Back2Basics: Reconnecting to the essence of YOU

DOWNLOAD "BREAKING MY ALLEGIANCE" by Bernard Borghei on your favorite APP or go to:   ‎Breaking My Allegiance - Single - Album by Bernard Borghei - Apple Music Learn more about Bernard at: Bernard Borghei | LinkedIn Episode Highlights  From Tehran to Philadelphia: A Teenager’s Escape from Revolution At just 12 years old, Bernard witnessed the Iranian Revolution up close. His family lost everything—their home, savings, and even his Star Wars toys were confiscated. By 13, he was fleeing across Europe, eventually finding asylum in the U.S. thanks to policy changes under the Reagan administration. The Immigrant’s Fire: Why Hunger Beats Talent Bernard shares how working in pizza shops to pay for college while never attending a single basketball game or spring break fueled his relentless drive. His biggest fear? That his own children would have to experience the same survival mode he did. A Forgotten Iran: When Faith United, Not Divided Before the revolution, Iran was a secular, democratic society where Christians, Muslims, and Jewish Persians celebrated each other’s holidays. Bernard recalls watching the Israeli national soccer team play in Tehran—proof that the region once thrived on coexistence. The Music That Saved Him (And the Record Exec Who Said No) Music was therapy for Bernard. He taught himself guitar on a left-handed Fender, wrote 22 songs, and almost got signed by Polygram—until an A&R guy told him, “I can’t sell this face to the MTV generation.” Instead of giving up, he kept playing on weekends for decades. Breaking My Allegiance: A Song Against Weaponized Faith Bernard’s first official single, releasing this Friday, is a rock anthem born from his experience with the Iranian regime. It’s not against faith—it’s against using religion to justify oppression. The song’s message: *“If that’s what your religion is, I’m breaking my allegiance.”* The Immigrant’s Oath: Integrate, Follow Rules, Be Grateful Bernard offers a powerful perspective on immigration: he never hid his roots, but he worked tirelessly to learn English, pay taxes, and contribute. His advice to new immigrants? “If you want to chase a better life, respect what this country has to offer.” Show Notes 2:35 🇮🇷 Bernard’s childhood in Tehran – close to the Shah’s family  5:21 🗽 Ronald Reagan’s policy change allowed Iranian refugees like Bernard into the U.S. 7:44 🍕 Working in pizza shops and restaurants to pay for college 10:39 🇺🇸 “This is still the greatest country on Earth” 12:35 ✡️✝️☪️ Remembering a secular Iran where all faiths coexisted 14:31 ⚽ Iran was the only Middle Eastern country that would play soccer against Israel|  18:20 🧠 Defining ingredients of success: hunger, fire, and learning from mentors 23:40 🎸 Music as therapy – unwinding from the harsh realities of life 25:58 🎸🎸 Bernard is left-handed – finding a left-handed guitar was nearly impossible 26:58 💰 His dad bought him his first Fender; Bernard paid for $20/hr lessons himself  30:20 🎤 Polygram A&R guy loved his voice  32:25 🎸 Bernard never stopped playing – weekends recording for decades 34:48 🛐 His song stands up to the weaponization of faith 37:36 🗳️ Democracy is fragile – vote, stay involved, don’t be complacent  40:08 🧳 Bernard’s advice to immigrants: integrate, learn the language, follow the rules 44:37 ❤️ What keeps him centered? Family. He prays only for health and togetherness.   Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Scott at : https://www.instagram.com/baseballsunlikely/ Show Notes ⚾ [03:14] First game in 1973: Angels vs. Dodgers with Aunt Elva 🎸 [03:56] Discovering KISS's Destroyer: "If they can do this, why can't I?" 🏢 [05:38] Almost signed to Geffen Records: "Timing is everything" 🎬 [06:35] Reinventing himself as an online editor after the band dissolved 📺 [07:45] Coloring *Naked and Afraid* for nearly 40 years ✍️ [09:56] The 40-year passion project: Collecting baseball clippings since the early 90s 👨‍💼 [16:10] The persistent friend Rusty: "How's your book coming?"  🚿 [20:36] Best story titles come from the shower 🤖 [22:00] AI hallucinations: Baseball history is too complicated for AI to get right 📚 [25:08] Book structure: No chapters, organized like a baseball game 🎬 [27:50] Favorite baseball movies 🎬 [30:11] Meeting Mike Myers and Farrah Fawcett in Hollywood 📈 [32:23] About 50 new stories per year—keeping the series alive Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Howard at:  https://howardlanger.com/ Show notes:  Show Notes    ⚖️ [02:22] Reading biographies of famous lawyers as a child 💼 [05:42] Feeling "utterly astonished" and comfortable in the courtroom ⚖️ [07:24] Ronald Dworkin on the contingent fee: "Feel good and make money" 📖 [10:05] The failed attempts before finding the story ❓ [11:08] Writing without knowing: Discovering the rabbi's journey day by day 🎭 [12:44] Fiddler on the Roof's romanticized view vs. harsh reality 💬 [17:05] Reader feedback: A woman broke down crying reading the book 🛑 [19:21] "I can't give prayers of praise to God—He's broken trust with me" 🚗 [26:10] The accident at 63: Coma for weeks, both legs badly broken 🎶 [29:41] What makes Howard tick: Playing banjo (took it up late in life) Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn More about Peter at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petertmclaughlin/ and his work at : https://blueskyhypnosis.com Follow him on Social Media: Twitter: https://x.com/PetMcLaughlin IG: https://www.instagram.com/thepetermclaughlin/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@BlueSkyHypnosis Show Notes    👴 [02:02] Young Peter and his visionary grandfather 🦓 [03:57] The danger of standing out 🎭 [06:57] The Truman Show & Plato's Cave: Horrifying and exciting at the same time 👨‍👧 [09:17] Parenthood as the true rite of passage 🚒 [11:35] Volunteer firefighting: 75% of US firefighters are volunteers 🕯️ [16:33] The maze training: Two spirits meeting in the dark, panic dissolving 🩸 [19:24] The diagnosis of Leukemia in 2003 🧘 [23:38] The tipping point: Small nudges building until the moment of "yes" ✨ [27:16] The Law of Correspondence: "As within, so without" 🔥 [30:22] Outsized anger as an invitation to trace back to the wound 🧠 [33:27] Triggers as firearm mechanisms: One small pressure, huge reaction 🚗 [35:35] Hijacked by fight or flight: Great for lions, terrible for relationships 💰 [38:57] Money blocks: Subconsciously pushing away what you consciously want 👨‍👧 [40:43] Past life example: Wife was his daughter in a previous lifetime 📺 [42:29] Blue Sky Hypnosis: 127k subscribers, 70M+ views 🕯️ [44:23] Wrestling with faith: Catholic, Methodist, and the fear of not being accepted ⛪ [50:10] The woman hurt by church scandals: This work brought her back 💔 [53:23] You are not broken, you are wounded: A car with a failed part isn't worthless   Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Rand at:  https://randselig.com https://www.facebook.com/randselig https://youtube.com/randselig https://linkedin.com/in/randselig Show Notes 📐 [03:42] The intentional choice: Being an excellent student 🧮 [05:30] Math tutoring: Watching students go from "I hate math" to "math is fun" 💔 [09:04] The difficult relationship with his father and healing in his 40s ❤️ [13:58] The most important relationship you'll ever have is with yourself 🌍 [17:11] Two worlds: Doing vs. Being – and why starting with Being changes everything ⚖️ [20:18] Balance vs. Integration: Why integration is more powerful than balance 🙏 [23:58] Spirituality defined: Being in awe + being humble 📖 [27:28] The appendix: 75 paragraphs on books that impacted Rand 🌎 [30:14] Thriving in the world: Service, philanthropy, and caring for Mother Earth 🧘 [34:21] Intuition + Rationality: The analytical process, then listening to intuition 💚 [37:15] Self-care: A list of physical, social, and emotional practices 🔬 [40:46] Life as a series of experiments: Some work, some don't, some need tweaking     Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Debbie at:  https://www.ysoacademy.