

Real Influence w/ Joey Vaillancourt
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.
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.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 28min
92.Why Positive Thinking Didn't Work for You (And What Actually Does)
Have you ever wondered why positive thinking doesn’t work for you? Why the law of attraction fails even when you visualize every day? Or why manifestation feels hard no matter how many vision boards you create? If you’ve been asking these questions, this episode is for you. In this conversation, I break down why manifestation isn’t working the way you’ve been told and what actually creates lasting results. For years, I was chasing outcomes, hustling harder, and trying to “think positive,” but deep down I felt frustrated, stuck, and even burned out. I discovered that the missing pieces were surrender, acceptance, and learning how to feel my goals into reality, not just think them. What we’ll explore together: Why positive thinking doesn’t work (and the real missing link to manifestation) The hidden trap of chasing outcomes instead of building a life you actually love How to use the Decision Matrix to rewire limiting beliefs and end self-sabotage The Echo Effect and why your external reality always lags behind your inner shifts The truth about overachiever burnout and how to get results by doing less Why the subconscious mind is the real driver of success and how to reprogram it Whether you’ve tried affirmations, vision boards, or endless mindset coaching sessions, you’ll learn why those tools sometimes fail and how to shift into an abundance mindset that feels effortless. This is where ease over hustle becomes the secret to creating not only success, but genuine fulfillment. Practical strategies you’ll hear: How to stop chasing outcomes and start enjoying the process of your life How to overcome doubt in manifestation and believe in your goals How to create a life of alignment instead of living on autopilot How to attract success effortlessly by feeling into your vision How to build momentum and produce results while spending less time This isn’t about quick fixes or surface-level motivation. This is about personal growth, mindset shifts, and lifestyle design that actually last. If you’ve ever thought “manifestation not working for me” or “why the law of attraction fails,” this episode will connect the dots in a way that finally makes sense. So if you’re ready to stop the cycle of self-sabotage, let go of limiting beliefs, and start living from a place of abundance mindset and surrender, hit play now. Episode breakdown: 00:00 – Why Positive Thinking Doesn’t Work 03:00 – Vision Without Surrender: Building from Ego vs. Acceptance 07:00 – Chasing Outcomes vs. Building a Life You Actually Love 12:00 – Feeling Is the Secret: How to Manifest with Emotion 16:00 – Decision Matrix & Rewiring Limiting Beliefs 20:30 – The Echo Effect: Why Results Lag and How to Stay Aligned 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 #PositiveThinking #ThinkandGrowRich #TheSecret #ManifestYourLife #LawOfAttractionFails #SuccessMindset #LimitingBeliefs #WhyPositiveThinkingDoesntWork #SelfSabotage #AbundanceMindset #EnjoyTheProcess #DecisionMatrix #LifestyleDesign #ManifestationNotWorking #SubconsciousMind #AttractSuccessEffortlessly #OverachieverBurnout #EchoEffect #MindsetShift #PersonalGrowth #Surrender #MindsetCoaching #EaseOverHustle #VisionBoard #LawOfAttraction #Manifestation #BuildALifeYouLove #OvercomingDoubt #ManifestationFeelsHard #FeelYourGoals #LifeAlignment #StopChasingOutcomes #ProduceResultsWithLessTime

Sep 8, 2025 • 18min
93.The 4D Exercise That Helps You Create the Life You Actually Want
Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the right things but still not living the life you truly want? What if the gap between where you are and where you want to be wasn’t about time, but about identity? And what if you could step into your future self today and watch your reality shift instantly? In this episode, we dive into the 4D Exercise, a powerful tool that helps you design your life from the inside out. It’s not about wishful thinking or waiting years for things to change. It’s about aligning your desires, your current identity, your future identity, and then choosing to live as that person now. What you’ll discover in this episode: Why most people stay stuck repeating the same patterns How your current identity silently shapes your reality The exact steps to create alignment between who you are and who you want to