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Recounting Life LessonsTrust But Verify: Lessons Learned after 9 Years in a Cult ft. Paul David Cooke - Ep. 97In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we’re sitting down with Paul Cooke—a writer, academic, and former cult member who spent nine years in the Children of God, a group he later recognized as dangerously manipulative and deceptive. After a 40-year journey of reflection, healing, and writing, Paul recently completed a memoir about his experience and now shares his story to help others recognize how easily any of us can be misled under the right conditions. This conversation isn’t just about cults—it’s about clarity, courage, and reclaiming trust in your own discernment. Whether it...2025-06-261h 04
Recounting Life LessonsLove, Forgiveness, Sobriety & Purpose: Sean Hemeon on Healing His Inner Child - Ep. 96What if your deepest regret could become the very thing that heals you—and helps someone else heal too? In this raw and unforgettable episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we sit down with actor, artist, and soon-to-be debt author Sean Hemeon, who just celebrated 20 years of sobriety. Sean's real-life story reads like a Hollywood script—complete with addiction, cartel connections, federal agents, and undercover work—but what makes it unforgettable isn't the drama, it's the emotional depth, spiritual transformation, and powerful healing that came after. Sean shares how his greatest regret became the heartbeat of his upc...2025-06-161h 09
Recounting Life LessonsFeel More Alive & Awaken Your Inner Voice ft. Bente Vosteen - Ep. 95Do you want to feel more alive? Are you comfortable with your own thoughts and feelings? When's the last time your really felt something? In this episode of Recounting LIife Lessons, Sione and Alana sit down with Bente Vosteen—a sensory coach, visionary educator, and founder of a movement bringing sensory-based learning into schools and leadership spaces. After a powerful spiritual awakening in 2019, Bente began helping overwhelmed achievers, CEOs, and even children reconnect with their inner voice, purpose, and creative energy through immersive, sensory-driven experiences. If you’ve been craving more connection, clarity, or confidence in y...2025-06-101h 02
Recounting Life LessonsMina Satori on Rewriting Your Story & Taking Bold Action -Ep. 94What if the life you're craving is just one bold step away—even if you don't have it all figured out yet? In this powerful episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we sit down with Mina Satori—a transformational business consultant, ontological coach, and advocate for visionary women looking to step into their true power and purpose. From a chaotic and unstable childhood, the impact of an elementary school teacher, losing her job in the mortgage industry during the housing market crash, and moving cross-country in an RV during the pandemic with no clear plan. Mina shares...2025-05-3155 min
Recounting Life LessonsLoving Someone Who Has An Addiction with Craig Williamson - Ep. 93How do you stay grounded when someone you love is unraveling? In this powerful episode, Sione and Alana are joined again by Craig Williamson, author of Regarding Substance Abuse & Addiction, who shares what he learned during a 17-year-long journey supporting and loving his son through addiction—a journey that ended with his son's passing at age 29. In this raw and deeply personal conversation, Craig opens up about the emotional toll of loving someone through addiction, and the life-changing lessons he learned about control, setting boundaries, practicing radical self-care, and how to love without losing yourself in...2025-05-2237 min
Recounting Life LessonsThe Path to Inner Freedom & Happiness with Gilbert Mane - Ep. 92What if true freedom isn't about changing your life circumstances—but transforming how you experience them? In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Gilbert Mane, a former headmaster, philosopher, and author of 7 Steps to Freedom—to explore how inner freedom can be cultivated through mindful responses, intentional speech, and creative presence. Whether you're an overwhelmed achiever or someone seeking clarity and peace, Gilbert's insights will help you reclaim your power from within. What You'll Learn: Why real freedom begins with how you respond to life's challenges—not escaping them How becoming...2025-05-171h 10
Kick Offs and Kick OnsMack Hansen and Sione Tuipulotu Stop by KOKO to Celebrate their Lions SelectionThis week on The KOKO Show we have an absolutely smashing episode for you all. The lads are joined by the two Aussie British and Irish Lions Tourees, Mr Mack ‘Daddy’ Hansen and Mr Sione ‘The Scot’ Tuipulotu. We broke down with the boys, what it felt like to join this illustrious club, where they were when they got the news and which Australian watering holes they will be attending alongside their band of bad losers. Plus, we analysed and dissected the complete 2025 British and Irish Lions Squad with a fine tooth comb, as we tried to poke holes in their...2025-05-131h 05
Recounting Life LessonsDiscern, Serve, and Succeed Better: Life & Business Lessons with Trish Saemann - Ep. 91Mistakes can end up being our greatest catalysts for growth. In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Alana sits down with Trish Saemann—truth-teller, no-fluff marketer, founder of GoBeyondSEO.com, co-host of the Break Even Better podcast, and author of Get More Clients You Love. With a refreshing mix of transparency and hard-won wisdom, Trish shares some of the behind-the-scenes experiences that helped her grow both as a business owner and a person. She opens up about hard-earned lessons from business and life—like what happens when we ignore red flags, the importance of dis...2025-05-091h 20Kick Offs and Kick OnsSione Tuipulotu is the Centre of Attention as KOKO Finalise their Locked in LionsThis week on The KOKO Show the lads were plagued with a serious case of Les Kiss fever, but they didn't seem to be that phased by this particular ailment, as they delivered a wall to wall recap of the week that was in World Rugby. Firstly, the boys addressed the new appointment of Les Kiss as the next Wallabies coach, a decision that buoyed the boys and got them all a little hot under the saddle blanket for the future of Australian Rugby. To help the fellas through the ups and downs of Les Kiss f...2025-05-061h 16
Recounting Life LessonsOvercome the Fears Holding You Back and Start Achieving with Dr. Audrey Schnell - Ep. 90Limiting thoughts and doubts aren't based in truth—they're based in fear. In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we're joined by Dr. Audrey Schnell, a coach who helps ambitious professionals identify and overcome the hidden fears sabotaging their success. If you've ever felt stuck, struggled with follow-through, or doubted your ability to succeed despite knowing better—you're not alone. Tune in as Dr. Schnell shares with us the subtle ways that fear-based thinking may be running the show in our lives and what we can do about it. IN THIS EPISODE: Why fe...2025-05-041h 00
Recounting Life LessonsThe Power of Self-Discovery with Robert Cassidy: How Knowing Yourself Helps You Show Up Better for Others -Ep. 89In this powerful episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Sione and Alana are joined by Robert Cassidy, a lifelong seeker of wisdom who has worked with everyone from Hollywood elites to Zen monks. Through years of spiritual exploration and personal growth, Robert discovered that the most valuable answers don't come from outside of us—they come from within. He's the author of The Self-Discovery Journal, a transformative guide designed to help you tune into your own voice, ask better questions, and unlock your inner truth. In this conversation, we dive deep into how self-reflection and inner awareness lead to gre...2025-04-241h 14
