The Reflection

Send a textOn this episode Preston dives into what makes us...US. Preston peels back the layers on who we are, how we got to this place and the things we should or need to do in order to make changes and become the person we choose to become...OR, the person that we believe ourselves to be. 

Send a textOn this episode Preston dives into Kindness with an open heart and open mind. Preston gets real with himself and talks about why he thinks its SO important to be kind to yourself AND others. We briefly reflect on our previous episode and then we take a trip down kindness avenue. Hope you enjoy and please reach out if you have any questions, a good story you would like to share, or if you're just bored and want to talk about life goals and getting better at whatever it is you want to get better at.

Send a textOn this episode Preston returns in fashion as he explore the different areas of GROWTH. What does it look like one person to the next. Are our failures and losses a part of growth? Preston talks life, current events and how a growth mindset can take us to a better self. 

Send a textIn this episode, Preston interviews Niles Wolfgang Miller who is a photographer, director, content creator, editor, writer amongst many other things and who is also in pursuit of achieving his goals and dreams. Niles and Preston talk process of elimination, traveling, taking risks, chances and the art of walking your own path to find what truly makes you happy and successful the way you see fit. Please reach out and tell us your story and what you thought of the episode [email protected] or thereflection_pj on YouTube 

Send a textWelcome back everyone!!! On this dramatic return to the stage, Preston brings us an informative look into what belief is and means to each and everyone one of us. What does that mean? Well, where does belief come from? Why do we believe the things we do? Do we believe in ourself? Why or Why not? And lastly, why and how does belief distort our view of people, life and everyday happenings. Please join us on this yet another amazing episode of The Reflection, where we do just that. For ourselves and our community so that we may lead a healthier more positive and productive lifestyle. Please reach out ([email protected])

Send a textOn episode 17, Preston talks about that place we all found ourselves sometimes and just aren't too sure how to get out of. Preston goes over some common reason we all end up there in the first place. We also offer suggestions and practical steps to get out of that hole you are end and that feeling of being stuck on something that your just aren't able to pass or move on from. 

Send a textOn this episode of our journey, making our dreams into a reality and being the best person we can be, Preston dives into what makes us happy? What keeps us interested and engaged? What are we passionate about? What is our purpose? He talks about the things that truly make us happy in life and how we figure out what those things are. We will be walking away with some tips and tools that help us navigate the things we are passionate about in life and what our purpose could be based on that or those passions. 

Send a textOn this episode, episode 15, Preston talks about overcoming Fear and Self Doubt. How to get to the bottom and root cause of these fears and doubts. We take a look at different philosophies and approaches for dealing with fear and self doubt. How can we become a better person, feel determined enough to set out and accomplish the goals and dreams we desire. 

Send a textIn this episode Preston interviews Memo 71, a local music producer and health professional. They talk music, life experiences and what the future may hold in their relationships to god/the universe. Preston and Memo reflect on what it really  means to have a good life and what it looks like to truly do the things you want to do whilst on this earth. 

Send a textIn this episode Preston talks about community. How does community interact with our personal lives. How does our own community strengthen us and get us to where we want to be? There are so many different ways in which our community can help us or hold us back. The question first must be "how do we see our community?" How will we use our community to make our lives better? How will we reciprocate the same thing? How do our friends and family also play a role in this community we build? 

Send a textOn episode 12 Preston talks about the differences between having a fixed mindset and having a growth mindset. Preston dives into Carol Dweck's work and see's how we (the average person) can apply these methods and outlooks to our own lives on a daily basis. Preston talks mindset, strategy, approach and implementation of such ways of thinking and how it is that most people tend to stay in the fixed mindset realm instead of expanding, taking risks, supporting others and having a fear of failure and the way in which others perceive them. Reach out to Preston for any podcast suggestions, guest ideas or relevant information that pertains to any of the previous podcasts [email protected] OR @thereflection_PJ on YouTube 

Send a textOn this episode Preston discusses what it looks like to Follow the Leader. Who are the people we look up to and have looked up to in our past that have helped make us into the people we are today? What does it look like to take on the role of a leader? Preston looks at various leaders in history and discusses why they accomplished as much as they did. Preston asks the question "what does it mean to lead?" Hinting at the fact that it's not a role for everyone and everyone has their role to play in the world. So what is it that makes these leaders lead? Why are they so different than the "rest" of us