become The mindset shift that turns your goals from “someday” into today This exercise was born out of real coaching experiences and the powerful insights of David Bayer, a leader in mindset and transformational work. It challenges you to go beyond surface-level self-improvement and actually embody your future self now. When you practice this framework, you’ll start to notice: Greater clarity about what you truly want More confidence in your decisions A sense of ease because you’re no longer waiting for “someday” Alignment between your thoughts, actions, and desired outcomes The 4D Exercise works because it reprograms how you see yourself. Instead of being trapped in your current limitations, you begin to step into possibility. You start acting from the perspective of the person who already has the results you want. And when your actions align with that identity, reality follows. If you’ve ever felt like you’re trapped in cycles of self-sabotage, or like your goals are always out of reach, this episode will give you a framework to shift everything. Ask yourself: Who do I need to be right now to align with my desires? The truth is, you don’t have to wait years to live the life you want. You just need to choose your future identity and embody it today. Want to go deeper? Join me for The Great Life Experiment: 30 Days to Rewire Your Reality. This isn’t about adding more to your to-do list, it’s about living differently. Each day, you’ll practice simple but powerful shifts that reconnect you with curiosity, alignment, and the person you truly want to be. Imagine where you could be in just 30 days if you stopped waiting for “someday” and started living as your future self now. Episode breakdown: 00:00 – Big Question: Creating Your Reality 00:28 – Personal Story & Training with David Bayer 02:31 – Step 1: Creating Your Desires 04:53 – Step 2: Identifying Your Current Identity 08:07 – Step 3: Defining Your Future Identity 12:00 – Living Your Future Self Today 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 https://joeyvaillancourt.com/the-30-day-challenge/ #WhatDoIReallyWant #HowToLiveInAlignment #BecomingThePersonYouWantToBe #DesignYourLife #CreateYourReality #ChangeYourMindsetForSuccess #EmbodyYourBestSelf #BeYourFutureSelfNow #HowToStopImposterSyndrome #FutureSelfVisualization #GoalSetting #Alignment #DavidBayer #HowToChangeYourLife #YourReality #realinfluence #joeyvaillancourt #livingunfenced

Aug 19, 2025 • 55min
91.Break Free from Money Stories & Heal Generational Wealth Patterns w/ Hannah Chapman (Expansive CEO)
Have you ever wondered why you keep repeating the same 💸 money patterns you learned from your family? Do you and your partner struggle to talk about money without it turning into conflict or disconnection? What if the key to wealth, love, and parenting wasn’t in spreadsheets but in healing your money stories and breaking generational patterns? 🤯 In this episode of Real Influence, I sit down with Hannah Chapman financial advisor for entrepreneurs, founder of Expansive CEO, and a visionary leader in conscious financial planning. Together, we unpack how to break free from negative money stories, heal the family money beliefs that are silently shaping your life, and step into true alignment with your purpose and prosperity. Hannah shares how she blends Human Design, money alignment, and spiritual financial planning to help entrepreneurs and families find freedom from scarcity, guilt, and self-sabotage. 🙌 We go deep into the financial healing journey where money isn’t just numbers, it’s tied to self-worth, inner peace, and generational wealth healing. We also talk about the struggles couples face when one partner doesn’t believe in spirituality, how to rebuild marriage trust around money, and how to create financial intimacy in relationships without shame or blame. ❤️ If you’ve ever asked, “How do I align with my partner about money and spirituality?” this conversation has the answers. And it doesn’t stop at money and marriage. Hannah reveals how parenting through self-healing allowed her to create a safe emotional space for her kids especially raising children on the autism spectrum. 