
Real Influence w/ Joey Vaillancourt
Welcome to Real Influence with Joey V, where you'll learn the tools and meet the people who can help you master the art of self-influence – the innate power we all have to transform our thoughts, beliefs, habits, and behaviors and lead more intentional, authentic, and inspired lives.
In each episode, Joey Vaillancourt shares personal stories from his journey of radically reinventing his life and invites his guests to reveal the techniques they've used to overcome adversity and create success on their terms.
Whether you’re looking to grow your business, improve your relationship, or find more fulfillment in your personal life, Real Influence With Joey V is your place to discover how to lead yourself first and, in doing so, create a ripple effect that influences the world around you.
If you’re ready to stop letting the external forces around you control your reality and start transforming your life from the inside out, you've come to the right place. Check your ego at the door, drop the mask, and prepare to explore what's REAL—because that’s where true influence begins.
Latest episodes

May 12, 2025 • 1h 3min
86.Rethinking Education: How Homeschooling Can Nurture Curiosity and Autonomy w/ Katie Wells
Ever feel like you're messing up this whole parenting thing? Wondering if homeschooling could work for your strong-willed child—without losing your mind? Curious how to raise confident, autonomous kids without bribes, punishments, or yelling? 😅 In this powerful episode, Katie Wells (aka Wellness Mama) and Joey Vaillancourt peel back the curtain on playful parenting and the beauty of parenting through imperfection. 💛 They share real-life wins, hard lessons, and sanity-saving homeschool tips that prioritize child autonomy, connection, and joy. If you're exploring how to start homeschooling your child or want to break away from outdated systems, this conversation will leave you empowered. Learn what it means to parent without control and how to build strong family values at home—without using fear, guilt, or sticker charts. 🎓✨ We go deep into empathetic parenting and challenge the myth that kids need to be “fixed” or “managed.” Instead, Katie offers fresh insights rooted in bratbusters parenting alternatives that center love, trust, and emotional intelligence. ✅ Here's what you'll walk away with: • 🙌 How to embrace parenting through imperfection and model emotional resilience • 🧠 Why child autonomy is key to long-term confidence and motivation • 🎒 Sanity-saving homeschool tips for creating a low-stress, joyful learning environment • 💡 What bratbusters parenting actually looks like in real life • 🧰 Parenting strategies for strong-willed children that build connection, not conflict • 🧘♀️ Ways to integrate family wellness and holistic living into your daily rhythm • 🚫 Why parenting without punishments or rewards works—and how to start • 🌱 How to develop your own style of empathetic parenting that honors both you and your child • 🛠️ Tools for building strong family values at home in a way that sticks • ✨ Mindset shifts for navigating homeschool, tantrums, tech use, and more! This is your go-to guide for ditching perfectionism, rediscovering your intuition, and becoming the parent your child truly needs—especially if you're raising strong-willed children. 🧠❤️ 💬 COMMENT BELOW: What’s the biggest mindset shift you've had since becoming a parent? 🎧 Watch now for honest, funny, and deeply encouraging wisdom that’ll have you saying “YES—that’s what I needed!” In this we’ll talk about: 00:00 - What if you’re parenting wrong? 03:05 – Why school might not work 07:40 – Building deeper bonds with kids 12:10 – Letting your child lead 16:22 – How to start homeschooling today 21:55 – Handling strong-willed kids with grace 27:30 – Parenting without punishments or rewards 33:47 – Real homeschool tips that work #PlayfulParenting #ParentingThroughImperfection #HomeschoolTips #SanitySavingHomeschool #FamilyWellness #WellnessMama #BratbustersParenting #ParentingWithoutPunishment #HomeschoolingJourney #StartHomeschooling #ChildAutonomy #StrongFamilyValues #EmpatheticParenting #ParentingStrongWilledKids #ConsciousParenting #KatieWells #JoeyVaillancourt #RealInfluence #LivingUnfenced Connect with Joey! https://www.instagram.com/joeyvaillancourt/ https://www.facebook.com/joey.vaillancourt.9/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-vaillancourt/ https://www.youtube.com/@joeyvaillancourt-realinfluence https://www.joeyvaillancourt.com Connect with Katie! https://www.wellnessmama.com https://www.instagram.com/wellnessmama/

