The ThriveWell Journey | Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Life After Disruption

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The ThriveWell Journey | Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Life After Disruption

The ThriveWell Journey: Let’s Make Thriving Our New NormalA transformation podcast for entrepreneurs, leaders, and creators navigating disruption, reinvention, and identity shifts while building something meaningful.Hosted by L. Michael Burt, the show explores entrepreneurship, leadership, and sustainable success through the lens of transformation, identity, and alignment. It is designed for those who have experienced burnout, life disruption, health challenges, career shifts, or internal turning points and are seeking a grounded way to move forward without losing themselves in the process.Through recorded conversations with founders, creators, and change-makers, along with Live Friday sessions called "Friday Night Lives" focused on real-time recalibration, the podcast offers insight into rebuilding clarity, redefining success, and leading from who you are becoming, not who you used to be.This is not about hustle or grind. It is

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    How to Pivot in Life After Change and Find Purpose Again | Jeff Seckendorf

    How do you know when it is time to pivot in life instead of staying committed to something that no longer fits?Jeff Seckendorf joins The ThriveWell Journey for a powerful conversation about pivoting, purpose, aging, reinvention, fun, accountability, and living fully after change. From film and scuba to coaching, endurance cycling, and world-record athletic achievement, Jeff shares what it looks like to keep creating new chapters instead of shrinking into old ones.This episode speaks to anyone rebuilding life after disruption, questioning what comes next, or learning how to tell the difference between quitting and choosing a new direction. Jeff’s story brings a grounded reminder: if something is no longer working, you do not have to stay there. You can pivot, get help, walk your talk, and create a life that still has purpose.Chapters00:00 Embracing Change: The Power of Pivoting06:14 Life's Pivots: From Film to Fitness11:41 Finding Purpose: Helping Others19:09 The Role of Motivation in Performance29:36 Getting Unstuck: The Importance of Support35:31 Navigating Internal States and Fun39:31 Coaching Across Generations43:32 The Importance of Accountability46:04 Aging: Perspectives and Experiences54:28 Living Life Fully and PivotingConnect w/ Jeff SeckendorfGuest LinksWebsite - https://coachmestrong.comPodcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-over-70/id1541234567ResourcesAnnie Duke's Book 'Quit' - https://www.amazon.com/Quit-psychology-when-know-when/dp/0062855744Jeff Seckendorf's Podcast 'Athletes Over 70' - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athletes-over-70/id1541234567CoachMeStrong.com - https://coachmestrong.comConnect w/ L. Michael & TTJYou did not lose your way. You got trapped inside a story about what happened. This free reset helps you separate the event from the meaning so you can move again. - https://bit.ly/YouDidNotLoseYourWayhttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch,https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Is Your Money Losing Power? Bitcoin, Inflation, and the Future of Wealth | Eric Runge

    Most people are asking whether Bitcoin is risky.But the better question is this: do we understand the money we already trust every single day?On this episode of The ThriveWell Journey Podcast, L. Michael Burt sits down with Eric Runge, founder of Veritas Bitcoin Strategies, to talk about Bitcoin, inflation, fiat currency, the U.S. dollar, financial trust, and what people need to understand before making decisions with money.This episode is not built on hype, panic, or quick financial promises. It is a grounded conversation about what happens when the cost of living rises, the dollar loses purchasing power, and more people ask whether Bitcoin belongs in long-term wealth.Eric breaks down fiat currency versus sound money, why the dollar is no longer backed by gold, why Bitcoin is often called digital gold, and why studying money matters before making investment decisions. Michael asks the questions many people have but may not know how to ask: What is Bitcoin? Why does it have value? How is it different from other cryptocurrencies? Should regular people pay attention? How do families, entrepreneurs, and investors prepare for a financial world changing faster than they realize?Money is not just numbers on a screen. It affects stress, family, retirement, business, opportunity, and how people plan their future.If you are trying to understand inflation, Bitcoin, the future of the dollar, or wealth in uncertain times, this episode will give you better questions and a stronger foundation.This episode is for educational purposes only and is not financial advice. Speak with a qualified financial professional before investing.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Austrian Economics and Monetary Theory02:55 The Importance of Understanding the Dollar and National Debt06:00 The Shift from Gold Standard to Fiat Currency09:04 The Current State of the Dollar and Global Currency Dynamics11:46 The Future of the Dollar and Potential Decline14:58 Navigating Finances in a Fiat System18:01 The Role of Bitcoin in the Financial Landscape20:56 Understanding Bitcoin: Its Origins and Significance23:46 Preparing for Financial Changes and the Role of Bitcoin32:21 Understanding Scarcity and Value in Bitcoin34:31 The Unique Characteristics of Bitcoin36:51 Bitcoin vs. Other Cryptocurrencies42:34 Advice for New Bitcoin Investors46:04 The Mindset of Bitcoin Maximalists56:28 The Importance of Financial EducationConnect w/ Eric RungeLinkedIn Family Office BitcoinBook - Bitcoin & The Family Office: An Intelligent Introduction for the Ultra AffluentConnect w/ L. Michael & TTJ You did not lose your way. You got trapped inside a story about what happened. This free reset helps you separate the event from the meaning so you can move again. - https://bit.ly/YouDidNotLoseYourWayhttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch,https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Be the Cause When Life Feels Unstable: Faith, Love, Marriage & Purpose

    In this Friday Night Live episode of The ThriveWell Journey Podcast, L. Michael Burt brings back Reagan, Chris Gibson, and Marc Davis for an honest, unfiltered conversation about life, love, faith, friendship, marriage, identity, and the pressure people are carrying right now.This episode moves like real life. It starts with old friends catching up, but quickly opens into deeper questions: What changes when you finally become open to love? How do you keep a marriage strong for 24 years? What happens when your children grow up and your home enters a new season? How do you stay hopeful when politics, education, social media, and the economy feel chaotic?Reagan talks about healing, femininity, love after independence, and the courage it takes to admit she is ready to be fully loved. Chris shares his journey toward completing his doctorate, leading as a principal, preparing for an empty nest, and honoring a marriage that has lasted through growth, pressure, and change. Marc brings a grounded perspective on purpose, service, writing, business, and staying open to the next chapter without forcing the outcome.Together, the conversation becomes a living example of what The ThriveWell Journey is about: real people navigating real pressure while choosing faith, responsibility, love, and purpose over fear.This is not a polished panel pretending life is easy. This is a real conversation about becoming, rebuilding, and choosing who you are going to be when the world gives you every reason to react.What You’ll Hear in This EpisodeReagan opens up about turning 48, becoming open to love, and realizing that healing has changed how she sees partnership, femininity, and being cared for.Chris Gibson talks about doctoral work, leadership in education, his children graduating, and what it means to move into a new season of marriage after raising a family.Marc Davis shares how he is living one day at a time, writing, consulting, serving others, and learning not to force outcomes that are not aligned.The group discusses social media, public pressure, politics, education, faith, and how to stay grounded when the world feels unstable.L. Michael Burt brings the conversation back to the central question: in the middle of all this pressure, who are you choosing to be?Chapters00:00 Reconnecting and Reflecting on Life Changes03:07 Embracing Love and Relationships05:59 Academic Pursuits and Personal Growth09:00 Life Perspectives and Open-Mindedness11:58 The Importance of Femininity and Vulnerability14:58 Navigating Age and Relationships18:05 Empty Nest and Rediscovering Marriage23:50 The Evolution of Marriage29:59 Intentional Time Together35:53 What the Hell Moments in Society40:01 Finding Hope in Uncertain TimesConnect w/ L. Michael & TTJ You did not lose your way. You got trapped inside a story about what happened. This free reset helps you separate the event from the meaning so you can move again. - https://bit.ly/YouDidNotLoseYourWayhttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch,https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Why Your Life Looks the Way It Does | Radical Responsibility and Self-Leadership After Disruption

    In this Friday Night Live solo episode of The ThriveWell Journey Podcast, L. Michael Burt breaks down why your life often reflects the choices, beliefs, and tolerations you have been living from, even when the results are not what you want. This is not a conversation about blame. It is a conversation about radical responsibility, self-leadership, and what it means to stop living at the effect of your circumstances.If you are navigating disruption, emotional drift, financial pressure, or the painful gap between the life you have and the life you know is possible, this episode will challenge you to look at your money, your environment, and your daily choices differently. Michael walks through the distinction between cause and effect, explains why your outer world often reflects your inner posture, and gives you a practical “cause audit” to help you identify what you have been avoiding, tolerating, and reinforcing.This episode sits right in the core of The ThriveWell Journey: identity, purpose, authorship, and rebuilding your life from the inside out after disruption.Connect w/ L. Michael & TTJ You did not lose your way. You got trapped inside a story about what happened. This free reset helps you separate the event from the meaning so you can move again. - https://bit.ly/YouDidNotLoseYourWayhttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch,https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    You’re Growing, But You’re Tired | The Real Difference Between Scaling and Growth| Kurt Uhlir

    A lot of people say “scale” when they really mean “grow.” In this conversation, Kurt Uhlir breaks down the difference in plain language and gives you a simple test that tells the truth fast: If your business got 10X customers tomorrow, would it survive or would it break you?We also get into the real-life side of leadership under pressure. How to hear “no” without turning it into rejection. Why documenting what you do is the first step to handing it off. The difference between authoritative leadership and servant leadership, and how leaders shift from controlling tasks to driving outcomes. Kurt also shares the moment that forced him to change how he treated people, and why trust is the foundation for teams, customers, and long-term growth.Key TakeawaysGrowth is adding more. Scaling is when what used to work stops workingThe 10X test that exposes whether your business can actually handle demand“No” is information, and often the first time you learn what’s trueStart building systems by writing down the steps while you do the workServant leadership focuses on outcomes and development, not controlBurnout awareness: measure yourself, build community, get real accountabilityBuild trust with customers by being transparent, especially with email frequencyChapters00:00 Introduction to Scaling Without Burnout01:31 Understanding Scaling vs. Growth03:36 The Early Lessons of Scaling07:26 The Importance of Sales and Curiosity10:54 Systems Thinking for Entrepreneurs12:52 Documenting Processes for Growth15:55 Hiring and Delegating Effectively21:28 Servant Leadership vs. Authoritative Leadership30:20 Recognizing and Addressing Burnout33:29 The Role of Accountability in Relationships36:05 Scaling Success: Lessons from an IPO37:54 Personal Crisis: The Catalyst for Change40:01 Transforming Leadership: From Authoritative to Servant49:46 Building Trust and Healthy Conflict in Teams55:08 Email Marketing: Building Trust with Your Audience01:00:43 Scaling Mistakes: Identifying Your Secret SauceConnect with Kurt Uhlir: resourcesKurt Uhlir's Website - https://kurtuhlir.comServant Leadership Framework - https://kurtuhlir.com/servant-leadershipBusiness Scaling Strategies - https://kurtuhlir.com/scaling-strategiesInstagram - https://instagram.com/kurtuhlirLinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/kurtuhlir

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    Stop Leaking Energy - Human Design, Burnout, and Business Alignment | Stefanie Carlstedt

    What if your business does not feel hard because you are doing too little, but because you are building in a way that does not fit who you are?In this episode of The ThriveWell Journey Podcast, L. Michael Burt sits down with Stefanie Carlstedt for a powerful conversation about human design for entrepreneurs, business alignment, burnout, and the invisible ways people leak energy by building from other people’s shoulds.This conversation goes deeper than tactics. Stefanie breaks down why so many entrepreneurs feel frustration, resentment, and burnout even when they are doing everything they were told should work. She explains how human design can help people understand how they are meant to lead, market, create offers, make decisions, and build a business that actually reflects who they are.Michael also brings his own real-time reflection into the episode, talking through what it means to return to what makes you feel alive, reconnect with creativity, and stop forcing business models that do not resonate. Together, this conversation explores the difference between performance and alignment, between grinding and building from truth, and between losing yourself slowly and coming back home to yourself.In this episode, we talk about: Human design for entrepreneurs, why your business feels harder than it should, leaking energy in business and life, burnout and misalignment, building from other people’s shoulds, Authentic marketing and aligned offers, How to reconnect with who you really are, Why burnout is not always about doing too muchIf you have been feeling frustrated, exhausted, all over the place, or like your business no longer fits who you are, this conversation will meet you right where you are.Connect with Stefanie Carlstedt through the links in the show notes and grab her Human Design Business Starter Kit.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Human Design06:32 The Journey of Self-Discovery12:39 Aligning Business with Human Design18:14 Understanding Energy Types in Human Design24:52 The Importance of Authenticity30:29 Bridging Old and New Business Models36:17 The Role of Human Design in Business Success42:43 Overcoming Misalignment and Burnout48:22 The Future of Entrepreneurship56:48 Final Thoughts and Call to ActionConnect w/ Stefanie:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephaniecarlstedt/http://stefcarlstedt.com/hdreportConnect w/ L. Michael & TTJ You did not lose your way. You got trapped inside a story about what happened. This free reset helps you separate the event from the meaning so you can move again. - https://bit.ly/YouDidNotLoseYourWayhttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch,https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Why So Many High Performers Are Exhausted Beneath the Success | Dr. Jacqueline Campbell