🧩 We explore how parents can break generational money trauma, release scarcity beliefs, and show their children what true abundance looks like. This is more than an episode about money , it’s about self-reflection, transformation, and combining inner work with financial success. Whether you’re navigating couples money struggles, searching for a financial advisor with spirituality, or simply wanting to heal your money mindset, this episode will inspire you to rewrite your story. ✨ Topics We Cover: Breaking free from money stories & generational trauma Human Design and money alignment Conscious financial planning for entrepreneurs Couples money struggles & financial intimacy in relationships Rebuilding marriage trust when partners disagree about money & spirituality Parenting through self-healing and creating safe emotional space for kids Healing money trauma and finding financial freedom If you’re ready to change your money story, heal your relationships, and create a legacy of abundance, this conversation is for you. 🚀 In this we’ll talk about: 00:00 – The Real Reason You’re Still Struggling With Money 04:58 – Healing Money Trauma: From Scarcity to Soul-Aligned Wealth 11:32 – Bringing Spirituality Into Business (Without Losing Credibility) 18:22 – Marriage, MDMA, and Mindfulness: A Real Conversation About Connection 24:48 – Conscious Parenting: Holding Space for Neurodivergent Kids 31:07 – Generational Healing Through Inner Child Work 36:40 – Using Human Design & Gene Keys in Financial Coaching 41:13 – Legacy Building Through Emotional Safety & Self-Awareness 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 Hannah! https://hannahrchapman.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahrchapman/ https://www.instagram.com/hannah.chapman.cfp/ Video resources/links of things mentioned https://expansiveceo.com/products_services #ExpansiveCEO #MoneyStories #HealYourMoneyMindset #GenerationalWealthHealing #ConsciousFinancialPlanning #HumanDesignAndMoney #FinancialAdvisorWithSpirituality #CouplesMoneyStruggles #RebuildMarriageTrust #FinancialIntimacy #BreakingGenerationalTrauma #ParentingThroughHealing #SafeEmotionalSpace #realinfluence #joeyvaillancourt #livingunfenced #hannahchapman

Jul 28, 2025 • 57min
90.No Light, No Noise: The Surprising Power of a Dark Retreat for Overcoming Fear & Finding Clarity
Have you ever wondered what happens when you spend days in total darkness? Can a dark retreat really help you overcome fear, anxiety, and internal chaos? What kind of transformation happens when there’s no phone, no light, and no escape but inward? In this powerful episode of Real Influence with Joey Vaillancourt, we dive deep into an unforgettable darkness retreat and what it reveals about the human mind, emotional resilience, and the power of surrender. 🎧🌑 Matthew Stafford, returns to share his second dark room experience — a journey that took him beyond fear, into presence, and toward a state of profound emotional clarity. This isn’t your typical wellness trend. It’s not about biohacking or chasing highs. This is about facing your shadow, peeling back internal noise, and unlocking deep breakthrough moments in total silence. From spontaneous breathwork breakthroughs to extended periods of wakefulness without exhaustion, Mathew describes the mind-bending impact of 4.5 days in complete darkness — and the surprising physiological effects that followed. Plus, he shares how a traditional Mexican Temazcal ceremony (sweat lodge) right after the retreat amplified his transformation. 🔥💨 💡 What you’ll learn in this episode: ✅ What a darkness retreat actually involves (no substances, no stimulation—just pure stillness) ✅ How going inward builds massive emotional resilience in daily life ✅ The role of breathwork in dark retreats and how it leads to altered states ✅ The surprising science behind DMT production in total darkness ✅ Why these experiences offer an alternative to psychedelics like ayahuasca ✅ What it really means to overcome fear through silence, surrender, and presence ✅ How the mind resets itself and creates a new story about who you are ✅ Why so many high performers are now turning to silent retreats for mental clarity ✅ Insights into post-retreat integration, productivity, and internal peace ✅ The deeper spiritual impact of a true awakening journey For anyone looking for more than surface-level self-care, this conversation is your invitation to explore the real work—the kind that happens in stillness, not hustle. 🙏 🧠 Whether you're a seeker, an entrepreneur, or simply someone craving inner peace, this episode will challenge your assumptions and inspire you to ask: What if the next breakthrough you’re seeking… is on the other side of the dark? This deeply personal multi-part story follows one man's transformation through radical self-exploration—starting with a five-day darkness retreat in complete isolation and concluding with a traditional Temazcal (sweat lodge) ceremony. Along the way, he uncovers powerful lessons about fear, surrender, trauma, and spiritual healing. Inside the journey: 🌀 Darkness Retreat – A raw encounter with ego, memory, and inner stillness. 