May 5, 2025 • 16min
85.How to Forgive Your Parents & Heal Childhood Trauma for Good (Without Confrontation)
Still holding on to childhood trauma? Want to know how to forgive your parents without getting an apology? Have you ever wondered how your unhealed inner child is affecting your adult life? Do you want to break free from generational patterns and finally experience emotional peace? In this powerful episode, we dive deep into healing childhood trauma, forgiving your parents, and breaking free from inherited emotional patterns that keep you stuck. Whether you’ve been feeling disconnected, emotionally triggered, or just plain exhausted by repeating the same cycles, this is your wake-up call. 🛎️ You'll learn how inner child healing and forgiveness work can help you let go of past pain and step into a life of self-awareness, emotional healing, and personal growth. 🤓 We’ll uncover the truth behind generational healing and how your ability to heal your past impacts your future—and the legacy you leave behind. 💫 Discover long-term healing solutions, forgiveness tools, and self-awareness practices that actually work. You’ll also get practical insights to help you let go of resentment, reprogram subconscious beliefs, and create the emotional space needed to build healthy relationships. 💖 🎯 Topics covered include: How to forgive your parents without denying your pain The power of healing generational trauma Inner child work that transforms your adult relationships Mind-body techniques for emotional release and nervous system regulation Tools to stop inherited self-sabotage and guilt from running your life Why forgiveness is a gift you give yourself This isn’t just about letting go of the past—it’s about reclaiming your peace, power, and purpose. 🙌 You deserve to heal, grow, and live without emotional baggage. 💥 👉 Watch now if you’re ready to shift from pain to peace and rewrite your story from the inside out. In this we’ll talk about: 00:00 – Still Waiting for an Apology? 0:36 – Why Forgiveness Matters as a Parent 01:58 – How to Honor Their Suffering 04:22 – How to Honor Their Intent 07:05 – The Actual Forgiveness Process #HealingTrauma #ChildhoodHealing #InnerPeace #SelfAwareness #EmotionalHealing #PersonalGrowth #GenerationalHealing #BreakTheCycle#ForgivenessJourney #SelfHealing #ForgiveYourParents #RadicalForgiveness #JoeyVaillancourt #RealInfluence #livingunfenced Connect with Joey! https://www.instagram.com/joeyvaillancourt/ https://www.facebook.com/joey.vaillancourt.9/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-vaillancourt/ https://www.youtube.com/@joeyvaillancourt-realinfluence https://www.joeyvaillancourt.com

Apr 28, 2025 • 1h 10min
84.Financial Freedom Blueprint Using the Money Ripples Method
Want to retire earlier and live the good life? Tired of being told the only way to build wealth is through stocks and retirement plans? What if everything you’ve been taught about money was designed to keep you stuck? Ready to break free from the financial system and create wealth on your own terms? In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into how to build wealth without Wall Street and explore the Financial Freedom Blueprint taught by the Personal Finance Rebel himself. This is more than just another money talk — it’s a mindset shift. 🚀 Discover the Money Ripples Method 🌀, where you’ll learn how to make money without traditional investments, break free from outdated financial beliefs, and create purpose-driven wealth that lasts for generations. 💰✨ We unpack real stories about losing and regaining wealth, overcoming financial trauma, and shifting into a work optional lifestyle through smarter strategies, not harder hustle. 