    A lot of people have mastered the art of looking fine while carrying far more than anyone can see.Dr. Jacqueline Campbell sits down with L. Michael Burt to unpack burnout, trauma, emotional accountability, and the nervous system patterns that keep high performers achieving while still feeling depleted underneath it all.This is not a surface-level talk about stress. It gets into what happens when old pain, constant pressure, and survival mode start shaping how you work, lead, and live. For the person who has been producing, pushing, and showing up while peace still feels out of reach, this episode will land.Action ItemsPractice daily self-awareness and mindfulness exercisesIdentify and work through feeder memories using visualization and journalingImplement a consistent water, sleep, and exercise routine to optimize nervous system healthUse frequency music to elevate emotional statesTake radical responsibility for your actions and mindsetChapters00:00 Understanding the Nervous System and High Performance02:25 The Importance of Self-Awareness04:54 Identifying Red Flags in Life08:18 Personal Stories of Transformation12:08 The Role of Emotional Intelligence20:03 Harnessing the Power of the Nervous System22:47 Practical Steps to Regulate Your Nervous System31:13 Empathy and Self-Compassion32:10 Radical Responsibility and Accountability34:23 Vibrational Alignment and Love36:35 Cognitive Processing and High Performance40:58 Healing Through Discomfort44:43 Taking Accountability in Everyday Life47:31 The Importance of Self-Care51:51 Vision Expansio and Emotional Intelligence54:44 Resilient Minds Podcast and Conscious LivingConnect w/ Dr. JacquelineWebsite - https://drjacquelinecampbell.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/visionexpansio/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/visionexpansio/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jacqueline-campbell-nd-lpcs/Connect w/ L. Michael & TTJ You did not lose your way. You got trapped inside a story about what happened. This free reset helps you separate the event from the meaning so you can move again. - https://bit.ly/YouDidNotLoseYourWayhttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch,https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    30 Days Later: Recognizing Shifts and Growth in Life After Disruption

    In this episode, L. Michael Burt reflects on a 30-day transformational journey that speaks directly to entrepreneurs and leaders navigating life after disruption. Emphasizing entrepreneurial leadership and sustainable business success, he explores the internal shifts that follow periods of upheaval, offering practical questions and exercises to recognize growth, celebrate progress, and sustain ongoing development. Listeners will gain actionable insights to help align their purpose after a disruption and continue to evolve personally and professionally. Tune in to discover how to harness these changes as a foundation for thriving beyond challenges and setbacks.If you have been walking through disruption, healing, reinvention, purpose work, or identity change, this conversation is for you. Book Your Alignment Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/lmichaelburt-thethrivewelljourney/empowerment-discovery-call Get The Empowered Path here: https://bit.ly/TheEmpoweredPath1stchapter Follow, rate our show, comment, and share this with someone ready to stop reducing their transformation to a moment and start building from it.

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    Breaking Mental Barriers for Sustainable Business Success | Shane Perry

    Entrepreneurial leadership and sustainable business success often hinge on breaking through mental barriers that hold us back. In this insightful conversation, entrepreneur and achievement coach Shane Perry teams up with L. Michael Burt to explore how mindset, disruption, and comfort zones affect our ability to reach goals. Drawing from Shane's three decades of experience building sales organizations and studying high achievers, the episode delves into the psychology of achievement and the importance of embracing disruption as a catalyst for growth and purpose after disruption.Whether you're navigating life after disruption or striving to create lasting success, Shane shares practical strategies for overcoming resistance, such as working in focused 90-day cycles and shifting from negative motivation to results-driven mindsets. This episode offers a powerful wake-up call for entrepreneurs and leaders eager to break free from limiting patterns and build sustainable success.Join us to learn why mindset is the greatest obstacle to success today and how you can leverage entrepreneurial leadership principles to pursue a life and business defined by impact and intentional growth.TakeawaysMost people fail their goals because they stay inside their comfort zone. Growth requires disruption and intentional change.Success is built through focused cycles of action. Working in 90-day goal cycles helps create momentum and measurable progress.Negative motivation can be powerful. Sometimes the drive to avoid staying stuck pushes people to take action.Limiting beliefs quietly control behavior. Becoming aware of the mental barriers you carry is the first step to overcoming them.High achievers think differently. They choose action over comfort and pursue a life defined by results, not regrets.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Shane Perry: A Game Changer02:10 The Journey to Entrepreneurship03:51 Overcoming Fear and Procrastination06:09 Setting Goals and Action Plans09:19 Understanding Comfort Zones12:56 The 90-Day Cycle for Success15:36 Cultivating Goals and Vision Boards17:33 The Power of Negative Motivation20:22 Building a New Comfort Zone23:09 Disruption and Its Importance26:46 The Role of Habits in Success28:43 Limiting Beliefs and Mental Shifts30:08 Continuous Growth and New Challenges34:28 Breaking the Mold: The Path Less Traveled36:34 Cultivating Awareness and Mindset38:39 Rekindling the Fire: Motivation and Grit41:50 The Contrarian Mindset: Achievers vs. Non-Achievers44:04 Transformation Through the Journey47:24 Setting Goals for Success50:28 The Drive to Help Others53:55 Success Stories: Real-Life Transformations56:30 Navigating Comfort Zones and Friendships01:00:08 Emotional Resilience and Growth01:03:55 Living a Life of Results, Not RegretsThe Empowered Path: 7 Days to Reclaim Your Purpose and Passion is a guided reset for anyone navigating change, adversity, or reinvention. It’s practical, grounded, and designed to help you reconnect with clarity and direction.Download the first chapter here: 👉 https://bit.ly/TheEmpoweredPath1stchapterBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Entrepreneurial Leadership After Disruption: Early Cancer Detection & Prevention | Bo Short

    Entrepreneurial leadership after disruption. Prevention before tragedy. Early cancer detection. School safety technology. Bo Short. BMRT.Bo Short is a plane crash survivor and cancer survivor who now leads BMRT, developing molecular resonance detection technology with life-changing applications in early cancer detection, school safety, and public health.This conversation is about what entrepreneurial leadership looks like when the stakes are real. Prevention instead of reaction. Purpose instead of performance. The responsibility of building innovation that could protect children, families, and entire communities, while also changing how disease is detected before it takes hold.Bo shares how disruption reshaped his priorities, why character cannot be segmented between personal life and business, and what sustainable business success actually requires when you are building something bigger than yourself.For entrepreneurs, leaders, creators, and innovators navigating change, this is a future-focused conversation about purpose-driven leadership, ethical stewardship, and thriving through transformation.TakeawaysInnovation stems from identity and purpose.Life disruptions can lead to significant personal growth.Thriving is about living a life of integrity and purpose.Character is essential in both personal and professional life.Technology can play a crucial role in enhancing safety and health.Early detection of cancer can save lives and reduce suffering.Hope is a powerful motivator in overcoming challenges.Teamwork is essential for achieving significant goals.Ethical stewardship is vital in the development of new technologies.The future of technology holds immense potential for societal impact.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Bo Short and His Journey07:43 Defining Moments and Life Disruptions14:46 The Importance of Purpose and Joy21:04 Thriving Beyond Achievements28:33 Innovative Technology: BMRT Explained35:49 Innovative Detection Technology39:00 School Safety Solutions46:00 Cancer Detection Advancements51:10 Human Trafficking and DNA Detection01:00:57 The Future of Technology and ResponsibilityConnect with Bo ShortWebsite: https://bmrt.io/🔗 If this conversation stirred something in you — especially around leadership, purpose, or rebuilding after disruption — I created something for you.The Empowered Path: 7 Days to Reclaim Your Purpose and Passion is a guided reset for anyone navigating change, adversity, or reinvention. It’s practical, grounded, and designed to help you reconnect with clarity and direction.Download the first chapter here: 👉 https://bit.ly/TheEmpoweredPath1stchapterThis isn’t about motivation. It’s about alignment.http://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Healing Is Not a Straight Line: Purpose After Disruption and Entrepreneurial Leadership

    In this episode of The ThriveWell Journey, we explore the nonlinear path of healing and its role in entrepreneurial leadership and creating sustainable business success after life disruption. Week 2 of Purpose After Disruption focuses on breaking the illusion that healing should be a straight line, emphasizing that the goal is not to "never feel it again" but to prevent temporary setbacks from dictating your permanent future.Join us as we practice naming your current emotional state without turning it into a story, spotting default reaction patterns, and learning to choose your next move intentionally rather than reacting on autopilot. This live session also invites you to create again from a blank canvas, stopping the past from leaking into your future and reinforcing your purpose after disruption.Download the free first chapter of The Empowered Path to support your journey here: https://bit.ly/TheEmpoweredPath1stchapterWhat word comes to mind when you think of your blank canvas? Share with us: peace, discipline, clarity, truth, or consistency.

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    Fear Is Fuel: Neuroscience of Fear and Building Courage for Entrepreneurs | Patrick Sweeney

    Fear shows up fast, and in entrepreneurial leadership, it can quietly influence decisions if you do not have language for it. In this episode of The ThriveWell Journey, L. Michael Burt sits down with Patrick Sweeney, the “Fear Guru,” to break down the neuroscience of fear, how to build courage on purpose, and how that translates into sustainable business success.Patrick shares how fear works in the brain, what an amygdala hijack looks like in real life, and why courage is something you can train through repeated choices. We unpack the fear triangle, why imposter syndrome hits even high-performing entrepreneurs, and how health and nervous system care affect your ability to lead under pressure. We also get into Patrick’s BOODA Doctrine, where belief comes first, and how closing the belief gap helps founders turn chaos into cadence and build momentum that lasts.If fear has been influencing your choices, this conversation will give you language, clarity, and a practical way forward for life and business.Comment below: Where do you notice fear showing up most right now, and what choice are you making anyway?Top TakeawaysFear can become fuel when you can name it and work with itCourage is built through reps and conscious choicesHealth and nervous system care shape leadership under pressureThe fear triangle helps identify what kind of fear you are dealing withImposter syndrome is common even among successful leadersCuriosity can replace judgment and improve decision-makingClosing the belief gap turns chaos into cadence and builds momentumChapters00:00 Introduction to Fear and Purpose01:10 The Journey from Fear to Courage04:06 Understanding the Neuroscience of Fear08:52 Building Courage: Practical Steps12:01 The Role of Health in Overcoming Fear14:01 The Fear Triangle: Instinctual, Physical, and Emotional17:30 The Belief Gap and Entrepreneurial Courage20:04 The Buddha Doctrine: A Framework for Action23:04 Transformative Life Experiences27:12 Living Beyond Fear: A New Perspective33:15 Authenticity in Leadership34:46 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome36:46 The Entrepreneurial Journey38:50 Belief and Opportunity40:44 The Buddha Loop: Belief and Orientation46:43 Turning Chaos into Cadence55:55 The Power of Data in Decision MakingConnect with Patrick SweeneyWebsite: https://www.thefounderscreed.com/🔗 Get Empowered & Aligned for yourselfhttps://bit.ly/AlignmentResethttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Sustainable Success and Entrepreneurial Leadership After Disruption | Adaku Mbagwu

    Entrepreneurial leadership gets heavy when you’ve always been the one carrying everybody. Adaku Mbagwu breaks down the Fixer Identity, overgiving, and how to build sustainable business success after life after disruption.L. Michael Burt sits down with Adaku Mbagwu, founder of Healed Hero, to talk about firstborn daughter patterns and why so many high achievers feel responsible for everyone’s emotional world. Adaku breaks down how triggers reveal the story running your mind, why success can still feel hollow, and how meditation, self-awareness, and community support help you rebuild from peace instead of pressure.If you’ve ever felt like you have to earn love, earn success, or earn rest, this conversation will give you language and a practical way forward.Connect w/ Adaku MbagwuFree training: https://www.healedhero.com/free-trainingConnect w/ The ThriveWell JourneyStart The Empowered Path (Chapter 1): https://bit.ly/TheEmpoweredPath1stchapterTakeawaysAdaku Mbagwu emphasizes the power of self-awareness in personal growth.Firstborn daughters often feel a sense of responsibility that can lead to over-giving.Ambition and peace can coexist; it's about finding balance.Life's challenges are opportunities for growth and self-discovery.Community support is crucial for firstborn daughters to thrive.Meditation and self-reflection can lead to profound insights.Triggers often reveal deeper issues that need to be addressed.The Healed Hero community aims to empower women to fill their cups before giving to others.Personal experiences shape our ability to coach and support others.Emotions are gifts that guide us towards alignment with our true selves.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Adaku Mbagwu01:11 Life in Tulum and Transition to Dubai03:12 The Journey to Coaching High Performers09:34 Understanding Firstborn Daughters12:04 Ambition and Peace: A Balancing Act18:37 Adaku's Early Life and Family Dynamics25:21 The Burden of Responsibility30:41 Triggers and Personal Growth33:08 Understanding the Mind's Filters36:27 Shifting Perspectives on Success39:51 The Power of Intentional Choices42:41 Navigating Family Dynamics and Grief46:48 Transformative Experiences and Personal Growth52:30 Building the Healed Hero Community56:10 Setting Boundaries for Firstborn Daughters01:01:27 Embracing Challenges as Growth OpportunitiesBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch,https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Alignment as a Practice: Entrepreneurial Leadership and Sustainable Growth in the ThriveWell Journey

