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Encore Living
You'll Cross Many Bridges | EP 160
What if the tolls you pay in life aren't costs, but investments in your future?In part two of my bridge series, I'm exploring two more ways that bridges can teach us something about pursuing our dreams.First, there's the toll booth. Whether you're paying for a class, investing in your health, or committing your time and energy to something important, you're making an investment in yourself. And that investment can be a powerful declaration that you're serious about where you're going.Second, you don't have to cross one enormous bridge to reach...
2026-10-21
07 min
Encore Living
Make Your Problems Smaller | EP 158
What if you could take a problem out of your head and put it on the desk in front of you?Sometimes the problems we imagine become much bigger than the situations themselves. We worry, replay scenarios, and picture things that may never actually happen.In today's episode of Encore Living, Dr. Thor shares a simple visualization exercise that can help you see your problems differently.Imagine taking a problem out of your head and placing it on a table. Suddenly, it has a size. You can look at it from different angles...
2026-10-16
05 min
Encore Living
Are You Wearing a Ring of Possibility? | EP 155
What does an ancient Roman emperor's signet ring have to do with creating the life you want?In today's episode of Encore Living, Dr. Thor shares an unexpected connection between a historical novel about Augustus Caesar and Agrippa, and a passage from Neville Goddard's The Power of Awareness.Both lead to a fascinating idea from Ralph Waldo Emerson: What if the world is more responsive to our beliefs and assumptions than we realize?Discover how a simple ring pressed into soft wax can become a powerful metaphor for imagination, possibility, and the impressions...
2026-10-13
05 min
All Revved Up
#008: Neville’s Strange Trick That Changes How You Manifest
What if the secret to manifesting what you want is to stop imagining it happening in the future, and start remembering it as if it already happened?This week on All Revved Up, Thor introduces Liza and Tiffani to an intriguing idea attributed to New Thought teacher Neville Goddard: assume it happened yesterday. Instead of hoping, wishing, or trying to figure out how your desire will become reality, imagine yourself on the other side of it, looking back at something that's already done.That simple shift sparks a much bigger conversation about manifestation...
2026-08-14
31 min
All Revved Up
#007: The Book That Changed How We Think
What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your past, but the story you keep telling about it?This week on All Revved Up, Rev. Dr. Tiffani Milne and Rev. Dr. Thor Challgren explore The Courage to Be Disliked, the bestselling book based on the psychology of Alfred Adler that unexpectedly changed the way they think about life.Together they discuss six powerful ideas, including why your past doesn't have to define your future, how comparison quietly robs us of joy, what it really means to live authentically, and why happiness may...
2026-08-07
39 min
All Revved Up
#006: The Truth About Manifestation
What does manifestation really mean? And is it possible we've misunderstood it all along?In this episode of All Revved Up, what begins as a conversation about pajamas, public speaking, and AI turns into a deeper exploration of authenticity, manifestation, and creating a life you genuinely love.Along the way, we discuss:Why authenticity matters more than having the perfect scriptWhether what you wear changes how you show up in the worldWhat AI can (and can't) teach us about ourselvesThe difference between trying to control your future and living into itWhy joy...
2026-07-31
41 min
All Revved Up
#005: Remember Who You Are When Life Gets Loud
What do you do when life gets loud enough to make you forget who you are?This week, we explore resilience... not as in "pushing through", but as remembering. We talk about bouncing back after disappointment, why having the right people in your corner matters, the difference between empathy and compassion, and why passion can take you farther than technique ever will.Plus: a surprising World Cup story, why one of us has never seen Star Wars, and what all of it has to do with living a more authentic life. Thanks...
2026-07-24
44 min
All Revved Up
#004: Can AI Replace Spiritual Guidance?
Artificial intelligence is changing the way we work, create, and even think. But can it replace something as deeply human as spiritual guidance?In this episode of All Revved Up, we explore where AI shines, and where we believe it still falls short. We talk about using AI as a creative partner, whether it can write a meaningful prayer or spiritual treatment, and why human intuition, presence, and consciousness may be impossible to replicate.Along the way, we discuss creativity, community, the future of work, robot baristas, and the surprising question of whether people might...
2026-07-17
47 min
All Revved Up
#003: Pixie Dust Shortage (And Other Spiritual Emergencies)
What happens when the beliefs that once grounded you suddenly don't feel so certain?In this episode of All Revved Up, we have an honest conversation about something many spiritual people experience but rarely admit: a crisis of faith. We explore what it feels like when the "pixie dust" seems to run out, why doubt isn't the opposite of spirituality, and how questioning your beliefs can actually deepen them.Along the way, we talk about grief, growth, giving yourself grace, and why sometimes the healthiest spiritual practice isn't pretending you're okay—it's allowing yourself to be...
2026-07-10
43 min
All Revved Up
#002: When Your Spiritual Practice Gets Tested
What happens when spiritual principles meet everyday life?In this episode of All Revved Up, Rev. Dr. Thor Challgren, Rev. Dr. Tiffani Milne, and Rev. Dr. Liza Marquez explore what happens when the ideas we teach are tested in real-world situations—from a difficult dental procedure to illness, fear, uncertainty, and even walking across hot coals.Along the way, the conversation explores mindfulness, gratitude, New Thought principles, Abraham Hicks, Oprah, virtual reality, and the surprising ways our minds shape our experience.Whether you're facing a challenge of your own or simply wo...
2026-07-03
45 min
All Revved Up
#001: Welcome to All Revved Up!
A trashy reality show sparks an uncomfortable question: if your hometown has a reputation, do you secretly carry it too? We use that funny spiral as a doorway into something bigger: how quickly we let other people’s narratives define our identity, our worth, and even what we think we “should” want. From hair-growth shampoo to Jon Hamm envy, we keep it light, but we also stay honest about the deeper forces underneath comparison and conformity. Then we go straight into the question we hear all the time about New Thought spirituality: “Is it a cult?” Instead of trying t...
2026-06-26
35 min
Encore Living
College Decision Month—But What About Your Midlife Plan? | EP150
It’s April—aka College Decision Month. Your teen is making a huge life decision. But have you stopped to consider your own?Subscribe to Dr. Thor’s FREE Encore Living Insider newsletter here > Encore Living InsiderSign up for an Encore Roadmap Strategy Session with Dr. Thor here > Encore Roadmap SessionDr. Thor on Instagram @drthor.tvDr. Thor on TikTok @drthor.tvIf you're an empty nester (or soon-to-be), now is the perfect time to ask: What do I want next? This episode is about reclaiming your power to cho...