💼➡️🌴 You’ll learn about: ✅ How infinite banking works and why it’s a game-changer for entrepreneurs ✅ Creating legacy wealth using tools most financial advisors won’t talk about ✅ Why the stock market might not be your best bet for long-term financial security ✅ The power of alternative investments and passive income ✅ Building your own personal finance rebel strategy to break generational money patterns ✅ What it means to be a mindset money expert and how to shift your beliefs to attract abundance ✅ The difference between saving money and making your money work for you ✅ How to redefine finance by thinking like a wealth strategist, not a saver ✅ Real stories of financial resilience and how to bounce back stronger 🧠💪 Whether you're just starting out, recovering from financial loss, or already building multiple income streams — this conversation will inspire you to think differently, act boldly, and reclaim control over your money and your mindset. 💥 👋 If you're ready to ditch outdated financial advice, embrace a modern money mindset, and build a life where freedom, purpose, and wealth coexist, hit that play button — this is the episode for you. 👇 Drop a comment if you're ready to redefine what wealth means to YOU. 📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this with someone who needs to hear it! In this we’ll talk about: 00:00 – Breaking Generational Money Beliefs & Scarcity Mindsets 05:00 – Health, Hypnotherapy, and Healing for Financial Growth 10:20 – From Financial Advisor to Personal Finance Rebel 16:05 – Losing It All: The Financial Collapse That Changed Everything 22:30 – Creating a Work Optional Lifestyle and Legacy Wealth 28:45 – Building Wealth Without Wall Street or Traditional Investments 34:50 – How Infinite Banking Works 42:00 – Financial Freedom Blueprint: How to Redefine Finance #MoneyRipples #WorkOptionalLifestyle #WealthWithoutWallStreet #PurposeDrivenWealth #InfiniteBankingStrategist #PersonalFinanceRebel #FinancialFreedomBlueprint #MindsetMoneyExpert #LegacyWealthCoach #GenerationalWealth #BreakMoneyBeliefs #FinanceRedefined #ChrisMiles #JoeyVaillancourt #RealInfluence #LivingUnfenced Connect with Joey! https://www.instagram.com/joeyvaillancourt/ https://www.facebook.com/joey.vaillancourt.9/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-vaillancourt/ https://www.youtube.com/@joeyvaillancourt-realinfluence https://www.joeyvaillancourt.com Connect with Chris Miles! https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriscmiles/ https://www.instagram.com/moneyripples/ www.moneyripples.com https://bit.ly/4crDjPa

Apr 14, 2025 • 19min
83.Praise Paradox: Stop People Pleasing and Overcome Fear of Disapproval
😩 Ever feel like you're constantly saying yes just to avoid disappointing others? Are you stuck in the trap of people pleasing and the fear of disapproval? What if redefining personal success on your own terms could change everything? In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the disease to please—how it’s quietly sabotaging your confidence, your boundaries, and your definition of success. 💥 Whether you’re battling the fear of disapproval from friends, family, or even strangers, this conversation is here to remind you that you have permission to say NO. 💯 You’ll hear powerful insights on: ✅ How to stop people pleasing without guilt ✅ Overcoming the fear of not being liked or accepted ✅ Why most people tie their self-worth to external validation ✅ How to redefine personal success based on YOUR values ✅ The mindset shift that helped Julien Blanc set new life standards ✅ Why chasing approval keeps you stuck and unhappy ✅ Setting boundaries without feeling selfish ✅ The psychology behind saying “no” and feeling empowered ✅ Letting go of societal pressure and defining happiness for yourself ✅ How to reclaim your time, energy, and self-respect 🙌 If you’re ready to break the cycle and become unapologetically YOU, this is your sign. 🚨 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on the bell for weekly episodes that challenge your mindset and help you build a life you love. #GiveYourselfPermissionToSayNo #PeoplePleasing #FearOfDisapproval #RedefineSuccess #TheDiseaseToPlease #JulienBlanc #MindsetShift #SetBoundaries #AuthenticLiving #StopPeoplePleasing #EmotionalFreedom #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfGrowth #SayNoWithoutGuilt In this we’ll talk about: 00:00 - The Disease to Please 01:45 – Understanding Fear of Disapproval 04:20 – Giving Yourself Permission to Say No 7:10 – Redefining Personal Success on Your Own Terms 9:50 – Julien Blanc's Approach to Overcoming Limiting Beliefs 12:30 – Breaking Free from People-Pleasing Behavior Connect with Joey! https://www.instagram.com/joeyvaillancourt/ https://www.facebook.com/joey.vaillancourt.9/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-vaillancourt/ https://www.youtube.com/@joeyvaillancourt-realinfluence https://www.joeyvaillancourt.com