Send a textEp.10 - In this episode Preston dives into what it means to be stoic. We talk about what that may look like living in today's world in comparison to living in the past of ancient Rome or Greece. Preston dives into how we can apply these philosophies and methodologies into our every day living habits to live a more peaceful, kind and positive way of life. Stoicism may look different to people, but the underlining premiss is the same. How can stoicism from ancient Greece and Rome help improve our lives in various ways within this modern and ever so changing society and world. How can this way of thinking benefit us and the people around us? [email protected] YT = @thereflection_pj

Send a textEp. 9 We have a special guest with us, Mr. Morales. A teacher and friend I work with . Preston chops it up with Emilio about life, work, goals and music. There is almost nothing they don't talk about from where they are from, how they started their careers and life quests, where they want to go, Dave Grohl and what it all means. Where will they end up...??? No one will know until you listen to this interesting and free conversation. Reach out to Preston at [email protected] or on YT @thereflection_pj

Send a textEp. 8 Understanding Differences. On this episode, Preston dives into the unique differences we share as people and how differences are what makes us...us. We talk about 5 different extensions of what makes us different but yet similar on many levels. Understanding differences is the best way that we can work together and become a better version of ourselves, understanding where other people come from and why they think the way they do is only the beginning to what could be the future of a better world. Please reach out to me at [email protected] for more information

Send a textEp. 7, Preston dives into the various types of relationships there are and how they affect us on a daily basis. First, addressing the foundation or building of a relationship and then the keeping or maintaining aspect of a relationship. He also talks about the value of relationships in a community or workplace environment and what that means for our daily lives. Please reach out if you have any questions or suggestions on podcast topics that Preston could talk about. Email us at [email protected] or reach out on youtube @thereflection_pjHope everyone is enjoying the holiday season and preparing for the new year. Now is never a bad time to reach out to the ones you love and let them know how grateful you are for them.

Send a textOn episode 6 we discuss taking steps to see your goal or vision come into fruition. What does it mean to manifest something. How are some ways we can look at manifestation to help us truly succeed at the thing we want most? This mixed in with some personal experiences, vision boards Oprah and Nikola Tesla on this episode of The Reflection. Please don't forget to reach out and let me know what your actionable step are to succeeding at your goals and vision. @  -   [email protected]

Send a textIn Episode 5,  we give a quick recap on our previous episode as well as give thanks for ThanksGiving to the things we are thankful and grateful for. The power of commitment. What does it mean to commit to something? What does it look like to commit to a goal, a value and/or a way of life? We go over the various perspectives of what commitment may look like in our daily lives for ourselves and others. Acknowledging the things in our life that matter. Why we do the things we do. How becoming a better person and committing to things is a great place to start.

Send a textOn episode 4, we talk about taking chances and assessing risk. What is holding us back from taking the firs step towards our future endeavors? Why don't we just do the things we want to do? As always, I give examples of situations and scenarios from my personal life and expand on how those came to be. Taking chances and assessing risk isn't always easy, but is it better to stay in our comfort zone (that bubble) or be uncomfortable in certain situations so that we may grow and progress in our lives? 

Send a textWe have our very first guest on the show!! Johanna Derbolowsky. We discuss her book (new edition release) "The Transformation Promise". We also talk about having different perspectives on things (i.e. getting fired from a job), dealing with difficult people, having a "bad/good" day and how much power their can be in forgiveness. Join Johanna and I on this uplifting and positive conversation where we catch up a bit and talk about how having different perspectives on things can turn a not so good day, week, or month, into an absolute gift! It all depends on YOUR perspective  

Send a textOn the first official episode, but technically episode 2, we take a look at COMMUNICATION. We talk about our goals for the week and our goals for the month and how good communication can benefit our lives as well as help us with our relationships on a daily basis? We dabble in my personal life, a little history of mankind (homo sapiens) using communication as a tool for expansion, pop culture and the 4 ways people use communication to express themselves. 

Send a textWhat can we look forward to with this podcast? How can we build our community, stay productive, set goals and achieve them while encouraging others to do the same. All while staying positive and productive with a growth mindset. Who are the people I want to interview in this podcast? How can you as the listener play a role