Recounting Life LessonsCareer Growth & Adaptability with Becky Heidesch: How to Adapt and Stay Relevant in an Ever-Changing World- Ep. 88What if the key to future-proofing your career and personal growth isn't about mastering more, but in learning how to adapt? In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Becky Heidesch, a career strategist, author, and creator of the S.T.E.E.P. Method—a practical and powerful framework for navigating career growth, transitions, and self-development in a world that's constantly changing. Whether you're starting something new, considering a picot, or simply trying to stay relevant in the age of AI and constant innovation, this conversation will give you clarity, courage, and a fr...2025-04-191h 02
Recounting Life LessonsBreaking the Chains of Resentment & The Power of Forgiveness with Kory Livingstone - Ep. 87What if the key to personal peace and professional success is hidden behind unresolved resentment? In this powerful and heartfelt episode, we sit down with Kory Livingstone—musician, author, and coach—who shares his deeply personal journey of forgiveness, emotional healing, and growth. Kory opens up about the strained relationship with his father, the walls that were built from years of pain, and the breakthrough that happened when he was asked to write his father's eulogy. Whether you're navigating family wounds, professional conflict, or just trying to grow into a better version of yourself, this conv...2025-04-1547 min
Recounting Life LessonsAuthentic Intelligence vs. Artificial Intelligence with Dr. Jan Schwartz: How to Thrive in an A.I. World - Ep. 86Find out why Authentic Intelligence matters more than ever... Artificial Intelligence is advancing rapidly, transforming the way we work, think, and interact. But while A.I. can process vast amounts of data, it can't replace human wisdom, intuition, or emotional intelligence—the things that truly drive success and leadership. In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we sit down with Dr. Jan Schwartz, a forensic researcher, psychologist, and expert in white-collar crime investigation, to explore how to cultivate Authentic Intelligence—the powerful integration of mental, emotional, and spiritual intelligence—so you can make better decisions, overcome...2025-03-261h 17
Recounting Life LessonsTrusting Your Soul's Path & Intuition with Marko Petrovic: How Silence, Stillness, & Surrender Led to Life-Changing Transformation - Ep. 85What if the key to your biggest transformation was simply listening? In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we sit down with best-selling author, Marko Petrovic, who shares his extraordinary journey of trusting intuition, embracing stillness, and surrendering to life's calling. From running a 40-acre farm in Australia to selling everything and moving to Mexico for 9 months of complete silence, Marko's story is a powerful testament to what happens when you truly tune in to your soul's path. What you'll learn in this episode: How to recognize when intuition is guiding you toward transformation T...2025-03-1449 min
Recounting Life LessonsBreaking Free from Self-Doubt with Hailima Yates: Mindset Shifts, Self-Worth, & Dissolving the Anchor - Ep. 84Are limiting beliefs and self-doubt holding you back? Have you ever felt like you didn't belong or questioned your own worth? You're not alone. In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Hailima Yates—mindset coach, transformational speaker, and author of Dissolving the Anchor—shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming feelings of unworthiness, battling suicidal thoughts, and ultimately transforming her mindset to reclaim her power. Growing up, Hailima struggled with rejection, microaggressions, and feeling invisible, which led her to internalize the belief that she didn't matter. But through self-reflection, mindset shifts, and interntional action, she found a...2025-03-0857 min
Recounting Life LessonsUnbroken Optimism: How to Build a Resilient Mindset with Kofi Douhadji - Ep. 83Have you ever been told that your dreams were impossible? That what you want just isn’t for you? Well, today’s guest, Kofi Douhadji, knows exactly what that feels like—but instead of accepting limitations, he used them as a launchpad for success. If you’ve ever felt stuck, doubted yourself, or needed a mindset shift to push forward, this episode is for you. In this episode, we sit down with Kofi Douhadji, U.S. Air Force officer, entrepreneur, and author of Unbroken Optimist, to uncover the mindset shifts, resilience strategies, and success principles that helped him transf...2025-02-271h 07
Recounting Life LessonsHealing from Trauma and Burnout: How Cancer Helped Ayla Shepherd Reclaim Her Life - Ep 82What if illness isn't just something to fight—but a message from our body calling you to heal? In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we sit down with Ayla Shepherd, trauma-informed therapist, midlife transformation coach, and author of The Truth Trip. After receiving a shocking cancer diagnosis, Ayla had to make a life-changing decision: follow the conventional medical path alone or uncover the deeper emotional and psychological roots of her illness. Join us as we explore Why conventional medicine plays a vital role but often isn't enough for true healing Ho...2025-02-201h 15
Recounting Life LessonsThe Hidden Biases Sabotaging Your Financial Success with John Joseph De Goey - Ep 81Are your own psychological biases secretly working against you when it comes to money? In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we sit down with John Joseph De Goey—a portfolio manager, author, and financial expert—to uncover the hidden forces shaping our financial decisions. In this episode, we'll explore how our biases shape our money decisions, why awareness of these psychological quirks is a game-changer, and how mastering your financial mindset can reduce overwhelm and empower you to lead with confidence. So, whether you're a business owner, a family leader, or someone looking to take c...2025-01-3046 min
Recounting Life LessonsNavigating Life's Conflicts: Lessons from the River with Brian Curtis - Ep. 79In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Brian Curtis, entrepreneur and author of There Is Only One Heart, to explore the profound lessons he’s learned from over 25 years of white-water rafting. Brian shares the harrowing story of a near-death experience when he was anchored to the riverbank and stuck underwater, a moment that taught him the importance of surrender and going with the flow. Through engaging anecdotes, Brian reveals how the river mirrors life, showing us why we shouldn’t anchor ourselves in turbulent waters and how to navigate life’s rapids—known in rafting a...2024-12-1348 min
Recounting Life LessonsDare to Become with Julie Cropp Gareleck - Ep. 78Sometimes the things we are reluctant to participate in end up laying a foundation for our success in the future. In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Julie Cropp Gareleck, the author of Dare to Become and CEO and founder of Junction Creative. They discuss leadership, motherhood, the pros and cons of having a family business, the benefits of journaling, entrepreneurship, and more. If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, you want to figure out how to balance owning a business and having a family, you want to know how to best su...2024-10-231h 01
Recounting Life LessonsLenses of Humanity: Reflection, Connection, & Empathy with Kyle Reyes - Ep. 77One of the most beautiful aspects of life and human connection is the fact that no two people are alike. We are all unique and come with our own perspetives through which we see the world. And while it can variety and art and diversity to our experiences, it is also at the root of division, frustration, hurt feelings, assumptions, and misunderstandings. In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Dr. Kyle Reyes to explore insights from his book Lenses of Humanity and his framework for increasing our ability to reflect, connect, have empathy...2024-10-011h 23