Mar 31, 2025 • 1h 1min
The Dark Side of Hustle Culture: Why Work-Life Balance Matters More Than Money
What if working harder is actually making you poorer? 😱 Are you grinding non-stop, chasing success, but feeling exhausted, unfulfilled, and trapped? It’s time to break the cycle of struggle and discover the REAL path to wealth, freedom, and happiness! 🚀 In this episode, we expose the dark side of hustle culture and reveal how you can achieve work-life balance, grow your income, and still have time for what truly matters – your family, your health, and your happiness. 🎯 🔥 What You’ll Learn Today: ✅ How to build wealth without burnout (yes, it’s possible!) 💡 ✅ The high-performance habits successful entrepreneurs use 💪 ✅ Why time freedom over money is the key to real success 🕰️ ✅ How business coaching can help you scale without stress 📈 ✅ The biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make (and how to avoid them) ❌ ✅ How the Legado Family system helps you create generational wealth 👨👩👧👦 💡 Tired of sacrificing your life for success? There’s a better way! Learn how to work smarter, not harder, and finally take control of your future. 🎬 Hit PLAY NOW ▶️ and unlock the secrets to financial freedom, work-life harmony, and long-term success! 🚀💯 In this we’ll talk about: 00:00 - The Truth About Work-Life Balance 04:15 - Breaking the Cycle of Struggle 09:30 - Wealth Without Burnout Explained 14:45 - The Dark Side of Hustle Culture 20:10 - Time Freedom Over Money 26:25 - High-Performance Habits for Success 32:40 - How Business Coaching Helps You 38:55 - Legado Family & True Wealth #WorkLifeBalance #BusinessCoaching #HighPerformanceHabits #WealthWithoutBurnout #TimeFreedom #HustleCulture #WorkLifeHarmony #LegadoFamily #BreakingTheCycle Connect with Joey! https://www.instagram.com/joeyvaillancourt/ https://www.facebook.com/joey.vaillancourt.9/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-vaillancourt/ https://www.youtube.com/@joeyvaillancourt-realinfluence https://www.joeyvaillancourt.com Connect with Rich Christiansen! www.RichChristiasnen.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/richristiansen/ https://www.instagram.com/richristiansen_/ https://legadofamily.com/

Mar 10, 2025 • 60min
81.Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Inner Critic | Break Limiting Beliefs
Do you ever experience imposter syndrome? 🤯 Is your inner critic stopping you from reaching your full potential—leaving you stuck in self-doubt, overthinking, and fear of failure? In this episode, we uncover the truth about imposter syndrome, hyper-masculinity, and the fear & scarcity mindset that hold so many people back from success. 🚀 Why do successful people still feel like frauds? 💭 How do limiting beliefs shape your reality? 🔑 What small mindset shifts create massive success? We’ll break down the psychology of self-doubt, how to silence negative thoughts, and why incremental growth is the secret to long-term success. If fear has been controlling your decisions, this episode will help you shift from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset—so you can finally build confidence and take action. 🔥 It’s time to break free from self-sabotage and step into purpose-driven success. Stop letting doubt hold you back and start making real progress today! 💬 What’s one limiting belief you’re ready to let go of? Drop it in the comments! 👇 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe & hit the bell so you never miss an episode! In this we’ll talk about: 0:00 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 3:15 - Silencing Your Inner Critic 7:42 - The Truth About Hyper-Masculinity 12:30 - Escaping Fear & Scarcity Mindset 18:05 - Breaking Limiting Beliefs 23:50 - Incremental Growth for Success 29:20 - Finding Purpose-Driven Success 35:10 - Unlocking Your Full Potential Connect with Joey! https://www.instagram.com/joeyvaillancourt/ https://www.facebook.com/joey.vaillancourt.9/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-vaillancourt/ https://www.youtube.com/@joeyvaillancourt-realinfluence https://www.joeyvaillancourt.com Connect with Thomas Edwards! https://theprofessionalwingman.com http://linkedin.com/in/thomashedwardsjr https://instagram.com/theprofessionalwingman