2025-04-22
17 min
Encore Living
Empty Nest Life: Why You Feel Lost (And Why That’s Totally Normal) | EP149
Feel lost after the kids leave? You're not alone. Today I share one shift that can change your empty nest experience.Subscribe to Dr. Thor’s FREE Encore Living Insider newsletter here > Encore Living InsiderSign up for an Encore Roadmap Strategy Session with Dr. Thor here > Encore Roadmap SessionDr. Thor on Instagram @drthor.tvDr. Thor on TikTok @drthor.tvIn this heartfelt episode of Encore Living, Dr. Thor unpacks a feeling many people experience but rarely talk about — that disorienting sense of loss after your kids leave home...
2025-04-15
18 min
Encore Living
#042: The Audience Wants You To Be Great (And Here's How To Be Great)
You’ve seen ice skating in the Olympics, right? Where the skater is being hyped because they are going to do some incredible jump in their program. 'And the announcers are telling you it’s about to happen and you’re watching and the skater begins the jump, and in that moment... you want them to be great, right?Whenever you or I are giving a presentation, the same thing happens. Today, we’re going to talk about why the audience wants you to be great. And I share three ways to think ab...
2023-02-11
05 min
Encore Living
#041: The Truth About Thomas Edison's 10,000 Light Bulb "Failures"
Did Thomas Edison invent the light bulb, and is it true that he said he didn’t fail 10,000 times, he only discovered 10,000 ways it didn’t work?In today's episode, I explore the famous quote about Thomas Edison and the light bulb. You’ve probably heard the quote, “I have not failed 10,000 times—I’ve successfully found 10,000 ways that will not work.” Today, I explore whether Edison failed 10,000 times. And I ask if he could have actually succeeded in ONE try.As always, thanks for listening!You can find me here:WEBSIT...
2023-02-10
04 min
Encore Living
#040: The One Line from "Top Gun Maverick" That Gets Me Every Time
In today's message, I’m talking about a SINGLE LINE OF DIALOGUE from the massive hit movie, "Top Gun Maverick" with Tom Cruise. I talk about why that line is so important in the movie, why it captures the spirit of the movie, and what it says about us, and our purpose in life.As always, thanks for listening!You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenW...
2023-02-09
05 min
Encore Living
#039: The Universe Is EXACTLY Like A Drive-Through Starbucks
You know how when you place an order at a drive-through Starbucks, then they say, "See you at the next window!" And then they give you what you asked for at the next window? Well, the Universe is exactly like that!You place your order with the Universe -- you speak what you want. And you better be clear when you speak it. Because when you pull around to the Universe's next window, you will get what you spoke.I hope you enjoy this episode about ordering correctly. As always, thanks for listening!Y...
2023-02-08
03 min
Encore Living
#038: The Past Version of You Already Got To Live Their Life
Do you ever have regret over things that have happened in the past? Like you look back and think, “why did I do that?” If so, in moments like that, say to yourself, “Past ME already got to live his or her life.” Meaning, that was a decision made by past you. That decision was already made. That action was already made. That life was already made. Past you did that. In today's episode, I explore the idea of how we can more fully live in the present moment. The past version of me -- Past Thor -- alrea...
2023-02-07
03 min
Encore Living
#037: Three Reasons to Put a Baby Picture on Your Mirror
Have you ever yelled at a baby? Probably not, right? Even if it was your own child and you were upset chances are, you would never yell at the baby.In today’s episode, I’m going to suggest that we put a baby picture of yourself on your mirror. Once you do, I dare you to look at that picture and think a negative thought about yourself. I bet you can’t. Also, you're going to smile more, and be more interested in life. All from one picture. Listen to why...As always...
2023-02-06
03 min
Encore Living
#036: Why You Should Avoid Getting Rich Quick
In today's message, I explore the phrase "get rich quick." I ask the question, should we avoid the idea of getting rich quick?Most of us get that riches don't necessarily come quickly. We have to put in the time and work to bring about great wealth.But the notion I want to question is the implication in this statement -- which is that we aren't already rich. In her book E-Squared, Pam Grout writes, “By trying to get rich, we are devoting our minds to the idea that we’re not already rich...
2023-02-05
04 min
Encore Living
#035: Putting Yourself First... And Neapolitan Ice Cream
In this episode, I ask the question, how often do you put yourself first? One way to test this is to ask what would happen if you and I were sharing a container of Neapolitan ice cream, and there's only one scoop left of each flavor. Which one would you choose? Vanilla, chocolate or strawberry? And would you feel the need to explain your choice to me?An interesting way to think about how we express our preferences without feeling selfish. What would you choose?As always, thanks for listening!You can find m...
2023-02-04
03 min
Encore Living
#034: Get Into A Bidding War Over Yourself
Here's a question you probably don't get asked often: how much would you bid on yourself? Here's the scenario. You're at a fancy auction at Christies. You're in the audience with one of those fancy little paddles with a number on it. But in this hypothetical scenario, you are also on the stage as the next item up for bid at this auction. So when the bidding opens, here's my question. Would you bid on yourself? And if so, how much? Would you get into a bidding war over yourself.Clearly, this is a question...
2023-02-03
04 min
Encore Living
#033: Should The Phrase Really Be "Easier DONE Than Said"?
In today's message, I ask if maybe we have it all wrong when we use the phrase, "Easier Said Than Done." Maybe it should be "Easier DONE Than Said." Here's why...When we start off by SAYING something, it means we are thinking about it first. And in the thinking process, it's possible we get derailed by thoughts and doubts. Meaning, we don't get to DOING it, and we certainly never get to "DONE."As always, thanks for listening!You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: h...
2023-02-02
03 min
Encore Living
#032: The Power of 30 Day Resolutions
In today's message, I explore the power of making 30 day resolutions, as opposed to year-long ones. We've probably all made New Years resolutions that lasted -- what? -- maybe a month? Well what if we made it easier to stick to resolutions? One way is to shorten the time commitment required.I decided this year I would adopt a practice of having 30 day resolutions. For the first month, I committed to (and completed!) a Dry January (no alcohol.) It worked really well, so I'm going to continue setting 30 Day Resolutions for the rest of the year.