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/other-people’s-children-llc https://www.pinterest.at/OtherPeoplesChildren/ Buy the book at: https://www.amazon.com/Protecting-Other-Peoples-Children-Strong/dp/1961293080 Show Notes  👨‍👩‍👧 [02:06] Debbie grew up in youth ministry and helping "at-risk kids" 📚 [05:16] The book journey: From foster parenting to defending youth organizations 📝 [07:21] Early warning signs: When organizations get overwhelmed 🔍 [09:37] Moving from policy-on-paper to a living part of your culture ⚠️ [12:48] Hard truths: Grooming happens, and it's hard to recognize ❤️ [14:20] The dilemma: Healthy mentoring relationships are incredibly valuable 📱 [18:57] Online safety: Predators go where the kids are 📊 [22:44] Stranger abduction is rare; online grooming is the real danger 👧 [25:39] Child-on-child abuse happens more often than adult-on-child 📋 [27:23] The worst thing: A policy you don't actually apply 💪 [28:09] Parent advice: Let your kids learn how to fail safely 🧠 [33:18] Kids usually tell the truth; adults corrupt memories with leading questions ❤️ [37:41] What makes Debbie tick: Working with passionate people on the front lines Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Rodney at: https://www.rodneyericlopez.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodney-eric-lopez/ https://www.instagram.com/rodneyericlopez/ Show Notes  🗽 [02:06] Rodney’s origin story: Born and raised in the Bronx, Puerto Rican roots 💃 [05:27] The pivot: Meeting a professional salsa dancer and discovering a missing piece 👪 [07:13] "So He Won't Understand": Spanish used as a barrier, not an invitation 📖 [08:30] Salsa as cultural fluency: A different kind of language 👨‍👧 [12:08] Becoming a parent: Finding empathy for his parents' choices 📡 [16:05] Transmitting culture and language to another generation. ⚾ [20:24] The World Baseball Classic: Italian-Americans playing for Italy, Venezuelan pride 🤝 [25:52] What dance teaches: Confidence, connection, empathy, and humanity 🕺 [29:04] The life skill: Dance as something that stays with you forever 💰 [32:47] Letting go of money shame through giving 📚 [36:50] Sparking dinner table conversations about language, culture, and belonging 🧠 [38:50] What makes Rodney tick: Learning something new every day Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Lori at: https://www.sweetlifebylori.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Sweetlifebylori/ https://www.tiktok.com/@sweetlifebylori https://www.instagram.com/sweetlifebylori/ Show Notes 👔 [01:48] Lori's origin story: Growing up with her dad in the Garment Center 🧥 [04:18] Being her father's model: Learning fit, silhouettes, and collars 🗽 [08:55] The magic of Manhattan: Street fashion, theater, and inspiration 🎨 [10:03] The Donna Karan internship: Witnessing a master at work 💄 [13:36] Transition to beauty industry and medical-grade skincare 💔 [16:27] The wake-up call: Life is short, do not wait to chase your dreams. 🍫 [18:06] Chocolate as a way to make life sweeter 🎁 [20:42] A homemade gift sparks a business 🤲 [23:17] Acts of kindness that cost nothing 🎨 [25:10] The pivot to resin art: Creating everlasting beauty instead of edible art 📚 [27:06] YouTube as a classroom, failing often, and learning by doing 💔 [30:36] The pain of regret is worse than the pain of failure 🔄 [33:43] Start small: You don't have to quit your job to pursue your dream 🏆 [37:29] What's next: Resin art, website launch, and partnership with Code Blue Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Allison at: https://www.facebook.com/PinnacleGlobalNetwork and follow her instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/pinnacleglobalnetwork/?hl=en Show Notes  👔 [02:04] Family roots: Father's entrepreneurial journey and grandfather's clothing stores 📈 [04:09] Evolution to a full-service advertising & PR firm with clients like Ben & Jerry's 😱 [08:12[ Learning to face conflict: The lost photo slides and missing greeting cards 🔄 [10:38[ Knowing when to pivot: Following passion, not just market trends 🚧 [12:42[ The #1 blocker for scaling: Creatures of habit and letting go 👑 [14:58[ The visionary's role: Getting out of the weeds to lead 🤝 [17:10[ How Pinnacle Global Network works: 1-on-1 mentor matching and global community 📖 [19:41[ Scale or Fail: The book and the "Scale It Method" (5 pillars of scaling) 💥 [23:20[ The wake-up call: Burnout, car accident, and learning to ask for help 💪 [25:26[ Being your own cheerleader: Ignoring the naysayers and projecting fear 💑 [28:14[ Intentional partnership: Marrying another entrepreneur who understands freedom 📱 [31:48[ Match.com origin story: Finding her soulmate 21 years ago 🎪 [35:52] What makes Alison tick: 25+ years as a trapeze artist Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn More about Alex at and tonewell at: https://tonewell.co/ Follow him at: https://www.instagram.com/tone.wellco/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582953692411 https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexfredericks/ Show Notes  🗽 [01:55] Alex's origin story: Repeating third grade and learning to pay attention 🎵 [03:13] How music helped him:18 years in the music business  🧴 [05:19] Translating artist DNA into physical goods 🧠 [08:09] Dyslexia explained: Thinking in shapes, colors, and pictures 🤵 [11:30] Music industry myth-busting: The wedding band that owns his house vs. the star locked in a hotel room 💡 [15:23] Artist vs. Suit: Bono can't change his image, but Elton John dressed as Donald Duck 📈 [17:43] What is a Growth Engineer: Strategy meets science 🤔 [23:32] Knowing when to pivot: The bell rings once—answer it or miss your chance 📊 [26:38] Eliminating the "no's" until only "yes" remains 📣 [29:00] The science: Your voice broadcasts your nervous system and physiology 🎯 [32:10] Intention vs. Attention: Aligning them to create change 📱 [35:31] How ToneWell works: 30 seconds, SMS, cloud analysis, instant report 💪 [42:05] What makes Alex tick: Brazilian jiu-jitsu and the non-negotiable hour Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Maddy at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maddy-roche-25962032/ https://childfreetrust.com/   Show Notes  🧒 [02:23] Young Maddy: The worried child obsessed with money 💡 [03:18] From first employee at XYPN to coaching thousands of advisors 👥 [05:49] Dismantling myths: Why people actually don't have kids 🏠 [09:34] Chosen families, fur babies, and friend families 😮‍💨 [13:24] Burnout & the addiction to growth: Sustainability vs. Scalability 💰 [16:54] Living externally vs. internally 📉 [18:38] The child-free financial reality 💸 [21:00] What money can *actually* buy: Time, comfort, and freedom 👵 [26:53] 90-year-olds who never retired and the secret to longevity ⚖️ [28:52] Acknowledging privilege while still encouraging dreams 🏦 [32:19] Introducing Child Free Trust: Solving the end-of-life advocate crisis 🧘 [35:25] What makes Maddy tick: Vipassana, meditation, and the power of silence 🌱 [40:01] Final wisdom: Seasons of life and finding beauty in the suffering Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Show Notes  🌍 02:18 Mark's origin story: Armenian heritage, trauma, and a spiritual grandmother 🏠 04:18 The dramatic "exorcism" that changed everything 🕊️ 07:29 On religion vs. spirituality: Focusing on love, releasing rules that don't serve 🔌 08:53 The danger of outsourcing our power to others 🧠 10:30 We are ALL hardwired for intuition and spiritual experiences ❓ 12:26 The big question: How do you discern ego from spirit? 🎙️ 15:48 Leticia's story: How intuition (not logic) birthed the podcast 👥 19:39 The missing piece: Community and non-judgmental spaces 🧘 24:48 Practical first steps for the spiritually curious 🙏 27:28 A live guided practice: Calling in angels, goddesses, and guides 📵 34:18 The hidden spiritual disruptor: Why you shouldn't sleep next to your phone 🤲 38:32 What makes Mark tick: Prayer, service, and making the world bigger Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Melissa at: https://eqviaempathy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/empathyqueen.eq/ https://www.youtube.com/@TheEmpathicLeader https://www.facebook.com/eqviaempathy/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-melissa-a-robinson-winemiller-author-speaker-trainer/ Listen to her podcast at: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEmpathicLeader   Show Notes       02:04 Melissa’s first passion: A career as a professional French horn player. 