🪞 Reflections – Insights on identity, trauma, and daily triggers that linger after the dark. 🔥 Temazcal Ceremony – A sacred fire ritual of death, rebirth, and ego dissolution. 🧠 Life Lessons – Over 50 insights blending spiritual truths with grounded personal growth. If you're exploring healing, deep self-discovery, or practical ways to reclaim your power—this story takes you far beneath the surface. 👉 Ready to read the full transformation story? 👇 Ready to explore your own dark retreat or learn more? 🔗 View the Full Document Collection: http://bit.ly/419Mi2U In this we'll talk about: 00:00 – Can Darkness Really Heal You? 02:00 – What Is a Dark Retreat? 06:00 – Before the Retreat: Emotional Preparation 12:00 – Awakening in Total Silence 18:00 – The Power of Breathwork in Darkness 23:00 – DMT, Fasting & Hallucinations 32:00 – Mexican Temazcal Sweat Lodge Experience 41:00 – Post-Retreat Shifts: Focus, Calm & Productivity 49:00 – Final Thoughts on Letting Go, Clarity & Conscious Living 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 #DarkRetreat #DarknessRetreat #DarkRoomExperience #EmotionalResilience #BreathworkJourney #BreakthroughMoments #OvercomingFear #AwakeningJourney #realinfluence #joeyvaillancourt #livingunfenced

Jun 30, 2025 • 23min
89.1-Year Coaching w/ David Bayer: How I Got Sober, Changed My Life and Re-Wired My Brain
Breakthrough moment alert! Handing over $110K flipped my fear into empowered decisions and rewired my life on the spot. Ready to Face the Fear and Do It Anyway? I reveal my big decision framework for turning life challenges into opportunities for change without regret. This episode shows how breaking through comfort zones to level up isn’t about cash—it’s about choosing yourself with no safety net. We unpack the vision-first, how-second rule plus evidence building for new empowering beliefs so your next leap sticks. Contrast is your greatest teacher—discover why every obstacle is actually a growth accelerator. If you’ve wondered how to outwork your self doubt, you’ll get the power of positive thinking tools that beat hustle every time. The ultimate gratitude mindset shift: see “failures” as stepping stones and watch opportunities multiply. Hear my daily mantra trick for iron-clad commitment—evidence building that locks in unstoppable momentum.Plus, the vision board hack that magnetized new clients and income the second I relaxed into inspired action. By the end, you’ll have a playbook to smash comfort zones, level up fast, and claim the future already waiting for you. 🔥 Hit play, challenge your assumptions, and join the movement for real influence in mindset, partnerships, and life mastery. 🙌 Subscribe, drop your biggest leap in the comments, and share this with anyone still standing on the cliff edge! In this we’ll talk about: 00:00 Facing Fear: $110K Commitment Leap 03:12 Decision Moment: Transformation Begins Now 07:45 Vision First, Let the How Unfold 11:30 Turning Contrast Into Growth Lessons 15:55 Gratitude Mindset Unlocks Abundant Pathways 20:40 Big Decision Framework: Evidence-Building Blueprint Connect with Joey on your favourite social platforms! https://joeyvaillancourt.com/ / joeyvaillancourt / joey.vaillancourt.9 / joey-vaillancourt / @joeyvaillancourt-realinfluence About Joey: Joey Vaillancourt, host of the Real Influence podcast, helps people overcome apathy, feeling trapped and living a life of resignation by inspiring them to challenge their assumptions and handed down beliefs so they can experience a more purposeful, fulfilled and aligned life. #BreakingThroughComfortZones #LevelUp #BreakthroughMoment #EmpoweredDecisions #TurnChallengesIntoOpportunities #FaceTheFearDoItAnyway #GratitudeMindsetShift #OutworkYourSelfDoubt #PowerOfPositiveThinking #EvidenceForEmpoweringBeliefs #BigDecisionFramework #realinfluence #joeyvaillancourt #livingunfenced

Jun 16, 2025 • 27min
88.Feeling Overwhelmed? This Is How You Finally Let Go—Without Regret or Guilt
