Recounting Life Lessons
by Sione and Alana Uyema
...because someone else's story might hold the lessons you didn't know you were missing.The show for purpose-driven individuals who are ready to grow through what others have gone through, so you can show up wiser, more empowered, and better equipped for your life and the people you feel called to serve. Join Sione and Alana as they sit down with people from all walks of life to unpack the transformational experiences that shaped them and the life lessons they've learned along the way...including the lessons that may be easy to miss.As alchemists of life's experiences, Sione and Alana extract the golden nuggets, success principles, and real-life practices that you can use to level up in your life, avoid unnecessary pain and setbacks, and become the person you're meant to be.We're all about living as empowered heroes who make progress and have a positive impact on the world on purpose. And someone else's story might hold the lesson you didn't know you were missing to do that.If yo
Episodes
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Choosing Joy: Lessons on Joy, Love, & Living with Eunice Atuejide - Ep. 107
In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Sione and Alana sit down with Eunice Atuejide to explore what it truly means to choose joy, lead with love, and live fully no matter what the circumstances. Eunice is a lawyer, mother, transformational coach, public speaker, former Nigerian presidential...
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From Conflict to Change: Lessons from Darirus Cache - Ep. 106
In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Sione and Alana sit down with author Darius Cache to explore his journey of transformation, accountability, and conflict resolution. Darius has faced enormous challenges, including time in jail, struggles with substance use, and navigating difficult...
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How to Journey Beyond Fear with Darrow Kirkpatrick - Ep. 105
In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Sione and Alana sit down with author Darrow Kirkpatrick to explore the life lessons behind his powerful memoir, Two Sticks, One Path: A Journey Beyond Fear on the Colorado Trail. Darrow is an early-retired civil and software engineer with a lifelong...
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Jamal Henry: Building Success Early in Life - Ep. 104
In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we're joined by Jamal Henry, a first-time homeowner at 23, investor, and author of Keys to Your 20s: The Ultimate Homebuyer Playbook for Young Adults. Jamal's journey began with the same questions many young adults face: Who am I? Where am I going? How…
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Redefining Ugly: Peculiar Medinus on True Beauty - Ep. 103
What would you do if a car accident left you with a scar across your face? That's exactly what happened to Peculiar Medinus, a Nigerian author, career coach, and former journalist, and it led her to ask one life-changing question: "What does ugly mean to you?" In this conversation, Peculiar…
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Rethinking Recovery with Jeff Jones: Beyond Black-and-White Thinking in Addiction Recovery
What if the way we think about addiction is part of the problem? In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we're joined by Jeff Jones, coach, creator of The Family Recovery Solution, and former addiction professional. Jeff grew up in a family impacted by addiction and later worked inside the...
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Why Looking Healthy isn't Enought w/Boomer Anderson - Ep. 101
What does true health, wealh, and wellness really look like? In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Sione and Alana sit down with Boomer Anderson, CEO of Smarter Not Harder, Inc., and executive director of Health Optimization Medicine and Practice. After receiving an unexpected heart-disease...
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How to Lose Your Inner Critic & Experience a More Fulfilled Life ft. Sue Erhart - Ep. 100
In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Sione and Alana sit down with Sue Erhart, author of Lose Your Critic for Good and the creator of Practical Spirituality, to uncover what it takes to quiet our inner critics and live a life that is full of more joy and empowerment. Sue is someone who...
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Turn Setbacks into Transformation w/Sammy Orelien - Ep. 99
Setbacks are something we all face, but there are some people who just know how to use those setbacks to grow and become even better versions of themselves. One person who embodies this ability to turn setbacks into growth is Dr. Jean-Guilmond Orelien, also known as Sammy. Sammy is the author of...
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Trust Yourself & Attract Success ft. Susi Kos - Ep. 98
Most people don't get what they want because they are too attached to how they think it should happen. Letting go of the "how" doesn't mean giving up. What it does mean is finally getting out of your own way. In this episode, Alana talks with Susi Kos, entrepreneur and author of Super...
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Trust But Verify: Lessons Learned after 9 Years in a Cult ft. Paul David Cooke - Ep. 97
In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we're sitting down with Paul Cooke—a writer, academic, and former cult member who spent nine years in the Children of God, a group he later recognized as dangerously manipulative and deceptive. After a 40-year journey of reflection, healing, and…
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Love, Forgiveness, Sobriety & Purpose: Sean Hemeon on Healing His Inner Child - Ep. 96
What if your deepest regret could become the very thing that heals you—and helps someone else heal too? In this raw and unforgettable episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we sit down with actor, artist, and soon-to-be debt author Sean Hemeon, who just celebrated 20 years of sobriety. Sean's...
