ve ever asked:“Why do I feel off after I achieve something?”“How do I keep growing when life feels flat?”“Is it possible to stay motivated long-term?”This one’s...2025-06-1119 min
Podcasting Problem Solver™ | Podcast Strategy & Growth Tips for Entrepreneurs6: Podcast Growth Strategies: Live Coaching with Rafer Owens Jr. Host of Shifts & GigglesEver feel like your podcast is stuck in neutral...like no matter what you do, it’s just not getting the traction you want? You’re not alone.I'm sharing a live coaching session with Rafer Owens Jr., where we dive into practical podcast growth strategies in this episode. You’ll learn why a solid trailer matters, how to use SEO to get discovered, and how minor tweaks can make a big difference—without the overwhelm.If you’re ready to grow your show (and your confidence) one step at a time, this...2025-06-1031 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthFeel Stuck? This Mindset Shift Will Change EverythingGot a question or comment? Send us a text!When life doesn’t go as planned, most people either give up or keep doing what’s not working—hoping it magically changes. In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, we dive into Step 5 of the Simple Shift Method: Learn and Adjust.Rafer shares what 75 Hard taught him about progress, personal growth, and the mindset shift it takes to evolve. If you’ve ever thought:“Why is this still not working?”“I tried and failed, so maybe I’m not built for this.”“I’m tired of startin...2025-06-0419 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthStop Waiting, Start Practicing: How Consistency Changes EverythingGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer dives into Step 4 of the Simple Shift Method: Practice Consistently. If you've ever been paralyzed by the "what ifs"—what if it doesn't work, what if I'm not good enough, what if I fail—this episode is your breakthrough.Rafer shares how to break free from fear by taking imperfect steps forward. Whether you're building a business, trying to change a relationship, or shifting your mindset, this episode gives you practical encouragement and real talk about what...2025-05-2817 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthHope Isn't A Strategy: Build A Plan That WorksGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer unpacks Step 3 of the Simple Shift Method — Make a Plan — and explains how creating small, specific goals can lead to massive progress. Through a powerful story about paying off $54,000 of debt, Rafer shows how SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) and simple planning helped him and his wife transform their finances — and how you can apply the same principles to any area of your life. If you’ve been trying to change without a clear strategy, this is your...2025-05-2221 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthThe Tools That Got You Here Won't Get You ThereGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer Owens Jr. breaks down step two of the Simple Shift Method: Identify Tools and Resources. Whether you've been using outdated habits, trying too many things at once, or skipping over the resources that are right in front of you, Rafer shows you how to choose the right tools for where you're headed — not just where you've been. This episode will challenge you to rethink how you prepare for personal growth, and help you get unstuck by learning how to...2025-05-1523 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthYou Can't Change What You Refuse to SeeGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer dives into the first step of the Simple Shift Method—See the Challenge—and explores the power of building awareness in your life. With honesty, humor, and a powerful story about his relationship with his son, Rafer unpacks how self-awareness can unlock real change. You'll walk away knowing how to ask the right questions, get clear about your direction, and finally face the stuff that’s been keeping you stuck.Thanks for tuning in to Shifts and Gi...2025-05-0822 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthThe Simple Shift Method: How Small Steps Create Big ChangeGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this episode, Rafer Owens Jr. breaks down The Simple Shift Method—the six-step framework that helped him transform his life and can help you do the same. Learn how small, intentional shifts lead to lasting change and how you can start applying the method in your own life today.Thanks for tuning in to Shifts and Giggles!If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review.Have a question or comment? Send it in — it migh...2025-05-0122 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthShift Happens: Welcome to Shifts and GigglesGot a question or comment? Send us a text!Welcome to Shifts and Giggles! In this first episode, Rafer Owens Jr. shares the heart behind the show, his personal journey of life change through small, intentional shifts, and what you can expect from this season. Get ready for relatable conversations, practical steps, and a whole lot of encouragement to help you change your life—on purpose.Thanks for tuning in to Shifts and Giggles!If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review.Have a qu...2025-04-2812 min
Boundaries & Grace with Taylor ChandlerGrowing Fruits of the Spirit feat. Rafer OwensRafer is a husband, father, and pastor in New Mexico who struggled with Anger and Anxiety - until he did his Work! Listen in as he shares about his desire to live like Jesus, coming to terms with the fact he was not, and doing the necessary steps to change.Reattach Fast TrackBeginning August 28th1-on-1 InterestThank you for your support!Let's Work Together: Interest Form Website: https://www.iamtaylorchandler.com/Instagram: @iamtaylorchandler YouTube: @iamtaylorchandler2023-08-1340 min
The Black in Blue PodcastEpisode 051: Los Angeles County Sheriff‘s Deputy Rafer OwensRafer Owens is a man of faith and conviction. Not only is he a tenured deputy with the Los Angeles County, California Sheriff's Department with over 30 years of service to the Compton community, he is also a pastor of a church in that same Compton community. Check out Rafer's journey and how he has worked to shape the lives of those in the community he serves.
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Papa Johns Brain DroppingsWorld Series | Papa John's Brain Droppings Podcast #32In today's podcast we discuss World Series, Astros, Dodgers, MLB, indictment, Papadopoulos, Manafort, Mueller, Sean Hannity, Fox News, FBI, Russia, Carter Page, RAW, Boehner, Booker T, Michael Cole, Survivor Series, Trump, 49ers, Garoppolo, Tom Brady, Republicans, Kirk Cousins, Redskins, Patriots, Israel, Palestine, Emma, WWE, Halloween, Kenny Omega, Jasmin, Kadri, Bob Ross, ESPN 30 for 30, Democrats, Jesse Ventura, MLS, Toronto FC, TFC, Samoa Joe, The Miz, Baron Corbin, Stanton, Blue Jays, Marlins, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Hillary Clinton, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, Trick or Street Fight, limos, Nitro, Kevin Owens, Daniel Bryan, Shane McMahon, SD Live, costume, Freedom Caucus, Joe Biden, Bernie...2017-10-3155 min