Hey! So, when Paul and I started our conversation for the last episode, I went on a bit of a tear about "Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance," which I cut from the final episode. I thought I'd release it as a bonus episode in case anyone actually c

"Decision-making" (Paul Pietrocarlo, Round 3) - Ep. 59

Dec 20th, 2019 1h 22m

For our third and final conversation in this series, Paul and I chat about decision making:- What if I have too many choices?- What if I'm wrong?- How can I have fun when I'm so overwhelmed?---Hi, my name is Ryan, and I'm a life coach. T

"Overcoming Anxiety" (Nick Sanchez, Part 3) - Ep. 58

Dec 12th, 2019 27m 4s

Nick and I wrap-up our conversation about Existential Humanism, focusing on addressing anxiety.Highlights- fear of death as fuel for resilience vs hopelessness- techniques for being here and now- the power of choosing discomfortLinks for

"Anxiety in Existential Humanism" (Nick Sanchez, Part 2) - Ep. 57

Dec 3rd, 2019 29m 49s

Nick and I continue our conversation about Existential Humanism, focusing on the Four Primary Concerns:- freedom/responsibility- death- isolation- meaninglessnessLinks for Nickwebsite: https://www.siliconvalleytcs.comInstagram: https:/

"Intro to Existential Humanism" (Nick Sanchez, Part 1) - Ep. 56

Nov 26th, 2019 26m 59s

In this series, I have the great pleasure of talking with Nick Sanchez, LMFT. We dive deep fairly quickly in Part 1:- how existentialism is like music- the Four Primary Concerns/Anxieties- how humanism balances potential existential crises

"The Traps We Fall Into" (Paul Pietrocarlo - Round 2!) - Ep. 55

Nov 15th, 2019 1h 24m

Aaaaaand, he's back! Paul Pietrocarlo and I go for Round 2, expanding on our previous conversation about transitions to discuss the traps we all fall into while attempting change.Highlights:- leveraging strengths and positivity- the fears o

"Connection! Freedom!" (Lumina Infinite, Part 3) - Ep. 54

Oct 29th, 2019 29m 30s

I wrap-up my conversation with Lumina Gershfield Cordova (aka Lumina Infinite).Highlights:- the freedom of tech-free family connection- the value of being present in discomfort- failing and having consequences are critical for child develo

"Perfectionism, begone!" (Lumina Infinite, Part 2) - Ep. 53

Oct 10th, 2019 34m 17s

I continue my conversation with Lumina Gershfield Cordova (aka Lumina Infinite), highlighting how powerful "good enough" can be and how ineffective perfectionism is.Highlights:- conscious decisions are required to overcome self-judgment- lo

"Being Available" (Lumina Infinite, Part 1) - Ep. 52

Oct 2nd, 2019 22m 38s

For this series of episodes, I have Lumina Gershfield Cordova (aka Lumina Infinite) - kundalini yogini, teacher, parent, entrepreneur. We have a far reaching conversation about family mindfulness, starting with a conversation about how yoga and

"Quantum Development" (Paul Pietrocarlo, Part 1.3) - Ep. 51

Sep 18th, 2019 30m 15s

Before I start the show, I want to say, "Hi, Jeff! Thanks for listening to the show!"My conversation with Paul about transitions concludes with some thoughts about blindspots and limitations.Highlights:- observing yourself and the world in

"Threshold Experiences" (Paul Pietrocarlo, Part 1.2) - Ep. 50

Sep 10th, 2019 44m 41s

This atypical series of episodes continues, with Paul and I chatting about the nature of transitions.Highlights:- defining transition- liminal experiences- delineating levels of consciousness/energy---Hi, my name is Ryan, and I'm a life

"Dealing with Blips" (Paul Pietrocarlo, Part 1.1) - Ep. 49

Sep 3rd, 2019 26m 40s

Wow, what an interview. In this atypical series of episodes, I chat with my friend Paul Pietrocarlo, a coach and entrepreneur (even if he doesn't like the title), about handling transitions in life. Our conversation veers across multiple topics

"The relationship between consciousness and time" (Brighid Murphy, Part 3) - Ep. 48