🔥 Overwhelmed by choices? Wondering how to create a new empowering belief and delete the old, limiting ones? 😅 You’re in the right place! In this episode, I reveal my big decision framework—a simple, 5-step process that turns confusion into crystal-clear action. 1️⃣ Identify the limiting belief that’s fueling your stress. 2️⃣ Create a new empowering belief that instantly upgrades your mindset. 3️⃣ Find real-life evidence to anchor that belief so it sticks. 4️⃣ Unlock fresh ideas and creative pathways you never saw before. 5️⃣ Clarify your 4D vision and move from “busy” to unstoppable. ✨ I’ll share behind-the-scenes stories from coaching sessions and my own life—proof that anyone can break limiting beliefs and make big decisions with confidence. 💡 Whether you’re drowning in tasks or wrestling with a career pivot, this big decision framework shows you how to decide what to keep and what to let go—fast. 🤓 Expect mindset science, practical tips, and a few aha-moments you can apply right now. Ready to move from chaos to clarity? Hit Subscribe and smash the 🔔 so you never miss these high-impact mental upgrades. 👉 Comment below: Which limiting belief are you replacing today, and what empowering belief will take its place? Let’s build REAL influence—inside and out. 💪 In this we’ll talk about: 00:00 Overwhelm Starts Here 02:00 Beliefs Drive Overwhelm Loop 05:00 Five Drivers Framework Explained 08:00 Decision Matrix, Evidence Stacking 12:00 Real-Life Belief Shifts 18:00 Vision, Gratitude, Next Steps Connect with Joey on your favourite social platforms! https://joeyvaillancourt.com/ / joeyvaillancourt / joey.vaillancourt.9 / joey-vaillancourt / @joeyvaillancourt-realinfluence About Joey: Joey Vaillancourt, host of the Real Influence podcast, helps people overcome apathy, feeling trapped and living a life of resignation by inspiring them to challenge their assumptions and handed down beliefs so they can experience a more purposeful, fulfilled and aligned life. #CreateEmpoweringBelief #EmpowerYourMind #LimitingBeliefs #OvercomeScarcityMindset #ClarityVsOverwhelm #ShiftFromOverwhelm #ShiftLimitingBeliefs #StopHustleGrind #BigDecisionFramework#realinfluence #joeyvaillancourt #livingunfenced

Jun 2, 2025 • 58min
87. How to Help Kids Overcome Limiting Beliefs (Empowerment for Teens)
Do gifted students in your life struggle with overcoming perfectionism and anxiety—even when they seem to “have it all”? Want to know how to break free from limiting beliefs while strengthening family communication so everyone thrives?Are you a purpose-driven parent looking for practical mindset shifts to unlock your child’s full potential? In this upbeat episode we dive deep into best practices for youth empowerment and parenting emotionally sensitive children—giving you real-world strategies that work 🌟. You’ll discover long-tail keys like “how to build confidence in teenagers before college,” “questions every coach should ask a teenager,” and “daily habits that strengthen youth resilience.” We unpack the science of mindset, share purpose-driven family routines 🤝, and reveal the exact language that turns tension into trust during tough conversations. Along the way we tackle overcoming perfectionism in gifted students with evidence-based tools, explore practical mindset shifts for parents that upgrade your home environment, and lay out step-by-step frameworks to break free from limiting beliefs in both adults and kids 🚀. You’ll hear stories, scripts, and simple exercises designed to boost family communication, nurture emotionally intelligent teens, and spark resilient, empowered youth ready to change the world. Whether you’re searching “best parenting advice for sensitive children,” “how to empower young leaders,” or “family mindset hacks for purpose-driven living,” this video delivers EXACTLY what you need—no fluff, just actionable insights 😄. Hit play, join the conversation, and let’s build a home where every member flourishes! 🙌🏻 In this we’ll talk about: 00:00 – Cracking the Ancient Brain: Why “I’m Not Enough” Is a Myth 🧠 01:26 – The Purpose-Driven Parenting Roadmap 03:02 – 24-Hour Teen Keynote Sprint—Pressure into Power 🤯 12:06 – College-Ready Confidence: Mindset Tools Teens Actually Use 22:46 – Decode Your Triggers: Fear, Belonging & the “Not Enough” Loop 24:31 – The 5 Primary Drivers: Rewire Beliefs in Real Time 32:25 – Train Your RAS: Spotting Proof You’re Winning 🔍 Connect with Joey on your favourite social platforms! https://joeyvaillancourt.com/ / joeyvaillancourt / joey.vaillancourt.9 / joey-vaillancourt / @joeyvaillancourt-realinfluence Connect with Monika! / monikavaillancourt www.realinfluencecoaching.com About Joey: Joey Vaillancourt, host of the Real Influence podcast, helps people overcome apathy, feeling trapped and living a life of resignation by inspiring them to challenge their assumptions and handed down beliefs so they can experience a more purposeful, fulfilled and aligned life.

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