Recounting Life LessonsWhen to Move on: The Sunk Cost Bias - Ep. 76In this episode, Sione and Alana delve into the concept of sunk cost bias and determining when it's time to move on and stop investing in a project, goal, or environment that is no longer serving you. Why it can be so challenging to leave environments that no longer empower us? One of the greatest challenges may be the people we'll be leaving behind or impacted by our deciosion to go. What about our physical enviornments, the time and money we've already invested, and the costs of moving on? In this...2024-08-2941 min
Recounting Life LessonsThe Power of Focus - Ep. 75In this episode Alana explores the profound connection between our focus and the joy we experience in our lives. Inspired by a quote from Russell M. Nelson, she delves into a heartwarming and insightful story from a recent experience teaching young children about forgiveness. Listen as she talks about how holding onto anger and frustration can prevent us from embracing the joy that surrounds us. Through the lens of a determined three-year-old, you'll learn how our focus shapes our experinces and discover practical steps to shift your focus and let go of what's hol...2024-08-2008 min
Recounting Life LessonsOptimizing For Your Frame Of Mind - Ep. 74The environment we place ourselves in impact our frame of mind. We can use willpower, energy, and discipline to control what we think about and how we think, but we can make things easier on ourselves. All we have to do is put ourselves in environments that align with the frame of mind we want to be in. In this episode, Alana shares an experience that helped her realize the different ways that the environment influences our ability to do the things we want to do. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights...2024-08-1312 min
Recounting Life LessonsPerfection Prevents Progress - Ep. 73When does the pursuit for excellence become disempowering and disabling? Expecting perfection from ourselves and others can seem like a worthy pursuit, but it doesn't always yield the best results. Listen and learn about the 4 things you can focus on to get unstuck and feel empowered when perfectionism is preventing you from making progress. In this episode, Sione and Alana discuss the myths and misconceptions about perfectionism. Not only that, but they also share what you can do if you find that perfectionism is holding you back and killing your confidence. ...2024-08-0740 min
Recounting Life LessonsPermission To Be Imperfect - Ep. 72This one is for any perfectionists out there who often find themselves stuck in inaction... especially when you actually know what needs to be done. In this episode, Alana shares a mindset shift that was inspired by an ultra-marathon runner and the word "imperfect". This little shift allowed her to move into a place of more confidence and empowerment. It can do the same for you. Are you feeling stuck? Have you avoided taking action on something that means a lot do you? Is the fear of making mistakes or not being good enough holding...2024-07-1112 min
Recounting Life LessonsFinances, Fitness, & Family with Matt DeHart: Foundations for Living a Fulfilled Life - Ep. 71It's one thing to have a "Why"; it's another thing to make time for your "why". In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Matt DeHart of Highline Financial Coaching. Matt had always said that his why for doing things was his family. But after receiving some unexpected bad news, he realized that his real why wasn't just to provide for his family, it was to spend time with them as well. The news caused him to take a leap of faith and do something he never would have done before, and it led...2024-06-111h 02
Recounting Life Lessons3 Steps to Elevate Self-Love with Karishma Gautam - Ep. 70An important step in achieving our goals, making an impact that matters, and enjoying what we want is learning to love ourselves. This can be especially difficult if we've gone through trauma or were taught to believe things that limit our self-worth. Karishma Gautam helps women who have dealt with things like abuse or rape learn to love themselves and let go of the limiting beliefs that keep them disempowered in their lives, relationships, and abilities to get what they want out of life. In this episode, Karishma recounts the experiences and life lessons that l...2024-05-3025 min
Recounting Life LessonsOvercoming Feelings Of Inferiority - Ep. 69 Feelings of subjective inferiority can prevent us from acknowledging the value we can add to various situations throughout my life. These feelings can convince us to play small, keep quiet, and miss out on opportunities to empower others. They kept us from living up to our potential and there will always be collateral damage for NOT using our gifts, voice, and light. Where do feelings of inferiority come from? How do we overcome them? How can we tell if those we teach or lead are feeling inferior? What are the benefits of helping those we t...2024-05-2230 min
Recounting Life LessonsFinding Fulfillment with Shelby Delgado - Ep. 68Life doesn't always go as we plan. It can be hard to find fulfillment when we expect to be married, have children, own a home, or be at a specific stage in our vocations by a certain age, and despite our greatest efforts, it doesn't happen. In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Shelby Delgado, the author of Single and Fulfilled: a Practical Guide to Finding Joy and Contentment in the Present. Shelby, who has been single her entire life, shares tips and principles that have helped her to find fulfillment in her life's circumstances...2024-05-0745 min
Recounting Life LessonsNote to Self - Ep. 67If you could send a message to your past and future selves what would they be? In this impromptu episode, Alana sits down to share a message with her past and future selves that pretty much anyone could benefit from. This is especially true for those going through some growing pains, stepping outside of their comfort zone, and letting go of what once was so they can embrace what could be. It's a gift to herself and her listeners... ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the...2024-04-2610 min
Recounting Life LessonsLiving a Bliss Soft Life with Kathy Mou - Ep. 66"Life doesn't have to be so hard." That's what Kathy Mou learned after struggling with infertility. In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with life coach and the creator of The B.S. Life aka The Bliss Soft Life, Kathy Mou. Where she recounts the experiences in her life and her identity as an Asian twin, working in her family's restaurant, and struggling with infertility led her to discover principles to living a life that's more blissful and not so hard. Highlights from their disccusion include: the difference between self-love and self-care how...2024-04-0136 min
Recounting Life LessonsThe 7 Ps of Listening - Ep. 65Communication is one of the most essential soft skills to develop if we want to be effective in our leadership, teaching, coaching, parenting, selling, and relationships. We speak to influence and to be understood, but if we aren't good at listening before we speak the things we say may seem to go unheard or misunderstood. In this episode, Alana shares the 7 Ps of listening and ways that you can use them in your conversations and every day life. These 7 practices will make you a better listener and communicator. They are: Priority Patience Persistence Paying...2024-03-1531 min
Recounting Life LessonsLessons on getting started with Sharon Takamori (daughter of The Sweet Lady of Waiahole) - Ep. 64When is the best time to start taking action on our goals? When is it too late? Alana sat down with Sharon Takamori, who at 76 years old, decided to start a YouTube channel, even though she had little to no knowledge about how to get it done. They talk about how she dealt with setbacks and negativity and the driving force behind her desire to jump into a new entrepreneur journey at such a late stage in her life. Sharon is also the daughter of the late Fujiko Matayashi, the lady who sat on the s...2024-03-0232 min