💡 05:16 The birth of her mission: Making empathy actionable to prevent isolation. 🎯 08:24 What leaders get wrong: Empathy isn’t just feelings or a sign of weakness. 📊 14:32 The hard data: Ernst & Young study on empathy’s impact on profit & productivity. 🎤 16:05 Her TEDx Talk on the crucial (and often missed) skill of self-empathy. 🤔 18:51 The spectrum of human behavior & the need to practice. 🛠️ 25:47 The 4-step framework for developing self-empathy. 💸 28:01 The staggering cost: $1.2 trillion lost in 2023 due to bad communication. 📈 30:49 A real-world win: How 20 mins of daily connection transformed a department in 90 days. 🚀 35:32 Launching the Center for Empathy Innovation. 🐾 39:03 Physical activity & empathetic connection with animals. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn More about Raz at: https://razpatel.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/razpatelofficial Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRazPatelShow Listen to her Podcast at: https://razpatelshow.podbean.com/ Show Notes: 🌱 02:58 Raz’s origin story: Immigrant roots and learning responsibility. 💎 06:04 The formative value of connection and holding onto substance. 🔄 09:20 How a paralyzing accident became an epiphany to find her voice. ⚖️ 11:44 Pivoting after a mini-stroke: Reassessing lifestyle and health. 🏠 16:05 The traumatic house flood: Becoming instantly homeless. 🧒 19:13 Her son’s wisdom: The three basics of Shelter, Food, Togetherness. 🛑 22:26 Raz’s key advice: The transformative power of PAUSING. 💡 26:57 How to create your “pause”: One hour of peace to reconnect. 🌍 28:27 Raz’s bold vision: Creating a global movement for emotional freedom. 💖 31:54 Overcoming insecurity: You are always going to be loved. 🤲 34:06 Giving back: Raz’s work with the nonprofit Reaching Out Now. 🙏 35:41 Closing remarks and invitation for a “Version Two”.   Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn More about Mich at:https://www.michcarpenter.com/https://www.instagram.com/michmedium/https://www.facebook.com/MichMediumhttps://www.youtube.com/@Michmedium Show Notes🧭 01:43 - Mitch’s origin story: Growing up in Rhodesia/South Africa💥 03:45 - Childhood trauma, bulimia, and the fatal car accident🔄 09:51 - The affair that became a catalyst for healing🕯️ 13:09 - Training in counseling, NLP, and hospice care👁️ 20:14 - The first mediumship experience: Seeing a spirit baby😊 22:08 - The power of authentic tears and emotion🌀 24:02 - Channeling The Council of Eight explained🎭 28:39 - We’ve played every role: Taking responsibility🧘 32:30 - Where to start? Breathwork & 5-minute meditation🔥 38:11 - What excites Mitch now: Joy and the Year of the Fire Horse🙏 40:47 - Final thoughts: “It happened for you, not to you.” Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Tina at:  https://www.propelmodels.comhttps://www.instagram.com/propelmodels/?next=%2F Show Notes:🇯🇲 [1:44] Tina’s reflection on growing up "different" as a light-skinned Jamaican.🛬 [4:31] Tina's journey to the U.S. in 1996 and her initial culture shock.🧭 [7:20] Tina's winding path into the fashion industry.❤️ [11:47] The mission behind the name "Propel": to support and protect models.🛡️ [13:24] Tina's agency philosophy: mentorship, value-building, and advocating for model benefits.✝️ [16:31] How faith and firm parenting guide her approach to managing talent.📚 [18:56] Teaching her daughter the business, including taxes, from age seven.⚠️ [20:52] Addressing the biggest misconception: "You'll be famous tomorrow."📱 [22:19] The double-edged sword of social media for talent discovery.📏 [27:00] A breakdown of industry standards for high fashion vs. commercial modeling.🛣️ [30:47] How to break into the industry: the weight a photographer's reputation carries with agencies.🚶‍♀️ [34:32] What makes Tina tick: long walks, *The Big Bang Theory*, reading, and faith. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Karen and buy your prosperity pillow at: https://www.americanprosperitypillow.com/https://www.tiktok.com/@americanprosperitypillowhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/homefrosting/Show Notes:🧒 [1:50 Entrepreneurial roots: Karen shares her unconventional start.🚀 [5:55] Growing that PR agency to 30 people over 20 years of success.💥 [7:27] Investing in a failed startup, losing her savings, and hitting a painful low point.❤️ [9:33] How a move for love led to founding a home staging company.🎯 [11:11] The courage to pivot. 🇺🇸 [12:33] Birth of the American prosperity pillow: A 100% Made-in-USA product 🤝 [17:41] How the Prosperity Pillow project ties patriotism, quality manufacturing, and donations.📖 [24:12] The fearlessness of youth, the power of momentum, and reframing your story.⚖️ [29:05] The critical difference between what you're good at and what you're meant to do.🎤 [33:39] Building a speaking & writing career.💡 [39:00] Investing in yourself: how to choose the right programs.🏷️ 43:05] Your brand is not your logo, it's what people think, feel, and expect.❤️ [44:46] What makes Karen tick: family, her late father's memory, and her husband's partnership. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Kim at:https://lifestylefoundations.com/https://www.facebook.com/kimecostarealtorhttps://www.instagram.com/kim.e.costaShow Notes with timestamps:👧 [2:11] Kim’s childhood origins: Grading construction sites with her mother.🚨 [4:21] The fear that keeps us prisoner to unfulfilling paths.🔍 [6:04] The pivotal moment: Retaking a personality test (ENFP) post-divorce.💡 [9:50] Advice for graduates: Choose your "company bus" as carefully as a marriage.⚖️ [12:26] Applying accounting principles to assess life “profit” in joy and comfort.🧠 [14:52] Is your home helping or hindering your best life?❌ [17:33] Kim’s personal misalignment: Buying a horse farm as a non-rider (and the consequence).🧱 [20:21] The 4M Foundation for life & home: Myself, Mastery, Mission, Mates.✈️ [22:16] Aligning your home with your desired lifestyle.📝 [25:47] Kim’s key advice: Plan, discuss non-negotiables, and avoid costly emotional decisions.🌲 [27:35] Reconnection Tip: Kim’s reset – long, meditative walks in nature (especially near water). Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

You can buy "Always Moving Forward" at: David A. Jones Always Moving Forward: A memoir of friends, family and building Humana: Jones Sr., David A., Hill, Bob, Jones Jr., David A., Johnson-Keeny, Jill, Comer, Julia: 9781938462634: Amazon.com: BooksShow Notes:🏡 (2:17) David describes his idyllic upbringing, unaware of the empire his father was building.🎸 (3:46) How learning guitar during COVID led to executive producing an Oscar-nominated documentary.👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 (8:44) The household rule that kept his father grounded: everyone helps clean up.🏥 (14:11) The paradox of a system with miraculous innovation but maddening cost, complexity, and loneliness.💃 (17:11) Why community-based health centers in South Florida—complete with dancing—are a brilliant model for care.🤖 (26:23) AI’s “boring” healthcare fix: how AI can save billions by slashing administrative waste and clarifying patient confusion.⚠️ (33:07) David’s sobering take: the average American family cannot afford their lifetime healthcare costs.📖 (36:41) Humana’s Humble, Human Origin: a mission to give grandmothers better care.🎯 (38:47) 3 Life Lessons from his dad’s memoir: focus, learn from failure, build resilience through grief.👨‍🦳 (43:13) The Loneliness Epidemic for Men: social isolation in aging men is a critical health issue.😔 (47:30) The Hidden Caregiver Burden: the immense, often silent strain on family caregivers, worsened during the pandemic.