

Rare Things
Steve J Larsen and Marley Jaxx
Rare Things is a podcast for those who refuse to settle for ordinary and crave perspectives that challenge the status quo. Each episode dives into conversations where rare perspectives create extraordinary lives. We talk to people who have done RARE things, defying the odds, challenging the status quo, and turning their wildest dreams into reality.
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Dec 24, 2024 • 48min
10x Your Growth With Radical Deletion
In today’s episode of Rare Things Podcast, we’re talking about the idea of “multiplication by subtraction” and how doing less can actually help you achieve more.
We share how this insight came to us, how it led to tough choices - like letting go of team members, cutting off projects, and even turning off Facebook ads. These decisions, while uncomfortable, created space for new opportunities and led to huge growth.
We also talk about the power of letting go, even when it’s hard. How to remove distractions, unnecessary commitments and create room for the things that truly matter. You’ll learn how to embrace discomfort, focus on fewer goals and open yourself up to unexpected opportunities.
We dive into practical tips like tracking your time to stay accountable, how relationships affect your growth and how to create space for personal and business relationships that help you grow.
Join us as we discuss letting go, setting bold goals, managing your time, why subtraction can lead to multiplication, how to simplify your life and enjoy big wins in your career and personal life.
Marley Jaxx's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarleyJaxx1/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/marleyjaxx/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/marleyjaxx
Steve J Larsen's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/stevelarsenHQ/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevelarsenhq/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@Steve-J-Larsen/
Follow Rare Things Website: https://www.therarethings.com/

Dec 17, 2024 • 36min
The Death Of The Hero: Hollywood and the Media's House of Cards
In today’s episode of Rare Things Podcast, we talk about what it’s like to chase big dreams, face challenges, and deal with the feeling of being let down by people you look up to.
We share personal stories about navigating the dream of making it in Hollywood while questioning the industry’s flaws and learning to push forward when things feel impossible. We also dive into what happens when your heroes turn out to be human - and what to do!
This episode is packed with stories about dealing with self-doubt, emotional setbacks, learning to trust yourself on your path to success. We also talk about hard times, how to use them to figure out what you truly want and how to stay on track even when things get messy.
Later on, we touch on the connection between dreams and social impact, the power of giving back, like helping girls in need through initiatives to end period poverty, and how aligning your dreams with making a difference can create real impact.
Join us today as we dive into big dreams, learning and growing from being let down by your heroes, how to stay strong in tough times, our dreams, identity crises and how they affect society, why it's worth it to keep going, and much more.
Marley Jaxx's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarleyJaxx1/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/marleyjaxx/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/marleyjaxx
Steve J Larsen's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/stevelarsenHQ/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevelarsenhq/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@Steve-J-Larsen/
Follow Rare Things Website: https://www.therarethings.com/

Dec 10, 2024 • 1h 15min
Your attachment style can MAKE or BREAK your relationships with Dr Denim Slade
Dr. Denim Slade, Ph.D. is a former marriage and family therapist with over 20 years of experience. He runs a TMS clinic and coaching program in Utah where he is focused on helping people build and maintain healthy relationships using attachment theory and personality profiling.
In today’s episode of Rare Things Podcast, Dr. Denim joins us to break down how attachment styles shape our relationships, emotions and personal growth. He breaks down the four main attachment styles, when these patterns are formed and how they affect us as adults, from how we handle emotions to the way we connect others.
We talk about the concept of a secure base - what it is, why it matters, and how it helps us grow and feel safe. Dr. Denim also explains why emotional needs like feeling valued and safe are essential for healthy relationships.
Our conversation dives into the reason our brains are wired by the age of three, the importance of organizing our emotions, and how attachment affects not just our relationships but also self-perception and career paths.
Along with Dr. Denim, we share some personal reflections, explore coping mechanisms, and how to rewrite unhealthy attachment “rulebooks” for better emotional and relational health.
Join us today as we dive into how attachment styles affect relationships, what a secure base is and its impact on you, how early childhood shapes our brains, how to handle emotions better, ways to improve unhealthy patterns, and much more.
Dr. Denim Slade's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/denim.slade/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.denimslade/
Marley Jaxx's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarleyJaxx1/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/marleyjaxx/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/marleyjaxx
Steve J Larsen's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/stevelarsenHQ/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevelarsenhq/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@Steve-J-Larsen/
Follow Rare Things Website: https://www.therarethings.com/

Dec 3, 2024 • 54min
Healing From Trauma: Psychedelic Therapy & Subconscious Rewiring
In today’s episode of Rare Things Podcast, we dive into our personal experiences and reflections on psychedelics, mental health, trauma, healing, and spirituality.
We discuss our initial contact and hesitation regarding psychedelics, how we got into therapeutic psychedelic experiences, and the deep healing these methods provided us. We also touch on the risks and research needed before using any drugs and the importance of consulting professionals.
Today, we share very personal struggles and stories and in what way was psychedelic therapy helpful to us in addressing pains and traumas and making sure we are aware of subconscious influences.
Our discussion also goes into the spiritual aspect of this type of therapy and how it relates to Christian values. We discuss psychedelic therapy’s approach to childhood traumas, programmed behaviors, and avoiding the numbing effects of traditional medicine.
Marley Jaxx's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarleyJaxx101
IG: https://www.instagram.com/marleyjaxx/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/marleyjaxx
Steve J Larsen's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/stevelarsenHQ/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevelarsenhq/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@Steve-J-Larsen/
Follow Rare Things Website: https://www.therarethings.com/