2023-02-01
03 min
Encore Living
#031: Insights on the First 30 Shows (Also Happy Birthday To Me!)
In today's episode, I'm celebrating. It's my birthday! Also, I've now done the first 30 episodes of the show, and I share three insights on the process of doing a podcast and a YouTube show EVERY SINGLE DAY!As always, thanks for listening!You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-31
05 min
Encore Living
#030: The Truth Behind "This is Fine" Dog Meme?
You know that meme picture of the dog in a bar that’s on fire? The dog has a smile on his face, as the bar around him burns. And his captioned comment is, “This is fine.” The enduring popularity of this meme is that you can use it in so many situations where you think there’s a catastrophe of some sort. And the dog is sticking his head in the sand and saying, “This is fine.” He’s ignoring the problem.Or is he?In today's message, I ask if there's another way to...
2023-01-30
03 min
Encore Living
#029: That Giant Fist In Front of Your Face
In today's show, I ask the question: is there a giant fist in front of your face?Let’s say there’s something you want to do or accomplish. You want to see it clearly, but... there's a giant FIST blocking your view. Your own! What does this metaphorical fist represent? It could be anything. Let's say in this case it's your perfectionism. So now, you can only see this giant fist that says things have to be perfect. Would you walk with this fist blocking your view? No. Would you have a conversation with some...
2023-01-29
03 min
Encore Living
#028: Should Working Toward A Goal Be Fun?
In today's message, I ask if we have our goal-setting priorities backwards. We all have goals we want to accomplish, and we "work" at those goals until they are achieved. But by calling it "work," does that take the fun out of the acting of accomplishing the goal? Maybe instead, we should make "having fun" the goal. Have fun on the way to achieving the goal. Thanks for listening!You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can f...
2023-01-28
04 min
Encore Living
#027: Creating the Mold For What You Really Want
Have you ever been to a steel factory? Yeah, me neither. But I DO have a picture in my mind of what one looks like, when they pour the molten steel into a mold, and they make steel.What if your life was like that? You make a mold of whatever you want, and the universe says, where do you want me to pour the steel. Today, we’re going to talk about creating the mold for what you really want.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: htt...
2023-01-27
04 min
Encore Living
#026: How to Increase Your Confidence in Just Two Minutes
In today's message, I explore how we can use our body language to increase our confident. In a TED talk given by Amy Cuddy, she talks about how our own body language can give us more confidence and belief in ourselves. She shares research that has shown that people who adopt strong confident stances for just two minutes have higher levels of testosterone and lower levels of cortisol, the stress hormone.Amy's method is one that any of us can adopt and it involves standing like a certain Amazonian superhero. Enjoy!Amy Cuddy's T...
2023-01-26
03 min
Encore Living
#025: How To Resolve Any Conflict and Move On
In today's message, I recall the TV show "Lost" to discuss how to move forward after facing a conflict that *seems* to have no resolution. Sometimes there are conflicts you may have where it’s not possible to resolve an issue you have with someone else. Let’s say you have a fight or argument. And for whatever reason, you can’t resolve it with them. But you can resolve the issue for YOURSELF, so you don’t carry the energy of the conflict into the rest of your day. In this episode, I talk a...
2023-01-25
05 min
Encore Living
#024: Why You Should Give a TEDx Talk
In today's message, I ask if you've ever considered giving a TED talk. I asked this question six months ago, and it led me on a path to give a TEDx talk in early 2023. What does it take to give a TED talk? You start with an idea -- one idea worth sharing. In this episode, I talk about all the reasons you should consider giving a TED talk.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:
2023-01-24
06 min
Encore Living
#023: Can I Be Right (Without You Being Wrong)?
In today's episode, I explore how to have a conversation without it ending in a zero-sum argument. There's a way to state your opinion on a subject without denying or invalidating the other person's opinion. It takes some practice, but see if this one simple mindset hack helps you be a more effective communicator.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-23
03 min
Encore Living
#022: Perfectionism and Potatoes on Mars
In today's message, I explore the idea of perfectionism by way of a recent hit movie: "The Martian." The movie's lead character, Mark Watney (Matt Damon) is an astronaut stranded on Mars. With a limited number of potatoes to survive on, he must ration his food in a PERFECT equation until he can be rescued. Sometimes we view our own resources as limited, and we get hung up on having to ration them PERFECTLY. "I only have one shot / so much time / so much money." Sound familiar? Well, guess what? We're not usually...
2023-01-22
03 min
Encore Living
#021: The Truth About Napoleon Hill
"Think and Grow Rich" is a classic in the field of personal development. But did its author, Napoleon Hill, truly live up to the teachings in his book? In today's message, I briefly look at the complicated truth about Napoleon Hill. I also offer some takeaways on how we can view mentors and thought leaders today.In the episode, I mention a longer podcast episode where I look at Napoleon Hill. You can find that show HERE.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/t...
2023-01-21
05 min
Encore Living
#020: What's The BEST That Can Happen?
You know the phrase, "What's the worst that can happen?" That's pretty common, right? But in today's message, I ask, why don't we say, "What's the BEST that can happen?" What we focus on expands, so for three minutes, let's explore the idea of preparing for the best.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-20
03 min
Encore Living
#019: Are You A Micro-Complainer?
Okay, be honest... how much of your day do you spend in "complaint mode"? You may not be a big complainer, but in today's message, I talk about how micro-complaints -- similar to micro-aggressions -- can really add up. Whether it's complaining about ourselves or others, getting a handle on micro-complaints can make a big difference in happiness.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-19
04 min
Encore Living
#018: Conduct The Symphony of Your Life
Imagine your life is a being played by an orchestra, and YOU are the conductor of that orchestra. In today's message, I play with the idea that our lives are like a symphony, and as the conductor of that orchestra, we are in charge of EVERYTHING. Ready to take a listen?You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-18
03 min
Encore Living
#017: Juggling Chainsaws and Perfectionism
In this episode, I look at perfectionism and ask when we have to be perfect and when we don't. As far as I can tell, juggling chainsaws is one of the few times that really, truly requires perfectionism. Most everything else? Well, have a listen...You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-17
03 min
Encore Living
#016: Draw A Bigger Circle Around Yourself
In this episode, I ask if it's possible to draw a new, bigger circle around ourselves. You have capabilities and experiences that you currently believe are within a circle. You have a boundary of what you believe is possible for your life. But beyond that circle, is who you can be going forward. Can we draw a new, bigger circle around what's possible? (HINT: Yes!)You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @t...