🔋 (49:35) David’s personal reset formula: Swim. Read. Play the blues. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn More About Dr. Gina Williams at: https://www.facebook.com/share/xPBoeiz4gzhJGB4L/?mibextid=qi2Omghttps://youtube.com/@drgina_dpt?si=rmiLiZKl0a3wmb5s Listen to her podcast at: https://youtube.com/@drgina_dpt?si=rmiLiZKl0a3wmb5s Show notes:👶 (1:48) Gina shares how her early fascination with anatomy led her toward medicine.💭 (2:43) Realizing she could choose a career she enjoyed instead of tolerating discomfort.🩺 (4:30) Leaving a corporate-style clinic to start her own concierge practice.⚡ (5:17) A patient’s medical scare sparks her decision to offer one-on-one care.🤸 (8:45) The importance of prevention and educating patients for self-care.🙌 (10:09) Empowering patients to heal themselves through knowledge.💞 (13:42) On giving yourself grace — nobody has it all balanced all the time.👩‍👧 (16:23) How motherhood transformed her view of juggling life and work.📚 (18:13) Adapting — from reading books to audiobooks to fit life’s chaos.🌿 (19:08) Taking charge of health and preventing illness through movement.✈️ (20:16) Her solo trip through 13 countries — reconnecting with herself. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

TO CLAIM TIFFANY'S ALIGNED BREAKTHROUGH EXPERIENCE FOR FREE FOR BACK2BASICS LISTENERS, MESSAGE HER ON HER IG OR FB ACCOUNTS THE WORD: "ALIVE"    https://www.instagram.com/coachtiffanyowenLearn more about Tiffany at: https://coachtiffanyowen.com/https://www.instagram.com/coachtiffanyowenBuy Tiffany's book at: https://a.co/d/3zLsBxqShow Notes:🧒 [1:30] Tiffany shares her early life, trauma, and how fear of abandonment shaped her path.💭 [4:40] Understanding brain filters (RAS) and how your focus creates your reality.🧠 [7:00] Tiffany explains how rewiring thought patterns starts with awareness.⚡ [9:40] Taking radical responsibility and reclaiming personal power after pain.💔 [13:00] Hitting rock bottom — addiction, loss, and the choice to change everything.🛠️ [15:20] Daily tools: journaling, declarations, and intentional morning routines.💪 [18:00] From personal training to coaching — aligning the body, mind, and spirit.🌿 [20:00] Building a holistic model of movement, mindset, nutrition, and community.🔄 [22:30] Managing triggers and keeping promises to yourself through “non-negotiables.”📲 [25:00] Tiffany’s accountability methods: wins logs, small actions, 90-day reset.🎁 [27:20] Listener gift: free Aligned & Alive Breakthrough Experience (keyword ALIVE).🧘‍♀️ [29:45] The power of presence — “There’s nothing real but this present moment.”🌺[32:00] Gratitude, community, and retreats that create true transformation.💖[34:10] Turning pain into purpose — Tiffany’s mission to help others heal.🔥 [36:30] Final encouragement: “Participate in your own rescue.”🙏 [38:30] Closing reflections and how to connect with Tiffany online.🔚 [39:45] Episode ends with inspiration for freedom, healing, and growth.  Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Find Stephanie on Social Media at:https://www.stephaniejames.world/https://www.instagram.com/stephaniethespark/https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesparkwithstephaniejames/Purchase her book at: https://a.co/d/fZYS8SoListen to her podcast at: https://mindbodyspirit.fm/shows/igniting-the-spark-with-stephanie-james/Show Notes 🎧 (0:00) Introduction — Leticia welcomes leadership expert and executive coach Kimberly Gerber.[2:45  💼 Kimberly’s journey: from marketing executive to founding Excelerate.[6:12] 🌱 (Discovering her passion for helping leaders communicate with authenticity.[9:48]  🧭 What “Leadership by Design” truly means — intentional presence in action.[12:32]  💬 The link between trust and influence: why people follow who they feel safe with.[15:50]  ❤️ Vulnerability in leadership — how showing your humanity builds connection.[19:05]  🧠 Communication mastery: active listening and emotional intelligence at work.[22:20]  🔥 How to bounce back from failure and keep moving forward.[25:37]  ✨ Executive presence — what it is (and what it’s not).[29:10]  🌍 Navigating leadership in hybrid and virtual environments.[33:25]  🪞 Kimberly’s mindset practices: reflection, journaling, and intentional learning.[36:40]  🌟 Final thoughts: why leadership starts with self-awareness.[38:10]  💫 Closing — how to connect with Kimberly and learn more about Excelerate. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn More about Diane at: https://awidowsfire.comShow Notes: [1:39] 🌸 Diane shares her upbringing in Dade City, Florida, and her youthful dreams of family life.[2:48] 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Insights into marrying young, raising four children, and discovering her personal goals vs. her spouse’s.[4:18] 💼 Diane describes her early challenges as a woman in a male-dominated industry and her path to professional success.[8:53] 💡 Advice for New Real Estate Professionals – Authenticity, honesty, and diligence as keys to building trust and success.[10:07] 🏡 Choosing to retire, yet keeping her real estate license active until age 80, showing lifelong dedication.[12:20] ✍️ Diane explains how journaling and personal poetry helped her process grief and turn it into a heartfelt book.[16:32] 🌟 Life isn’t over after loss; healing, purpose, and joy can still be found.[17:50] ❤️ Diane shares how she allowed love back into her life and the joys of forming a new meaningful relationship.[22:48] 📖 Stories of widows and men finding comfort, hope, and encouragement through her book.[25:22] 🏔️✈️ Diane talks about ongoing projects, home renovations, travel, and her zest for living fully at any age.[29:10] 💫 Her ultimate hope: to help others through her story, inspiring courage, resilience, and authentic living. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Mark at: https://markrampolla.cohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/marksrampolla/Show Notes with Adjusted Timestamps(0:00) 🌟 Childhood lessons: empathy and resilience from family experiences.(3:15) 👩‍💼 Early career in fragrance at Elizabeth Arden & Tiffany.(6:45) 🌸 Fragrance as memory, identity, and storytelling.(9:30) 🧘‍♀️ Embracing uniqueness: the myth of the signature scent.(12:05) 💡 Facing challenges and the hard things about hard things.(15:20) 📓 Journaling, reflection, curiosity, and messy action as tools for growth.(20:30) 🛠️ Leadership strategies and why initiatives fail.(23:15) 🔑 The Six Ps of success: Passion, Perseverance, Patience, Personality, Presentation, Payoff.(26:40) 🚀 Entrepreneurship: building Zico, evaluating ideas, aligning personal & business values.(30:15) 🧠 Mindset & manifestation: neuroscience, belief + action, and non-attachment.(34:10) 🔥 Coping with loss: rebuilding life after the Pacific Palisades fires.(38:00) 🌍 Intentional living: freedom, resilience, and defining personal success. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Dexter at:www.houseofbelovedbrands.comShow Notes[0:28] 🇹🇹 Dexter shares his adventurous Caribbean childhood and early passions.[4:14] 🎨 From storytelling and art to career dreams—staying loyal to your passion.[7:34] 🌎 Turning Caribbean heritage into a mission to help brands thrive in the U.S.[12:25] 🥘 Promoting ethnic foods, healthier options, and community solidarity.[15:35] 🎉 Celebrating Caribbean culture, resilience, and culinary fusion.[20:12]) 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Leading a family business, navigating succession, and innovating with technology.[24:31] 🚀 Building House of Beloved Brands to support small manufacturers and mainstream growth.[26:53] 💪 Overcoming barriers in corporate America with perseverance and purpose.[32:33] ✨ Faith, giving back, and staying connected to your passion as a driving force.   Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Lynda at:https://www.instagram.com/lyndasamphire/https://www.facebook.com/lynda.weavercarrougherhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndawsamphire-301903260/Show Notes with Timestamps[2:13] 💫 Linda shares her story of early loss and discovering intuition.