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The Slow Down Method
by Dan Michels
We live in a world where we are constantly bombarded by comparison and feeling the pressure that we are somehow far behind the road of life. Join Dan on a simple journey of self-discovery, taking the time to enjoy the process of life, and a couple of laughs along the way. In a world that is telling us to speed up, welcome to a place where downshifting in life can sometimes bring us true happiness. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/slow-down-method/support
Episodes
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S5:14 Interesting Revival
This week we're talking about being a Christian, revival, and what's happening at a christian college right now. Is revival a good thing? Is revival still something that happens? What is revival if it's just a moment, but nothing afterwards? These are some of my questions and I'll share my…
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S5:13 Content Creation
Have you ever wanted to be a content creator, but felt like there were enough people doing what you wanted to do? Maybe you've been talking about an idea for a long time, but just haven't leaped? This episode is for you! This week, I talk about content creation and why you should just do it if…
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S5:12 Crossroads
This week we talk about crossroads. These are places where we have to choose and figure out which path is best for us to take. How do you figure out which path is right? What happens when you go down the wrong one? I break down my own thoughts when I get stuck at one of these, and how my brain...
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S5:11 Around The World And Back
Hello everyone! We are back for another episode! This week I talk about the concert I just went to, some amazing people, and how sometimes you just need to leap to get where you need to be! Don't miss out! Check out https://ekkovision.com/?ref=kdrtjhjr for health supplements and gym wear. Use…
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S5:10 Anticipation
We're another week into 2026, so how are we doing? Did you hit your goal or did you miss it? This week, we discuss the anticipation of fulfilling that goal and other dreams for the year. Join me for a quick conversation and my hope for you this year.
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S5:9 #Gymshark66 Challenge
This week, I talk about a new goal that I have for 2026. I've been part of a challenge by Gymshark, a workout brand, for the last couple days. It is called the #gymshark66 challenge. For the next 66 days, I am committing to 3 goals to help my life and establish new habits. There are some other...
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S5:8 New Year's Eve
It has finally come to the end of the year! Another year down and many more to go. How did your year go? Are you excited for next year? I'm excited to end this year with this episode and with you. Let's end the year right and start it the new one even better!
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S5:7 Christmas 2025
Wow! Christmas is tomorrow, can you believe it? What a weird feeling to feel like time sped by just to get to here. How are you feeling about Christmas this year? I have some thoughts and feelings for this year and can't wait to share them. Just in case you haven't heard it yet, I hope you have a...
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S5:6 Talking, But Not Communicating
This week, I talk about an experience I had with a coworker. She had said that I shouldn't ever make music because of a miscommunication about a joke. After explaining that it was a joke and then even adding on that I have a lot of experience in the music world, she finally realized what I meant....
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S5:5 Faking Christianity
Hey everyone! This week, I talk about another time in my Christian journey. Do you ever feel like you're trying to fit in or hit maybe some random expectation that no one put on you? I've done that plenty of times and still do today. This week, I talk about why doing that doesn't make you more…
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S5:4 Vans Warped Tour Orlando
I just got back from the Vans Warped Tour this past weekend, and I am exhausted! However, don't worry, I am here to make an episode and tell you about my time at Warped Tour Orlando. So grab your favorite energy drink, open this pit up, and enjoy this episode!
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S5:3 Say It With Your Chest
Hello everyone! This week, we're talking about tough conversations and why we need to say what we mean and mean what we say. When we don't communicate effectively, we miss out on truly saying what needs to be understood. I bring up a story back in my ministry cult and talk about a time when…
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S5:2 Halloween
This week is Halloween. Do you celebrate it? I know when I was younger, I used to dress up like Bible characters because I wasn't allowed to trick or treat. This week, I talk about some thoughts about Halloween, being a Christian kid during that holiday, and some deeper topics. Don't get scared,...
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S5:1 The Cold Open
We're back! Welcome to season 5 (I know, I'm surprised too). After a two-week break, I am back to grace you with my presence. I am excited for this season! Maybe it's because we're about to hit the holidays, or it just feels nice to be back, either way, this season is gonna be good! Welcome to…
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S4 - Ep 40 "The Holidays"
This week marks the end of season 4! Don't worry, I'll be back in two weeks with the start of season 5! However, this week, we are talking about the holidays. Do you enjoy the holidays, or are you like me, where you've struggled to enjoy them? We talk about the holidays, life, and how autumn is...
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S4 - Ep 39 "Focus & Laughter"
This week, we shift gears to remind ourselves that growth is good, but we should also enjoy the progress we've made, too. As usual, I will tell silly stories or reveal how my brain works. Maybe you've been on a hustle and grind mentality, that's not bad, but don't forget to laugh a bit too.