2023-01-16
04 min
Encore Living
#015: Uplevel Your Game AND Have Fun? Yes!
In this episode, I ask the question, can you uplevel your game and still have fun? (HINT: It depends on your belief system.) Often we feel that working hard or "grinding" means we can't enjoy the process of achieving what we want. I challenge that notion in this episode. You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-15
03 min
Encore Living
#014: Your Circle of Energy
In this episode, I talk about how we can imagine every solution we need being on the other side of a circle of energy. Where did this idea come from? The movie, "Avengers: Endgame," where the main characters are saved at the end of the movie by a circle of energy that connects them to the solution to their challenge. You don't need to know the movie to get the metaphor, but I think you'll like this show.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren
2023-01-14
03 min
Encore Living
#013: Waiting For the Other Shoe To Drop? Don't!
In this episode, I talk about the origin of the phrase, "waiting for the other shoe to drop." I discuss how, often, we use this phrase as shorthand for expecting bad things are going to happen. But what if it meant something good was coming instead. Thanks for listening to the show!You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-13
04 min
Encore Living
#012: The "Something Awesome" Experiment
In today's episode, I begin a 30-day experiment. Inspired by Pam Grout's book, "Thank and Grow Rich," I will begin each morning with the phrase, "Something amazingly awesome is going to happen today." I share more about Pam's experiment, and how you can try it out yourself for 30 days."Thank And Grow Rich" by Pam GroutYou can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-12
05 min
Encore Living
#011: When to Just Let It Go
In this episode, I ask the question, are there times when it's better to let go over a perceived insult or slight? Inspired by a TEDx talk by Ashe Beckham, I talk about when to take a stand, and when to maybe just Let It Go.Ash Beckham's TEDx TalkYou can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-11
03 min
Encore Living
#010: There Is A Part of You That Does Know
In today's episode, I challenge the idea of us saying we don't know how to do something. Because I believe there is a part of us that DOES know. There is always a part of us that knows, the trick is to remind ourselves of that. I share more thoughts on that in today's show.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-10
04 min
Encore Living
#009: Spiritual Red Bull
In today's episode, I ask the question: do you have something in your life that acts as Red Bull for your spirit, for who you are, for your soul? Because in the same way we think about our focus and our energy, we should think about our spirituality, and look for something that can be our Spiritual Red Bull. So what might that be? I have some suggestions in today's show.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:
2023-01-09
03 min
Encore Living
#008: Creating From Out of the Blue
In today's episode, I look at the phrase "out of the blue," which we commonly associate with things happening in an unexpected or surprising way. But maybe we shouldn't be surprised. Maybe there's another way to think of creating from out of the blue. I explore that idea in this episode.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-08
02 min
Encore Living
#007: Brag On Yourself
In today's episode, I'm going to encourage you to brag on yourself. How often do you say good things about yourself positive things about yourself. Let's talk about why that is, and how you can look for more ways to brag on yourself.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-07
03 min
Encore Living
#006: Could You Live Anywhere?
In today's episode, I ask, could you live anywhere? is there some place that you've ever thought about living? And why didn't you do it? I offer a process for discovering if maybe you have limiting beliefs that are holding you back from living boldly.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-06
04 min
Encore Living
#005: Be An Answer For Someone Else
We see the world from our our own POV, naturally. We are the main character in our story. Everyone else in our life can be thought of as a supporting character. But what if you are someone else's supporting character? What if you have the answer that someone else in your life needs? Today, I suggest that maybe we be the answer for someone else.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @t...
2023-01-05
02 min
Encore Living
#004: Should You Have a "Plan B" in Life?
In today's episode, I ask the question, is it okay to have a Plan B in life? We've all heard of the "Burn the Boats" philosophy of the general who gave his troop no option but to succeed in their beach invasion. It as Plan A or else. But is that a sound idea in life? I weigh that question in today's show.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgren
2023-01-04
03 min
Encore Living
#003: A Band Aid Solution Can Be A Good Thing
In this episode, I talk about how a band aid solution can actually be a good thing. I recently came across a different way of thinking about a band aid solution. And this was in Malcolm Gladwell, his book, The Tipping Point, where he makes the observation that a band aid solution can actually be the best kind of solution, because it involves solving a problem with the minimum amount of effort and time and cost. It's a good solution, because it uses the least number of resourcesYou can find me here:...
2023-01-03
03 min
Encore Living
#002: Add An Exclamation Mark To Your Life
In today's episode, I talk about the idea of adding an exclamation mark to your life. There are times when adding an exclamation mark to what we do, can highlight the thing that we've just done, and to make us feel better about it.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-02
02 min
Encore Living
#001: A New Experiment
In this first episode - Happy New Year, by the way - I talk about my "experiment" to share one New Thought a day for the entire year of 2023.You can find me here:WEBSITE: https://www.thorchallgren.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thorchallgren You can find me here:Dr. Thor on Instagram @thorchallgrenWebsite: https://thorchallgren.com
2023-01-01
03 min
Encore Living
#000: Show Trailer - Every Day A New Thought
Welcome to the Every Day A New Thought Podcast. I'm Thor Challgren. And every single day in 2023, I will bring you a new thought. It can be a new perspective or a new way to think about familiar challenges. If you want to know how to live a better, more fulfilling, more joyful life, then I hope you'll join me in 2023. What will we talk about? topics that interest me include self improvement, spirituality, philosophy, speaking, relationships, fulfillment, history, and so much more. I also love to draw lessons from modern sources like popular movies, books, sports...
2022-12-28
02 min
Your Turn To Fly
Friday Insight and Highlights from Andrea Logan Interview, EP45
In this episode, I recap my top three insights from episode 44, my interview with Andrea Logan.In today's episode, I offer my top three takeaways from our discussion, and share my own perspective after reflecting on the original interview.I'm also sharing my FRIDAY INSIGHT, a top a-ha moment for me this week. Today's Friday insight asks a question: if the life you've lived up until now were a movie, what would the sequel to that movie look like?My guest earlier this week, Andrea Logan, has an account on Tik Tok, where...