    Host L. Michael Burt dives deep into entrepreneurial leadership through the lens of alignment as a daily, practical leadership practice essential for sustainable business success and personal growth. Designed for entrepreneurs and leaders navigating life after disruption, this episode explores how heightened self-awareness reveals hidden misalignments and how internal friction serves as valuable data rather than a failure. Michael shares strategies to slow down, recalibrate purpose, and make intentional decisions that support long-term success without burnout. You'll also learn why community plays a crucial role in maintaining consistency, emotional regulation, and identity clarity during times of growth. Tune in for actionable insights on turning alignment into a powerful tool for thriving amid change.Start here:Free chapter of The Empowered Path: https://bit.ly/TheEmpoweredPath1stchapterThe ThriveWell Journey: https://thriwewelljourney.comTakeaways- Alignment is a daily practice expressed through actions, not ideas.- Coherence is the signal that your life and leadership are stabilizing.- Misalignment is data. Notice it, do not shame it.- Subtraction creates alignment faster than adding more goals.- Community reinforces consistency when willpower fades.- Alignment reveals identity shifts that impact business decisions.- Slowing down improves clarity, purpose, and execution.- Life teaches lessons you only learn when you listen.- Thriving becomes normal when alignment becomes your standard.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Alignment Reset Series01:15 Understanding Alignment and Coherence05:47 The Practice of Alignment08:46 Community and Support in Alignment11:10 Looking Ahead: Purpose and Intentional Livinghttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch,https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Dreams as a Compass: Insights on Entrepreneurial Leadership and Personal Growth

    Discover why you'll spend 20 years of your life dreaming and how to unlock this untapped roadmap to your purpose with Caleb Matthews, international speaker and dream interpretation expert.Learn the DNA of design framework spirit, soul, and body as the triune being, and how "SEELINKS" (moments you miss daily) reveal your true calling. Explore the IYR principle for early years of entrepreneurship renovation. Caleb reveals the three sources of dreams, how to train your subconscious with declarations before sleep, and practical dream journaling techniques.Perfect for entrepreneurs burning out from hustle culture, spiritual seekers wanting practical tools, leaders searching for their inner engine and purpose, and anyone ready to stop glossing over the See-Links that connect their daily life to their DNA of design and live full of days, not empty of days.Chapters0:00 - Introduction: Nobody Can Clone You at the Cellular Level4:30 - Reflective Question: What Has Life Been Teaching You Lately?10:15 - What Are See-Links? DNA of Design Explained17:07 - IYR Principle: Early Years of Entrepreneurship & Renovation26:00 - Why Don't People Remember Their Dreams?31:15 - Eastern vs Western Culture: Dreams as Valuable as Brushing Teeth40:20 - Declare Before Sleep: Training Your Subconscious45:30 - Harriet Tubman: The Moses Who Used Dreams as Roadmap51:00 - Joseph & Daniel: Interpreting Dreams for Kings58:00 - Inner World More Real Than Outer World?1:06:00 - Great Pyramids of Giza: Night Season Blueprints1:09:31 - Peace is the Potting Soil of RevelationConnect w/ Caleb Matthewshttp://www.calebmatthews.net/design-quiz🔗 Get Empowered & Aligned for yourselfhttps://bit.ly/AlignmentResethttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch,https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney#dreaminterpretation #dnaofdesign #nightseasonmysteries #purposediscovery #calebmatthews #triunebeing #clinks #subconscioustraining #dreamjournal #harriettubmandreams #iyerprinciple #peacepottingsoil #wordsCreateworlds #easterndreamculture #hustleculture #dreamrecollection #declarebeforesleep #unseenrealm #spiritualbusiness #fullofdaysnotempty #roadmaptopurpose #trainsubconscious #entrepreneurrenovation #thrivewelljourney #sleepwisdom

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    Aligned After Adversity: Entrepreneurial Leadership and Meaningful Change with Keisha Queeley

    What do you do when life breaks everything open? In this powerful episode of The ThriveWell Journey Podcast, we explore entrepreneurial leadership and sustainable business success through the inspiring story of Keisha Queeley, founder of Stocked Up Future. Keisha shares her journey through unimaginable disruption, from losing her husband to navigating financial uncertainty, raising six children, and stepping into alignment with her true purpose.This conversation goes beyond money; it’s about identity, resilience, community, and building a future with intention after life’s biggest upheavals. Keisha's story is a compelling example of leadership and thriving in the face of adversity, illustrating key lessons on rebuilding a meaningful life and business.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, misaligned, or uncertain about what comes next, this episode will meet you right where you are and show you how the ThriveWell journey can guide you to sustainable success and personal growth after disruption.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Gratitude02:56 Navigating Life's Seasons06:03 Facing Adversity: A Personal Journey12:01 Finding Alignment and Community Support18:03 Scripting a New Reality23:56 Building a Business with Family29:55 The Power of Stillness and Reflection32:54 Finding Clarity in Chaos34:58 The Power of Experience and Growth37:00 Separating Identity from Experience39:59 The Journey to Coaching and Contribution44:00 Building Financial Literacy for Future Generations49:04 Overcoming Financial Setbacks51:06 Creating a Supportive Learning Environment54:50 Facing Fears and Embracing Change59:51 Leaving a Legacy of Resilience and GrowthIn this episode, we explore:What alignment looks like after life disruptionHow Keisha rebuilt her life through community and clarityFinancial empowerment through stock market educationThe difference between what happened and the story we carryTeaching the next generation wealth, resilience, and confidenceWhy fear is often a signal of growthKeisha also breaks down how her program Stocked Up Future helps everyday people learn technical analysis and build financial confidence one step at a time.Connect with Keisha QueeleyWebsite: https://stockedupfuture.comEmail: [email protected]🔗 Get Empowered & Aligned for yourselfhttps://bit.ly/AlignmentResethttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    From Force to Flow: Using Quantum Physics to Blow Up Your Old Self & Align to 2026 | Cortney

    Discover how to stop chasing the "how" and surrender to the intelligence that beats your heart in this profound conversation with Cortney McDermott, exploring quantum physics, the Dao teaching of non-doing, and aligning to your future self in 2026.Learn why relaxation and surrender are more powerful than forced action, how to navigate the back-and-forth between old identity and new nervous system, and the four ways to get ice cream as a framework for understanding forced versus effortless action.Cortney reveals the white fire of purification process, probability amplitude alignment, and why you must be willing to blow up your phoenix to be reborn.Chapters0:00 - Introduction: Tech Gremlins & Honoring the First Conversation6:45 - Stop Chasing the How: Trusting Inner Intelligence11:20 - "I Have No Idea How You're Figuring This Out"16:30 - The Back & Forth: Old Identity vs. New Nervous System24:20 - Four Ways to Get Ice Cream: Force vs. Flow Framework30:00 - The Tantrum State: Recognizing Nervous System Dysregulation36:00 - Currency = Flow: Understanding Money as Relationship44:15 - Collapsing Particles: How Attention Creates Reality56:15 - Step 1 for 2026: Align to New Probability58:00 - Step 2: Give Up Who You've Been (William Blake Quote)1:02:45 - Step 3: Relax Around How It's Happening1:05:00 - Closing: Let's Make Thriving Our New Normal🔗Cortney's Socialshttp://linktr.ee/cortinchttps://www.instagram.com/cortneymcdermott/https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/🔗 Get Empowered & Aligned for yourselfhttps://bit.ly/AlignmentResethttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney#stopchasingthehow #quantumphysics #daowisdom #surrendercontrol #futureselfalignment #2026transformation #whitefireofpurification #nervoussystemhealing #phoenixrebirth #nondoing #innerintelligence #probabilityamplitude #evolutionaryimpulse #currencyisflow #moneymindsetquantum #multiplelifetimes #williamblake #forcedvsflow #cosmosinchaos #authenticself #quantumentrepreneur #spiritualbusiness #thrivewelljourney #courtneyMcDermott #quantumconsciousness

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    Navigating the In-Between: The Alignment Reset for Entrepreneurial Leadership

    In this episode of Friday Night Live, host L. Michael Burt continues the Alignment Reset series with a grounded conversation about entrepreneurial leadership, sustainable business success, and life after disruption.This episode focuses on the challenging phase of identity transformation many entrepreneurs and leaders experience when an old way of operating no longer fits, but a new identity has not fully taken shape. L. Michael explores the in-between as a crucial space where familiar identities dissolve and new ways of leading, creating, and living begin to form.Rather than framing this transitional period as confusion or failure, the conversation reframes it as an essential incubation period for creativity, self discovery, and deeper awareness. Listeners will hear why rushing clarity, forcing outcomes, or defaulting to familiar patterns often blocks growth, and how alignment and coherence create space for natural momentum, opportunities, and partnerships.L. Michael shares personal insight from his own ThriveWell Journey, including the evolution of FAYEWAY Media, named in honor of his mother, as an example of leadership rooted in alignment rather than resistance. His experience highlights how sustainable business success emerges when awareness replaces control and coherence replaces force.This episode is designed for entrepreneurs, leaders, and creatives navigating transformation, reinvention, and purposeful shifts in 2026 who want to grow without burning out or losing themselves in the process.Listeners are invited to reflect on their own alignment journey, engage with the growing community, and continue exploring this work through The Empowered Path workbook and future Friday Night Live conversations.00:00 Introduction to Friday Night Live04:00 Understanding the Alignment Reset08:51 The In-Between: An Incubation Space12:24 Creativity and Coherence in Transformation16:32 Inviting Community Engagement and AwarenessIf this conversation resonates and you want structured support while navigating the in-between, you are invited to explore The Empowered Path, a companion workbook designed to support clarity, alignment, and awareness during identity transitions.Access the first chapter here:👉 https://bit.ly/TheEmpoweredPath1stchapter

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    Why 88% of Entrepreneurs Struggle Mentally: David Prosper on Clarity, Purpose & Life by Design

    Discover how to break free from confusion and find clarity in this transformative episode featuring David Prosper, a clarity coach who helps entrepreneurs escape mental prisons and live life by design.Learn why 88% of entrepreneurs report mental health struggles and 12% cite no purpose or direction, and discover David's powerful C5 Method for moving from the messy middle to breakthrough clarity.David shares his journey from Haiti's slums to the projects of Fort Lauderdale, revealing how resiliency, resourcefulness, and resolve became his blueprint for helping entrepreneurs, executives, and individuals in transition design lives of authentic purpose.Perfect for purpose-driven entrepreneurs, coaches, business owners stuck in default mode, and anyone ready to stop accumulating more and start removing what's blocking their breakthrough.Chapters0:00 - Introduction: The Clarity Crisis in Entrepreneurship4:30 - Reflective Question: What Truth Took Years to Accept?10:45 - The Immigrant Story: From Haiti to Fort Lauderdale Projects17:30 - The Obsession: Why Smart People Stay Stuck in Mental Prisons23:15 - The Statistics: 88% Mental Health Struggles Among Entrepreneurs26:30 - Why Accumulating More Keeps You Stuck32:15 - Discomfort as Growth: Seeds, Caterpillars, and Baby Eagles35:45 - The C5 Method: David's Framework for Breakthrough Clarity44:00 - Why Intelligent People Live in Mental Prisons53:45 - First Step to Clarity: OQP - Only Quality People56:00 - The 3-Step Framework: Exposure, Education, Embodiment58:30 - Getting Grounded: Moving Out of Survival Brain1:02:45 - Final Wisdom: Make Progress & Find Clarity Every Day🔗 Connect with David on LinkedInwww.linkedin.com/in/davidprosper🔗 Check out - https://theclaritybrand.ai/ by David🔗 Get Empowered & Aligned for yourselfhttps://bit.ly/AlignmentResethttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast?Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney#claritycoachingnow #c5method #purposedrivenentrepreneur #lifebydesign #breakingfreefromthepast #entrepreneurmentalhealth #messymiddletomastery #authenticleadership #challengeyourstories #thrivewelljourney #defaultmodenommore #intentionalliving #entrepreneurclarity #removetogrow #qualitypeople #exposureeducationembodiment #mentalprisonbreakthrough #survivaltothriving #clarityequalprogress #heroorvixtim #davidprosper #entrepreneurialpurpose #consciousentrepreneurship #groundedleadership #transformationalcoaching

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    The Alignment Reset: Realizing Your Life Is Running on Autopilot - Friday Night Live

    In this first Friday Night Live of 2026, L. Michael Burt opens the Alignment Reset Series, a live extension of The ThriveWell Journey.This conversation is for anyone navigating life after disruption, whether that disruption came through divorce, health challenges, loss, career shifts, or the quiet realization that who you’ve been no longer fits who you’re becoming.In this episode, L. Michael speaks directly to the moment many people never name: when life starts running on autopilot. When survival patterns, old stories, and learned responses quietly take over and begin to feel like identity.This session focuses on awareness as the foundation of purpose and explores:Why adaptation is often mistaken for identityHow patterns formed during disruption can end up running your lifeThe difference between what you experience and who you areWhat an Alignment Reset really means after misalignmentHow awareness restores authorship and directionAs part of this conversation, listeners are invited to access the first chapter of The Empowered Path, a companion workbook designed to support clarity, reflection, and intentional forward movement after disruption.🔗 Access the first chapter of The Empowered Path: https://sites.google.com/theoriancegroup.com/theempoweredpath/homeTo go deeper into the full body of work, including The Empowered Path and The Empowered Shift, explore the Empowered Series here: 🔗 https://theempoweredseries.com/Friday Night Live is where community, identity, and realignment meet. New live sessions happen every Friday at 7 PM, with full podcast episodes released Mondays at 7 AM.