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S4 - Ep 38 "This Past Weekend"
Over this past weekend, there has been a lot of stuff that happened, and not in the most positive way. I know that many of us are aware of what happened, and now it is up to us on how we want to respond. It may not be an easy topic, but this week I challenge you to take some time to ponder and…
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S4 - Ep 37 "National Suicide Awareness Month"
***Trigger Warning*** This month is National Suicide Awareness Month, and it's time to have a conversation about it. Join me this week as I open up in my personal life and share why this month is important. You may be going through life not knowing where to go or when to take the next turn, but…
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S4 - Ep 36 "The 3rd Quarter"
We are in September, finally! Crazy to think that we're here and not only that, we're only 3 months away from the end of the year! So, let's see where we stand right now. Are we doing better than we thought? Let's see where you stand in our 3rd quarter audit.
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S4 - Ep 35 "Responsibility & Accountability"
This week, we talk about work, coaching, and growth. How we respond can be the door we walk through or the wall we run into. Are we able to take accountability for our actions, or would we rather blame others for actions or lack of actions from ourselves? This might be a challenging episode, but…
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S4 - Ep 34 "Jealousy"
This week I talk about jealousy...and my caffeine addiction. I think you and I can definitely get stuck in the jealousy trap. Whether that's due to comparison, frustration, envy, or insecurity, we all sort of struggle with jealousy at least once in our lives. Today's episode is where I admit some...
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S4 - Ep 33 "Alumni"
Hello everyone, I have great news! I was invited to join my alma mater's Facebook group. Honestly, it's a bit funny to be invited to a group like that, not because I shouldn't be, but because it has been such a far-off memory for me. It's also funny because, to be honest, I haven't thought about…
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S4 - Ep 32 "Stress"
Is it just me, or does it feel like stress is creeping up on us? I know back-to-school is right around the corner, and everyone will probably be affected by it. How do you handle this back-to-school stress or any other stress? Join me this week as I handle my stress and how stress is only an...
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S4 - Ep 31 "Vans Warped Tour"
Vans Warped Tour Long Beach just ended this past weekend, which means Vans Warped Tour Orlando is the last one for this year! Let's talk Warped Tour and how it impacted my life. I talk a little bit about my transition from jamming out to VeggieTales to fan girling about Chiodos, Broadside, and so...
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S4 - Ep 30 "Name Calling"
We've all had some name given to us, and I'm not just talking about our government name, but I mean nicknames. Sometimes those nicknames can be good and reaffirming to us, and other times they can knock us down. This week, I want to talk to you about my journey with my nicknames and struggles…
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S4 - Ep 29 "Dear Creative"
Today we talk about you! I have heard many people who want to start a podcast, a business, or have a YouTube channel, but when push comes to shove, they don't take action. This is your sign to start creating! Don't let yourself get in the way of you! Join me this week, where we talk about how…
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S4 - 28 "Alignment"
This week, we are talking about alignment. What do you think about when you hear the word "alignment"? I think about an orthodontist or a chiropractor. Join me this week as I talk about alignment in my life and how we can use our past to affect our future through aligning it correctly.
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S4 - Ep 27 "My White Parents"
I don't know if I ever mentioned this, but I have white parents. No, it's not because they stole me from a country in Asia; they adopted me when I was little. This week, I want to talk about a little piece of that and how it has challenged me to grow in my life and hopefully challenge you in yours.
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S4 - Ep 26 "My Birthday!"
This week, it was my birthday! What a crazy year it's been, but what a great year to grow too. This week, I talk about my birthday, how last year was great, and that this year will be even better. I'm excited to share this episode and share my (belated) birthday!
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S4 - Ep 25 "The Let Them Theory"
Mel Robbins wrote a book called "The Let Them Theory". It's a theory that many people have been talking about recently. However, I think a lot of people are only hearing half of the theory. Yes, at the end of the day, people are going to choose what they want to do, but you have the same...
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S4 - Ep 24 "Welcome Rest"
This week, we discuss the power of rest. It's easy to jump to the next thing or idea, but sometimes, we just need to rest and reset. Join me as I explain why welcoming rest is key to the next great thing.
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S4 - Ep 23 "Welcome Failure"
This week, we discuss how failure can open doors to new opportunities or close doors that no longer align with our main goal. I speak from the heart and share some insight on why failing is an essential building block to figuring out who we need to be.
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S4 - Ep 22 "We Need To Talk"
Hey friends and family, we need to talk. Join me this week as we have a required conversation that will help you and me.
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S4 - Ep 21 "Show Up For Yourself"
Friends and family, I am excited to be back and share what's been happening this past week. There's much to go over, but will you believe it's all been good? This week, we are talking about showing up for yourself. Sounds easy, right? Then this episode should be a breeze! If you're not sure,...