Recounting Life LessonsDecrease Desicion Fatigue: The 3 E's of Decision Making - Ep. 63Making decisions use up energy and bandwidth. And it's the most urgent decisions that end up using up most of our energy. When our energy is low and the time for making those desicions arrives, it is likely that we will end up making a decision we later regret. Not only that, the bandwidth required to make those decisions also rob us of the energy and time to do more of what we actually love and actually want or feel called to do. In short, decision fatigue can prevent us from doing our best and greatest work.2024-02-1610 min
Recounting Life LessonsFinding Your Edge and Taking Advantage of Knowing Where You Are - Ep. 62If we want to avoid wandering aimlessly in our lives and in pursuit of our goals we need 3 things: We need a map or a plan to follow We need to know where we currently are We need to know what our desired destination is or where we want to go One of the best ways to do identify those first two is by tracking our stats, habits, numbers, and data. It's by keeping good records. As we do this we'll also be able to discover our strengths, our weaknesses, and use that knowledge as a way...2024-02-0716 min
Recounting Life LessonsDon't let this fear hold you back - Ep. 61If you don't know where you are, in relation to where you want to be, it's difficult to make progress on purpose. In this episode, Sione and Alana discuss the various fears and reasons we often avoid getting clear about where we are. They also discuss what we can do to manage those fears and courageously push past them. Fears like: fear of failure false comfort in the ambiguity fear of change fear of introspection fear and overwhelm by what's next fear of what others may think Whether it be in our health...2024-01-2614 min
Recounting Life LessonsIncreasing Your Capacity For More of What You Love and Feel Called to Do - Ep. 60As leaders, there is always more to do than we have the capacity for at any given moment. We face the endless pull of projects, responsibilities, and obligations for our attention. As a result, it's easy to feel like there is never enough time to do more of the things we love and feel called to do. In this episode, Alana shares 3 things that can help you and those you lead, increase your capacity to do and enjoy those things. When it comes to increasing our capacity to do more, it's not about doing more. I...2024-01-0922 min
Recounting Life LessonsThe Lord Knows Best - Ep. 59A few years ago Sione and Alana sat down with Jess and she shared with them a wonderful story about an experience she had while giving donkeys some water during a hot summer day and what it taught her. The lesson was that the Lord knows what we need and what's best for our growth and ability to reach our potential. Sometimes we get exactly what we need, but we get frustrated and complain because it's not what we expected. In this episode, Sione and Alana revisit this story and share a few of the l...2024-01-0536 min
Recounting Life LessonsReflect on this past year with these questions - Ep. 58Powerful questions can direct our focus and attention. They can increase our awareness and help us to recognize the value of our experiences. They can also motivate us and increase our abilities to take empowered actions to improve ourselves, our lives, and our circumstances. In this episode, Alana shares several questions to help you reflect on the value of this past year as she recounts some of her greatest regrets and discoveries from answering these questions herself. The questions from this episode will have you reflecting on the following: your growth or lack of...2023-12-2609 min
Recounting Life LessonsSuccess Starts Here - Ep. 57When it comes to achieving success and enjoying a life of fulfillment, there is an important step that is often underestimated. In this episode, Sione and Alana discuss the importance of discovering, acknowledging, and knowing what you want. They share some tips and ideas for how to increase your awareness to what you want and what is possible for you to go and get those things so that you can enjoy a life of success and your dreams. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the public be...2023-12-2148 min
Recounting Life LessonsWhy You Should Set Impossible Goals - Ep. 56If goal setting is overwhelming and you often find yourself disappointed in yourself if you don't hit a goal perfectly, it very well may be because the goals you are setting are too easy. What?! Yes, and that's even if you set goals that are big enough to scare you. That's right, if the goal is within reach, you're doing it wrong and it's the reason you end up feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and like you aren't good enough when things don't go according to plan. This is just one of the many reasons...2023-12-1219 min
Recounting Life LessonsTimes & Seasons for Everything, Including Rest & Recovery - Ep. 55We can learn a lot from trees. One of the most important lessons is that we are not meant to be in Spring and production mode year-round. Sometimes we feel guilty about needing to slow down, to take time for rest and recovery, and not always exerting the same amount of effort in building our businesses or leading our teams. But just like trees, there are times when we need to focus on surviving the winters so we can be ready to produce again come spring. In this episode, Sione and Alana share a...2023-12-0516 min
Recounting Life Lessons3 Ways to Enhance your Life - Ep. 54Life and work should be fun. We all have responsibilities and things that we need to get done. Especially as leaders. The work we do matters, but that doesn't mean we have to be miserable in order to leave an impact on the world and those we lead. We've found that by doing the following three things we've been able to increase the level of fulfillment and joy in our lives. Do more of what you love Do less of what you tolerate Do none of what you hate In this e...2023-11-2830 min
Recounting Life LessonsGratitude's Infinite Worth - Ep. 53How do you snap out of a grumpy attitude when things are stressful or overwhelming? That's the question that inspired this episode. Sione and Alana discuss 3 practices that will increase your gratitude for your past, present, and future circumstances and the value those circumstances have for your life. Practicing the following will not only increase your gratitude, but they also have the potential to increase your confidence and self-image as well: Look at the past through a lens of gratitude Savor the good Ask, "Why would future me thank me for this...2023-11-2138 min
Recounting Life LessonsRetire these Success Rules - Ep. 52Not all success rules are created equal. In fact some of the rules for success that you've adopted are most likely holding you back or overcomplicating your process. In this episode, Alana shares how you can tell if a success rule you've adopted needs to go, so that you can start enjoying the process more. Our success rules impact the way we measure our worth in the marketplace and self-image. The level of success we’ll allow ourselves to maintain is directly related to the level of success we believe we deserve and ar...2023-09-1225 min
Recounting Life LessonsFocus or Balance: Choosing Between the Two - Ep. 51Sometimes it's worth it to focus and go faster and sometimes is more worth it to split your time and efforts between two things that are of equal importance. In this episode, Alana discusses the saying that if it's worth doing, it's worth doing well, and how to increase the awareness of what is of greater worth and worth doing for you. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the public become a Sione and Alana Insider. It's free and easy to join: https://recountinglifelessons.com/insider 2023-07-3108 min
Recounting Life LessonsLife Lessons from Escape Rooms - Ep. 50While Sione and I were in Utah we did 5 escape rooms over the course of 8 days. Doing that many escape rooms over such a short period of time led us to recognize a few patterns that also apply to being successful as we go after our goals. In this episode, we'll share 7 lessons that escape rooms taught us that also apply to how to effectively pursue our goals. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the public become a Sione and Alana Insider. It's free and easy t...2023-07-1836 min