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    From Surviving to Thriving: Align With Your Future Self & Break Free From Old Patterns | S1 Finale

    🔗When who you were no longer matches who you are becoming, this is your reset point. The Alignment Reset helps you realign with your future self and move forward with clarity. https://bit.ly/AlignmentReset Discover how to separate experience from meaning and align with your future self in this transformative Season 1 finale of The ThriveWell Journey Podcast. L. Michael shares three powerful principles for becoming your aligned self right now, not in 2026. Learn why feelings aren't instructions, how to choose orientation over reaction, and the critical practice that makes alignment sustainable. If you've ever experienced yourself as a failure while building something meaningful, this episode reveals how disruption isn't designed to break you but to interrupt automatic patterns so something new can emerge. Plus, get free access to the Alignment Reset course, designed for entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders who are overcoming burnout, navigating life transitions, and choosing sustainable success over the hustle culture. Perfect for purpose-driven entrepreneurs, personal development seekers, and anyone ready to stop repeating patterns and start creating from their future identity. 🔗 Get Empowered & Aligned for yourself https://bit.ly/AlignmentReset http://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELL Be a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney #alignmentreset #futureselfnow #antihuslteculture #purposedrivenentrepreneur #sustainablesuccess #entrepreneurburnout #breakingoldpatterns #thrivewelljourney #personaldevelopment #spiritualentrepreneur #consciousbusiness #lifeafterdisruption #identitytransformation #phoenixrising #alignedliving #fridaynightlive #freecourse #2026goals #thrivenotsurvive #authenticentrepreneur #mindsetshift #businessalignment #careerchange #transformationjourney #entrepreneurmindset #purposeoverpressure #podmatch

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    Spiritual Awakening & the Ego with Christian De La Huerta: From Trauma to Conscious Leadership

    Discover the transformative journey of Christian De La Huerta, author and spiritual teacher, who fled communist Cuba and overcame deep self-hatred to become a leading voice in conscious leadership and personal empowerment.In this raw, emotional conversation, Christian reveals how understanding the ego mind is the key to authentic transformation, why most people live from a "baseball in a stadium" perspective, and how breathwork can permanently clear decades of trauma.Learn why traditional therapy often fails, how to stop living from survival mode, and the two constants that appear in every one of Christian's transformational retreats.Perfect for anyone seeking personal transformation, spiritual growth, inner healing, or wanting to understand how childhood trauma shapes adult behavior and how to finally break free.Chapters :0:00 - Introduction: Welcome & The Power of Transformation7:31 - From Scarcity to Abundance: First Impressions of America12:15 - The Journey from Self-Hatred to Self-Acceptance24:50 - Why Most People Play Small in Life38:45 - How Childhood Trauma Shapes Adult Identity43:10 - The Problem with Traditional Talk Therapy47:35 - Breathwork: The Tool That Changes Lives Permanently56:40 - Dealing with Triggers and Emotional Reactivity59:03 - Soul Power & The Freedom of Healing1:03:00 - Final Question: What Bold Step Will You Take?🔗Read Christian's Book here - https://soulfulpower.com/Awakening-The-Soul-Of-Power-Book/🔗 Get Empowered & Aligned for yourself https://bit.ly/AlignmentResethttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch,https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney#spiritualawakening #egowork #breathwork #innerhealing #traumahealing #personaltransformation #consciousleadership #spiritualgrowth #authenticself #mentalhealth #selfworth #childhoodtrauma #healingjourney #spiritualteacher #mindfulness #selfmastery #playingsmall #religioustrauma #spirituality #personaldevelopment #emotionalhealing #consciousness #soulwork #authenticity #selfacceptance #innerchildhealing #spiritualjourney #transformation #healingpodcast #spiritualpodcast #lgbtqspirituality #overcominganxiety #breakingfree #empowerment #soulgrowth #deephealing #traumarecovery #spiritualwisdom #awakening #selflove #innerpeace #personalgrowth #healingenergy #mindsetshift #emotionalfreedom #spiritualhealing #cubancommunism #refugeestory

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    Rewire Your Subconscious After Life Disruption and Reclaim Your Purpose | Dr. Grant Kruhly

    In this mind-expanding conversation, Dr. Kruhly reveals how your subconscious holds 10 quadrillion bits of information by age seven, invisible programs that may be sabotaging your success, relationships, and well-being. He explains why the brain is actually an antenna (not where the mind lives), how to establish a real relationship with the divine, and the three fundamentals of manifestation: frequency, duration, and intensity. Discover the "I AM" state of enlightenment, how to use morphic field physics to heal collectives in real-time, why grace is the ultimate manifesting tool, and practical steps to communicate with your divine guide.Plus, Dr. Kruhly shares his powerful free full moon ceremonies where 18,000+ people have had their prayers answered. If you're ready to remove what drains you and step into alignment with who you truly are, this conversation will transform how you see consciousness, healing, and reality itself. CHAPTERS : 00:00 Introduction: Removing Invisible Blocks in Your Subconscious 05:00 "Tell Me Who You Are" - The Question That Changed Everything 07:15 The "I AM" State: When the Divine Separates Your Senses 11:30 Why Dr. Kruhly Left Canada with $0 to Follow Divine Guidance 17:35 Your Subconscious Has 10 QUADRILLION Bits of Information by Age 7 27:15 The Ratio: Conscious Mind (1) to Subconscious (1 MILLION) 34:30 "How Do You Meet a Good Looking Woman?" 40:30 How to Actually TALK to Your Divine 49:45 Your Divine Already Resides in Your HEART Right Now 52:00 The Brain is NOT Where Mind Lives - It's an ANTENNA 01:01:15 Morphic Field Physics: Healing Teams in Real-Time During Games 01:10:15 Final Thoughts: Making Thriving Your New Normal 🔗To experience Dr. Kruhly Go to: https://www.depthhealing.org/ 🔗 Get Empowered & Aligned for yourself https://bit.ly/AlignmentReset http://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELL Be a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney #manifestation #lawofattraction #subconsciousmind #spiritualawakening #consciousness #enlightenment #divineconnection #quantumhealing #thetahealing #energyhealing #spirituality #mindfulness #meditation #spiritualgrowth #awakenedconsciousness #higherself #frequencyhealing #vibrationhealing #divineguidance #spiritualjourney #innerhealing #manifest #mysticism #healingenergy #collectivehealing #graceandgratitude #spiritualpodcast #healingpodcast

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    The Hidden Cost of Success: Why High Performers Burn Out

    Join me on The ThriveWell Journey podcast as Monique Gibson shares her powerful transformation from military veteran and Pentagon employee to purpose-driven entrepreneur. After 20+ years navigating toxic corporate environments, surviving two devastating layoffs, and battling the "angry black woman" stereotype in the workplace, Monique discovered that working harder wasn't the answer—healing was.In this raw conversation about corporate burnout, workplace discrimination, toxic leadership, and sustainable entrepreneurship, Monique reveals how executive coaching, self-reflection, and letting go of perfectionism helped her rebuild relationships with her family, escape the hustle culture trap, and create a thriving consulting business.Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction: Military Beginnings & Early Career Success 00:04:23 - From Army to Pentagon: Rising Through the Ranks at 19 00:13:36 - The "Angry Black Woman" Stereotype: A 20-Year Struggle 00:18:35 - First Layoff: The Wake-Up Call That Didn't Take 00:25:13 - Second Layoff: When God Kicked Me Out 00:26:19 - The Most Toxic Workplace: A Demonic Experience 00:31:27 - Workplace Harassment & Standing Up for Your Team 00:36:38 - Advice for Those Trapped in Toxic Environments 00:40:17 - Entrepreneurship Journey: Starting During COVID 00:43:07 - Finding Your True Purpose vs. Seeking Purpose 00:45:24 - Rest, Recovery & Learning to Love Yourself 00:56:18 - Niching Down: Finding What You Actually Love 01:00:24 - Biggest Life Lesson: Self-Reflection & Ownership 01:06:18 - Final Message: You Are Enough Connect with Monique: 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/moniquegibson1 📸 Instagram: @jmcoconsulting 🔗Email: [email protected] 🔗 Get Empowered w/ L. Michael Burt https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourney Be a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney #toxicworkplace #corporateburnout #blackwomenentrepreneurs #careertransformation #veteranentrepreneur #workplacetrauma #executivecoaching #entrepreneurmindset #antigrindculture #toxicboss #layoffrecovery #blackexcellence #worklifebalance #sustainablesuccess #corporateamerica #authenticity #mentalhealth #purposedrivenbusiness #healingjourney #entrepreneurlife

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    97% of Women Entrepreneurs FAIL Within 5 Years—Here's Why & How to Break the Cycle

    Discover why 97% of Black women-owned businesses fail within 5 years and how to break the cycle. Lynette from Women of Color in Business Podcast shares transformative strategies for building wealth while maintaining joy and health. Learn about compassionate accounting, money trauma healing, and why hustle culture is destroying Black women entrepreneurs. In this powerful conversation, we explore:✅ The hidden 97% failure rate of Black women-owned businesses ✅ How money trauma sabotages business growth ✅ Breaking generational cycles around wealth building ✅ Radical self-love as a business strategy ✅ Why "sleep when I'm dead" mentality leads to burnout ✅ Compassionate accounting for entrepreneurs ✅ Building sustainable businesses without sacrificing health ✅ Creating legacy wealth for the next generation Perfect for Black women entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and anyone building a business while healing from trauma. This isn't just business advice—it's a blueprint for thriving. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction: The 97% Failure Rate Crisis 02:43 - Finding Your Purpose Through Podcasting 05:59 - The Power of Celebrating Your Wins 12:41 - The 97% Failure Statistic Revealed 18:21 - Building Teams vs Solo Grinding 24:01 - The Power of Black Women Community 32:01 - Confronting What's Holding You Back 37:17 - What is Radical Self-Love? 38:16 - The Cup-Filling Exercise 41:13 - The 90-Day Success Journal 44:31 - Daily Habits for Sustainable Growth 51:22 - Compassionate Accounting Explained 53:48 - Breaking Down Money Mindset Barriers 56:37 - The Myth of Not Discussing Money 01:00:23 - Final Words: You Deserve Joy, Health & Wealth🎙️ Guest: Lynette, Host of Women of Color in Business Podcast🌐 Connect: www.wocib.org 🔗 Get Empowered w/ L. Michael Burt https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourney Be a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney #blackwomenentrepreneurs #womenofcolor #entrepreneurship #businessgrowth #radicalselfcare #blackwomenentrepreneurs #womenofcolor #entrepreneurship #blackbusiness #womenentrepreneurs #businessgrowth #solopreneur #blackexcellence #womenempowerment #entrepreneurmindset #businessstrategy #smallbusinessowner #blackgirlmagic #selfcare #radicalselfcare #burnoutprevention #mentalhealth #moneymindset #wealthbuilding #financialfreedom #blackwealth #legacybuilding #businesscoach #entrepreneurlife #womeninbusiness #blackownedbusiness #supportblackbusiness #entrepreneurship101 #businesstips #mindsetshift #hustlesmarter #worklifebalance #podcast #businesspodcast #blackpodcast #womenofcolorinbusiness #compassionateaccounting #moneytrauma #nervoussystemhealing #traumahealing #generationalwealth

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    How Artists Win: Discipline, Focus & Ownership | Choice Skinner

    Register for our workshop now! - https://thethrivewelljourneywebinar.com/This episode dives deep into the real blueprint behind creative discipline, sustainable success, and long-term growth for artists, actors, filmmakers, and entrepreneurs.We explore how treating your creative path like a business and your purpose like a mission transforms your entire career. Choice Skinner, a Brooklyn-born actor, director, entrepreneur, and martial artist with over 25 years in the industry, shares powerful insights on focus, longevity, ownership, and representation.We break down how martial arts–level discipline helps you thrive in competitive spaces, how social media and AI can amplify your creative voice instead of diluting it, and why purpose-driven storytelling matters now more than ever.This conversation is packed with mindset shifts, real strategies, and actionable wisdom for creators who want to build careers that actually last. If you're an artist, filmmaker, actor, or entrepreneur ready to level up your craft, master your focus, and create with intention, this episode will shift the way you build, lead, and grow.⏱️Chapters00:00 – Turning Your Creative Path Into a Business04:12 – Discipline, Longevity & Purpose10:28 – Martial Arts Focus for Creative Success17:40 – How Social Media & AI Amplify Your Voice24:55 – Introducing Troy Skinner32:20 – Building Dark Entertainment & A New Life41:18 – Leadership, Storytelling & Creative Ownership52:44 – Coaching Purpose-Driven Artists01:03:10 – The Business of Entertainment01:11:48 – The Future of Creativity & Representation01:15:54 – Final TakeawaysFind Choice Skinner on :📸Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/darkan2000/#💼 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/choiceskinner/🔗X - https://x.com/darkanent▶️ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@Darkanent🌐 Website - https://darkanent.com/🔗 Get Empowered w/ L. Michael Burt https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneyBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney#troySkinner #creativeentrepreneur #filmmakingtips #actorlife #mindsetcoach #martialartsfocus #creativebusiness #purposedrivenlife #aiandcreators #contentstrategy2025 #representationmatters #ownershipculture

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    Stop Waiting to Get Rich — Scott Yamamura Shares the Rules That Change Everything

