004:Making the Radical Choice for Change w Janette Freeman
The IncreaseLife w Jackson Gage
Release Date: 08/31/2016
The IncreaseLife w Jackson Gage
A charismatic visionary and transformational teacher, Kute Blackson offers a fresh, bold look at spiritual awareness for a whole new generation. Born in Ghana, West Africa, Kute’s multicultural upbringing as the child of a Japanese mother and a Ghanaian father has spanned four different continents. His unique lineage lay the foundation for his approach to breaking down barriers and unlocking an individual’s true gifts and greatness.
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I first came across Crystal Blue in an article that she had written for the elephant journal entitled '11 Way Growing Up Abroad has ruined my daughters Life'. The article entered into my life with perfect synchronicity because at the time I was about 4 months out from selling everything that I owned and moving to Kauai with my wife and two daughters, 7 and 10 at the time. My daughters had spent the first portion of their life in the same town in California, surrounded by the comfort of family and friends so taking them away from everything they knew was a scary thing to do....
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Like many of my guests, I met Big Will on Facebook. I was immediately drawn to the authentic energy and positive vibe that Will displayed on a daily basis. Will Robertson represents everything that the IncreaseLife stands for, authenticity, fearlessness and freedom. It was an honor speaking with Big Will, his story will definitely inspire you to be true to and believe in yourself and to never be afraid to go after your vision. Will Robertson was born in New Orleans and grew up in Los Angelas, CA. Will started playing sports to overcome a nagging struggle with obesity. Transitioning from...
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I first came across Ed Herzog through a powerful article that he had written for the world renown media publication, The Elephant Journal. The article was entitled, '5 Steps: How to Really Make our Life our Own. I strongly resonated with this article andI immediately connected with Ed through social media. Although he resides in Bogata, Columbia and I on the island of Kauai, HI, we were able to connect on a deep level because we share the same mission, freeing people from the chains of want and misery. Ed Herzog is a life and career coach whose mission is to help men create lives of passion,...
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William Dennis is a 31 year old retired police officer. He retired at a young age due to injuries sustained on the job. He admits that at one point, he based his identity on being a police officer and when he got injured he did not know what to do with his life, being a Police Officer defined who he was. By pushing himself through growth and shifting his paradigms, he began to realize that being injured and having to leave a career he was passionate about was not a curse as he had initially perceived it, but a huge blessing. William is dedicated to educating and coaching others on the...
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I first met Michael J Allen at the Oneness Center in Fresno CA a few years back. He was new to the community and he had an energy about him that I had not encountered in my life up until that point. He was calm and happy and it seemed as though positive energy was emanating from his being. I was moved by his presence. Michael began speaking at the Oneness center and I was thoroughly impressed, he was powerfully inspiring and he held the attention and emotion of the crowd very well, all while giving impromptu speeches that seemed to flow from him effortlessly. I later learned that Michael began...
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I recently came across the story of brazilian jiujitsu world champion Josh Macin and I was immediately and powerfully moved. There are a lot of people out there who can absorb the wisdom of this story and transform there lives for the better. This is a powerful story of beating depression and finding contentment. I will let Josh share it with you... My name is Josh Macin – and I am here to share an important medicine with the world. Long story short, I spent the past three years in a desperate battle for my survival. I traveled all around the world, spent easily over $100,000, and spent...
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IncreaseLife is a personal development brand created for the awakened human, the self educated radical, the heretic entrepreneur. The success driven rebel who is consistently and consciously creating their own reality. The freedom seeker who realizes that true happiness can only be found through personal growth and authentic living…. We are a vessel of conscious knowledge and inspiration for those seeking to become the greatest version of themselves through optimization of the mind, body and spirit. It doesn’t matter what race or religion...
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Jake’s compelling message has been engaging some of the biggest organization’s on Earth to support his mission. The number one publisher in the world (Penguin/Random-House) published 2 of his books(Profit from Happiness and Purpose Principles), TEDx Youth Talks featured Jake on their stage, the Van’s Warped Tour made Jake Ducey their first ever inspirational speaker for their entire 42-city 2015 summer tour in front of 500,000 Millennials and their parents. “High School Nation” sent Jake on a 30 high school inspirational speaking tour, the number one talent...
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For the past eighteen years, Dr. Rev. Janette Freeman has been inspiring, teaching and loving people through their journey of living from their highest selves in purpose, joy and passion. She is the author of “Why Did This Happen to Me Again? Your Keys to Lasting Transformation,” and “The Second Envelope,” which chronicles her international solo travel and a path of personal discovery,” and, co-author with Dr. Wayne Dyer and Terry Cole Whittaker in “Wake Up and Live the Life You Love - In Spirit”. She holds a Bachelor and Master’s Degree in Religious Studies and a Doctorate of...
info_outlineFor the past eighteen years, Dr. Rev. Janette Freeman has been inspiring, teaching and loving people through their journey of living from their highest selves in purpose, joy and passion. She is the author of “Why Did This Happen to Me Again? Your Keys to Lasting Transformation,” and “The Second Envelope,” which chronicles her international solo travel and a path of personal discovery,” and, co-author with Dr. Wayne Dyer and Terry Cole Whittaker in “Wake Up and Live the Life You Love - In Spirit”. She holds a Bachelor and Master’s Degree in Religious Studies and a Doctorate of Consciousness Studies from the Emerson Theological Institute. She has founded two and served three spiritual communities as their spiritual leader. Dr. Janette is a dynamic, motivating, and inspiring speaker/teacher who infuses her talks with anecdotes, humor, and thoughtful universal messages. She’s filled with contagious energy, is entertaining and energetic, and speaks eloquently from the heart. Her message takes many different forms and ‘stories’, but is always centered around personal and/or spiritual growth, living your authentic life, experiencing greater success and happiness, moving through transitions, and shifting into a more conscious life.
Show Notes:
8:14 Rev. Janette tells the story of her experience with the plant medicine Ayahuasca in Quito, Ecuador
12:25 Janette explains what led her to travel to Ecuador to have an ayahuasca experience.
15:30 Janette describes her mindset behind selling all of her material possessions and traveling he world
19:25 Janette talks about how she coped with the constant fear that she experienced on her journey
23:57 Janette explains how to accept and let go of the unknown
27:06 Janette talks about the importance of a meditation routine in your life
33:52 Janette discusses the importance of authenticity on the spiritual journey of life
Increase Value Session
37:22 How do you stay motivated?
Constantly study and share what she's interested in
40:11 Do you have morning or daily ritual?
morning ritual in this order: meditation, coffee, 1 hour reading or journaling, exercise
39:02 What is the best advice that you’ve ever recieved?
"It doesn't matter how much you know, it only matters how much you care"
40:56 If you could go back in time and speak to your 18 year old self, what advice would you give yourself to avoid the pitfalls you have faced?
Trust Yourself
42:29 What is your definition of success?
To me success is peace and happiness and serving others in a way that's authentic and real
42:56 Do you have any parting advice for the Increase nation? Those seeking to escape mediocrity become the greatest version of themselves?
You will be safe, it's an illusion to think that you won't be taken care of.