2022-02-04
21 min
Your Turn To Fly
How to Enter the Job Market with a Winning Resume, with Andrea Logan EP44
In this episode, my guest is Andrea Logan, and our topic is RESUMES AND JOB SEARCHING. Whether you are a parent who is thinking about re-entering the job market, or maybe you have a college student who is beginning to think about internships, college jobs, or maybe even their first post-college job, you need a resume that gets you seen by the right people.Andrea's account on Tik Tok, where she shares resume and career secrets, has over 278,000 followers. At her company, the Career Island, she helps people craft stand-out resumes and build successful job s...
2022-02-01
56 min
Your Turn To Fly
Tricia Daniel Recap, Highlights and Insights from the Interview, EP43
In this episode, I recap my top three insights from episode 42, my interview with Tricia Daniel.I offer my top three takeaways from our discussion, and share my own perspective after reflecting on the original interview.Tricia has an MBA, 23 years experience in public accounting and as a corporate Financial Controller. She has a passion for using her experience to help corporate executives and sole proprietors calm their overwhelm around money.As a single mom who has started over twice, Tricia has also learned how to use her professional financial experience to calm mon...
2022-01-28
18 min
Your Turn To Fly
3 Conversations on Money that Empty Nesters Should Have, with Tricia Daniel, EP42
When you're in the second half of life -- which you definitely are as an empty nester -- it's time to have some important financial conversations.In this episode, I talk about the 3 Money Conversations that empty nesters should have.My guest is Tricia Daniel. Tricia has an MBA, 23 years experience in public accounting and as a corporate Financial Controller. She has a passion for using her experience to help corporate executives and sole proprietors calm their overwhelm around money.As a single mom who has started over twice, Tricia has also learned how...
2022-01-25
48 min
Your Turn To Fly
How Couples Can Compliment Their Strengths, with Juan Alvarado EP40
My interview guest in this episode is Juan Alvarado. Juan is a trainer who works with leadership professionals and their teams, motivating them by keying in on their strengths. He is a Gallup Certified Strengths coach, and uses the Strengths process to help leaders at work and home. If you listened to episode #34 of Your Turn to Fly, you know I think Gallup Strengths is an invaluable resource for empty nester couples who are looking to reconnect and rediscover who they are as individuals, and as a couple. In this interview Juan and...
2022-01-04
49 min
Your Turn To Fly
Randy Free Recap, Highlights from the Interview EP39
Show NotesIn this episode, I recap my top three insights from episode 38, my interview with Randy Free.I offer my top three takeaways from our discussion, and share my own perspective after reflecting on the original interview.You can find all the original interview episode here. You can also find the video and transcript for this episode at yourturntofly.com/episode38As always, thanks for listening!Free Discovery Call: discover.yourturntofly.comMore on Randy FreeLinkedinWebsite: www.coachtoresilience.c...
2021-12-24
13 min
Your Turn To Fly
How To Better Understand The Teen Brain, with Counselor Randy Free, EP38
Show NotesIn this episode, my guest is Randy Free. Randy is an executive life coach for men and a mentor to adolescent males. With his education in Masters of Counseling, Randy has a unique perspective of the challenges teens face, how their minds work, and how we as parents can better understand and communicate with them.I thought this conversation was especially valuable for empty nester parents who may be looking for ways to improve the relationships they have with your young adults.Randy is an empty nester parent himself, made...
2021-12-21
42 min
Your Turn To Fly
Feng Shui Collective Recap: Highlights from the Interview, EP37
In this episode, I recap my top three insights from episode 36, my interview with Lauren and Pamela from the Feng Shui Collective.I offer my top three takeaways from our discussion, and share my own perspective after reflecting on the original interview.You can find all the original interview episode here. You can also find the video and transcript for this episode at yourturntofly.com/episode36As always, thanks for listening!Free Discovery Call: discover.yourturntofly.comMore on Feng Shui CollectiveInstagram: @fengshuicollective
2021-12-17
12 min
Your Turn To Fly
How to Transform Your Home and Life, with the Feng Shui Collective, EP36
In this episode, my guests are Pamela and Lauren of the Feng Shui Collective. They are a mother/daughter team who brought their own unique talents together to form the Feng Shui Collective, where they help people use Feng Shui – the intentional design of your living space – to cultivate positive and transformative energy into their life.In our discussion, we start with a Feng Shui 101 overview. We talk about their approach to mapping your living space to specific goals like prosperity and romance. We talk about decluttering, and the powerful use of color and...
2021-12-14
55 min
Your Turn To Fly
Katya Nicholas Recap: Highlights from the Interview, EP35
In this episode, I recap my top three insights from episode 34, my interview with Katya Nicholas.I offer my top three takeaways from our discussion, and share my own perspective after having had time to reflect on the original episode.You can find all the original interview episode here. You can also find the video and transcript for this episode at yourturntofly.com/episode34As always, thanks for listening!Free Discovery Call: discover.yourturntofly.comMore on KatyaIG: @katyanicholasFree video on i...
2021-12-10
14 min
Your Turn To Fly
Discover Your Natural Strengths with Clifton Strengths Expert, Katya Nicholas, EP34
In this episode, I interview Katya Nicholas, a certified Clifton Strengths coach. The Clifton Strengths Assessment Process has been used by over 26 million people to discover their unique personal strengths, and to maximize their potential in work. Empty nester parents are starting a new chapter in life, moving into brand new directions. So having an understanding of your strongest talents can be tremendously helpful in deciding what to do next. In my conversation with Katya, we talk about the origins of Clifton Strengths, we discuss what the assessment process is like, and we t...
2021-12-07
43 min
Your Turn To Fly
Todd Mitmesser Recap: Highlights from the Interview, EP33
In this episode, I recap my top 3 insights from episode 32, my interview with Todd Mitmesser.I offer my top three takeaways from our discussion, and share my own perspective after having had time to reflect on the original episode.You can find all the original interview episode here. You can also find the video and transcript for this episode at yourturntofly.com/episode32As always, thanks for listening!Free Discovery Call: discover.yourturntofly.comMore on ToddIG: @class101conejovalleyEmail: tmitmesser@class101.c...