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S4 - In Memory of James (Revisiting A Familiar Memory)
I wanted to share something important this week, so I have an extra episode for you. I've talked about my friend James before, but I feel like there's a different perspective this time. Please consider listening to this episode because this is also a thank you to you. Each of you has helped me in...
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S4 - Ep 20 "Pursuit"
Have you ever done a puzzle before? Maybe you feel like you can't see any progress, or perhaps you're frustrated because you know what the final picture looks like, but it isn't happening. What do you do? Friends, we need to keep in pursuit of the final picture. We may seek the final picture, but...
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S4 - "In Remembrance: My Grandma"
This is an extra "episode" but it's really just an update on my grandmother passing away and remembering that in moments like this, appreciate the people in your life. I do have a longer episode already coming out today too, so if this isn't for you, please consider listening to that one this…
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S4 - Ep 19 "Stay The Course"
This week I talk about staying the course. How many times have you gone out to do something exciting or new, but then felt like you made a mistake and decided not to do that? Well, I had a great conversation with one of my coworkers about the need to stay the course. Join me this week for how I...
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S4 - Ep 18 "I Used To Pray For Times Like This"
When I was younger, I couldn't wait to get older and start driving. I would be excited to drive wherever I wanted and do whatever I wanted. Fast forward to being an adult who can drive and the dream looks slightly different. Do I finally get to drive? Yes! Anywhere I want to? Ehhh not really. In...
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S4 - Ep 17 "Intentional"
This week I talk about being intentional...could be because of the new ADHD medication that I'm on, but I am locked in. Keeping with the idea that we need to find our community or tribe and let go of those who don't benefit us, today I talk about our responsibility to be intentional. There is…
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S4 - Ep 17 "Connect Card"
Maybe you've been to an event where you're asked to fill out a connect card or give information for future follow-up so you can stay connected. This week, I'm giving you that connect card by encouraging and challenging your life. I also have a small life update or two that I'm excited to share!...
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S4 - Ep 16 "3rd Year Failure"
You know what's super fun to talk about? Failure. Yep, this week I talk about a moment of failure in my life and how that took me to open doors to better myself. I talk about my time as an intern for my ministry program (possibly cult) and how being creative did not mean I should be leading…
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S4 - Ep 15 "Un/Christian"
This week I give more detail about my Christianity and provide some background context too. I believe that I want to be authentic and transparent, to be able to do that, I need to give a bit more clarity. This is a longer episode than I usually do, but I hope you stick around to listen.
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S4 - Ep 14 "Back From Vacation"
Hey everyone, we're back! Sorry I've been away, but I'm back with some updates! I missed you, say it back!
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S4 - Ep 13 "I Used To Be An Adventurer Like You..."
This week we talk about Skyrim, the video game. The reason is that like video games, I am always looking for ways to level up, see my skills, and horde a bunch of loot. Sometimes we need to take inventory of what we need to keep and what we should throw away. Join me this week to see how we can…
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S4 - Ep 12 "Finding My Salvation"
This week I talk about my salvation and expressing where I'm at with it all. Am I a Christian or am I the guy that doesn't want to go to hell?
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S4 - Ep 11 "Understanding The Divide"
This week I talk about a few different topics, Christianity, politics, and different communities. There's a lot of discussion on why we're divided and how we need to understand the various complex issues across the board. It's a long episode, but it's a good one.
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S4 - Ep 10 "Find Your Yes"
This week we talk about finding your yes. What areas in your life can you effortlessly say yes to? I share some of my answers to that question and I hope I challenge you to find your answers too!
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S4 - Ep 9 "Miracles of Normality"
In a world that glorifies extraordinary achievements, can we embrace the beauty of a "normal" life? This episode explores the quiet miracles in everyday living and challenges the belief that our value is tied to grandiose accomplishments. Through personal stories and reflections on the Christian...
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S4 - Ep 8 "Finances"
This week I talk about a "fun" topic, money. Since I've been talking a lot about starting 2025 with our best foot forward, I think finances might be the next step in that overall conversation. Join me this week as I talk about some of my frustrations with money, the job market, and other odds and...
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We live in a world where we are constantly bombarded by comparison and feeling the pressure that we are somehow far behind the road of life. Join Dan on a simple journey of self-discovery, taking the time to enjoy the process of life, and a couple of laughs along the way. In a world that is telling us to speed up, welcome to a place where downshifting in life can sometimes bring us true happiness. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/slow-down-method/support
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We live in a world where we are constantly bombarded by comparison and feeling the pressure that we are somehow far behind the road of life. Join Dan on a simple journey of self-discovery, taking the time to enjoy the process of life, and a couple of laughs along the way. In a world that is telling...
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