Recounting Life LessonsThe Overlooked Resource: Looking for Solutions to Problems - Ep. 49When we're ready to level up or tackle our next problem the most common advice we're given is to do our research, turn to experts, and put in the work. But there is one thing that we so often overlook, and it's often a treasure trove of solutions and definitely a way to feel more confident and empowered as we move forward. In this episode, Alana talks about that one resource that is often forgotten and undervalued, even though it also often holds the answers we're looking for. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights...2023-06-3018 min
Recounting Life LessonsDiscover Untapped Potential: The thing about life lessons... Ep. 48Don't underestimate the impact of your knowledge. Even the most common lessons can turn out to be golden nuggest for someone else and perhaps even yourself. There's something really interesting about these lessons that we've been noticing. Lessons have layers. There is a significant wealth of knowledge that we may not realize we posess. In this episode Sione and Alana touch on the importance of looking back to find golden nuggets that will enhance your life as you go forward. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we...2023-06-2421 min
Recounting Life LessonsMaintain Lasting Success: Momentum Killers - Ep. 47It is so easy to get caught up in the hustle mentality, the grind, and all or nothing mindset when we see it everywhere around us. But there's a cost that comes with this way of thinking. In this episode, Alana shares how she learned the importance of choosing the right goals, choosing the right pace to go after them, and keeping the big picture of success in mind. The compound effect works both ways. When we consistently do small and simple things that help us progress and grow toward our best selves, the effects...2023-06-1023 min
Recounting Life LessonsImpact, Influence, & the Healing Power of Music with Katie Higley - Ep. 46Watching Iam Tongi's journey to winning American Idol this year reminded us of the power and influence that authenticity and music can have in our lives. In this episode, Alana shares some of her experiences of what it was like to watch other people react to Iam Tongi's American Idol audition video and then see him perform Monsters live with James Blunt on the show's finale. See the videos she refers to below: Video of Iam Tongi's American Idol audition: https://youtu.be/S_MAesZsnMk How did Iam Tongi Make American Idol Judgest THAT Emotional video: h...2023-05-2716 min
Recounting Life LessonsMaking an Impact: The Ripple Effect of Small Acts - Ep. 45Sometimes when we think about what it will take to make an impact or to have greater influence, we think it will take a lot of work and effort. But that isn't always the case. Sometimes all it takes is something small and simple to increase our impact and influence on the lives of those around us. In this episode, Alana is sharing a few experiences and examples that prove, doing just a little bit more than what is expected can have a huge impact on our ability to be a person of influence and...2023-05-1412 min
Recounting Life LessonsWays to strengthen and take care (Ho'oikaika) with Gavon Wong - Ep. 44In this episode, we sit down with Gavon Wong, host of the Ho'oikaika Youtube Channel and podcast. Ho'oikaika means to strengthen in Hawaiian. His show is all about empowering Polynesian men to learn how to cope with the stresses of life in healthy ways. It is also a great resource for women to know how to better support Polynesian men in their life. In our conversation with Gavon, we discuss several experiences throughout his life that have helped him in coping with ADHD, suicidal thoughts, the passing of his mother at a young age, and...2023-05-0751 min
Recounting Life Lessons5 Books Everyone Should Read on Money - Ep. 43To wrap up our financial literacy series, we are sharing our top 5 book recommendations to increase your financial literacy. When you want to improve your finances, there are two areas to increase your awareness on: Financial IQ: how to make money, how money works, how to manage money, etc. Financial EQ: how your beliefs and relationship with money impact your ability to reach your financial goals These books are the books Sione always shared with our clients or people when they found out he was a financial coach. These books helped us is building a he...2023-04-3022 min
Recounting Life LessonsMental and Emotional Money Blockers: Breaking Free From Money Blocks - Ep. 42After years of teaching financial education, we've been able to help several individuals and families reach their financial goals. Despite our financial knowledge around helping others learn how to better make and manage money, we found ourselves struggling to raise our net worth or to maintain our own financial successes. Eventually, we realized it all had to do with our mindsets and attitudes around being wealthy, money, and self-worth. Some of our beliefs and feelings were actually blocking our success, causing us to self-sabotage, and keeping us stuck. This realization led Alana on a mission...2023-04-2233 min
Recounting Life LessonsTaking Advantage of Volatility: Unleashing Opportunity Amidst Chaotic Change - Ep. 41Volatility causes uncertainty in the marketplace. But, those who know how to take advantage of it, are able to thrive during these seasons of life. In this episode, Sione shares a few of the lessons that he's learned about volatility and what we can do to take advantage of it when it comes to our personal finances. There are three key areas to be aware of: when will volatility happen the decision you must make if you want to survive and thrive what to do now to prepare and equip yourself ------------------------------------------------------------------- 2023-04-1608 min
Recounting Life LessonsInvest in yourself with Tara Shim - Ep. 40What can we do to give ourselves a financial advantage? In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Tara Shim as she shares her financial journey and how a couple of board games, a monthly allowance, and investing in herself and her financial education changed her life. Raised in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii by a single mother from the time she was about 6 or 7 years old with very little money, her mom bought her a board game for a dollar. Playing that game every day and learning to manage the monthly a...2023-04-0843 min
Recounting Life LessonsAllowing Room for Error: Transforming Setbacks into Stepping Stones - Ep. 39A few of the things that we can count on happening in life and as leaders are that things will go wrong, mistakes will be made, we can't plan for everything, and plans will need to change from time to time. So how can we avoid getting frustrated and better prepare ourselves to respond to our circumstances when things like this happen? Is it possible to create a buffer to allow room for error and prevent the negative spiral that could happen when things don't go according to plan? In this episode of R...2023-03-3119 min
Recounting Life LessonsGoal Oriented vs Growth Oriented: Unlocking Limitless Potential - Ep. 38 Being too invested in reaching our goals can lead us to overvalue the result and undervalue the process. Is being goal-oriented overrated? What does manipulation have to do with being overly goal oriented? How can we go after our goals without burning out or ruining our relationships? What does it mean to be growth-oriented? In this episode, Alana shares how her relationship with goals and goal setting has evolved and some of the things that she does to set and have goals without letting them wreck havoc on her...2023-03-2516 min
Recounting Life LessonsInvestor vs Spender Mindsets: Getting The Most Out of Your Time, Money, & Relationships - Ep. 37Do you have an investor or a spender mindset? When it comes to having an investor or spender mindset it doesn't only impact our finances. Our mindset will impact the way we choose to invest or spend our time, in our relationships, and in how we lead. Seeing the stark contrast that these two mindsets have led to in the various organizations they've worked with inspired Sione & Alana to share what they've learned about how to recognize what kind of mindset you are operating from and how to pivot if need be. In...2023-03-0933 min