[4:26] 🌱 Investing in herself through dream work, plant medicine, and self-trust.[7:25] 🍄 She explains subtle effects of plant medicine on emotional and nervous system regulation.[12:11] 🏞️ Creating safe spaces for inner healing and self-awareness.[14:28] 🛌 Sleep as a gateway to soul connection and understanding dream symbols.[20:19] 🌌 Dreaming as a spiritual practice, not just goal-oriented.[21:20] ✨ Introduction to light language and its role in soul alignment.[25:58] 🧘 Emphasizing curiosity, openness, and surrender in spiritual exploration.[28:25] 💖 Highlighting self-worth as a key element of healing and personal growth.[33:11] 🌿 Linda shares retreats, dream series, and one-on-one programs.[34:35] 🚶‍♀️ Walking, yoga, journaling, and dream tracking to stay aligned.  Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Sue: https://www.suephillips.comhttps://www.facebook.com/SuePhillipsFragrancehttps://www.youtube.com/c/SuePhillipsFRAGRANCEhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/suephillipsfragrance/Show Notes with Timestamps [0:00] 🌟 Childhood lessons: growing up with a sibling with special needs and how it shaped empathy and resilience.[3:05] 👩‍💼 Career beginnings in fragrance and early corporate experiences at Elizabeth Arden and Tiffany.[6:40] ✨ The power of scent: why fragrance matters and how it connects to identity and memory.[9:15] 🌸 Fragrance families explained—floral, woody, fresh, oriental—and how they shape personal choices.[11:20] 🧪 The fragrance personality quiz: uncovering individual scent profiles and preferences.[14:00] 🧘‍♀️ Why “signature scents” don’t have to be one-size-fits-all—embracing uniqueness in fragrance.[16:40] 💡 The myth of perfection: why messy action and experimentation matter in business and life.[20:18] 🛠️ The “Six Ps” for success: Passion, Perseverance, Patience, Personality, Presentation, and Payoff.[24:30] ❤️ Rebuilding after challenges: resilience, reinvention, and trusting your own journey.[27:50] 🌍 Service, connection, and the deeper purpose of helping others express their individuality.[29:47] 🔚 Closing reflections: authenticity, curiosity, and embracing life with creativity.  Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Eddie at: www.officialew.com Become a champion for Orphans : Project Dakota: Championing For Orphans | Impact Others™ Show Notes with Timestamps:[00:36] 🎧 “King of Exits” Eddie Wilson: serial entrepreneur, 120+ exits, philanthropist, Aspire co-founder.[03:15] 🏡 Entrepreneurial upbringing: lessons from parents’ struggles and success; modeling dreams for your kids.[06:28] 🧭 Shadow & identity: expectations in family businesses, sacrifice, and forming his own path.[09:51 💼 First exit, tough lesson: learn the game and make every deal win-win.[14:53] ⏳ Time as currency: the $1,800 car lesson; evaluating life through time, not money.[19:15] 👥 Team DNA: hiring for hungry, humble, smart + core values; intelligence and low-ego learning.[21:48] 🚀 Why Aspire: curated stages, diverse voices, authentic lessons and showing up daily..[22:56] 🎯 Consistency over hacks; the heart of Aspire’s message.[25:51] ❤️ Impact first: success without service lacks fulfillment; intro to Impact Others.[29:00[ 👶 Dakota’s story: how his brother’s illness birthed a calling to serve the unseen and unrepresented.[37:07] 🎄 Project Dakota — A Christmas morning for 18,000 children; logistics to source ~50,000 toys.[39:43] 🧠 Recenter practice and perspective via service: rescuing vulnerable teens and why nothing matters more than showing up for those kids.  Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn More About Lesley at:https://lesleylogan.co/https://www.youtube.com/@OnlinePilatesClasseshttps://www.instagram.com/lesley.logan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesley-logan/Show Notes with Timestamps: 🧘‍♀️[02:24] From first class to lifelong practice – how Leslie discovered Pilates 🌍[05:40] Leaving behind expectations and crafting your own path 🚪[09:02] Life pivots: Choosing freedom over security 🧠[11:18] Coaching, the inner critic, and taming perfectionism 🔄[14:40] The myth of “having it all figured out” 📝[17:27] Pilates as a practice of curiosity and journaling 💡[18:30] What successful people have in common: investment in themselves 💬[22:58] The five voices that truly matter to you 🧢[26:23] The story behind “Perfect is Boring” ⚡[30:02] Done is better than perfect – the messy action motto 💥[33:38] Final thoughts: mindset, intuition & taking the leap Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn More about Debra at:(1) Debra Morrison, CFP®, MS, AEP, CertLGBTBE (she/her/hers) | LinkedInhttps://www.wecandoitwomen.com/https://www.instagram.com/debralmorrison/https://www.youtube.com/@DebraLMorrisonShow Notes with Timestamps💰[00:42] Deborah’s early money mindset: saving, discipline, and how it shaped her approach 💔[03:50] Coaching widows pro bono after 9/11 and the emotional impact📘 [06:05] The dual purpose of her book: Grief recovery + Financial guidance🏛️[08:30] How society fails to prepare women for loss and independence💣[10:20] Women and financial risk: debunking the fear-based narrative🧂[13:33] Investing analogies that resonate — spices, roasts, and dessert👩‍🦳 [15:18] Launching “We Can Do It Women”: A movement for women 60+🖌️ [20:10] Encouraging women to reconnect with forgotten dreams🎯[22:00] Purpose, empowerment, and rewriting your narrative later in life🗣️[26:35] Creating safe spaces for honest conversations and legislative advocacy🌊[29:03] How Deborah resets her energy: water, solitude, and affirmations📢[30:46] Final reflections: “Let your voice matter — until your last breath” Debra L. Morrison is the Chief Navigational Officer of Women Navigating Finances, LLC & the Founder of the We Can Do It Women™ Movement.Retired from 4+ decades as a CFP® Practitioner (Retirement Planning MS & Accredited Estate Planner) and Asset Manager, Debra now leverages her rich wisdom as a Financial and Leadership Coach to uplevel mature women’s financial confidence, and create intentional wealth to live the life of their dreams.Debra’s a Certified Grief Coach, and the Best Selling Author of My Husband Died Now What? A Widow’s Guide to Grief Recovery & Smart Financial Decisions, and Common Sense Money Guide For Women.A TEDx Speaker, Debra speaks on stages & podcasts emphasizing that our 2 most important assets are time and health, urging women not to waste either. Featured on CNN, ABC, Fox, CNNfn, LA Tribune and quoted in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, Business Week, Reader’s Digest, Nation’s Business, Kiplinger, Money, Journal of Financial Planning, Ladies Home Journal, and more.Debra is listed in Marquis’ Who’s Who of American Women and Who’s Who in Finance and Industry. She was awarded Celebrate You’s 2021 Woman Of The Year, Marquis Who’s Who Women Of Influence Award in 2019, Leading Women Entrepreneur and Business Owner of New Jersey in 2011, and one of New Jersey’s Best 50 Women in Business in 2008. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Jane at: www.janegentry.com and www.linkedin.com/in/janemgentry/Listen to Jane's Podcast at: https://janegentry.com/ceos-unscripted-podcast/Show Notes timestamps:👧 [02:23] Growing up as an army child.👩‍💼 [04:29] Transition to business and early career.🎭 [09:10] Jane’s theater background and people management.📘 [12:42] Optimal value blueprint and executive coaching.🚪 [19:52] Exit planning and succession: she’s always there for execution.💎 [27:32] A purpose-driven approach in business and leadership.🤓 [32:29] A bit of impostor syndrome is what makes you a great leader.🤩 [40:01] Empowering people and giving them aha moments.⚠️ [44:07] Your career is in your hands. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Caleb at: Caleb DeLon | LinkedIn Show Notes timestamps:👦 [01:54] Caleb's journey and early aspirations.👨‍👦 [05:16] Complementary personalities Caleb and his father have and business success. ✍️ [07:35] Caleb's experience as an author.