Level UP with Dave

In this episode, we are joined by professional organizer Jeni Hale of 'Joyful Living by Jeni' to explore the connection between your space and your state of mind. We dive into how decluttering your environment can create clarity, reduce stress, and help you feel more grounded in your daily life. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your surroundings, this conversation will inspire you to simplify, reset, and move toward more joyful living.Check her out on https://www.joyfullivingbyjeni.com/ and you can connect with her on Instagram at joyfullivingbyjeni

Today, my grandfather turns 89 years young! This episode is all about perseverance, consistency, and poetry! Thanks for listening.

Tired of the same boring “How are you?” conversations? In this episode, we talk about how better questions lead to better answers—and deeper connections.

So many of us are walking around with something in the back of our mind. Something we know we should do. Something we want to do. Something that, deep down, we know would make our life better. But we keep pushing it off.We all have “the thing” we keep putting off. This episode is your reminder that the only way forward is action. Stop waiting. Just do the thing.

Words are spells — what you speak shapes what you build.In this episode, we explore the power of language and how your daily words create your reality.Speak with intention. Create on purpose.

Two things can be true at once.In this episode, we explore the powerful shift from “either/or” to “both/and.” You can love your partner AND need more you time. You can love parenting AND feel overwhelmed.Less shame. More connection. Stronger families.

Today we’re talking about the power of kindness — and how one simple act, especially toward a stranger, can create a ripple effect you may never even see.

This is the 100th episode of Level UP with Dave! We look back at some memorable lessons and growth via the evolution of leveling up! Thanks for listening!

Today is about writing out your victories from 2025—big, small, expected, unexpected—and why this simple practice can completely change how you view yourself, your growth, and the year you just lived.Because here’s the truth: If you don’t intentionally pause to recognize how far you’ve come, your brain will automatically focus on what’s still missing.

When your nervous system feels safe, you’re calm, focused, creative, and productive.When it feels threatened—by stress, pressure, lack of rest, emotional overload—it flips into survival mode. You become overloaded.And once you learn how to regulate your nervous system, you don’t just get your productivity back—You get your life back.If this episode helped you, share it with someone who needs permission to slow down so they can finally move forward.

Happy Holidays Everyone! It is time to learn some valuable lessons from Arnold Schwarzenegger's Christmas Movie Classic, Jingle All the Way.

You get to define and choose what this holiday season means for you!

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!Gratitude doesn’t need to be deep, poetic, or complicated. Sometimes it’s as simple as noticing the things that make life easier, brighter, or a little more meaningful.

If someone has the power to pull emotional strings inside your mind whenever they want, then you’re not the one steering the wheel of your own life — they are.Choose peace. Choose awareness. Choose to level up emotionally — because that’s real strength.

In this episode, we break down one of the simplest but most powerful nutrition hacks: perimeter shopping. You’ll learn why the outer edges of the grocery store are packed with the real, whole foods your body actually needs—fresh produce, quality proteins, and nutrient-dense essentials—while the inner aisles are where most of the highly processed, packaged temptations live.We’ll talk strategy, help you spot common traps, and give you easy, practical tips you can apply on your very next store run. Whether you're trying to eat cleaner, feel better, or support your chiropractic and wellness journey, this episode gives you a straightforward plan to level up your shopping game.

You can’t control always your initial reaction to things you say and/or do, but you can always follow that up with a thoughtful reaction and genuine communication! 

Life isn’t about what happens to you—it’s about how you approach it. Your mindset is the lens, the filter, and the GPS for your life.

It's another start to a wonderful school year for Greysen Estis! We check in on how his summer went, and find out what he's excited for in 2nd grade. Thanks for listening!

In a world that can feel divided, cynical, or heavy, kindness might just be the bravest, boldest, and most revolutionary power you can wield!

Rejection isn’t the end — it’s a reroute. In this episode, discover how every “no” can redirect you toward a better “yes.” With stories, humor, and practical mindset shifts, we’ll reframe rejection as life’s GPS, guiding you to your true path!