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Feel More Alive & Awaken Your Inner Voice ft. Bente Vosteen - Ep. 95
Do you want to feel more alive? Are you comfortable with your own thoughts and feelings? When's the last time your really felt something? In this episode of Recounting LIife Lessons, Sione and Alana sit down with Bente Vosteen—a sensory coach, visionary educator, and founder of a movement…
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Mina Satori on Rewriting Your Story & Taking Bold Action -Ep. 94
What if the life you're craving is just one bold step away—even if you don't have it all figured out yet? In this powerful episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we sit down with Mina Satori—a transformational business consultant, ontological coach, and advocate for visionary women looking to step...
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Loving Someone Who Has An Addiction with Craig Williamson - Ep. 93
How do you stay grounded when someone you love is unraveling? In this powerful episode, Sione and Alana are joined again by Craig Williamson, author of Regarding Substance Abuse & Addiction, who shares what he learned during a 17-year-long journey supporting and loving his son through addiction—a...
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The Path to Inner Freedom & Happiness with Gilbert Mane - Ep. 92
What if true freedom isn't about changing your life circumstances—but transforming how you experience them? In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Gilbert Mane, a former headmaster, philosopher, and author of 7 Steps to Freedom—to explore how inner freedom can be cultivated through…
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Discern, Serve, and Succeed Better: Life & Business Lessons with Trish Saemann - Ep. 91
Mistakes can end up being our greatest catalysts for growth. In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Alana sits down with Trish Saemann—truth-teller, no-fluff marketer, founder of GoBeyondSEO.com, co-host of the Break Even Better podcast, and author of Get More Clients You Love. With a...
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Overcome the Fears Holding You Back and Start Achieving with Dr. Audrey Schnell - Ep. 90
Limiting thoughts and doubts aren't based in truth—they're based in fear. In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we're joined by Dr. Audrey Schnell, a coach who helps ambitious professionals identify and overcome the hidden fears sabotaging their success. If you've ever felt stuck, struggled...
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The Power of Self-Discovery with Robert Cassidy: How Knowing Yourself Helps You Show Up Better for Others -Ep. 89
In this powerful episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Sione and Alana are joined by Robert Cassidy, a lifelong seeker of wisdom who has worked with everyone from Hollywood elites to Zen monks. Through years of spiritual exploration and personal growth, Robert discovered that the most valuable...
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Career Growth & Adaptability with Becky Heidesch: How to Adapt and Stay Relevant in an Ever-Changing World- Ep. 88
What if the key to future-proofing your career and personal growth isn't about mastering more, but in learning how to adapt? In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Becky Heidesch, a career strategist, author, and creator of the S.T.E.E.P. Method—a practical and powerful framework for...
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Breaking the Chains of Resentment & The Power of Forgiveness with Kory Livingstone - Ep. 87
What if the key to personal peace and professional success is hidden behind unresolved resentment? In this powerful and heartfelt episode, we sit down with Kory Livingstone—musician, author, and coach—who shares his deeply personal journey of forgiveness, emotional healing, and growth. Kory opens...
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Authentic Intelligence vs. Artificial Intelligence with Dr. Jan Schwartz: How to Thrive in an A.I. World - Ep. 86
Find out why Authentic Intelligence matters more than ever... Artificial Intelligence is advancing rapidly, transforming the way we work, think, and interact. But while A.I. can process vast amounts of data, it can't replace human wisdom, intuition, or emotional intelligence—the things that truly...
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Trusting Your Soul's Path & Intuition with Marko Petrovic: How Silence, Stillness, & Surrender Led to Life-Changing Transformation - Ep. 85
What if the key to your biggest transformation was simply listening? In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we sit down with best-selling author, Marko Petrovic, who shares his extraordinary journey of trusting intuition, embracing stillness, and surrendering to life's calling. From running…
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Breaking Free from Self-Doubt with Hailima Yates: Mindset Shifts, Self-Worth, & Dissolving the Anchor - Ep. 84
Are limiting beliefs and self-doubt holding you back? Have you ever felt like you didn't belong or questioned your own worth? You're not alone. In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, Hailima Yates—mindset coach, transformational speaker, and author of Dissolving the Anchor—shares her deeply...