Recounting Life LessonsTime is NOT Money: Unlocking Life's True Wealth - Ep. 36In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Alana shares a few lessons she's learned about how to better measure the value of time and money. There is a lie, that time is money, that most of us have been brainwashed into believing. This lie skews the way we measure our worth and the value that we are able to bring to the marketplace and the world around us. In most cases, it is the reason it is so easy to sell ourselves short. Instead of equating time to money, it is more helpful to equate...2023-02-2318 min
Recounting Life LessonsAccelerating Progress: Never stop doing this one thing - Ep. 35In this short episode, Sione shares two experiences that helped him to realize the importance of being teachable. A few lessons and tips from this episode: As we learn new things we are often able to find out how to get the same results faster. Never assume that you've arrived and that there is nothing left to learn. Allow others to teach you. When we are able to accomplish our goals or get results faster, our confidence increases, and that increase in confidence allows us to set even bigger goals. The key to accelerating our progress is to...2023-02-1504 min
Recounting Life LessonsKeys to Good Relationships: What 18 years of marriage has taught us - Ep. 34Sione and Alana celebrate their 18 year wedding anniversary by sitting down and sharing some of the lessons they've learned about relationships. Some of the things they discuss: having an attitude of appreciation the habit & "game" of serving one another expressing gratitude and appreciation for one another the need to feel seen, hear, and understood your responsibility in a relationship the only helpful assumption to have in relationships tips for communication the value of vulnerability approaching relationships with curiosity, no matter how long you've been in it how past experiences impact present relationships having shared goals keeping...2023-02-0439 min
Recounting Life LessonsSuccess is a Feeling: Helps for defining what success is to you - Ep. 33What if, at the end of each day, you felt like it was a success? Does goal setting sometimes leave you feeling anxious? Are you tired of feeling disappointed in yourself or overwhelmed and like you’re behind even when you are putting in your best efforts to reach your goals? In this episode, Alana shares the value she's found by thinking of success as a feeling and using that feeling as a guide when making decisions and creating plans for going after her goals. It's possible to enjoy more success through mindfulness.2023-01-2531 min
Recounting Life LessonsMaking Time For Priorities: Putting First Things First - Ep. 32Sione sat down to reflect on one of the lessons that stood out to him the most during 2023. The lesson was all about time and making time for the things & people that matter most. A few tips he shares in this episode include: Scheduling time in for the people and priorities in your life If you find yourself too busy, cut out the things that are not necessities so that you have availability for the things that are priorities Create systems to get things done more effectively and efficiently and you can free up...2023-01-0809 min
Recounting Life LessonsSetting New Intentions for 2023: Exciting News for the Podcast - Ep. 31We're relaunching the Recounting Life Lessons podcast! Here's the official announcement, as well as a quick lesson on setting intentions over having expectations. What started out as an opportunity to dive deeper into lessons that we were sharing as we went out on mini adventures exploring our new backyard in the Pacific Northwest has evolved into something so much more. Our lessons were random and all over the place, but as we've grown in our leadership, in our businesses, and as individuals, we've realized we want to be more intentional about the kind o...2023-01-0407 min
Recounting Life LessonsGratitude and Goal Setting: Tips for Setting Annual Goals - Ep. 30When it comes to goal setting, sometimes it's difficult to know what kind of goals to set for ourselves. Do we just copy what those around us are doing? Do we just set a goal that makes sense with what we are already doing? In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Alana shares 2 simple but powerful exercises that can help you choose goals that will add the most value and fulfillment to your life. You'll also be able to learn when and how to do these exercises to prepare yourself for the holidays and goal-setting season. 2022-11-2314 min
Newcastle in the MorningSione's FoundationSione’s Foundation exists to improve the current living standards and provide a better future for the whole Tongan community, with a key focus on children who are disadvantaged, marginalised or isolated. The registered charity is run from Newcastle by former NRL star Sione Finefeuiaki. Sione was born in Viaola Hospital Tofoa, Tonga in 1979. After an eight-year-long career in Rugby League with the Sydney Roosters, Melbourne Storm, Manly Sea Eagles, and finally the Newcastle Knights, Sione retired in 2010.From here, he created Sione's Academy; but that wasn't enough for him.Li...2022-09-0224 min
Recounting Life LessonsBe The Hero: Unlimit Yourself - Ep. 29Stop playing the sidekick or victim in your life and be the hero. In this solo episode, Alana shares about the moment she realized that she was playing the role of the sidekick in all the areas of her life that she was feeling frustrated and stuck in. Since then, she has intentionally chosen to step up as the hero and can identify what it looks like when she or anyone is choosing to play the victim or sidekick instead. In this episode, she shares what each of these roles looks like so...2022-06-1117 min
Recounting Life LessonsUsing the Precious Gift of Time with Alanna Lalor - Ep. 28Sione and Alana sit down with mindset mentor, Alanna Lalor who uses the precious gifts of time to inspire women to become the heroes of their own stories. Together, they discuss how can you use time as a tool and motivator to inspire you to take the actions that will help you reach your potential and enjoy more of your life and time doing the things you love the most. Connect with Alanna at www.alanna-lalor.com.au or on Instagram at @alanna_lalor Mention that you listened to this episode and get 30...2022-04-2652 min
Recounting Life LessonsOvercoming Indecision: Unlocking Your Power To Direct Your Life - Ep. 27Having the ability to choose, alone, is not enough to enjoy the blessings of agency. To unlock the true power of our ability to choose, we must make committed decisions. The act of intentionally making a committed decision to do or not to do something is one of the most underrated habits, that if we take the time and effort to develop, it will unlock a life of more freedom, more joy, more fulfillment, and a feeling of empowerment. When we don't make decisions, we allow individuals and circumstances outside of ourselves to make those...2022-04-0221 min
Recounting Life LessonsYour Presence is a Gift: Lessons from Obasan (Grandma) - Ep. 26There are times in our lives when we meet individuals who just make everything and everyone around them better. In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Sione talks about some of the lessons that he's learned from his late grandmother about being the kind of person who's presence is a gift that we could all emulate to make the world around us a better place. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the public become a Sione and Alana Insider. It's free and easy to join: https://recountinglifelessons.com/i...2022-02-1107 min