The "Batman Effect" study is a fascinating psychological experiment that explores how children's perseverance and task performance improve when they adopt the persona of a capable and admired character like Batman.The Batman Effect works for adults as well, because adopting a third-person or alter ego perspective creates psychological distance, which enhances self-control, resilience, and performance.

Today is the day to start to challenge patterns in your life that are NOT serving you. "Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results" -Attributed to Albert Einstein

Whether you’re building a brand, growing a relationship, or just trying to move forward in your own life — those who solve problems with the intention of providing solutions, win at life!

Have you ever worried about saying the wrong thing? Overthinking a text, a conversation, or even how you show up? Here’s the truth: You can’t say the wrong thing to the right person.

Come join us in Centennial, CO on May 18, 2025 from 11am-2pm for an out door Spring Market!! This is a family friendly event with lots of fun activities for everyone! Please contact me directly at [email protected] for more info. Thanks!

I just got back from a travel weekend to St. Louis, and encountered a couple of above and beyond service industry people! Listen to find out why it's important to always go the extra mile in anything worth doing!

Lets talk about the power of being consistent will all things worth pursuing in your life, while remembering that vulnerability will only make you stronger!

Special Guest Johnny Els shares his expertise on fitness, living your best life, and how to be the most confident version of yourself! Check out his site more information about what he can do for you! https://trufitacademy.net/

We can all pull inspiration from the Rocky movies as well as from the man that portrays Rocky, Sylvester Stallone. It is a story about a struggling actor (or boxer in the movies) who became a legend, a tale of poverty, persistence, and ultimately, triumph.

Sometimes, life can throw you a curveball...and while it might seem like a negative event in the moment, it can sometimes be just what you needed - a blessing in disguise!

Treat your kids the way you want to be treated by them! This will change your relationship with them now and forever!

You can't change what happens around you, but you can choose how you react to it!

Approach challenges and setbacks as a way to learn, grow, and persevere through what life has thrown your way!

Incorporating humor into your morning routine—whether through funny videos, jokes, or playful moments—can set you up for a happier, more productive day.

Happy 2025! Make 2025 your best year EVER!

Before we jump into the awesomeness that will be 2025, let's take a moment to celebrate some wins from 2024!

Today, our 10 life lessons are brought you by Buddy The Elf! Wishing you the Happiest Holidays!

The holidays can be a challenging time of year for many people. Here are some ways you can reduce or eliminate stress this holiday season!

Focus on gratitude for the small and simple things in your life as a way to build momentum into 2025!

Our behavior is often based on core needs, whether it's certainty, significance or growth. Learn which one of these 6 human needs is your primary driver.

Jerry Seinfeld's secret to his mega success is in his attention to consistency. Find out how to implement his strategy to your life!

Scarcity increases perceived value by leveraging the power of exclusivity, fear of loss, and assumptions about quality, making the limited item, opportunity, or resource seem inherently more desirable.

The right time to take action, and do the thing you have been waiting to do is.....NOW!

In The Four Agreements, bestselling author don Miguel Ruiz reveals the source of self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering.

Understanding the difference between Gravity and Anchor problems can allow you to change your approach on how to deal with each of the two problems.

As adults, we tend to overcomplicate things. Keep life simple by doing what FEELS right to you!

The concept of "vibrating at a high frequency" is rooted in spiritual, metaphysical, and holistic traditions, where everything in the universe, including people, is believed to be made of energy that vibrates at different frequencies. Here are 10 ways to achieve a consistently higher vibrational frequency in your life!

Co-Parenting can be challenging, but it can also be a super positive and wonderful experience for everyone involved!

Titles can and usually do mean the world to us. Self-Titles, or titles that are given to us, also are a huge indication of what is currently important in our lives. What is a title that you are currently most proud of in your life?

Would you agree to a real-life Face-Off (movie) scenario? It can be a scary or a great place!