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Unbroken Optimism: How to Build a Resilient Mindset with Kofi Douhadji - Ep. 83
Have you ever been told that your dreams were impossible? That what you want just isn't for you? Well, today's guest, Kofi Douhadji, knows exactly what that feels like—but instead of accepting limitations, he used them as a launchpad for success. If you've ever felt stuck, doubted yourself, or...
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Healing from Trauma and Burnout: How Cancer Helped Ayla Shepherd Reclaim Her Life - Ep 82
What if illness isn't just something to fight—but a message from our body calling you to heal? In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we sit down with Ayla Shepherd, trauma-informed therapist, midlife transformation coach, and author of The Truth Trip. After receiving a shocking cancer...
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The Hidden Biases Sabotaging Your Financial Success with John Joseph De Goey - Ep 81
Are your own psychological biases secretly working against you when it comes to money? In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we sit down with John Joseph De Goey—a portfolio manager, author, and financial expert—to uncover the hidden forces shaping our financial decisions. In this episode,...
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Understanding Addiction: Regarding Substance Abuse and Addiction with Craig A. Williamson - Ep 80
This conversation with Craig Williamson goes beyond surface-level discussions about addiction. It's a deeply human exploration of what it means to navigate life's hardest challenges while finding ways to grow and inspire others. Whether you've been personally affected by addiction or are seeking...
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Navigating Life's Conflicts: Lessons from the River with Brian Curtis - Ep. 79
In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Brian Curtis, entrepreneur and author of There Is Only One Heart, to explore the profound lessons he's learned from over 25 years of white-water rafting. Brian shares the harrowing story of a near-death experience when he was anchored to the…
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Dare to Become with Julie Cropp Gareleck - Ep. 78
Sometimes the things we are reluctant to participate in end up laying a foundation for our success in the future. In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Julie Cropp Gareleck, the author of Dare to Become and CEO and founder of Junction Creative. They discuss leadership, motherhood, the…
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Lenses of Humanity: Reflection, Connection, & Empathy with Kyle Reyes - Ep. 77
One of the most beautiful aspects of life and human connection is the fact that no two people are alike. We are all unique and come with our own perspetives through which we see the world. And while it can variety and art and diversity to our experiences, it is also at the root of division,...
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When to Move on: The Sunk Cost Bias - Ep. 76
In this episode, Sione and Alana delve into the concept of sunk cost bias and determining when it's time to move on and stop investing in a project, goal, or environment that is no longer serving you. Why it can be so challenging to leave environments that no longer empower us? One of the…
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The Power of Focus - Ep. 75
In this episode Alana explores the profound connection between our focus and the joy we experience in our lives. Inspired by a quote from Russell M. Nelson, she delves into a heartwarming and insightful story from a recent experience teaching young children about forgiveness. Listen as she talks...
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Optimizing For Your Frame Of Mind - Ep. 74
The environment we place ourselves in impact our frame of mind. We can use willpower, energy, and discipline to control what we think about and how we think, but we can make things easier on ourselves. All we have to do is put ourselves in environments that align with the frame of mind we want to...
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Perfection Prevents Progress - Ep. 73
When does the pursuit for excellence become disempowering and disabling? Expecting perfection from ourselves and others can seem like a worthy pursuit, but it doesn't always yield the best results. Listen and learn about the 4 things you can focus on to get unstuck and feel empowered when...
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Permission To Be Imperfect - Ep. 72
This one is for any perfectionists out there who often find themselves stuck in inaction... especially when you actually know what needs to be done. In this episode, Alana shares a mindset shift that was inspired by an ultra-marathon runner and the word "imperfect". This little shift allowed her…
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Finances, Fitness, & Family with Matt DeHart: Foundations for Living a Fulfilled Life - Ep. 71
It's one thing to have a "Why"; it's another thing to make time for your "why". In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Matt DeHart of Highline Financial Coaching. Matt had always said that his why for doing things was his family. But after receiving some unexpected bad news, he realized...