Recounting Life LessonsOur Favorite Life Lessons - Ep. 25In this special anniversary episode, Sione and Alana sit down to recount a few of their favorite life lessons. Of all the lessons they've shared on their YouTube channel, here on the podcast, and in their weekly emails, these are the 3 that have been the most impactful and reaffirming in their life. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the public become a Sione and Alana Insider. It's free and easy to join: https://recountinglifelessons.com/insider FOLLOW US: ► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sio...2022-01-2225 min
Recounting Life LessonsAloha State of Mind with Leialoha Humpherys - Ep. 24Sione and Alana talk with Leialoha Humpherys, author of Aloha State of Mind to discuss what it means to create paradise wherever you are. They discuss Hawaiian values like ho'ohana (to do meaningful work), ohana (love of family), aloha (living with love), and laulima (many hands) and how these values can help us to make the most of our circumstances. Connect with Leialoha ►Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ladyleialoha/ ►Her website https://naturallyaloha.com/ Aloha State of Mind is available on Amazon at: https://amzn.to/43P8PRB2021-11-1743 min
Recounting Life LessonsReframing Limiting Beliefs: Our Beliefs Shape Our Reality - Ep. 23Our beliefs can empower us or they can hold us back and even cause us to self-sabotage our efforts made toward success. So how do we know if our beliefs are helping us or holding us back? In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Sione shares a few experiences that helped him identify a limiting belief. He also shares why we hold all the power in being able to reframe those beliefs that are holding us back. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the public become...2021-10-2707 min
Recounting Life LessonsPearls of wisdom: Paying attention to life’s lessons - Ep. 22If we aren't paying attention, we'll miss out on the pearls of wisdom that show up in our lives and they can easily slip through our fingers. In this solo episode, Alana shares about an experience that helped her realize how easy it is to miss out on the lessons that life is eager to teach us. She also shares what we can do to take care in collecting the lessons and things that we want more of in our lives. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the...2021-10-1307 min
Recounting Life LessonsLoving Where You Are: 5 reasons your current stage of life is a gift - Ep. 21Do you ever find yourself wanting to feel more fulfilled and happy with where you are in your life and with what you have? Between unexpected setbacks, feeling like we aren't where we thought we would have been by now, or being surrounded by others who seem to be getting and doing what we haven't been able to do just yet, there are so many things that we can become disappointed with. How do we prevent these disappointments from robbing us of our joy? In this episode, Sione and Alana discuss the 5 things...2021-09-0845 min
Recounting Life LessonsFocus on the progress: Adding joy back into the journey - Ep. 20In this episode, Sione interviews Alana on one of her favorite lessons, "It's better to focus on progress over done". Eliminate the stress, overwhelm, and constant feelings of being behind by shifting your focus from the end results to the opportunities to make progress. Add more joy back into the journey and create a greater potential for increasing your confidence as well. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the public become a Sione and Alana Insider. It's free and easy to join: https://recountinglifelessons.com/insider 2021-03-1234 min
Recounting Life LessonsMore clarity, less overwhelm: The key to confidence and vision - Ep. 19In this episode, Sione and Alana share the benefits of taking action and it's ability to increase confidence and clarity. They also talk about: How to overcome analysis paralysis Setting helpful expectations How to better figure out what you want How to make better use of your time if you haven’t started yet They are recounting life lesson 19, "Clarity intensifies with action" which they originally shared in their YouTube video of the same title. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the public become a Sione and Alana In...2021-02-1735 min
Recounting Life LessonsShare what you love: A guide for living a more empowered life - Ep. 18Fear can be debilitating at times and even prevents us from having, sharing, and doing the things that we love. In this episode, Sione and Alana are sharing what they've done to go from being too fearful to do what they love and wanted to do, to getting to have, share, and do that thing more often. They also share the 5 things you can do to stop fears from disempowering you so that you can have, share, and get more of what you love in your life as well. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For...2021-01-2638 min
Recounting Life LessonsMore than Enough: Abundance and Unlimited Potential - Ep. 17 What if the only thing holding you back was the way you see the world? In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we break down how to shift from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mentality—unlocking new opportunities, creativity, and success. Through engaging personal stories—like a man missing out on a cruise's all-inclusive benefits and Thomas Edison's mother reframing his potential—they illustrate how limiting beliefs can keep us from what's already available. We also share four practical strategies to help you embrace abundance: Recognizing diverse needs and opportunities Exploring multiple paths to success Using empowering language...2020-12-1132 min
Recounting Life LessonsFailing Fabulously: Embracing the Lessons & Overcoming Obstacles to Become Your Best - Ep. 16Failure is a part of life, in fact, it is a part of the process when we are going after our goals and striving to grow. While "Fabulous" may not be the first word that comes to mind when you think of failing, it can be fabulous. All you need is the proper perspective and the tools to allow failure to propel you forward. Our failures don’t define WHO we are, they do, however, help us to define WHERE we are. When we realize this, we can stop worrying about failing and instead, improve on...2020-09-2525 min
Recounting Life LessonsAdding Joy to the Journey: Increasing the Value Every Step of the Way - Ep. 15Going through the journey adds value to the destination itself. As convenient as a free handout or teleporting may sound, we end up missing out on the skills, knowledge, or known and unknown experiences that we'd have and develop along the way. Are we living for the destination or do we make the journey itself just as enjoyable to experience and live as we are anticipating the destination to be? ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the public become a Sione and Alana Insider. It's free and easy...2020-08-2927 min
Recounting Life LessonsGrowth's Impact: A Journey of Personal Transformation - Ep. 14Life Lesson 14 is about how making personal development and growth a habit makes serving others effortless when the time to serve comes up. It was inspired after the funeral wreaths that were created by the hands of many came together in such a meaningful and effortless way during our trip to Hawaii to be with family during the sudden passing of our sister. In this episode, we're discussing how making personal development a habit allows our skills, strengths, and talents to be used to serve more often and with less effort on our part. 2020-08-1149 min
Recounting Life LessonsEnvironments for Success: Cultivating Space for Unleashing Your Potential - Ep. 13While we can't control everything in our circumstances, there are a lot of things that we do have control of. In this episode, Sione and Alana discuss 5 things to consider when choosing and creating environments for success. The cost of distractions in your environment The safety of your environments Keeping an open mind, staying curious, and keeping your expectations in check The simple question: Is this empowering or disempowering? The tough questions in determining what to allow in your environments The discussion goes over productivity, distractions, relationships, basic needs, and a few principles to use to choose...2020-07-1326 min