🤩 [10:33] Importance of writing a book for business owners and everyone else: sharing your story matters.⚡ [17:03] Overcoming fear and developing a book idea: simplicity in telling your story.😇 [20:48] Success story: Lynn Godfroy's book journey. 🎙️ [23:02] Expert Speak podcast and how he created it.🏞️ [26:10] Walks in nature for rejuvenation and processing thoughts. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Lisa or follow her at:   https://www.refashiond.com/https://www.instagram.com/lisahellebo/https://www.youtube.com/@refashiondventureshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/supplychainlocalization/ Show Notes Timestamps:0:00 Introduction to B2B Podcast3:53 Little Lisa has been obsessed with fashion and how things are made. 👚8:23 She was obsessed with the typography, models and the fashion of the 80s. ♻️13:32 How she taught herself coding. 💸18:11 You get what you need, not necessarily what you want: a pattern throughout her career and life. 🤝22:50 Supply chain as the world’s largest operating system. 🌐26:27 Only you are responsible for what you want to achieve and how you get there. 👷‍♀️👷‍♂️31:57 Lisa created the first virtual personal shopper.37:30 The misogyny was so in your face.44:19 Disruption with follow through is action.52:08 Supply chain as the world’s largest operating system.56:27 Being aligned to your purpose.  Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn More about Martin at: https://www.martindugard.com/Buy Martin's newly released book  here:  Taking Midway: Naval Warfare, Secret Codes, and the Battle that Turned the Tide of World War II: Dugard, Martin: 9780593473245: Amazon.com: BooksShow Notes with timestamps👦 [02:37] Martin shares his early love for reading about explorers👩‍👦 [03:40] Discussion about his mother's influence on his writing name🙃 [04:19] Martin explains his career path from political science to writing😍 [06:55] Turning point in his career: the Madagascar trip✌️ [08:03] How networking and writing side projects led to opportunities😇 [11:28] Rejection and persistence in writing: transition to narrative non-fiction✍️ [15:18] Writing the "Killing" series: challenges of writing about Jesus📚 [19:41] Introduction to his "Taking" series about World War II📜 [22:50] Martin's approach to exploring locations for his books🎯 [26:28] What makes you tick: lifestyle design and career passion🤖 [28:28] Martin’s perspective on AI”s role in writing. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Laura at: https://glindagroup.com/Highlights include:💡 The courage to walk away: Why Laura and her co-founder turned down a massive client—and what they gained.🔄 From rivals to collaborators: How trust turned competition into a game-changing partnership.🧠 Why culture is performance infrastructure: Laura explains why investing in team dynamics isn’t a “nice-to-have”—it’s business-critical.🧭 Leadership without titles: How everyday choices shape team culture more than org charts ever could.🌍 Volunteering and humility: Laura shares how working with refugees reshaped her view of leadership, resilience, and humanity.Packed with practical insight, personal stories, and powerful reframes, this episode is a masterclass in designing work—and life—that aligns with who you are."When people are involved, things get complicated. But that’s exactly where the magic happens." — Laura MartinTime Stamps:Show Notes with timestamps 👧 [01:53] Growing up in rural Minnesota: big dreams about entrepreneurship from her six years.🎯 [04:18] Her epiphany in highschool: growing career in corporate, then later in startups.👩‍💼 [07:30] Choose your adventure: being curious and choosing interesting areas of business.🔑 [09:34] Cooperating is the key: creating Product of the Year in 2017 with Jordan Birnbaum.‼️ [13:54] It takes courage to choose your vision over big revenue: don't sacrifice your peace of mind serving clients that are not aligned with you.‼️😇 [17:32] Leader development challenges: solving problems crafting messages, team and culture performance in organisations.⚠️ [21:58] When people are not interested in the work, or caring enough: Business thrives when workers are happy.😍 [23:08] Her volunteering in mediation: now working with refugees and immigrants.🥅 [27:15] Don't underestimate the importance of the human experience at work.⚡ [28:24] Sense of adventure makes Laura tick: looking forward to exciting things in life.   Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Josh at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/   and tune into his podcast at: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorRelationsPodcast Show Notes with timestamps: 💡 01:52 Early inspirations and career aspirations.🆔 05:39 The impact of public service on identity.🎙️ 10:52 The power of podcasting and human connection.🤝 17:35 The Importance of encouragement and community.📓 21:25 The power of LinkedIn as a platform for building community.🙏 26:16 Faith and identity: a personal journey.🎯 34:21 Finding joy and purpose in helping others.  Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Arlene at:  https://jewelconsultancy.com Show Notes with Timestamps:⚖️ [01:20] Arlene’s career journey: From law school to spiritual transformation.💡 [04:31] The moment Arlene realized law wasn’t her soul’s path.🌊 [06:28] Healing through coaching and spiritual exploration.🌿 [07:49] What is a soul reading? Arlene demystifies the practice.✨ [12:20] How Arlene combines logic and intuition to guide clients.🌬️ [16:52] Practical Tips for Stress Management.🌳 [18:10] Grounding visualization: Become a tree.🧠 [20:57]How deep listening transforms relationships.💞 [23:44] “They might not remember what you said, but how you made them feel.”🎵 [26:20] Arlene’s personal rituals: Yoga, nature, music, and community. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn More about Paige at: https://www.mavensandmoguls.com and https://www.linkedin.com/in/paigearnoffenn/Show notes timestamps:💎 [02:15] Paige’s Journey to Branding: Your brand is your promise to the world.💦 [06:30] The importance of clarity and consistency in branding: defying the brand's core message.😇 [10:45] Why being authentic isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a necessity for connection and trust. ⚡ [15:20]  The power of storytelling in marketing and how to amplify your unique narratives.🤓 [20:50] Strategies for building an authentic presence on platforms like Instagram and LinkedIn.✅ [25:35] The pitfalls of overcomplicating a brand’s message and how to simplify without losing impact.🔑 [30:10] Why collaboration is a key driver of growth and innovation in branding. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn More About Andrea at: https://fortunaliving.org/Check her Podcast at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOXVyRuGZ1H4YPS_ADDC2NT3czSdwcLZI&si=GL3f8pPyKB3P-oOc Show notes with timestamps:01:30 – 🧠Growing up, Andrea tapped into spiritual gifts, energies and received messages. 4:31🩺 Her health crisis as catalyst for change. 11:49 ☣ The role of spirituality in healing.15:14 – 🧘‍♀️ Andrea approach with hypnotherapy. 21:24 ⚙️ All the different tools she uses during hypnotherapy. 24:10 🧠 How our brain and our subconscious mind protect us.29:43 – 🛐 Religion as a starting point: “training wheels” for a more personalized spirituality.35:13😴 Magical Audios: 7-day self-hypnosis programs. 39:38 ✨ Mindful Consumption: the importance of filtering what you allow into your mind. 41:51 🎞️ What makes Andrea tick: enjoying the flashes of her memories.  Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Show Notes Timestamps: 👩‍👧‍👦 [03:22]Humble Beginnings: Herman was raised by a single mother of six, and the strength that shaped his values.📖 [05:17]The power of education and the responsibility of showing up for others.🎓 [06:33] Growing up through desegregation and going to college.👥 [13:57] Life in the army where he met his wife 🏖️  [19:17] Family First: Always made time for vacations, family memories, and being present.💔 [20:23] The loss of his wife & living with gratitude the strength of their final conversations.