    In today’s powerful conversation, Michael sits down with financial educator Scott to break down the real truths about money—truths most people never learn until it’s too late.If you think you should “wait until you're older” to get serious about your finances… you’re already losing. Scott reveals the three financial epiphanies that every entrepreneur, creator, and young professional must understand:💡 How money can double every 10 years💡 Why your 20s give you a power of 16💡 How your multiplying power cuts in half every decade💡 Why funding your purpose—not the grind—is the ultimate goalThis is the conversation that shifts your perspective from survival mode to purpose-powered wealth. If you’ve ever felt confused about money, overwhelmed by financial advice, or stuck living paycheck-to-paycheck, this episode breaks it down simply and clearly.👉 Question for you: What is one money habit you're ready to change this week so you can thrive with more purpose? Drop it in the comments!📺 CHAPTERS & TIMESTAMPS:00:00 – Why Money Feels Confusing00:36 – Introducing Scott Yamamura04:25 – The Financial Literacy Gap13:15 – The 3 Financial Epiphanies20:40 – Why Your 20s Are Your Financial Prime26:15 – Guidance for 40s & 50s46:42 – Money + Purpose54:39 – Your Next StepLet's make thriving our new normal. See you next week! 🌟🔗Connect with Scott on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-yamamura Financial Epiphany By Scott - https://financialepiphany.com/🔗 Get Empowered w/ L. Michael Burt https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneyBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch,https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney#moneytips #financialfreedom #personalfinance #wealthbuilding #moneymindset #entrepreneurmindset #purposeoverprofit #financepodcast #selfgrowth #buildwealth

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    Happiness After Disruption: 6 Rules for Entrepreneurial Leadership and Sustainable Success | Ray Martin

    Ray Martin lost his business, his marriage-partnership, his father, and the identity he built his life around. What followed became a 14-year reset that led to 6 rules for sustainable happiness, especially for entrepreneurs and leaders rebuilding after disruption.Ray Martin lost his business, his marriage-partnership, his father, and the identity he built his life around. What followed became a 14-year reset that led to 6 rules for sustainable happiness, especially for entrepreneurs and leaders rebuilding after disruption.In this episode, we get real about what happens when the “successful life” stops working, and how to build a foundation that does.We cover:The moment Ray’s life collapsed at 44, and what it exposedThe regret people carry when they live someone else’s version of successMeditation and the breakthrough of separating thoughts from identityThe 6 rules for sustainable happinessRadical responsibility vs blame in business and relationshipsAbove the line vs below the line leadershipRelationships that fuel you instead of drain youHealth, hustle culture, and what it really costsEmpowering others as a leadership practiceThe Four Ties framework and how it influences major decisionsWhy autopilot ruins happiness and how to shut it offIf you are building a business while navigating reinvention, burnout, or a major life shift, this conversation will help you rebuild from the inside out.Follow the show and leave a short review that includes one of these words: happiness, disruption, burnout, identity, or leadership.📺 CHAPTERS & TIMESTAMPS00:00:00 Intro: What Is Happiness?00:04:10 Ray's Crisis: Losing Everything at 4400:07:24 Top 5 Regrets of the Dying00:11:03 The 6 Month Sabbatical That Became 14 Years00:13:14 The Suited Monk: Inner vs Outer Life00:16:13 The Four Ties Framework00:19:01 Finding Community in Chiang Mai00:22:02 Discovering Writing Through Travel00:24:02 10 Day Monastery Meditation Breakthrough00:26:09 The Autopilot Problem00:28:23 Rule #1: Build Solid Foundation00:31:15 Rule #2: Radical Responsibility00:33:02 Above vs Below the Line Leadership00:35:08 Rule #4: Purposeful Relationships00:39:05 Rule #5: Pay Attention to Health00:40:11 Why Hustle Culture Destroys Wellbeing00:42:23 Rule #6: Empower Others00:43:45 The Four Ties Explained00:46:16 Has Ray Mastered Happiness?00:48:01 The Unexpected Acting Lesson00:52:49 You're Not The Character You Play00:55:03 The One Rule to Remember00:57:23 Connect With Ray00:58:00 Final Wisdom💬 What's one choice YOU made that brought you closer to thriving? Share in the comments below! 👍 Like this episode? Subscribe and hit the bell for weekly conversations that help you thrive, not just survive. Let's make thriving our new normal. See you next week! 🌟

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    Breaking Illusions on The ThriveWell Journey: Cristiano Colla on Purpose, Shadow Work & Spiritual Growth

    Cristiano Colla shares how losing identity through Ayahuasca led him to authentic success, shadow work, and deep spiritual healing.What happens when you stop performing for approval and start living from your soul?In this powerful episode of The ThriveWell Journey, Cristiano Colla shares his journey from chasing physical perfection as a semi-professional football player and personal trainer to surrendering everything he thought defined him and finding truth through Ayahuasca, shadow work, and authentic self-integration.After years of living for validation, Cristiano’s awakening in the jungles of Peru cracked open his identity and revealed the deeper layers of his humanity. His story serves as a mirror for anyone who has ever felt lost in the pursuit of success, struggling to reconcile ambition with authenticity.This conversation goes far beyond spirituality; it’s about the courage to see yourself fully, to unlearn the illusion of “not enough,” and to create from presence instead of performance. ✨ Watch if you’re ready to realign with what truly matters.You’ll Learn:✅ How leaving a familiar identity opens space for authentic growth✅ What Ayahuasca revealed about armor, ego, and vulnerability✅ Practical ways to begin shadow work and build self-trust✅ How dreams can guide money stories, creative focus, and business decisions✅ Why creating without chasing validation leads to sustainable successChapters00:00 Authenticity and Personal Truth02:19 The Identity Crisis of an Athlete05:46 Embracing Change and the Unknown11:33 The Journey of Self-Discovery15:10 Exploring Psychedelics for Healing20:30 The Ayahuasca Experience24:10 Transformation and Empowerment27:32 From Seeking to Receiving Truth31:10 Exploring Authenticity and Self-Reflection32:20 Reframing Death and Embracing Life Choices34:42 The Connection Between Dreams and Reality39:16 Dreams as Tools for Personal Growth43:18 Living Authentically and Creating Without Validation51:25 Understanding Shadow Work and Self-Acceptance53:26 Embracing Paradox: The Complexity of Identity56:50 Defining Personal Mission and Integrating Self🔗 Connect with Cristiano Colla:Website: https://cristianocolla.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/cristiano.colla/Substack: https://substack.com/@thehybridsoul🔗 Get Empowered w/ L. Michael Burthttps://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneySPONSOR GET FREE HEALTH REPORT:Cleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealthBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Face Your Shadows, Rewrite Your Story: The Path to Self-Healing & Transformation | Baba Celestino Cornielle -The Urban Shaman

    What if the story you’ve been living… isn’t really yours? In this powerful episode of The ThriveWell Journey, host L. Michael Burt sits down with his brother and friend, spiritual teacher and actor Baba Celestino Cornielle (aka “The Urban Shaman”), to unpack the journey from Hollywood lights to Amazon ritual—and how that very transformation can mirror your path to aligned leadership, conscious creation, and purpose-driven business.We go deep into:Facing your shadows and releasing the stories that limit youHonoring ancestral wisdom and integrating your lineage into your legacyRewriting the story your soul was meant to tell—so you can lead, create, and build from the inside outPractical mindset, soul-engineering, and embodiment tools for entrepreneurs ready to step into authentic powerIf you’re an entrepreneur, creator, or purpose-leader who’s done the “grind” and now wants the alignment, clarity, and sovereignty behind the success, you’ll want to listen and take notes. Baba Celestino’s transformation is both an inspiration and a blueprint.What you’ll walk away with:A deeper understanding of how inner work fuels outer impactHow to start rewriting your core story todayWhy aligning mind, body, and spirit is the next frontier of leadershipReady to remember who you truly are and lead from that space? Let’s dive in.Chapters00:00 The Journey of Transformation06:01 Surrendering to the Path09:10 The Call to Purpose11:51 Facing the Shadows14:58 Navigating Pain and Transformation17:55 Self-Sabotage and Breaking Patterns20:56 Reclaiming Your Story24:04 The Power of Storytelling27:04 Creating Your Own Narrative30:04 The Process of Rebellion and Self-Discovery33:00 Ego Death and Identity Transformation36:02 Deep Self-Introspection and Healing40:23 The Path of Deconditioning and Self-Mastery43:13 Introducing the Yusha Method48:06 Soul Re-engineering and Manifestation54:10 The Ushaman Male Potency Elixir01:01:29 Grounding and Energetic Cleanliness01:12:17 Self-Love and Personal Alignment🔗 Connect with Baba Celestino Cornielle:Purchase the Elixir: https://www.ushaman.com/elixirUse Code for 10% off: THRIVEWELLThe Urban Shaman: https://www.ushaman.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/officialcelestino/?hl=en🔗 Get Empoweredhttps://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneySPONSOR GET FREE HEALTH REPORT:Cleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealthBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    How to Be Successful Without Losing Yourself — Self-Care, Culture & Purpose | Dr. Cicely Horsham-Brathwaite

    Success doesn’t have to cost your peace.In this episode of The ThriveWell Journey, psychologist, author, and executive coach Dr. Cicely Horsham-Brathwaite reveals how to reach your next level without losing yourself in the process. She shares her powerful insights on self-care, identity, leadership, and cultural awareness, guiding listeners to thrive with purpose and presence.We discuss:✅ How to redefine success beyond constant hustle✅ Why self-worth is the foundation for fulfillment✅ How culture and identity shape leadership and confidence✅ Practical ways to slow down without falling behind✅ The truth about burnout and how to prevent it✅ How mindfulness and visualization prime your brain for successIf you’re ready to rise in your career, business, or personal life without sacrificing your authenticity, this conversation will remind you that you already have everything you need to thrive.Remember: You are enough. Worthy before the achievement.Chapters00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Self-Care02:38 Cultural Influences and Personal Journey05:18 The Role of Mentorship in Career Development07:50 Understanding Social Cognitive Career Theory10:13 Active vs. Disengaged Coping Strategies13:17 Navigating Hustle Culture and Self-Care15:29 The Importance of Slowing Down18:01 Exploring 3D vs. 5D Perspectives20:55 Regulating Yourself for Better Outcomes29:28 Nature's Role in Emotional Regulation30:58 Self-Discovery and Personal Growth32:42 The Power of Emotional Intelligence34:18 Breaking Generational Patterns36:45 Leadership as a Personal Development Journey40:06 Cultivating Self-Worth43:15 Visualization for Career Success50:17 Transformative Coaching Experiences🔗 Connect with Dr. Cicely:Schedule a Consultation: https://www.cicelybrathwaite.com/Purchase Dr. Cicely's Book: https://www.cicelybrathwaite.com/self-care-activities-for-womenIG: https://www.instagram.com/drcicelybrathwaite/🔗 Connect with L. Michael Burthttps://linktr.ee/lmichaelburt🔗 Get Empoweredhttps://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneyTHE THRIVEWELL JOURNEYSPONSOR GET FREE HEALTH REPORT:https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthCleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealthBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Why You Don’t Trust Yourself — Neuroscience, Power & The Trust Trap | Clay Moffat

    Turn your setback into a comeback 💪 Start The Empowered Path 👉 stan.store/thethrivewelljourney | Connect here ---> facebook.com/groups/thethrivewelljourneyWhy do we ignore red flags, trust the wrong people, or sabotage the very things we say we want? In this episode of The ThriveWell Journey, L. Michael Burt sits down with Clay Moffat, ex-Navy weapons tech, high-performance coach, and author of The Trust Trap, to unpack the neuroscience of trust, self-betrayal, and personal power.Clay breaks down why trust isn’t a feeling, it’s a biological and psychological process. He shares how self-betrayal shows up in relationships, leadership, and burnout, and why confidence is a myth. Real transformation, he says, isn’t about motivation; it’s about commitment and self-awareness.This episode is honest, challenging, and designed for anyone tired of repeating the same patterns and ready to reclaim self-trust.What You’ll Learn:✅ Why you don’t trust yourself (and how your nervous system makes decisions before your mind)✅ The Trust Trap: how self-betrayal happens before anyone else betrays you✅ Why confidence is overrated and why commitment changes everything✅ Burnout is not about doing too much; it’s about emotional misalignment✅ Forgiveness is for you, not for the other person✅ How to spot red flags before they become regrets✅ Why high performers often sabotage their own success✅ You aren’t broken, you’re disconnected from your own powerChapters00:00 Introduction and Context Setting03:09 Unlearning Beliefs and Victimhood06:00 Self-Betrayal and Coaching Through Challenges10:03 The Nature of Trust and Relationships15:00 Personal Journey: Eye Health and Resilience24:05 Writing the Book: Commitment Over Confidence27:51 Understanding the Trust Trap33:10 Understanding Trust in Relationships43:34 The Cycle of Self-Sabotage52:53 The Emotional Side of Success53:30 The Truth About Forgiveness01:04:54 Realizations of Wholeness🔗 Connect with Clay Moffat:Get Clay's Book: https://trusttrapbook.com/Empower Your Life: https://claymoffat.com/🔗 Connect with L. Michael Burthttps://linktr.ee/lmichaelburtTHE THRIVEWELL JOURNEYSPONSOR GET FREE HEALTH REPORT:https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthCleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealthBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Reclaiming Meaning: The Man Turning Hate Into Hope | Randall Law