2021-12-03
15 min
Your Turn To Fly
How Parents Can Support Their Students, with College Counselor Todd Mitmesser, EP32
In this episode, my guest is Todd Mitmesser, a college counselor with Class 101 in Conejo Valley, CA. Todd helps families navigate the college admissions process. He works with students for several years, leading up until when they leave for college. In our conversation, we talk about what our kids go through during the admissions process, and how we as parents can support them. We talk about subjects like how to best communicate with our kids, and how to give advice. We discuss the importance of having lots of options to choose from, and how that le...
2021-11-30
41 min
Your Turn To Fly
Tina Souder Recap: Highlights from the Interview, EP31
In this episode, I recap my top 3 insights from episode 30, my interview with Tina Souder. I offer my top three takeaways from our discussion, and share my own perspective after having had time to reflect on the original episode.You can find all the original interview episode -- including the video and transcript -- on the episode page at yourturntofly.com/episode30As always, thanks for listening!Free Discovery Call: discover.yourturntofly.comMore on TinaIG: @tinasouderMore on Thor
2021-11-26
15 min
Your Turn To Fly
How To Communicate With Your College-Age Kid, with Professional Counselor Tina Souder, EP30
My guest today is Tina Souder. Tina is an empty nester parent herself, AND, she is licensed family counselor. In this episode we talk about her own experience watching her sons head off in to the world, and also her insights from working with people dealing with change. We talk about the how to really LISTEN to your kids now that they’re adults, when you have to bite you tongue, and specific ways to give advice without pushing them away. We also talk about how having the extra time allowed her to complete a care...
2021-11-23
42 min
Your Turn To Fly
Jill Magnante Recap: Highlights from the Interview, EP29
In this episode, I do a "Greatest Hits" summary of Episode 28, my interview with Jill Magnante. I offer my top five takeaways from our discussion, and share my own perspective after having had time to reflect on the original episode.If you haven't listened yet, to that episode, you can find it here.You can find all the interview resources -- including the video and transcript -- on the episode page at my website: yourturntofly.com/episode28As always, thanks for listening!Free Discovery Call: discover.yourturntofly.com
2021-11-19
15 min
Your Turn To Fly
12th Grade Teacher's Unique POV on Being an Empty Nester, with Jill Magnante, EP 28
If you thought it was tough when your student went off to college, imagine watching dozens of high school seniors leave for college every year. That's what happens to Jill Magnante, my guest on today's episode of "Your Turn To Fly."Jill is an empty nester herself and she's also a high school English teacher. Every year she sees some of her favorite students head off into the world, which is like being an empty nester on steroids.Jill offers a unique perspective on how we, as parents, can support and encourage our grown children...
2021-11-16
49 min
Your Turn To Fly
Big Announcement: Let's Talk About Change, EP27
Welcome back to the podcast!After a rather long "hiatus," I return to podcasting with big news.In true "Course Change" fashion, I've made some changes to the show. These changes, including a new name, will debut the week of November 15.In this episode, I talk about:The reason behind the change in nameThe format of the new showThe mission I have with the show'More About ThorWebsite: yourturntofly.comOn Instagram: @thorchallgren
2021-11-11
18 min
Your Turn To Fly
Multi-Career Mom Proves Real Value of Being A Go-Giver, with Juliane Detweiler, EP26
Juliane Detweiler has had a number of careers in her life, from being a dancer on a cruise ship, to managing a team in high end retail sales, to now building her own personal skin care business. I talk with Juliane how to build confidence, how to work with and encourage teams, the importance of a positive, non-complaining attitude, and most especially, the value in adopting a givers gain spirit in every thing you do. More About JulianeInstagram: @julianedetweiler More About ThorWebsite: yourturntofly.comOn Instagram...
2020-09-15
55 min
Your Turn To Fly
Dealing With Change: Are You In A Groove Or In a Rut? with Thor Challgren, EP25
Are you in a groove or in a rut? In this episode I share how we can get stuck in a groove because we never examine WHY we do things in a familiar way. I refer to a book I’m reading, “Create the Future, Tactics for Disruptive Thinking,” by Jeremy Gutsche.We are in the biggest pattern interrupt in modern history, outside of possibly WWII. Can you think of a time where more major parts of society were challenged like they are now?Because we’re being forced to make changes, it’s worth considerin...
2020-09-11
25 min
Your Turn To Fly
Improve Relationships and Abundance Using the Enneagram Process, with Tracy O'Malley, EP24
“I have used the Enneagram for eight years in every aspect of my life, and it has moved the needle in all areas of my life, in ways I never would have imagined a decade ago.” That is Tracy O’Malley, my guest on this episode of the “Course Change” podcast.Tracy is multi-million dollar entrepreneur, speaker, and author. I talk with her about how she’s used the Enneagram personality typing process to accelerate transformation, build effective and compassionate leaders and create sustainable and lasting change. When you’re going through change, it’s important to have...
2020-09-08
57 min
Your Turn To Fly
How to Let Go of Negative Emotions Using Beach Sand, with Thor Challgren, EP 23
In this quick tip Friday episode, I talk about how you can use a jar of beach sand (or sugar, or anything you can put in a jar) as a tool to let go of negative, unproductive emotions.If you’ve ever said, "I'm scared," “I’m mad,” or “I’m sad,” you know it can feel like these emotions are all-consuming. It feels like we are that fear, anger or sadness. But are you? Just because you feel something doesn’t mean that’s what you are.Using a simple object like a jar of sand, you can r...
2020-09-04
08 min
Your Turn To Fly
How to Improve Your Presence and Feel Confident on Video and Zoom, with Kellsie Moore, EP22
Kellsie Moore is a video presence coach for businesses people and entrepreneurs. She's someone who made a dramatic pivot from working in a correctional facility, to following her passion in performing, and now coaching people how to be more comfortable when appearing on video and Zoom.In our conversation, we talk specifics like lighting, sound and where to position your camera or laptop. We also dive into the mental aspect, and how changing what you focus on, can make you stand out on video.Kellsie is offering listeners a FREE TRAINING on how to look...