🪑 [22:42] Board service isn’t just a title—it’s about using your position to create opportunity for others.🌍 [26:25] Hernan reflects on how America is perceived abroad—and the importance of democratic resilience.💞  [28:56] The power of authentic connection: Networking is transactional, connecting is relational. 🧘‍♂️ [31:40]Drawing strength from legacy, faith, and his wife’s encouragement to keep making an impact.🌅 [32:47]  Finding light through grief:Remembering his mother’s strength. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Show notes:  😇 [01:25]  Erin always wanted to feel safe and financially secure. 💸 [03:50] Childhood money struggles and craving "safety: poverty consciousness mindset.👩‍💼 [07:00] Her journey from medical, then financial planning to family business: systemizing chaos. 💰 [10:30] Self-developing journey: money issue is a worldwide issue, and women are not seeking support in money management.🎙️ [15:29] Podcast Your Money, Your Rules: Redefining success and guilt-free wealth.⚡ [18:56] Money can’t make you happy: fulfilling is inner work and it is not tied to money.☀️ [24:02] Women usually have issues with receiving: let’s work on the practice of receiving. ☯️ [27:02] Human Design system: understanding our bodies and how energy moves.🤓 [29:55] Finding ease vs head energy: what belief systems are driving you?🤾‍♀️ [35:02] Adults should play more: connecting to nature and to your body. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Links:Website: www.move2focus.comEmail: [email protected] Episode Show notes timestamps:👨‍🏫 [01:32] Rob’s origin story is fueled by a passion for connecting with students.: being a teenage drumming teacher and evolving into an educator.🤕 [05:19] The car accident that changed everything: how physical trauma led him to martial arts, Tai Chi, and Qigong as healing tools.☯️ [10:11] Rob’s approach to reducing classroom stress: Kung fu and Qigong in class for kids, teachers, and even parents - balance is needed for all.🎓 [16:51] Rob’s critique of standardized education: There are unmeasurable types of intelligence that are very important.☮️ [21:31] Stressed teachers create stressed students—and why supporting educators is the first step.🧠 [24:44] Teachers are not trained to work with ADHD kids: the system forces them to sit still for 7 hours and breath; movement and focus can fix this.😮‍💨 [30:56] Teach kids diaphragmatic breathing to self-regulate (e.g., "Inhale for 4, exhale for 8").💎 [33:28] Connection makes him tick, and if we connect teachers and students to their bodies, the changes will be amazing.Resources Mentioned:Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences.Thomas Merton (contemplative monk bridging Christianity and Zen).‘ADHD Refocused’ book by David Sitt  Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Links and resources: Website: www.agikeramidas.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/agikeramidasBook: www.amazon.com/dp/B0DLX43VN4 and free digital copy: www.subscribepage.io/88bookfree Show notes timestamps:🇬🇷 [02:25] Growing up in Greece and the road to rediscovery: Agi became a dentist because of his mom, but this was not his passion. 🇬🇧 [08:02] Moving to the UK and his big decision to follow his inner flow. 🦷 [13:50] His master’s degree in dentistry didn’t bring him happiness: discovering personal development in his 40s, public speaking, and podcasting. 😇 [20:10] Self-doubt is a normal human feeling: take action to get feedback on the value you provide.📙 [24:40] Agi’s book 88 Actionable Insights for Life: the importance of a morning routine, writing down your life purpose and understanding why people avoid it.⚡ [30:31] The power of conversations for writing a book.🎁 [32:48] Personal Development Mastery podcast and free digital copy of Agi’s book.🎙️ [35:12] Conversations with people are what make Agi tick: the power of inspiration, connection, and community. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Links:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lawannabradfordLeWanna’s TV Shows: https://lawannabradford.com/streamingWeb: www.lawannabradford.comShow notes timestamps:👩🏽‍🦱 [01:58] LeWanna's childhood dream was to be a cardiologist: her early career in statistics, government, and business consulting.😁 [05:59] The importance of finding joy and meaning in your work: A paycheck is not enough, but enjoying growth is.👩🏽‍💼 [08:41] Private vs government work: taking the waves of change, and balancing risks.🥇 [11:40]  LeWanna's philanthropic journey and receiving the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award: finding who you are and what you want to feel well.😇 [15:35] Deep-seated issues in this country and in the world: we have more power - let’s shape the narrative.📺 [17:36] LeWanna’s TV shows: interviews with George Floyd’s uncle and working on projects that are aligned with her purpose.⚡ [22:26] When opportunity finds you: align your vision and purpose, and don’t live by accident.🌊 [25:31] Repositioning to remain relevant: pivoting and adapting to changes.💎 [27:50] What makes LeWanna tick: silence and power of faith–learn to accept things as they are. 🏃🏽‍♀️ [30:54] LeWanna’s relationship with her late Dad: building a legacy. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Check more of Kate work at: Colourful Conversations Podcast:   https://spoti.fi/42eByBA  Buy the best seller Colourful Boardrooms: https://amzn.to/4gjDe0i If people want to check out the summit then the best place is: https://focsummit.comAnd to give them a taste of our work share this: https://bit.ly/3WWQEIS (it's a 9 part series and then they can subscribe to our youtube channel.They can find us on the socials here: Linkedin, InstagramandFacebook Check out retreat info at: https://bit.ly/4gJiFv2Check out this 9 part series at the youtube channel : https://bit.ly/3WWQEIS Find Kate at: Linkedin, Instagram and FacebookThe Foundation of Colours is an organization that explores the profound impact of colour on human consciousness, health, and well-being.We do this by utilising cutting-edge research, consultancy, and by providing experiential learning both on and offline to inform and transform individuals, teams and businesses.We aim to elevate consciousness to shape a more connected, conscious society. Our vision is to create systemic change by harnessing the power of colour to influence emotional, spiritual, and social intelligence in individuals, teams, and organizations.Find out more by checking out their free 3 day online summit at https://focsummit.comTime Stamps:—-------------------------------------------Show notes timestamps 👧 [03:07] Culture is very important to Kate: attending five different elementary schools gave her the skills to easily connect with people.🇨🇿 [07:38] Kate helped create the first multidisciplinary degree in Czechoslovakia after the Berlin Wall fell: she became the youngest director of European Liaison in Liverpool.🤕 [11:07] She began consulting with PWC, disliking the toxicity and experiencing a pivotal moment in her life.📙 [14:01] Starting her own business and writing the book Colorful Boardrooms - join the free festival on March 21st.😇 [21:38] Bridging business and spirituality: raising levels of consciousness with the help of colors.🎨 [26:42] Kate demonstrated a three-bottle analysis to Leticia: intuition is like a muscle—hone it.💊 [34:37] Working on your suffering and healing yourself also contributes to healing the collective consciousness.😤 [42:23] The ego is often an angry and aggressive voice inside us: understanding and discovering your patterns.🤩 [44:02] We need complete self-trust to trust others: Kate’s upcoming retreat in California explores this deeply.🐶 [46:08] What makes Kate tick: her working cocker spaniel, Benji, and his endless unconditional love.  Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Amanda at:  https://www.amandacahill.com/Buy amanda's Book at: Redefining You: The 4-step process to find CONFIDENCE, CLARITY, and PURPOSE As A Woman: Cahill, Amanda: 9781966798064: Amazon.com: BooksShow notes timestamps:🤩 [01:25] Amanda successfully climbed corporate leader: helping women break free from the ordinary.