    What happens when one man decides to rewrite the story of identity, culture, and purpose? In this episode of The ThriveWell Journey, we sit down with visionary creator Randall Law, founder of Kool Kolored Kid Generation—a bold apparel movement redefining how we perceive ourselves, our history, and our power.Randall’s story is one of transformation — from struggle to strength, from a single spark of vision to a global message of empowerment and unity. Through his creativity and conviction, he has reclaimed what was once a symbol of division and turned it into a message of pride, inclusion, and generational purpose.In this conversation, we explore:How purpose becomes the driving force behind creation and leadershipThe power of reclaiming symbols and rewriting cultural narrativesThe mindset required to transform pain into a movementLessons for entrepreneurs who want to build something that truly mattersWhy legacy is not what we leave behind, but what we lift in othersRandall’s journey will remind you that you don’t need permission to create change — just the courage to start.Chapters00:00 From Vision to Reality: The Journey Begins03:00 Embracing Sobriety: A New Creative Mindset06:06 The Birth of Cool Color Kid Generation12:08 Transforming Negativity into Empowerment17:46 The Responsibility of Visibility24:05 Creating a Generational Ripple Effect30:07 Balancing Creativity and Financial Sustainability32:29 Empowering Entrepreneurs: The Journey Begins35:08 Finding the Right Partnerships37:24 Daily Life of an Entrepreneur41:39 The Weight of Recognition: Awards and Accomplishments45:17 Giving Back: The 100 Pairs to Give Initiative48:58 Innovative Ideas: Collaborating with Banks for Financial Literacy51:45 Cultural Identity in Branding54:00 Defining Success: A Personal Journey59:27 Encouragement for Aspiring Creatives🔗 Connect with Randall Law:Kool Kolored Kid Generation ------> https://koolgeneration.com/Instagram: -----> https://www.instagram.com/koolkkidgen/YouTube:------> https://www.youtube.com/@KoolGenerationTurn your setback into a comeback 💪 Start The Empowered Path 👉 stan.store/thethrivewelljourney | Connect here ❤️ facebook.com/groups/thethrivewelljourney🔗 Connect with L. Michael Burthttps://linktr.ee/lmichaelburtTHE THRIVEWELL JOURNEYSPONSOR GET FREE HEALTH REPORT:https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthCleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealth

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    Your Business Growth Playbook: Scale Profitably & Get Unstuck | Jeremy Shapiro

    Turn your setback into a comeback 💪 Start The Empowered Path 👉 stan.store/thethrivewelljourney | Connect here ❤️ facebook.com/groups/thethrivewelljourneyIn this transformative episode of The ThriveWell Journey, L. Michael Burt sits down with serial entrepreneur, mentor, and author Jeremy Shapiro to explore how entrepreneurs can break free from burnout and build businesses that truly fuel their lives. With over 25 years of experience and his brand-new book Your Business Growth Playbook, Jeremy shares the proven strategies that help business owners move from solopreneur to thriving entrepreneur.Together, they uncover what it really means to get unstuck, scale profitably, and create freedom in both business and life. Jeremy’s insights go beyond hustle culture and quick wins. This conversation is about designing a business that aligns with your health, relationships, and purpose.Discover how to:✅ Define success on your own terms and stop mistaking burnout for achievement✅ Use intentional time management tools like time blocking to regain control✅ Shift from solopreneur to business owner by learning to delegate and scale✅ Validate your ideas through MVP testing and incremental improvements✅ Build community, seek feedback, and find support in the entrepreneurial journey✅ Create congruency in your marketing so your message connects with impactChapters00:00 Defining Thriving: Personal and Professional Success02:58 Separating Success from Burnout: Intentional Living05:54 Time Management: Strategies for Solopreneurs08:59 The Transition from Solopreneur to Business Owner12:02 Creating a Business Plan: The Modern Approach14:49 Testing Business Ideas: Validating Market Demand17:54 The Importance of Feedback in Business Growth21:01 The Journey of Writing a Business Growth Playbook23:55 Connecting Stories and Tactics in Business26:53 Overcoming Obstacles: The Wagoner and Hercules Story36:04 Taking Action: The Key to Change39:03 The Shiny Object Mentality in Entrepreneurship41:48 Overcoming Fear and Taking the Leap49:09 The Importance of Community in Entrepreneurship54:19 Email Marketing: Ensuring Congruency for Success01:03:01 Customer Lifetime Value: The Three Levers of Business Growth🔗 Connect with Jeremy Shapiro:Get Your Business Growth Playbook----> http://bit.ly/3IJjWqk🔗 Connect with L. Michael Burthttps://linktr.ee/lmichaelburtTHE THRIVEWELL JOURNEYSPONSOR GET FREE HEALTH REPORT:https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthCleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealth

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    Breaking Scarcity Cycles: Redefining Wealth, Freedom, and Success | Stoy Hall

    “In this transformative episode of The ThriveWell Journey, we explore financial literacy, generational wealth, and money mindset with Stoy Hall, CFP®, CEO and Founder of Black Mammoth. Learn how financial literacy for beginners and a purpose-driven approach can break cycles of scarcity and unlock a life of true success.Discover why wealth isn’t just about money—it’s about joy, fulfillment, and legacy. Stoy shares the mindset shifts and real-life experiences that reshaped his definition of success, including how financial literacy and emotional intelligence intersect to create lasting impact. Together, they unpack how to:✅ Break free from scarcity thinking and embrace opportunities with courage✅ Redefine wealth as happiness, freedom, and meaningful experiences✅ Protect your financial and emotional well-being in a world shaped by social media✅ Leverage community and networks to achieve holistic success✅ Teach financial literacy for beginners to the next generation and build true generational wealth.Whether you’re a new entrepreneur navigating money pressures or a leader ready to expand your definition of success, this episode will challenge and inspire you to build wealth that matters.💡 Remember: Wealth is more than numbers—it’s the story you’re writing with your life.🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on purpose, transformation, and leadership.Join the ThriveWell Discussion Group for ThriveWell Mondays and exclusive conversations: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/thethrivewelljourneyChapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:02 Journey from Scarcity to True Wealth05:52 Lessons from Tanzania and Mount Kilimanjaro08:58 Redefining Success and Wealth11:47 Understanding Scarcity Mindset15:05 Breaking Free from Scarcity17:53 Generational Wealth and Financial Education20:46 Teaching the Next Generation about Money33:51 The Importance of Long-Term Financial Planning34:56 Breaking the Cycle of Scarcity Mindset37:55 Understanding Emotional Connections to Money41:32 The Impact of Financial Stress on Mental Health44:51 The Pressure of Social Media on Success49:17 Finding Personal Joy Beyond Social Media49:51 Redefining Wealth in a Complex World53:27 The Concept of a Modern Family Office01:00:10 The Journey of Wealth Building01:01:14 Leaving a Legacy of Service and Transparency🔗 Connect with Stoy Hall:https://www.blackmammoth.com/how-to-become-rich-guideLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stoyhall Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stoyhall/🔗 Connect with L. Michael Burthttps://linktr.ee/lmichaelburtTHE THRIVEWELL JOURNEYSPONSOR GET FREE HEALTH REPORT:https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthCleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealth

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    How to Reduce Anxiety by 70%: Rewire Your Mind for Mental Clarity | Dr. Foojan Zeine

    Join the ThriveWell Discussion Group for ThriveWell Mondays and exclusive conversations: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/thethrivewelljourneyIn this transformative episode of The ThriveWell Journey, L. Michael Burt sits down with Dr. Foojan Zeine—psychotherapist, international speaker, and creator of the groundbreaking Awareness Integration Theory (AIT)—to explore how you can reduce anxiety by up to 70% and rewire your mind for true mental clarity.Discover why mental health isn’t just about managing symptoms—it’s about integrating your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to create lasting confidence, purpose, and joy. Dr. Foojan shares the proven framework behind AIT, along with her innovative Foojan App, helping thousands shift from anxiety and self-doubt to resilience and empowerment. Together, they unpack how to:✅ Reduce anxiety and depression with evidence-based psychology✅ Build emotional intelligence for stronger leadership and relationships✅ Harness awareness to make better choices and reframe negative patterns✅ Use technology and AIT tools to improve mental well-being by 70%✅ Embrace love, connection, and community as the foundation for growthWhether you’re a new entrepreneur navigating uncertainty or a leader seeking clarity and purpose, this conversation offers practical tools and timeless wisdom to help you thrive in both life and business.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Awareness Integration Theory02:58 Personal Journey to Psychotherapy06:06 The Role of Community in Healing08:59 Understanding Psychotherapy11:55 The Birth of Awareness Integration Theory15:11 The Process of Healing and Integration17:57 The Importance of Relationships21:09 Awareness and Choice in Life23:49 Differentiating AIT from Other Therapies27:03 Reconnecting with the Inner Child29:56 Practical Steps for Integration36:02 Understanding Emotional Reactions42:24 The Role of Mental Health in Personal Growth49:11 Feedback and Effectiveness of the Fuzhan App56:21 The Future of Mental Health and AI Integration01:01:23 Creating a Culture of Emotional Intelligence01:05:16 Final Thoughts on Love and Acceptance🔗 Connect with Dr. FoojanWebsite: https://foojan.com/Instagram: https://ww w.instagram.com/dr.foojanzeine/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DrFoojanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drfoojanzeine/X: https://x.com/DrZeine🔗 Connect with L. Michael Burthttps://linktr.ee/lmichaelburtTHE THRIVEWELL JOURNEY SPONSOR GET FREE HEALTH REPORT:https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealth Cleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealth

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    Rethinking Wealth & Success Beyond Money for Entrepreneurs | Peter Culver

    Join the ThriveWell Discussion Group for ThriveWell Mondays and exclusive conversations: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/thethrivewelljourneyIn this transformative episode of The ThriveWell Journey, L. Michael Burt sits down with Peter Culver, entrepreneur, author, and co-founder of Freedom Family Office, to explore what it truly means to be rich beyond money.Discover why wealth is more than numbers on a balance sheet — it’s about purpose, freedom, and living a life without regret. Peter shares personal stories, practical wisdom, and hard-earned lessons to help entrepreneurs move past scarcity thinking and into a life of intentional abundance. Together, they unpack how to:**✅ Redefine success beyond financial gain and align it with your life’s vision✅ Recognize the difference between a scarcity mindset and an abundance mindset✅ Build predictable income and a healthy financial foundation for lasting freedom✅ Avoid the most common mistakes entrepreneurs make in tax and financial planning✅ Leverage delegation and expert advisors to maximize time and impact✅ Balance business growth with personal satisfaction, family, and legacyWhether you’re just starting out or already building your empire, this conversation will help you design a wealth strategy that goes deeper than money — one that unlocks freedom, legacy, and fulfillment.Remember: True wealth isn’t about money alone — it’s about living fully, with clarity and purpose.Download and Follow for more episodes on purpose, transformation, and wealth.👇 What does being rich beyond money mean to you? Share your thoughts in the comments — we’d love to hear your perspective!*Chapters00:00 Introduction to Rich Beyond Money02:48 Understanding the Ideal Life05:57 The Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset08:50 Navigating Entrepreneurial Transitions11:57 Personal Experiences with Purpose14:52 Building Wealth: Strategies and Mistakes23:30 Tax Strategies for High Earners25:59 The Mindset of Financial Planning31:08 Building a Strong Financial Foundation34:15 Learning from Failures39:03 Creating Long-Term Wealth41:59 Envisioning a Bright Future🔗 Connect with Peter Culverhttps://talktofreedom.com/THE THRIVEWELL JOURNEYDOWNLOAD The Empowered Path: 7 Days to Reclaim Your Purpose and Passion https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneySPONSORGET FREE HEALTH REPORT: https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthCleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealth

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    Money Mindset Reset: How to Break Free from Stress & Unlock True Wealth | Pericles Rellas

    Join the ThriveWell Discussion Group for ThriveWell Mondays and exclusive conversations:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/thethrivewelljourneyIn this powerful episode of The ThriveWell Journey, L. Michael Burt sits down with Pericles Rellas, creator of Reset Your Financial Thermostat™, to uncover the profound connection between your relationship with money and your relationship with yourself.Discover why money is more than numbers, it’s a mirror of your self-worth, beliefs, and habits. Pericles breaks down how to shift from a mindset of debt, stress, and scarcity into one of wealth, freedom, and fulfillment. Through real client success stories and practical insights, he reveals how to:✅ Reset your Financial Thermostat™ and overcome negative money patterns✅ Break free from money stress, worry, and overwhelm✅ Use awareness and accountability to build lasting financial success✅ Reframe money as a tool for joy, purpose, and long-term prosperity✅ Recognize that true wealth begins withinWhether you’re a new entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, this conversation will inspire you to transform not only your finances but also your life’s purpose and legacy.💡 Remember: Money doesn’t bring joy—it magnifies who you already are.Chapters00:00 The Relationship Between Money and Self04:00 Disengaging from Stress and Media Influence06:56 Understanding Money Mindset11:52 Awareness and Its Impact on Financial Health17:55 Transformative Client Stories23:59 Practical Steps for Financial Discipline29:49 Creating a Financial Thermostat Program32:02 Understanding Your Financial Thermostat39:00 Resetting Your Financial Thermostat44:08 Manifesting Money and Abundance48:36 Financial Freedom and Purpose51:40 Shifting Your Money Story58:06 Long-Term Transformation vs. Short-Term WinsPERICLES RELLASWebsite: https://www.periclesrellas.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pericles.rellas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pericles_rellas/THE THRIVEWELL JOURNEYTHRIVE AGAIN BLUEPRINT: https://thethrivewelljourney.com/coachingSPONSORGET FREE HEALTH REPORT: https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthCleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealth

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    How to Escape Chaos and Finally Run Your Business with Freedom | Sonya Corkery

    Join the ThriveWell Discussion Group for ThriveWell Mondays and exclusive conversations:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/thethrivewelljourneyWant to reclaim 5-10 hours a week in your business? In this episode of The ThriveWell Journey, you'll discover the one simple system that cuts daily overwhelm and gives you those hours back. Host L. Michael Burt sits down with Sonya Corkery, founder of Clear Plan Consulting and a business operations expert who's transformed over 15 years of backend chaos into streamlined systems that create real freedom.From helping grow her husband’s company, Electrotek QLD Electrical Innovation, to building her own consultancy, Sonya has mastered the art of turning messy back-end operations into systems that create freedom. She shares practical strategies and her personal journey, from a chaotic childhood to building businesses rooted in clarity, balance, and purpose.In this conversation, you’ll discover:How to streamline operations and cut the overwhelmWhy documenting processes is essential for scalingThe mindset shift that turns fear of failure into fuel for growthHow to balance family life while building a companyThe role of financial management in long-term successHow strategic networking cut Sonya's learning curve in halfHow to define your version of wealth and freedomThis conversation is more than just business strategy; it’s about creating systems that free you to focus on growth, family, and building a business that truly fuels your dream.Join the conversation: What’s ONE system or process you wish you had in your business right now? Comment below and tag a fellow entrepreneur who needs to hear this!Chapters00:00 Introduction to Business Operations and Chaos02:07 Sonya Corkery's Journey: From Childhood to Business05:10 Overcoming Fear of Failure and Embracing Change07:50 Transitioning from Finance to Entrepreneurship10:10 The Importance of Family and Work-Life Balance13:03 Learning the Ropes of a New Industry16:52 Establishing ClearPlan Consulting18:55 Common Challenges in Integrating Business Systems20:57 Financial Management and Profit First Strategy29:05 The Value of Expertise vs. Self-Learning32:35 Navigating Chaos in Business36:15 Self-Sabotage and Fear in Entrepreneurship39:36 Financial Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make45:26 The Importance of Delegation49:10 Establishing Effective Operations53:40 Finding Your Purpose in BusinessSONYA CORKERYWebsite: https://clearplanconsulting.com.au/IG: https://www.instagram.com/clearplanconsulting/The ThriveWell JourneyGET FREE HEALTH REPORT: https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthCleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealth

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    Burnout to Breakthrough: How to Reinvent Yourself & Build a Thriving Business | Hersh Rephun

    Join the ThriveWell Discussion Group for ThriveWell Mondays and exclusive conversations:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/thethrivewelljourneyIn this conversation, Hersh Rephun shares his transformative journey from a successful PR professional to a stand-up comedian and holistic brand therapist. He discusses the importance of aligning personal passions with professional branding, the challenges of authenticity in entrepreneurship, and the significance of self-discovery. Hersh emphasizes the need for continuous learning and the role of conscious entrepreneurship in creating a positive impact. He also introduces the concept of quantum consciousness as a means to clear mental blocks and achieve personal growth.TakeawaysHersh Rephun's journey illustrates the power of reinvention after hitting rock bottom.Success can sometimes lead to burnout if not aligned with personal values.Authenticity is crucial in branding; one must be true to themselves.Understanding oneself is the foundation of effective branding.Mistakes in branding often stem from focusing on external factors rather than internal values.Finding clarity in chaos is essential for personal and professional growth.Quantum consciousness can help clear mental blocks and enhance self-awareness.Conscious entrepreneurship focuses on the greater good while achieving personal success.Adding positivity to the world should be a primary goal for entrepreneurs.Chapters00:00 From Rock Bottom to Reinvention01:18 The Struggle for Creative Freedom06:49 The Burnout Epiphany11:12 Finding Authenticity in Creativity14:14 The Challenge of Defining Yourself20:28 The Dilemma of 'Faking It'24:35 Aligning Personal Values with Branding31:00 Building Your Brand from Within34:01 Common Branding Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make35:59 Finding Alignment with Your Core Values40:58 The Journey of Self-Discovery42:50 Understanding Quantum Consciousness50:55 Positioning Yourself as a Go-To Expert55:59 The Importance of Continuous Learning59:58 Adding Positivity to the WorldHERSH REPHUNGet Yourself Branded: http://www.hershrephun.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/hersh4all/?hl=enTHE THRIVEWELL JOURNEYDOWNLOAD The Empowered Path: 7 Days to Reclaim Your Purpose and Passion https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneySPONSORGET FREE HEALTH REPORT: https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthCleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealthBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Reclaiming Power, Redesigning Life, and Leading with Intention | Shana Francesca

    Join The Thrivewell Discussion Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/thethrivewelljourneyIn this enlightening conversation, Shana Francesca shares her journey from being a cult survivor to becoming a powerful voice for ethical leadership and intentional living. She discusses the importance of curiosity, respect, and accountability in leadership, the need for diversity and inclusion, and how to foster a culture of innovation. Shana emphasizes the significance of community as an ecosystem and the role of networking and feedback in personal and professional growth. She encourages listeners to imagine a better world and to take actionable steps towards creating it.TakeawaysShana Francesca's journey from cult survivor to leader is inspiring.Curiosity, respect, and accountability are essential in leadership.Diversity and inclusion are crucial for organizational success.Community should be viewed as an ecosystem that fosters growth.Empathy and curiosity go hand in hand in effective leadership.Networking is vital for entrepreneurs and leaders.Feedback is necessary for personal and professional development.Imagining a better world is the first step to creating it.Chapters00:00 From Cult Survivor to Empowered Leader06:50 Recognizing the Signs of a Cult12:09 The Journey of Deconstruction15:52 Building a Business on Ethical Leadership21:49 Curiosity and Accountability in Leadership24:34 The Ecosystem of Relationships in Leadership27:22 Understanding Neurodiversity and Its Importance30:00 The Economic Impact of Diversity33:22 Empathy and Its Role in Leadership39:02 Defining Community in Leadership42:40 Fostering Collaboration and Innovation46:29 Embracing Flaws for Growth47:35 The Importance of Intentional Leadership49:24 The Journey of Pivoting in Business51:26 Networking and Building Connections53:53 Establishing Ethical Leadership and Values56:43 The Power of Feedback and Support58:33 Standing in Your Truth01:00:05 Imagining a Better Future01:01:44 Creating Value in Business RelationshipsSHANA FRANCESCALearn More about Shana's company: https://www.concinnate.world/LINK TREE: linktr.ee/ShanaFrancescaLINK TREE: linktr.ee/ConcinnateInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shanafrancesca/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shanafrancesca?lang=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shana-francesca/The Thrivewell Journey Podcast:STAN STORE: https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneySPONSOR:Cleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealth

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    How to Reprogram Your Mind for Confidence & Success | James Rojas Taylor

    Join The Thrivewell Discussion Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/thethrivewelljourneySummaryIn this enlightening conversation, Jim Rojas Taylor, a Marine Corps veteran and multifaceted artist, discusses the transformative power of emotional and mental literacy. He shares how his military background shaped his mindset and resilience, leading him to discover the profound connections between acting techniques and personal development. Jim emphasizes the importance of using these tools not only in the arts but also in entrepreneurship and everyday life, advocating for a shift towards emotional intelligence in business practices. He presents scientific evidence supporting the benefits of these techniques and encourages listeners to embrace curiosity and self-discovery as pathways to overcoming insecurities and achieving success.TakeawaysEmotional and mental literacy are essential for success.Military training instills grit and resilience.Acting techniques can enhance personal development.Empathy and emotional intelligence are crucial in business.Curiosity helps overcome insecurities and self-doubt.Multiple versions of oneself can be beneficial.Awareness and flexibility are key to entrepreneurship.The tools of acting can be applied to everyday life.Teaching emotional intelligence can transform corporate culture.Success is about personal growth and understanding.Call To Action:Connect with James Rojas-Taylor:Go to: https://www.tbcenterprises.com/YouTube: ⁨@SOICANDIE⁩Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soicandie/TikTok: @Soicandie1DOWNLOAD The Empowered Path: 7 Days to Reclaim Your Purpose and Passion https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneySPONSORGET FREE HEALTH REPORT: https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthCleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealthBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    The Mindset Shift That Turns Paychecks into Prosperity | Monica Kaufman

    SummaryIn this enlightening conversation, financial expert Monica Kaufman discusses the multifaceted nature of wealth, emphasizing that it extends beyond mere income. She shares personal anecdotes that shaped her understanding of finance and highlights the importance of having financial defenses, such as emergency funds and a solid financial plan. Kaufman contrasts the financial journeys of high earners and middle-class families, illustrating how mindset and education play crucial roles in financial success. She also addresses common myths about wealth, the significance of emotional triggers in financial decisions, and the necessity of monitoring one's finances regularly. Ultimately, Kaufman encourages listeners to view money as a tool for empowerment and to take proactive steps towards financial stability and growth.TakeawaysWealth is not solely defined by income.Having financial defenses is crucial for stability.Money should be viewed as a tool, not a goal.Financial literacy is essential for success.Emergency funds are vital for financial preparedness.Regular monitoring of finances can prevent issues.Income does not equate to wealth.A solid financial plan is necessary for entrepreneurs.Generational wealth requires responsibility and education.Using the financial system to your advantage is key.Chapters00:00 Understanding Wealth Beyond Income01:40 The Importance of Financial Defenses03:48 Personal Stories Shaping Financial Perspectives06:36 Contrasting Wealth: The Surgeon vs. The Middle-Class Couple10:29 Mindset Shift: Viewing Money as a Tool14:21 Taking Control of Your Financial Future16:11 The Need for Financial Education20:18 Building Emergency Funds and Debt Management26:41 Emotional Triggers and Financial Preparedness28:23 Navigating 401k Decisions in Uncertain Times29:40 Understanding Retirement Accounts32:58 The Wealth Mindset for Entrepreneurs37:15 Monitoring Financial Health37:47 Lessons for New Entrepreneurs45:24 Myths About Entrepreneurship and Wealth47:40 Practical Financial Tools and SystemsCall To Action: Want to build real wealth with clarity, confidence, and integrity? Explore with Monica Kaufman what’s waiting for you at Harmony Wealth Academy.DOWNLOAD The Empowered Path: 7 Days to Reclaim Your Purpose and Passion https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneySPONSORGET FREE HEALTH REPORT: https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthToxins have become one of the most dangerous threats to our health!Cleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealthWant to be a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Hard Talks Made Simple: Build Wealth, Legacy & Lasting Impact | Estella Valdovinos

    Summary In this engaging conversation, L. Michael Burt and Estella Valdovinos explore the often-avoided topics of financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and the importance of having difficult conversations about money and legacy. Estella shares her journey from a corporate background to becoming a successful entrepreneur and mentor, emphasizing the need for mentorship, emotional intelligence, and financial education in building a lasting legacy. They discuss the significance of life insurance, generational wealth, and the holistic view of wealth that encompasses not just financial success but also spiritual and emotional well-being. The conversation concludes with Estella's inspiring message about the importance of personal growth and the impact one can have on others.TakeawaysEstella Valdovinos emphasizes the importance of mentorship in entrepreneurship.Financial literacy is crucial for families to make informed decisions.Difficult conversations about money and death are often avoided but necessary.Emotional intelligence plays a key role in financial discussions.Life insurance is not just for the wealthy; it is essential for everyone.Creating generational wealth requires understanding financial tools and planning.Personal stories highlight the impact of financial preparedness on families.Wealth is a holistic concept that includes spiritual and emotional well-being.The first step in leaving a legacy is knowing what you want.Inspiration comes from personal growth and helping others succeed.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Heart Talks and Legacies02:32 Estella's Journey into Entrepreneurship08:13 The Importance of Mentorship in Entrepreneurship11:22 Navigating Difficult Conversations About Money15:01 Understanding Emotional Intelligence in Financial Discussions17:45 The Role of Financial Literacy in Empowerment22:28 Debunking Myths About Life Insurance26:56 Personal Stories and the Impact of Financial Planning27:24 Navigating Family Responsibilities and Financial Education29:01 Understanding the Importance of Family Protection31:11 Creating Generational Wealth through Life Insurance33:37 The Holistic Approach to Wealth36:45 Overcoming Financial Limitations for Legacy Building39:41 Inspiration and Personal Growth in EntrepreneurshipWant to know more about Leaving a Legacy Go to: https://umustsee.net/AEZ3ID & Mention The Thrivewell Journey Podcast

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    From Fear to 7-Figure Brands: Are You Making This Branding Mistake?