Feb 24, 2025 • 1h 2min
80.Surviving 5 Days of Silence in Total Darkness: The Truth About Dark Retreats (testimonial 2025)
Want to know what 5 days in complete darkness does to a person? What happens when you completely disconnect from the world and spend DAYS in total silence? Would your mind expand or would you break? How would it transform you? 🔥 In this mind-blowing episode, we dive deep into a life-changing experience with Matt Stafford, who voluntarily spent 5 days in complete darkness—no phone, no light, no distractions. What he discovered about his mind, emotions, and past traumas will completely shift the way you see your own reality. 🎙️ In this episode, we cover: ⚠️ Why most people think they have a bad memory or poor focus—but they’re actually just addicted to distraction ⚠️The mental detox that happens when you remove all sensory input ⚠️How the mind naturally produces DMT in total darkness and how that affects perception and reality ⚠️ The unexpected challenges that made Matthew question whether he could finish the full experience ⚠️ How processing deep-seated emotions without distractions leads to powerful personal transformation ⚠️ Why we unknowingly hold on to limiting beliefs from childhood and how to finally break free from them ⚠️ How removing all distractions for an extended period can unlock your potential and increase focus ✨ Whether you're interested in mindset shifts, personal development, self-influence, or extreme experiences, this episode will challenge the way you see the world. 🎥 Watch now to hear Matthew’s raw, unfiltered insights on what it’s like to face your mind in its purest form! In this we’ll talk about: 03:15 - Real stories from a dark room retreat 10:42 – What happens when your mind is completely silent? 18:30 – The unexpected struggles of a full digital detox 27:15 – Can complete darkness unlock hidden parts of the mind? 35:50 – Facing deep emotions with no distractions 45:20 – How 5 days in isolation can change your reality #digitaldetox #darkroomretreattestimonials #silentmeditationretreat #realinfluence #joeyvaillancourt #livingunfenced Connect with Joey! https://www.instagram.com/joeyvaillancourt/ https://www.facebook.com/joey.vaillancourt.9/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-vaillancourt/ https://www.youtube.com/@joeyvaillancourt-realinfluence https://www.joeyvaillancourt.com Connect with Matthew! https://buildgrowscale.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewstafforddotcom/ https://www.instagram.com/build.grow.scale

Feb 10, 2025 • 21min
79.5 Conscious Parenting Tips for your Family
Feeling disconnected from your kids? 💕 Wondering how to build deeper, more meaningful family bonds? 🎙️ In this episode, we explore five conscious parenting tips to foster trust, encourage open communication, and become a positive role model. Discover how intentional parenting and mindful actions can transform your relationships and create a home rooted in connection and integrity. These actionable strategies will help you raise emotionally healthy kids and strengthen your family dynamics. Tune in and start your parenting journey today! 🚀 In this episode, we cover: ✅ The importance of being the role model your kids need 🏆 ✅ How to be truly present and eliminate distractions 📵 ✅ The game-changing book that transformed Joey’s relationships 📚 ✅ Why identifying your child’s love language can change everything 💕 ✅ The power of integrity—living by example every single day 🔥 Timestamps: 00:00 - Feeling guilty as a parent? You’re not alone! 