Aug 1st, 2019 36m 51s

Brighid and I wrap-up our conversation about demystifying shamanism with a deep dive into the waters of consciousness and time.Highlights:- one shamanic way of looking at time- accessing alternate perspectives- my mind getting blown about

"Recognizing our Domestication" (Brighid Murphy, Part 2) - Ep. 47

Jul 24th, 2019 22m 26s

As Brighid and I continue our conversation about demystifying shamanism, we discuss what is known in the Toltec practice as the "domestication of the planet."Highlights:- the role of the ego- the role of socialization- the core motivation

"defining 'Shamanism'" (Brighid Murphy, Part 1) - Ep. 46

Jul 16th, 2019 35m 46s

In this series of episodes, I have the pleasure of talking with the incomparable Brighid Murphy. Aside from having the most Irish name of anyone I know, she is also a shamanic practitioner, Reiki master, and domestic violence counselor. In each

"Your Roadmap to Personal Success" (Dina Cataldo, Part 3) - Ep. 45

Jul 9th, 2019 27m 6s

In this wrap-up episode, Dina and I discuss how to design your life for personal success.Highlights:- how changing your mornings can change your life- how accepting your limits frees you up to do more- how self-care fuels positive change-

"Building Awareness" (Dina Cataldo, Part 2) - Ep. 44

Jul 2nd, 2019 38m 38s

In this episode, Dina and I discuss tools to help you build self-awareness.Highlights:- how consistency removes resistance- difficulty doesn't mean something is wrong- how failure is awesome- the power of journaling, coaching, and meditat

"Hitting the Wall" (Dina Cataldo, Part 1) - Ep. 43

Jun 25th, 2019 26m 4s

I am so excited to have Dina Cataldo on the podcast to talk about how to design your life. She has one of the most insane schedules, so getting an interview with her is a treat. We open this series of episodes talking about how hitting a wall c

"Self-worth" (Danielle Napolio Cox, Part 3) - Ep. 42

Jun 19th, 2019 37m 49s

In this wrap-up episode, Danielle and I chat about self-worth.Highlights:- we all seek love, acceptance, and approval- boundaries improve self-worth- solid self-worth is the foundation of positive relationshipsLinks for DanielleWebsite:

"Emotions 101" (Danielle Napolio Cox, Part 2) - Ep. 41

Jun 11th, 2019 19m 6s

In this episode, Danielle and I chat about how awareness is fundamental to self-development.Highlights:- emotional awareness is the key to everything- habits show us the emotions we are burying- you can manage your emotions without suppres

"Manifesting Your Emotions" (Danielle Napolio Cox, Part 1) - Ep. 40

Jun 4th, 2019 29m 57s

In episode 1 of 3 with Danielle Napolio Cox, we start off our conversation about how emotions manifest in our lives.Highlights:- whoever controls your emotions controls your life- manifest how you feel, not how you think- learning to manag

"The New Paradigm" (Rachele Royale, Finale) - Ep. 39

May 21st, 2019 27m 40s

I wrap up my conversation with Rachele Royale, chatting about making it as an entrepreneurial artist.Highlights:- filling yourself up- being aware of leeches / abusers / true friends- thought-work for success- the value of "power with" an

"Being Seen" (Rachele Royale, Part 4) - Ep. 38

May 14th, 2019 25m 7s

I continue my conversation with Rachele Royale about making her way through the challenges of entrepreneurship in the music industry.Highlights:- finding the strength to keep creating- the new paradigm of self-made artists & creatives- the

"Community in Adversity" (Rachele Royale, Part 3) - Ep. 37

May 8th, 2019 25m 56s

I continue my conversation with Rachele Royale about how to improve your mental health while dealing with adversity.Highlights:- the value and importance of services like therapy and coaching- the role of self-talk in mental health- the cr

"Who am I? Am I enough?" (Rachele Royale, Part 2) - Ep. 36

May 1st, 2019 35m 38s

I continue my conversation with Rachele Royale about working in the entertainment industry and how it affects her life.Highlights:- Rachele's experience with approval seeking- learning to live in your truth- branding and entrepreneurship