2020-09-01
56 min
Your Turn To Fly
Dealing With a Difficult Change (And Not Crying in Public), with Thor Challgren EP21
The day we dropped off our daughter for college was one of the most difficult times of my life. And boy, did I work hard to not lose it emotionally. But I learned three lessons that day about how to deal with change. If you're an empty-nester parent dealing with your child leaving the nest, or you're dealing with any kind of difficult change, I know you'll find value in this episode.More On ThorWebsite: thorchallgren.comOn Instagram: @thorchallgrenOn Facebook: Facebook.com/coursechangepodcast
2020-08-28
20 min
Your Turn To Fly
5th Degree Blackbelt Leaps Into Career as Mystery/Thriller Novelist, with Tori Eldridge, EP20
Tori Eldridge was a Broadway, film and TV performer, 5th degree blackbelt, and self-described “mom with projects.” But her passion for writing led her to becoming a published author with her debut novel, "The Ninja Daughter," which was named one of the "Best Mystery Books of 2019" by the South Florida Sun Sentinel. In this episode, we talk about Tori's approach to creativity, how she balances her work and family life, and the importance of having a healthy mindset in anything you do. Tori's second book in the Lily Wong series, "The Ninja's Blade," debuts 9/1/20.More...
2020-08-25
1h 11
Your Turn To Fly
Run Over by a Semi-Truck: Three Near Death Revelations, with Thor Challgren, EP19
In 1990, I was run over by a semi-truck and lived to tell the story. In today's episode, I do share that story and the three revelations I had that day. I also talk about the best meal I've ever had in my life (hint: it came a glass jar.) When you nearly die, you tend to think about the big picture. The events of that day (the main one involving a large truck) led me to think about a lot of things. I gained three valuable perspectives that I carry with me:Ask yourself, does this m...
2020-08-21
23 min
Your Turn To Fly
With Kids Off To College, Mom Turns Her Passion for Travel Into a Career, with Linda Halstead, EP18
My guest today on the show is Linda Halstead. Linda was a stay-at-home parent who reinvented herself when her daughters left for college. In our conversation, we talk about the change and emotional challenges facing empty-nester parents. We dive into the steps Linda took in starting her own business, how you can reconnect with your spouse, and how to discover your next adventure in life.More On LindaLinda Halstead TripCruisersMore On ThorOn Instagram: @thorchallgren
2020-08-18
49 min
Your Turn To Fly
How To Detach From Labels and Identity and Be Truly Happy, with Thor Challgren EP17
Who are you? What's your identity? I'm an empty-nester parent, but that's not my only identity. In this episode, I talk about how associating with a particular label or identity can cause you unnecessary pain. I share my own simple daily practice for how to let go of labels that don't serve us.I discuss the Don Miguel Ruiz, Jr. book, The Five Levels of Attachment, which shows us how, by return to our authentic self, we can find genuine and long-last happiness.The Five Levels of Attachment - Don Miguel Ruiz, Jr.
2020-08-14
13 min
Your Turn To Fly
Broadway Star Stages Own 2nd Act, Becomes New Thought Minister, with Dr. James Mellon, EP16
In this episode, I talk with Dr. James Mellon, whose unique journey took him from the lights of Broadway stardom to become the founding director of his own spiritual center in Los Angeles. Dr. James grew up in a Catholic, blue-collar Philadelphia family. He followed his passion for performing to become a star on Broadway in shows like 42nd Street and West Side Story. But after attending a new thought lecture one evening, a new world opened to him, and eventually he became a minister and started his own church.This episode is for anyone l...
2020-08-10
1h 03
Your Turn To Fly
Do The Impossible (like Walking on Fire) and You'll Build A New Identity For Yourself, EP15
When one door closes, another opens. With my daughter having returned to college, I've decided to take on a HUGE CHALLENGE. I've begun the 75 Hard Mental Toughness Program created by Andy Frisella. For 75 days straight, you do five things every single day, including what amounts to 90 minutes of workouts. It's not a fitness challenge per se. More of a mindset reset. A chance to reinvent and rediscover who you are, and who you can be.If your identity has been wrapped up in a role that's winding down (you're an empty nester, or just retired...
2020-08-07
16 min
Your Turn To Fly
Moved FROM Hawaii to Pursue Calling in Los Angeles, with Michelle Lemay, EP14
Who decides to move from paradise? My guest on the show today, Michelle Lemay. Michelle is a tour guide who has travelled the world, but for 13 years, she called one place home, the island of Kauai. In 2019, Michelle had an impulse to leave Hawaii, and so began her journey back to the mainland. Change can not only be a job or career, but it can also be where you live. For anyone who’s ever thought of selling the house and following a dream in a new place, I think you’ll appreciate Michel...
2020-08-04
51 min
Your Turn To Fly
How To Meditate 1,000 Days Straight and the Benefits of Meditation, with Thor Challgren, EP13
In this episode, I share how to meditate for 1,000 days straight — or at least how I accomplished that milestone.I share my own insights on the benefits of meditation in these challenging times, and also the different types of meditation practices I’ve used in the nearly three years I’ve been meditating.In this episode, you’ll discover details including:Exactly how I accomplished this streak of 1,000 daysWhat I considered a “meditation day”The different forms of meditation practice I usedA simple way to add meditation to your day in just five minutesPractition...
2020-07-31
18 min
Your Turn To Fly
A Buddhist Movie Producer Offers Insights on Thriving During Change, with Mark Wolfe, EP12
Movie producer Mark Wolfe shares his perspective on how to navigate change within the entertainment industry. We talk about the origins of his career in the home video industry, his rise to being a producer on movies like “Terminator 3” with Arnold Schwarzenegger and “K-19 The Widowmaker” with Harrison Ford, and the fulfilling path he forged in producing movies from his own vision. We talk about Mark’s role in helping shepherd the Reading Rainbow brand into the digital age and to a new generation of readers. I love Mark’s thoughtfulness on how to cope with...
2020-07-28
55 min
Your Turn To Fly
10 Surprising Facts About Napoleon Hill, Author of "Think and Grow Rich," with Thor Challgren, EP11
In this episode, I share ten surprising facts about Napoleon Hill and his classic success book, “Think and Grow Rich.”I’ve read the book many times, and I thought I knew the author’s personal story. But after reading a biography of Hill (below), I discovered so much more about Hill’s own personal challenges during a rags-to-riches-back-to-rags-and-back-to-riches journey.In this episode, you’ll discover fascinating details including:The decision made in 30 seconds that changed Napoleon Hill’s lifeThe bestselling book Hill wrote before “Think and Grow Rich”Napoleon Hill’s “boom and bust” historyHill as t...
