592 | Getting To The "Why" Of Addiction with Joe Tlustos
Own Your Choices Own Your Life
Release Date: 08/17/2023
Own Your Choices Own Your Life
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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...
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On this Valentine's Day episode, which emphasizes love and connection, I share a personal journey of self-discovery and the importance of leading with love. This episode is inspired by my late mother-in-law, who played a significant role in my life for nearly 40 years. Her recent passing has prompted me to reflect on the themes of vulnerability and the necessity of dropping our emotional armour. I share the concept of vulnerability, discussing how many of us have been conditioned to be strong and stoic, often at the expense of our emotional well-being. I recount my struggles with this armour,...
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In this episode, I am connecting with Habits & High-performance coach, Certified Life Coach and serial entrepreneur Alessia Citro, who brings a unique blend of corporate experience and personal transformation to the self-improvement realm with her upcoming book, Higher Self Habits: The Scientific, Strategic and Spiritual Framework to Get Our of Your Own Way… For Good. Her journey from achieving corporate success at Salesforce and facing transformative challenges at Google to entrepreneurship and self-actualization embodies the principles she teaches. Alessia demonstrates the...
info_outlineIn this episode we are speaking with Peer Coach, Joe Tlustos. Joe suffered from multiple addictions (including opioids, alcohol and others) for more than 20 years, mainly due to undiagnosed mental health conditions including Bipolar Disorder II, severe depression, anxiety and adult ADHD. Joe voluntarily entered inpatient treatment in November of 2008 and has been in recovery ever since. Prior to getting well, he spent more than 35 years in the broadcast media industry as an Emmy-award winning program director, on-air talent and talent coach. Joe started as a peer coach in 2017. In that time, he has helped hundreds of people from all walks of life find lasting wellness from addiction. He’s learned a number of important lessons along the way and continues to share them with his members. He’s experienced as a coach and a peer in that place where highly creative talent, mental health and addiction intersect.
In this episode we discuss:
1) The importance of going slow to go fast, sometimes we are being asked to slow down, to tap in, to feed ourselves, take care of ourselves first, and none of it is a sign of weakness.
2) We have a current epidemic of loneliness, feeling as though we are lacking connection, not belonging or fitting in, and we’re not as powerless as we think we are.
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Marsha Vanwynsberghe — Author, Speaker and Life Coach
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 far past the level of normal experimentation.
Through her programs, coaching and live events for women, Marsha is on a mission to teach you how to “Own Your Choices” in your own life. She teaches women how to own their stories, lead themselves and pay it forward to others by creating businesses that serve, support and impact others