🤔 00:34 - Joey’s personal parenting journey: fatherhood across all ages 👶👦👨 01:06 - The one question to ask yourself before making any parenting decision 🔑 02:20 - Lesson #1: Be the role model you want your kids to emulate 💡 0 5:29 - Lesson #2: The key to being fully present with your kids 🎯 08:29 - Lesson #3: Understanding your child’s love language ❤️ 11:14 - Lesson #4: Involve your kids in daily tasks & decision-making 🏡 15:11 - Lesson #5: The crucial role of integrity in parenting 🎭 18:02 - Why self-reflection is the most powerful parenting tool 🔄 18:47 - Joey’s challenge for you + how to stay connected 📲 #BuildStrongFamilyBonds #ParentingTips #PositiveFamilyValues #ConsciousParentingAndFamilyConnection #MindfulParentingJourney #RoleModeling #ParentingJourney #NurturingYoungMinds #IntentionalParenting #RealInfluence #JoeyVaillancourt Connect with Joey! https://www.instagram.com/joeyvaillancourt/ https://www.facebook.com/joey.vaillancourt.9/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-vaillancourt/ https://www.youtube.com/@joeyvaillancourt-realinfluence https://www.partnerupprofits.com

Jan 27, 2025 • 50min
78.How to Build a Business You Love w/ Seth Spears
Is failure truly a stepping stone to success? 🤔In this episode, I sit down with Seth Spears to uncover how failure can lead to transformation and growth. 🌱 We dive into the hidden blessings of setbacks 🌈, the importance of aligning personal values with professional goals 💼, and how prioritizing quality, mission, and purpose can shape a thriving business. 🎯If you're ready to see failure in a new light 💡 and learn how it can fuel your journey to success, this is the episode for you. 🎙️Tune in and get inspired! 🌟 In this episode, we'll talk about: 00:00 - Purpose Over Profit: A Conversation with Seth Spears 02:35 - From Homeschooling to Wellness Success: Seth Spears’ Journey 06:56 - Rewild Gear: Connecting with Nature through Minimalistic Outdoor Tools 10:58 - Balancing Family, Business, and Personal Growth 19:28 - Discipline, Business Highs, and Relationship Lessons 28:52 - Breaking Patterns: Conflict, People-Pleasing, and Personal Growth 37:41 - Integrity, Consistency, and the Path to True Leadership 46:25 - Live a Good Life: Seth Spears’ Final Words of Wisdom #FinancialFreedom #BusinessCoaching #BusinessIdeas #OnlineBusiness #MarketingStrategies #StartUpAdvice #BusinessMindset #RealInfluence #JoeyVaillancourt #SethSpears #WorkLifeBalance Connect with Joey! https://www.instagram.com/joeyvaillancourt/ https://www.facebook.com/joey.vaillancourt.9/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-vaillancourt/ https://www.youtube.com/@joeyvaillancourt-realinfluence https://www.joeyvaillancourt.com Connect with Seth! https://sethspears.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethspears/ https://www.instagram.com/spearsmarketing https://wellnesse.com https://rewildgear.com

Jan 13, 2025 • 59min
77.How to Overcome Marriage Struggles and Grow Together (ft. David Bayer)
🎙️ What if the secret to a thriving relationship isn’t about changing your partner, but transforming yourself? In this heartfelt episode, we open up about our journey of self-growth and how it reshaped our connection as a couple. From navigating challenges and building deeper intimacy to aligning our life visions, we share practical tools and personal insights to inspire your own growth. 🌟 Whether you’re in a relationship or on a solo path, this episode will spark reflection, healing, and hope. ❤️✨ In this episode, we'll talk about: 00:00 - How Working on Yourself Can Transform Your Relationship 07:11 - Letting Go of Shame and Finding Yourself After Divorce 14:54 - Overcoming Emotional Triggers and Finding Fulfillment 21:28 - From Judgment to Compassion: Embracing Growth 28:04 - From Self-Reflection to Shared Growth 35:07 - The Power of Intention, Forgiveness, and Self-Reflection 41:45 - The Power of Forgiveness and Reclaiming Your Time 48:17 - Inner Work for Stronger Relationships 55:25 - Bucket List Dreams & Relationship Growth #RealInfluence #JoeyVaillancourt #ImprovingRelationships #RelationshipCoaching #BuildingIntimacy #CreatingAlignmentInRelationships #OvercomingRelationshipStruggles #ForgivenessInRelationships Connect with Joey! https://www.instagram.com/joeyvaillancourt/ https://www.facebook.com/joey.vaillancourt.9/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-vaillancourt/ https://www.youtube.com/@joeyvaillancourt-realinfluence https://www.partnerupprofits.com