Recounting Life LessonsIncrease Empathy and Try New Things: Creating Connection - Ep. 12Life Lesson 12 is all about trying new things and pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone in order to be a better advocate and increase our empathy. The lesson itself is inspired by the discoveries of new loves as we've tried things we didn't think we'd initially like. But as we took a deeper look at this life lesson, we realized that it is a great rule of thumb to help us grow as individuals and be better teachers, leaders, friends, and advocates when we recognize that others are being judged unfairly. We...2020-06-1923 min
Recounting Life LessonsEmpowering Ways to Respond to Fear: Defeat Fear and Reach Your Potential - Ep. 11Fear. It's not usually an emotion that one would associate with feelings of empowerment. But what if we told you that it is actually possible to respond to fear in ways that left you feeling empowered and able to live with greater joy and confidence? That's what we share in this episode of the Recounting Life Lessons podcast. We are sharing 5 empowering ways to respond to fear and use it to your advantage. No more letting fear control your life, use it as a tool to enhance it instead. In this episode, we...2020-05-2022 min
Recounting Life LessonsThe Power of Your Presence: Your Influence on Those Around You - Ep. 10Life Lesson 10 is that the people we share our adventures with will make or break them. Who you choose to surround yourself with matters, and who you choose to be matters as well. We share how those we spend our time with has impacted our lives and how we choose who we want to spend the majority of our time with to make the journey through life more enjoyable. You cannot change the people around you, but you can change the people that you choose to be around. Links mentioned:...2020-05-0731 min
Recounting Life LessonsMaking an Impact from Afar: The Art of Long-Distance Connections - Ep. 9Life Lesson 9 is that celebrations are not just for the ones being celebrated. When physical distance keeps us apart it may seem that a proper celebration is out of the question. But we discuss ways in which physical distance can be an opportunity to make celebrations more meaningful and how to use it as a catalyst to better feed our needs for love and connection. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the public, become a Sione and Alana Insider. It's free and easy to join: https://www.recountinglifelessons...2020-04-1612 min
Recounting Life LessonsSeizing The Moments: Crafting Unforgettable Memories - Ep. 8Life Lesson 8 is "You don't have to wait for adventures and memories, create them!" This lesson and episode is one about empowerment and seizing the moments. While it is easy to sometimes feel like everyone else is experiencing the things you want to do it is important to remember that if we don't like the circumstances that we are in we have the power to go out and create some that we do like. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the public, become a Sione and...2020-04-0330 min
Recounting Life LessonsGaining Perspective: The Power of a New Perspective - Ep. 7Life Lesson 7 is "The right perspective can make all the difference in the world." More than that, though, it makes all the difference in YOUR world. Our perspectives dictate our feelings, our actions, and our lives. Sometimes these perspectives are helpful. They protect us and keep us safe. But when we are wanting to grow and achieve things outside of our comfort zones they can also be the cause of resistance that keeps us from taking action. In this episode, Sione and Alana discuss how to shift our perspectives intentionally to...2020-03-1924 min
Recounting Life LessonsAcknowledging Regrets: Turning Mistakes Into Fuel For Growth - Ep. 6Life Lesson 6 is all about regret: "You can't learn from your regrets if you don't acknowledge them. Are regrets really all that bad? In this episode, we go into why instead of striving to live a life without regrets we should strive to live a life without WASTED regrets. Regrets aren't bad, in fact, if you know how to use them they can be a catalyst for good and growth in your life. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the public, become a Sione and Alana...2020-03-0437 min
Recounting Life LessonsThe Positive Mental Attitude Matrix For Difficult Times - Ep. 5Life Lesson 5 is "you control your attitude, your circumstances do not." In this episode, we take you into what we like to call the Positive Mental Attitude Matrix. Life happens, and there are good and bad things that we each go through. We discuss how to win at life and share ways in which you can actually own your power to take control of your attitude during the lows of life. We even discuss how the less than ideal circumstances of life are beneficial and actions you can take when these types of situations arise.2020-02-1934 min
Recounting Life LessonsLoving Yourself and Others Better: The Power of Compassion - Ep. 4Life Lesson 4 is to "Love all but protect the ones you love." In this episode, we're talking about love. We discuss how it can be possible to love everyone, even if their actions cause harm to the ones we care about most. We also get into how to better love ourselves and those closest to us. Ultimately we weigh in on what each of us can do to put more love into the world to make it a better place. ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with...2020-02-1224 min
Recounting Life LessonsJust a Prayer Away: Miracles and Finding Answers - Ep. 3"What if the answer to your biggest challenge was just a prayer away?" Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or searching for answers? Help is often just a prayer away. In this eppisode of Recounting Life Lessons, Sione and Alana share personal stories and practical insights on the power of prayer—not just as a way to ask for help, but as a two-way conversation with God that brings clarity, guidance, and unexpected miracles. Discover: How to pray effectively and listen for answers Why unanswered prayers might be blessings in disguise How prayer can transform both big and...2020-02-0425 min
Recounting Life LessonsSuccess as a Whole: Building Blocks, Strategies, & Habits for Achieving - Ep. 2Success isn't a single achievement—it's a whole made up of small, intentional habits, progress tracking, and rest. In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Sione and Alana explore the secret to achieving sustainable uccess: understanding that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Through personal stories, powerful analogies, and practical strategies, they break down: Why small, ,consistent habits compound into life-changing results How progress tracking keeps you motivated and on track The overlooked power of rest and recovery in success Why yoyu don't need to have everything figured out to start H...2020-01-2924 min
Recounting Life LessonsBegin With The End In Mind: Setting The Stage For Success - Ep. 1"Are you climbing the right ladder—or just climbing because there's a ladder in front of you?" Most people go through life reacting to circumstances instead of intentionally designing the future they want. In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we uncover the powerful success principle of Beginning with the End in Mind— a simple shift that can save you time, energy, and unnecessary detours. Tune in to learn how to take control of your future starting today! Unlock the secret to making smarter decisions, saving time, and creating a life you love by beginni...2020-01-2240 min
Recounting Life LessonsHello, we're Sione and Alana: Introductions - Ep. 0Life is an amazing teacher! If you pay close enough attention it can also teach you the lessons necessary to live a life of joy. Hello, welcome to our very first episode! We are so glad you're here and hope you'll be able to get to know us and grow to recognize us as friends or ohana in your life. This podcast will be an opportunity to sit back and relax as we share the lessons that life has taught us with you. We want it to feel like you are sitting with us in...2020-01-1805 min