👧 [04:02] She moved 25 times during childhood: she wanted to be a performer as a child but shifted to a corporate career in her 20s.🎯 [08:24] Being drained is the first sign you are not aligned with your purpose: women attending to the needs of others - finding your joy again.🤰 [11:41] Postpartum depression and need for raw conversations: don’t paint the perfect picture out of your life - no one’s life is perfect. ✍️ [15:20] Writing as a tool and Amanda’s book: redefining her self, slowing down and being in alignment with her self. 🗺️ [19:40] Developing self-confidence: understanding what you want to become - GPS analogy.🏆 [25:09] Dealing with Naysayers and people who criticize: the power of your whys.😇[29:12] Finding your people outside of your marriage: your spouse can’t be 100% in everything in your life. 📘 [34:59] Amanda’s book “Redefining You” release.💎 [36:34] What makes Amanda tick: slowing down, hearing yourself, and dancing. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn More about Lisa at: https://www.lisaduffy.com/  MagnoliaSkinEssentials.Com JourneyOfHopeProgramOnline.Com Show Notes Timestamps:👧 [01:18] Lisa's early life and dreams: her Hispanic, Irish, Catholic family.😢 [05:59]The divorce experience and its impact.🤩 [11:39] Rebuilding life and finding faith again: remove herself from a negative environment.💊 [17:15] The misconceptions about the annulment process: healing from the problems in Lisa’s marriage.❤️‍🩹 [18:54]  Helping others through divorce recovery.⛪ [24:25]  Understanding divorce and the annulment process: acceptance and support within the Church.🫂 [32:09] Supporting others through divorce and the Journey of Hope program.💎 [36:53] What makes Lisa thick: creativity is her power.     Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

  Learn more about Kevin at : http://imdb.me/kevinscottallenBooks: Conquering the Film and Television Audition: www.amazon.com/dp/B019PQPPOA            Murder Can Be Fatal – A mystery novel www.amazon.com/dp/0997009462American Primeval – Check out Kevin’s latest hit show on Netflix: www.netflix.com/rs/title/81457507? Show notes timestamps:🐲 [01:58] Kevin’s imagination was his best friend from an early age: love for imaginary worlds.👦 [03:54] He started his first television show at 7: he never grew out of his wish to be an actor.📕 [06:16] Kevin’s book and tips: auditioning is different than the performance on set.🎭 [08:59] Some of his favorite characters: contribute to the greatest story and discover the deeper meaning of characters.🤠 [13:35] The popularity of “American Primeval”: no romanticized view of the world with evil and all conflicts.📙 [17:57] Kevin wrote the mystery “Murder Can Be Fatal in tribute to his uncle: a new project and possible film.📱 [22:06] Changes in the film industry are also good and bad: verticals and new voices getting into the space are very interesting. 💸 [25:24] Stories that are affecting and connecting to the audience: no need for huge budgets.🫣 [27:02] Actors are hiding themselves from the world behind their careers: embrace your flaws and bring your insecurities. 🚒 [29:18] LA fires and disaster that was fatal to many: living in bubbles and need for helping each other.🌸 [32:45] We can’t control our lives: nothing is guaranteed, and we need to accept life is not a formula.🎯 [35:02] Believe in yourself and accept yourself: don’t get into the mold - be authentic in your business, especially in acting work.👨‍🏫 [38:22] Kevin enjoys teaching and he gets very excited about the growth and roles of his students.😍 [40:00] What makes Kevin tick: Creation and feeling alive when he builds characters on the scene or when he writes.At a young age Kevin started out on the television series Bearcats!, then joined The Waltons as the neighborhood brat. Being a cute kid with perennial mischief in his eye, he landed roles on What’s Happening, St. Elsewhere, and General Hospital.  As this kid grew into a cocky young adult bad-boy roles continues, such as as Roger, a partying clown in The Young and the Restless and Brindle on Otherworld.  As an adult Kevin was the resident bigot on ABC’s Homefront and the evil J’em Ha’dar on  Star Trek: Deep Space 9.  Kevin is currently making a big splash in the Netflix #1 hit, AMERICAN PRIMEVAL, as Louis, a character described as "pure evil."Other major credits include: 9,The People vs. O.J. Simpson, CSI, Bones, Prison Break, Desperate Housewives, MadMen, Criminal Minds, Cold Case, The Sopranos, 24, Joan of Arcadia.  Films include:  Red Talons, A Prince and a Pauper Christmas, Puppetmaster XI, About Scout, Charlie Valentine.With over 100 TV/Film credits, the best source for a more complete view of Kevgin’s body of work is on IMDB.  Kevin is the author of Conquering the Film and Television Audition (2016 ReAnimus Press), and a mystery, Murder Can Be Fatal, (2023 Film Arts Press), which is  being prepped for a film or possible mini-series. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Show notes  and Time Stamp:[01:10] Samantha’s book “90 Days to Husband #2”: lessons learned in her two marriages and her journey to self-love.😍 [09:36] Finding the right partner: the importance of vulnerability, resilience, and understanding the foundation for a meaningful relationship. 🛣️ [15:21] All the things that intersect with personal choices: relationships, motherhood, timing, societal expectations. 📱 [21:20] How to use online dating apps, what to expect, and how to navigate the changed world of online dating. 😂 [35:11] Importance of humor in our relationships: Samantha printed a book with her mom’s funny comments. ⏰ [39:19] Biological clock and the pressure from society: Samantha shares her story about life choices.❤️‍🩹 [43:05] Samantha’s heart attack survival story and the high risks she faced with having children.🎯 [46:59] An essential exercise: defining what you want for yourself in life—good things take time.🛠️ [48:02] Samantha’s podcast, new projects, and the transformation and renovation of relationships. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast

Learn more about Melissa at: Beyond SixtyShow notes with time stamps:🎬 [01:56] Melissa’s Journey to Filmmaking.😎 [04:51] Pursuing her dream of filmmaking at age 65.🤩 [09:24] It all happened because she was open to it.🎥 [10:53] Her experience of being on set with Shyamalan.🎦 [17:31] Making documentaries about people like her, women over the age of 60.🏔️ [23:34] Melissa's latest documentary was Climbing into Life.🌟 [27:53] If you open yourself up to all the possibilities, something is bound to click.🎷 [31:46] Her love for saxophone and traveling. Key Takeaways:Age is not a barrier to pursuing dreams. Melissa’s story is a testament to the power of reinvention and the importance of listening to one’s inner voice, no matter how late in life.Serendipity and openness to opportunities can lead to life-changing moments. Melissa’s chance encounter with M. Night Shyamalan was a catalyst for her new career.Storytelling matters. By focusing on the stories of ordinary women over 60, Melissa highlights the importance of representation and the value of diverse voices in media.Surround yourself with experts. Melissa’s success in both her corporate career and filmmaking stems from her ability to recognize her limitations and build strong teams.Alignment over chasing. Success often comes when you focus on what truly excites you, rather than chasing external validation or prizes.Fear is natural, but don’t let it stop you. Melissa’s story is a reminder that fear of failure or lack of experience shouldn’t hold you back from pursuing your dreams.Energy comes from passion. Doing what you love replenishes your energy, making it easier to stay motivated and inspired.It’s never too late to learn. Whether it’s filmmaking, climbing, or playing the saxophone, Melissa’s story proves that age is no barrier to trying something new.  Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast