538 | Education and Support for Youth Substance Abuse with Chris Bungay
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Release Date: 04/20/2023
827 | Rewiring Your Patterns for Ease
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In this episode, I share the concept of "anchors," a powerful technique from Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). Have you ever tried to push through resistance only to feel disconnected and unnatural? This struggle often stems from limiting beliefs and ingrained strategies that dictate our actions. Just like baking a cake requires a specific order of operations, so does our approach to personal growth. Anchoring allows us to evoke and harness positive emotions—such as confidence, gratitude, and joy—by consciously recalling specific experiences. However, we often anchor negative emotions...
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826 | Celebrating the Women Who Paved the Way
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In this episode, I take a moment to reflect on the significance of International Women's Day, which is just around the corner. I share my personal journey of understanding and embracing this day, a realization that only came to me about a decade ago. The history of International Women's Day is rich and profound, and I emphasize the importance of women supporting one another—a theme that resonates deeply with me. Together, we rise, and together, we can create a powerful community of support and empowerment. Happy International Women's Day to all the incredible women out there! Thank you for...
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825 | Embrace Your Human Experience to Manifest Abundance with Kathleen Cameron
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I speak with The World’s Top Manifestation Mentor, Kathleen Cameron, in this episode. Kathleen is the world’s top manifestation mentor. Her company, Diamond Academy, has skyrocketed to international acclaim, generating over $30M in under four years. She has helped thousands of people transform their lives with her innovative approach to “The Art of Expansion.” Using her techniques for raising self-awareness, expanding consciousness, and embodying faith, over 100,000 people have manifested more love, health, money, success, and undeniable impact. Kathleen is the author of two...
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824 | The Identity Shifts You Walk Through
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In this episode, I share the concept of identity and its critical role in facilitating lasting change, particularly through the lens of neurolinguistic programming (NLP). I share insights from my experiences with clients in various coaching settings, emphasizing that true transformation occurs at the identity level. I talk about the destruction before creation, explaining that letting go of old patterns, relationships, and beliefs is essential for making space for new growth. I encourage listeners to reframe their perspectives on loss, viewing it as a sign of alignment rather than...
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823 | Leading from the Heart with Boundaries
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In this episode, I am sharing the concept of being a heart-led leader while maintaining essential boundaries. Drawing from my personal experiences, including my journey as a leader in the Heartwired Leaders mastermind and the profound lessons learned from recent personal challenges, I explore the delicate balance between vulnerability and self-protection. HIGHLIGHTS 00:00:00 - Introduction to Heart-Led Leadership and Boundaries 00:01:00 - The Importance of Boundaries in Leadership 00:02:00 - Personal Reflections on Loss and Gratitude 00:03:00 - The Power of Sharing and Holding Space 00:04:00 -...
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822 | What it Takes to Be A Sober Gangster with Kate Vitela
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In this episode, I speak with Kate Vitela, a board-certified nurse coach and certified addiction RN with over two decades of nursing experience. Kate has been sober since 2018. She has empowered women in recovery with humour, science, and spiritual growth. Her podcast, "You Been Selected," inspires transformation through real talk and actionable tools for sobriety and personal development. Throughout our conversation, we explored the misconceptions surrounding addiction, particularly the stigma that often accompanies it. Kate emphasized the importance of understanding addiction as a...
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821 | It's Not About Whether Anyone Else Believes in You
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In this episode, I am sharing the myth that you need someone to believe in order to have success in yourself. I challenge the notion that we need this external belief to move forward in our lives and businesses. Instead, I emphasize the importance of cultivating our own belief in ourselves, as this internal conviction is what truly drives change and success. Throughout the episode, I introduce the idea that our calling is uniquely ours—it's not a conference call where everyone else is expected to cheer us on. I encourage listeners to consider what it would feel like to believe in themselves...
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820 | Where Do You Find Your Expanders?
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In this episode, I dive deep into one of the most transformative elements of my business journey: the power of in-person connections. I have witnessed firsthand how being in a room with like-minded individuals can expand my network, mindset, and business potential. Throughout the episode, I emphasize the concept of "expanders"—individuals who stretch our vision of what is possible. I encourage listeners to seek out these expanders in virtual or in-person settings, as they can provide invaluable insights and inspiration. I discuss how entering the right rooms can change your energy, boost...
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819 | The Power of Presence to Navigate High-Stakes Situations with Brian Hite
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In this episode, I speak with Brian Hite. Brian is a modern-day Renaissance man, blending high-octane stunt work with sport/performance psychology and education. With over 100 film and TV credits, including a Screen Actors Guild award for "24," and more than a decade training U.S. Army soldiers, Brian brings a wealth of experience to his work. Holding a Master's in Sport Psychology, a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, and several coaching certifications, he is an expert in human performance. Brian’s engaging keynotes challenge conventional thinking and inspire bold, innovative solutions....
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818 | Raising the Floor Before Raising the Bar
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In this episode, I recount my experience speaking at the Manifest Her event, where I participated in a wealth panel. This opportunity sparked a significant realization about the disconnect between our lofty goals and our self-belief. I emphasize the necessity of raising our "floor"—the foundation of our self-worth and belief in our capabilities—before we can effectively reach higher goals. I discuss how failing to address this gap can lead to a cycle of self-sabotage, where unmet goals diminish our self-esteem even further. I encourage listeners to define their success and assess whether...
info_outlineIn this episode we are speaking with Executive Director of Sober Kids BC, Chris Bungay. Chris was a lawyer for 20 years, through the first half of his career (and first half of his life since age 12. Chris had a substance use disorder, mainly relating to alcohol use. He comes from a community and to some extent a family with a history of addiction. He sold his law practice 3 years ago and wanted to give back to the community, so with the help of his wife, they started a charity known as Sober Kids BC. This is a non-profit dedicated to educating families about youth substance abuse, and providing tools, speakers and courses to help parents who want to prevent their teens from using alcohol and drugs, but also to assist parents who have teens who are experiencing problems with using alcohol/drugs.
In this episode we discuss:
1) Teen cannabis use in Canada and sharing some very relevant stats about addiction, teen substance abuse and how we can support families trapped in this cycle.
2) Sober Kids Canada is offering lots of educational resources through their website including a night where Marsha will be guest speaking on May 11th at 9 pm EST. You can register for the event at https://www.soberkids.ca
Connect with Chris
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.soberkids.ca
Marsha Vanwynsberghe — Storytelling NLP Trainer, Speaker, Publisher & Author, 2xs Podcaster
Marsha is the 6-time Bestselling Author of “When She Stopped Asking Why”. She shares her lessons as a parent who dealt with teen substance abuse that tore her family unit apart. Marsha has been published 7xs, most recently with her co-platform, Every Body Holds A Story, and she is on a mission to continue to help women and men to speak, share and publish their stories.
Through her tools, OUTSPOKEN NLP certification, programs, coaching, and podcast, Marsha teaches the power of Radical Responsibility and Owning Your Choices in your own life. She empowers people how to heal and own their stories, be conscious leaders and build platform businesses that create massive impact.