    In this conversation, Erik Cabral shares his journey from overcoming fear in public speaking to building impactful brands and successful podcasts. He emphasizes the importance of clarity in messaging, authenticity, and surrounding oneself with the right people. Erik discusses the evolution of personal branding, the significance of relationships in podcasting, and the difference between hobby and business-driven podcasts. He encourages entrepreneurs to find their mission and purpose, invest in their brand, and remain consistent in their efforts. The discussion also touches on the value of proof and testimonials in building trust with clients.TakeawaysBuilding impact-driven brands is essential.Overcoming fear is a gradual process that requires practice.Surrounding yourself with successful people accelerates growth.Finding your mission and purpose is crucial for motivation.Faith and spirituality can guide business decisions.Personal branding evolves with experience and consistency.The podcasting space is crowded, but your unique story matters.Investing in your podcast is important for growth.Chapters00:00 The Journey Begins: From Corporate to Podcasting08:10 Finding Purpose: The Mission-Driven Entrepreneur14:43 Building Brands: The Accidental Entrepreneur20:37 The Power of Podcasting: Starting Your Journey23:26 The Importance of Authenticity25:06 Navigating the Podcasting Landscape28:51 Hobby vs. Business Podcasting30:40 Building Relationships Through Podcasting36:55 Strategies for Podcast Success42:51 Starting Your Podcast: Investment and Tools43:54 Starting Your Podcast Journey45:15 The Importance of Strategy in Podcasting46:29 Building Your Brand Through Podcasting47:56 Assessing and Strengthening Your Brand50:40 Finding Clarity in Your Brand Message56:56 Standing Out in the Online Space01:02:53 It's Never Too Late to Start01:03:52 Connecting with Erik CabralCALL TO ACTIONGo to:https://www.erikcabral.co/guideListen in on his podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@erikecabralInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/erikecabral/DOWNLOAD The Empowered Path: 7 Days to Reclaim Your Purpose and Passion https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneySPONSORGET FREE HEALTH REPORT: https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthToxins have become one of the most dangerous threats to our health!Cleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealthWant to be a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    What Sobriety Really Takes: From Rock Bottom to Purpose, Identity & Impact | Daryl Dittmer

    SummaryIn this conversation, Daryl Dittmer shares his inspiring journey from a troubled youth struggling with addiction to a successful entrepreneur and author. He discusses the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, the importance of mentorship, and the transformative power of storytelling. Daryl emphasizes the need for resilience in the face of self-doubt and the significance of living with purpose. He also shares insights on entrepreneurship, the value of taking risks, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind through his writing.TakeawaysDaryl's journey began in a strict household that shaped his values.He struggled with addiction from a young age, leading to an intervention.The turning point came when he sought help and entered treatment.Recovery involved embracing the 12-step program and finding a supportive community.Transformation is gradual and requires surrounding oneself with positive influences.Daryl's entrepreneurial journey started with a sales position and led to ownership.Self-doubt is common among entrepreneurs, but perseverance is key.Living with purpose can evolve over time and may encompass multiple roles.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Daryl Dittmer's Journey01:10 Early Life and Upbringing04:03 Struggles with Addiction07:30 Turning Point and Seeking Help12:45 Embracing the 12-Step Program14:47 Transformation and New Perspectives22:25 Path to Entrepreneurship27:29 Overcoming Self-Doubt in Business27:52 Overcoming Self-Doubt in Entrepreneurship33:07 Finding Purpose and Meaning in Life37:06 The Power of Sharing Your Story45:27 Navigating Challenges and Addictions51:57 Unconventional Wisdom for Entrepreneurs53:48 Leaving a Lasting LegacyCall To Action:Ready to Stop Fighting You? Connect w/ Daryl DittmerGo to: https://www.daryldittmer.com/Listen in on his podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@WhenIStopFighting-ThePod/podcastsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whenistopfighting/DOWNLOAD The Empowered Path: 7 Days to Reclaim Your Purpose and Passion https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneySPONSORGET FREE HEALTH REPORT: https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthToxins have become one of the most dangerous threats to our health!Cleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealthWant to be a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    From Broke to CEO: The Inner Work That Changed Everything | Kevin Palmieri

    In this conversation, Kevin Palmieri shares his journey from hitting rock bottom to finding purpose and success as a co-founder of Next Level University. He emphasizes the importance of mental health in entrepreneurship, the need to overcome limiting beliefs, and the value of a heart-driven, no BS approach to personal development. Kevin discusses the challenges of growth, the balance between confidence and clarity, and how to build impact even with limited resources. He encourages listeners to focus on the process of growth and to connect their purpose to actionable vehicles.TakeawaysMental health is crucial for entrepreneurs.Growth often comes from discomfort and uncertainty.Overcoming limiting beliefs is essential for success.A heart-driven approach is more impactful than a superficial one.Personal development helps in building resilience.Confidence and clarity are interconnected but vary by individual.Focus on making a deep impact rather than scaling too quickly.Building relationships and connections is key to growth.Purpose should be connected to actionable vehicles.Growth is a continuous journey, not a destination.Chapters00:00 From Rock Bottom to Purpose02:47 The Journey of Hustling and Struggling06:19 Facing the Depths of Despair09:10 Finding Support in Dark Times12:34 The Importance of Perspective13:25 Letting Go of Fear and Ego15:42 Building Self-Belief and Confidence19:51 Setting Goals that Serve You22:32 Heart-Driven and No BS Approach25:31 The Continuous Journey of Growth28:14 Leadership Lessons from Adversity31:06 The Journey of Self-Improvement34:21 Building Mental Resilience38:11 Confidence vs. Clarity44:16 Finding and Connecting with Purpose55:30 Impact Over Scale: The Entrepreneur's PathCall To Action:Ready to Next Level U? Connect w/ Kevin PalmieriGo to: https://www.disruption-factor.com/orwww.nextleveluniverse.comInstagram: @neverquitkidDOWNLOAD The Empowered Path: 7 Days to Reclaim Your Purpose and Passion https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneySPONSORGET FREE HEALTH REPORT: https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthToxins have become one of the most dangerous threats to our health!Cleanse, revitalize, and protect your body w/ LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealthWant to be a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    92% of People Fail! Here’s How to Be the 8% | Shane Perry

    In this conversation, Shane Perry shares his journey from a fearful entrepreneur to a successful mentor, emphasizing the importance of overcoming mental barriers, setting actionable goals, and embracing disruption. He discusses the significance of emotional resilience, the impact of environment and support systems, and the necessity of cultivating a mindset geared towards results rather than regrets. Shane's insights are rooted in personal experience, including the tragedy of losing his daughter, which fueled his passion for helping others achieve their goals. The discussion highlights the transformative power of taking action and the importance of being a finisher in the pursuit of success.TakeawaysFreedom was more important than money for Shane.Fear of rejection can hold you back from success.Setting clear goals is essential for achievement.90-day cycles help track progress and results.Disruption is necessary for growth and change.Visualizing goals can enhance motivation.Negative motivation can drive you to succeed.Your comfort zone is your biggest enemy.Surround yourself with supportive people.Emotional resilience grows through achievement.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Shane Perry: A Game Changer01:58 The Journey to Entrepreneurship03:33 Overcoming Fear and Procrastination05:43 Setting Goals and Action Plans08:35 Understanding Comfort Zones11:52 The 90-Day Cycle for Success14:24 Cultivating Goals and Vision Boards16:15 The Power of Negative Motivation18:47 Building a New Comfort Zone21:25 Disruption and Its Importance24:43 The Role of Habits in Success26:33 Limiting Beliefs and Mental Shifts27:52 Continuous Growth and New Challenges31:48 Breaking the Mold: The Path Less Traveled33:41 Cultivating Awareness and Mindset35:38 Rekindling the Fire: Motivation and Grit38:28 The Contrarian Mindset: Achievers vs. Non-Achievers40:30 Transformation Through the Journey43:37 Setting Goals for Success46:30 The Drive to Help Others49:46 Success Stories: Real-Life Transformations52:16 Navigating Comfort Zones and Friendships55:39 Emotional Resilience and Growth59:07 Living a Life of Results, Not RegretsCall To Action: Ready to DISRUPT? Connect w/ Shane Perry Go to: https://www.disruption-factor.com/ DOWNLOAD The Empowered Path: 7 Days to Reclaim Your Purpose and Passion https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourney SPONSOR GET FREE HEALTH REPORT: https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthToxins have become one of the most dangerous threats to our health! Cleanse, revitalize, and protect your body with LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealth Want to be a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    Unlocking Potential: How Mentorship Fuels Growth, Confidence & Entrepreneurship

    In this conversation, Dr. Deborah Heiser discusses the transformative power of mentorship, particularly in the context of aging and entrepreneurship. She emphasizes that mentorship is essential for personal and professional growth, and that it can happen later in life. Dr. Heiser shares her personal journey into psychology, the importance of lateral mentorship, and how the Mentor Project is making a significant impact by connecting mentors with mentees across the globe. The discussion also touches on overcoming imposter syndrome, the role of technology in modern mentorship, and the importance of meaningful connections in fostering growth and change.TakeawaysMentorship is crucial for entrepreneurs and personal growth.Aging can be an opportunity for new entrepreneurial ventures.Lateral mentorship is often overlooked but vital.It's never too late to start something new.Mentorship can happen in short, impactful interactions.The digital age has expanded the reach of mentorship.Personal connections can lead to significant community impact.Imposter syndrome is common; seek advice from experts.Mentorship is about meaningful connections, not just hierarchical relationships.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Mentorship and Aging05:22 The Intersection of Aging and Entrepreneurship10:05 The Importance of Mentorship for Entrepreneurs13:16 Finding and Engaging with Mentors20:14 The Role of Entrepreneurs as Mentors26:15 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome27:15 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome through Mentorship28:05 The Birth of the Mentor Project29:58 Success Stories from the Mentor Project32:52 The Power of Mentorship in Changing Lives35:46 Mentorship in the Digital Age39:08 Personal Mentorship Experiences44:31 Connecting with the Mentor Project47:15 Advice for Entrepreneurs on Mentorship51:47 The Essence of MentorshipCall To Action:Connect w/Dr. Deborah Heiser -Become A Mentor/Ask A Mentee: https://mentorproject.org/Buy Dr. Heiser's Book: A must read: https://amzn.to/40iFTSD Feeling Out of Alignment? Let’s Reset That — https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourneySPONSORToxins have become one of the most dangerous threats to our health! GET FREE HEALTH REPORT: https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthCleanse, revitalize, and protect your body with LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealthWant to be a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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    How to Shift from 3D Survival to 5D Thriving & Tune In with Energetic Precision | Mari Cooper - Part 2

    In this enlightening conversation, Mariana Cooper, an intuitive life strategist, shares her journey from a corporate career to embracing her intuitive gifts. She discusses the transformative power of personal loss, the shift from 3D to 5D consciousness, and the importance of understanding Aha moments. Mariana emphasizes the need for fluency in energetic language and the significance of connecting with our higher selves to navigate life more effectively. In this conversation, Mariana Cooper and L. Michael Burt delve into the concept of connecting with one's higher self and the importance of energetic awareness. They explore the distinctions between 3D and 5D realities, emphasizing the need for energetic hygiene and the four-part framework for taking inspired action. The discussion also covers how to discern true guidance from false guidance and the significance of understanding the different dimensions of existence, including the transitional 4D space. In this engaging conversation, Mariana Cooper (Mari) shares her insights on spiritual guidance, the role of the higher self, and the importance of manifesting change in the material world. She discusses how individuals can connect with their higher selves and the significance of recognizing signs from angels and spirit guides. Mari emphasizes the need to focus on personal dreams and callings, especially during times of collective transformation. The discussion also touches on the energetic infrastructure of reality and how individuals can navigate their paths amidst societal changes.*These show notes are for both Part 1 and Part 2 of the 2 part series.Takeaways3D is governed by linearity and negative emotions.5D operates in the present moment without negativity.Meditation helps connect to your higher self.The four-part framework is clear, connect, communicate, create.Energetic hygiene is essential for clarity.True guidance comes from within, not from external thoughts.Silence and stillness lead to synchronicity.Everything that exists is already in energetic form. Consulting with energetic guides can provide clarity.Angels and spirit guides leave signs for us to recognize.The higher self acts as a general contractor for our lives.We can call on deceased individuals for guidance.Focusing on desired outcomes helps manifest reality.Call To Action:Want to connect w/Mari CooperGo to: https://www.beyondintuitionbook.com/SPONSORToxins have become one of the most dangerous threats to our health! GET FREE HEALTH REPORT: https://www.myfreehealthreport.com/OrianceHealthCleanse, revitalize, and protect your body with LiveGood’s Chlorophyll and Zeolite DETOX! https://www.myfreedetox.com/OrianceHealthJOIN STAN & GET YOUR DIGITAL STORE ON: https://join.stan.store/thethrivewelljourneyWant to be a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

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The ThriveWell Journey: Let’s Make Thriving Our New NormalA transformation podcast for entrepreneurs, leaders, and creators navigating disruption, reinvention, and identity shifts while building something meaningful.Hosted by L. Michael Burt, the show explores entrepreneurship, leadership, and sustainable success through the lens of transformation, identity, and alignment. It is designed for those who have experienced burnout, life disruption, health challenges, career shifts, or internal turning points and are seeking a grounded way to move forward without losing themselves in the process.Through recorded conversations with founders, creators, and change-makers, along with Live Friday sessions called "Friday Night Lives" focused on real-time recalibration, the podcast offers insight into rebuilding clarity, redefining success, and leading from who you are becoming, not who you used to be.This is not about hustle or grind. It is

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