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3 Steps to Elevate Self-Love with Karishma Gautam - Ep. 70
An important step in achieving our goals, making an impact that matters, and enjoying what we want is learning to love ourselves. This can be especially difficult if we've gone through trauma or were taught to believe things that limit our self-worth. Karishma Gautam helps women who have dealt…
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Overcoming Feelings Of Inferiority - Ep. 69
Feelings of subjective inferiority can prevent us from acknowledging the value we can add to various situations throughout my life. These feelings can convince us to play small, keep quiet, and miss out on opportunities to empower others. They kept us from living up to our potential and there…
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Finding Fulfillment with Shelby Delgado - Ep. 68
Life doesn't always go as we plan. It can be hard to find fulfillment when we expect to be married, have children, own a home, or be at a specific stage in our vocations by a certain age, and despite our greatest efforts, it doesn't happen. In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with Shelby...
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Note to Self - Ep. 67
If you could send a message to your past and future selves what would they be? In this impromptu episode, Alana sits down to share a message with her past and future selves that pretty much anyone could benefit from. This is especially true for those going through some growing pains, stepping...
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Living a Bliss Soft Life with Kathy Mou - Ep. 66
"Life doesn't have to be so hard." That's what Kathy Mou learned after struggling with infertility. In this episode, Sione and Alana sit down with life coach and the creator of The B.S. Life aka The Bliss Soft Life, Kathy Mou. Where she recounts the experiences in her life and her identity as an...
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The 7 Ps of Listening - Ep. 65
Communication is one of the most essential soft skills to develop if we want to be effective in our leadership, teaching, coaching, parenting, selling, and relationships. We speak to influence and to be understood, but if we aren't good at listening before we speak the things we say may seem to…
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Lessons on getting started with Sharon Takamori (daughter of The Sweet Lady of Waiahole) - Ep. 64
When is the best time to start taking action on our goals? When is it too late? Alana sat down with Sharon Takamori, who at 76 years old, decided to start a YouTube channel, even though she had little to no knowledge about how to get it done. They talk about how she dealt with setbacks and...
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Decrease Desicion Fatigue: The 3 E's of Decision Making - Ep. 63
Making decisions use up energy and bandwidth. And it's the most urgent decisions that end up using up most of our energy. When our energy is low and the time for making those desicions arrives, it is likely that we will end up making a decision we later regret. Not only that, the bandwidth…
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Finding Your Edge and Taking Advantage of Knowing Where You Are - Ep. 62
If we want to avoid wandering aimlessly in our lives and in pursuit of our goals we need 3 things: We need a map or a plan to follow We need to know where we currently are We need to know what our desired destination is or where we want to go One of the best ways to do identify those first two is...
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Don't let this fear hold you back - Ep. 61
If you don't know where you are, in relation to where you want to be, it's difficult to make progress on purpose. In this episode, Sione and Alana discuss the various fears and reasons we often avoid getting clear about where we are. They also discuss what we can do to manage those fears and...
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Increasing Your Capacity For More of What You Love and Feel Called to Do - Ep. 60
As leaders, there is always more to do than we have the capacity for at any given moment. We face the endless pull of projects, responsibilities, and obligations for our attention. As a result, it's easy to feel like there is never enough time to do more of the things we love and feel called to…
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The Lord Knows Best - Ep. 59
A few years ago Sione and Alana sat down with Jess and she shared with them a wonderful story about an experience she had while giving donkeys some water during a hot summer day and what it taught her. The lesson was that the Lord knows what we need and what's best for our growth and ability to...
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Reflect on this past year with these questions - Ep. 58
Powerful questions can direct our focus and attention. They can increase our awareness and help us to recognize the value of our experiences. They can also motivate us and increase our abilities to take empowered actions to improve ourselves, our lives, and our circumstances. In this episode…
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About this show
...because someone else's story might hold the lessons you didn't know you were missing.The show for purpose-driven individuals who are ready to grow through what others have gone through, so you can show up wiser, more empowered, and better equipped for your life and the people you feel called to serve. Join Sione and Alana as they sit down with people from all walks of life to unpack the transformational experiences that shaped them and the life lessons they've learned along the way...including the lessons that may be easy to miss.As alchemists of life's experiences, Sione and Alana extract the golden nuggets, success principles, and real-life practices that you can use to level up in your life, avoid unnecessary pain and setbacks, and become the person you're meant to be.We're all about living as empowered heroes who make progress and have a positive impact on the world on purpose. And someone else's story might hold the lesson you didn't know you were missing to do that.If yo
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