2020-07-24
19 min
Your Turn To Fly
A Screenwriter's Persistence Leads to the Academy Awards, with Meg LeFauve EP10
Meg LeFauve is a screenwriter with credits including Marvel Studio’s “Captain Marvel” and Pixar’s “Inside Out,” for which she received an Academy Award Nomination. Meg left a successful career as a movie producer working with Jodie Foster, in order to pursue her passion as a screenwriter. She faced years of challenge and doubt, but ultimately the risk she took paid off. The career insights Meg shares are invaluable for anyone pursuing a creative dream.More On Meg LeFauveThe Screenwriting Life Podcast with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKennaMore On Thor
2020-07-21
1h 02
Your Turn To Fly
The Toughest Speech I've Ever Had To Give And How I Did It, with Thor Challgren, EP 9
Giving my mother's eulogy is one of the most difficult things I've ever had to do, and I don't think I could have done it without my experience in Toastmasters. In this episode, I'll share three reasons why now may be a good time to consider how Toastmasters can help you in work and life.I discuss many of the common misconceptions about Toastmasters like it's only for people who want to be public speakers (not true at all!) And many Toastmasters meetings now take place on Zoom, so attending a meeting as a guest is easier...
2020-07-17
17 min
Your Turn To Fly
How To Build Your Personal Brand with Grace, Ease and Joy; with Tiffany Carter, EP 8
In this episode, business coach Tiffany Carter reveals how you can build a personal brand around who you are, and what value you bring to the world.Tiffany is a former TV newscaster, multi-millionaire entrepreneur, moneymaking expert, and host of the top podcast, ProjectME with Tiffany Carter.Whether you work for a company, or you have a dream to start your own business, you’ll find tremendous value from Tiffany’s insights on how to thrive during change and uncertainty.Tiffany is someone is walks the walk, and she’s one of my favori...
2020-07-14
1h 08
Your Turn To Fly
What's In Your Success Bank? Develop Winning Stories About Yourself, with Thor Challgren, EP 7
What are your biggest successes in life and work, and what do they prove about you? If we met right now and I said, "Tell me in one sentence why I should hire you/work with you/or invest in you," what would you say?In this episode, I talk about developing a "Success Bank" of stories you'll create from your own life. I'll walk you though the process of how to do this, and give you an example from my own life. I'll also recap an example shared in my recent interview with John Livesay.
2020-07-10
14 min
Your Turn To Fly
From Laid Off to TEDx and Sales Keynote Speaker; Selling by Storytelling, with John Livesay, EP 6
John Livesay is the author of Better Sales Through Storytelling. His TEDx talk, “Be The Lifeguard of Your Own Life,” has over 1 million views. In our conversation, John reveals how he transitioned from a successful career in media sales to becoming a sales keynote speaker known as The Pitch Whisperer. John shares strategies on how to create a successful elevator pitch, and how you can transform your personal history into compelling stories that will make you stand out from the competition. We also talk about the mindset that will help anyone survive during change and uncertainty. ...
2020-07-07
47 min
Your Turn To Fly
My 3-Step Process to Succeed in Changing Times, Solo Show with Thor Challgren, EP 5
In this episode, I share my 3-step process for succeeding in changing times. The process has one foundation principle: responsibility. You must take responsibility for what happens to you, no matter what (even when it's not your fault). Look, we're in unprecedented times. Businesses are changing. Industries are changing. The extent to which you recognize change, then take responsibility for what you can do -- that will effect your success and your ability to thrive. Rather than see yourself as a victim, or look to blame someone else, ask yourself "What can I do about this?"
2020-07-03
16 min
Your Turn To Fly
Left Corporate Sales Career to Build Business With Spouse, with Brett Thomas EP 4
Brett Thomas left a 25 year career sales career to move his family across the country and work together with his spouse Brooke Thomas to build a successful mastermind and coaching business. In this episode, we talk about the challenges of leaving corporate security behind and the insights and strategies they’ve discovered in working together as a couple, while still maintaining important time for each other and their family.Brett also helps men transition from the golden handcuffs of corporate life to the freedom of unlimited income and entrepreneurship. His approach centers on performance based lifestyle habits, bu...
2020-06-30
52 min
Your Turn To Fly
Empty-Nester Parent Overcomes Challenges to Become Top 1% Real Estate Agent, with Suzi Liu EP 3
Suzi Liu is a Southern California mom who, after becoming an empty nester parent, turned her passion for property investments into a real estate career that led her to become a top 1% in-the-nation agent with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. In this interview, we talk about the challenges Suzi faced in the early part of her career, the doubts she had to overcome, and the positive mindset and strong work ethic that led to her success. Raised in the Midwest, Suzi is an alumni of University of California, Santa Barbara. She worked in sales and marketing for 15 years. During t...
2020-06-23
55 min
Your Turn To Fly
From Ivy League to Pro Hockey to NASCAR pit crew, with Shaun Peet EP 2
Shaun Peet has a unique resume that’s a testament to his ability to thrive during change. He grew up playing hockey on Vancouver Island, Canada. He earned an Ivy League scholarship playing for Dartmouth College. He then played eight seasons in minor league hockey. He went on to become a NASCAR pit crew jackman and he’s now the pit crew coach for Chip Ganassi Racing Team. He’s also the co-founder of DECK Leadership. Shaun has faced plenty of challenges in his career, but you’ll be able to hear in our interview the positive mindset that helps hi...
2020-06-23
1h 11
Your Turn To Fly
Exiting Career After 25 Years and Living Internationally, with Rob Murgatroyd EP 1
In this episode, I talk with Rob Murgatroyd about how he left his medical practice after 25 years, lived internationally four months, then relocated to his dream home in California.Rob Murgatroyd is a former doctor turned lifestyle entrepreneur. On his top-rated Work Hard Play Hard podcast, he interviews fascinating people on the science of achievement and the art of fulfillment. He also creates experiences around the globe for 6 & 7 figure entrepreneurs that get them out of their day to day and 10X their businesses. He lives in Hermosa Beach, CA with his wife, daughter, and surfboard.
2020-06-12
55 min