Nov 26, 2024 • 48min
The Secret to Successfully Working With Your Spouse
In today’s episode of Rare Things Podcast, we dive into how we work together as a couple and how to generally navigate the relationship with your spouse, both in personal and business contexts.
We share our experience of maintaining distinct roles and responsibilities within our joint and individual businesses. We share how we make sure to accommodate both masculine and feminine energies, especially in the very masculine business environment.
Our conversation also dives into how to set boundaries between work and personal life to avoid burnout, our framework for communication during stressful or emotionally charged moments, and how we recognize the need to stop talking about business.
Join us today as we dive into working with your partner, growing as a couple, why ambition shouldn’t be a threat to the relationship, support in relationships, the importance of open communication, and much more.
Marley Jaxx's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarleyJaxx101
IG: https://www.instagram.com/marleyjaxx/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/marleyjaxx
Steve J Larsen's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/stevelarsenHQ/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevelarsenhq/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@Steve-J-Larsen/
Follow Rare Things Website: https://www.therarethings.com/

Nov 19, 2024 • 1h 15min
Parenting With Purpose: Raising Leaders, Structuring Life & Discipline-Driven Freedom w/ Chas Wilson
In today’s episode of Rare Things Podcast, Chas Wilson is the president and CEO of Master Networks, Inc. Known as "The Voice of the Entrepreneur," Chas' mission is to educate, equip, and empower entrepreneurs to leave a legacy beyond the business.
In today’s episode, Chas joins us as we discuss various topics including family life, business success, and his innovative thought process. Chris shares his background in sports and how he realized his inclination to leadership and problem-solving.
Chris discusses his family life and how he and his wife manage to raise five kids all close in age. He shares his secret to balancing church, his three companies, relationships, and family time.
Chris dives into building structured routines, overcoming his laziness when he was younger, building discipline, and ensuring productivity. He also discusses his parenting approach and mindset and how he involves his kids in business and leadership from a young age.
Chas Wilson's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/chaswilsonceo/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/chaswilsonceo_/
Marley Jaxx's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarleyJaxx101
IG: https://www.instagram.com/marleyjaxx/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/marleyjaxx
Steve J Larsen's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/stevelarsenHQ/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevelarsenhq/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@Steve-J-Larsen/
Follow Rare Things Website: https://www.therarethings.com/

Nov 12, 2024 • 32min
Masculine & Feminine: At Home, Work, and in "Balance"
In today’s episode of Rare Things Podcast, we dive into finding the perfect balance in your work, family, and social life.
We reflect on our childhood aspirations, parenting style, and finding a good work-life balance. In a work-from-home environment, addressing the switch from work to family mode can be tough but essential.
We also discuss the difference between men’s vs. women’s abilities to multitask and why men have a more singular focus. Our discussion goes into how time perception differs based on routines and new experiences.
Join us today as we dive into hustle culture, why we think it is bad for social interactions and long-term relationships, how to balance physical and mental health, masculine and feminine energies, and much more.
Marley Jaxx's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarleyJaxx101
IG: https://www.instagram.com/marleyjaxx/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/marleyjaxx
Steve J Larsen's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/stevelarsenHQ/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevelarsenhq/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@Steve-J-Larsen/
Follow Rare Things Website: https://www.therarethings.com

Nov 5, 2024 • 23min
Biohacking Your Energy: Circadian Rhythm, Infradian Rhythm, and Productivity Based Self Worth
In today’s episode of Rare Things Podcast, we dive into energy management. We reflect on how we find the perfect balance for our responsibilities, which include running multiple businesses and raising kids.
We discuss relationships and how to maintain harmony and set boundaries using simple smart techniques. Our conversation dives into how to turn your home into a real place of recharging to ensure your and your family’s well-being.
We also reflect on our daily routines and how we structure our days following cyclical patterns of energy. Diving into the infradian rhythm and comparing it to the much more known circadian rhythm, Marley shares her experience of better managing her life after finally understanding it.
Join us today as we dive into energy management, how to structure your projects for maximum productivity, infradian vs. circadian rhythm, industrial-age productivity, maintaining healthy homes and relationships, and much more.
Marley Jaxx's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarleyJaxx101
IG: https://www.instagram.com/marleyjaxx/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/marleyjaxx
Steve J Larsen's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/stevelarsenHQ/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevelarsenhq/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@Steve-J-Larsen/
Follow Rare Things Website: https://www.therarethings.com

Nov 1, 2024 • 16min
Finding God, Purpose & A Rare Path
In today’s episode of Rare Things Podcast, we dive into finding faith, purpose, and opportunities when you are in a difficult place in life.
We reflect on how our year started and the best practices we added to get back on track and out of a low point. We dive into the transformational experience of finding God and how each of us had a completely different experience growing up with religious beliefs vs. only learning about it 6 months ago.
We dive into the value of faith in pursuing rare opportunities and touch on our experience with manifestation. We also share our early days of friendship, built on openness, support, and shared values.
Join us today as we discuss friendship, God, visualizing success, finding the coolest opportunities, enjoying the journey, and much more.
Marley Jaxx's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarleyJaxx101
IG: https://www.instagram.com/marleyjaxx/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/marleyjaxx
Steve J Larsen's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/stevelarsenHQ/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevelarsenhq/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@Steve-J-Larsen/
Follow Rare Things Website: https://www.therarethings.com

Nov 1, 2024 • 17min
The Inner "Success Conflict" You Need to Escape
In today’s episode of Rare Things Podcast, we dive into psychedelic therapy, the stigma and misconceptions surrounding it, how its reputation started, and our personal experience with it.
We share our personal experience with psychedelic therapy and why we found it to be a transformative experience. Our conversation also addresses who is fit for this type of therapy and the mindset you need to approach it with.
If you struggle with confronting hard and negative emotions and tend to suppress them, we discuss the best way to deal with this, connect with yourself, and address all your buried emotions.
Marley Jaxx's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarleyJaxx101
IG: https://www.instagram.com/marleyjaxx/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/marleyjaxx
Steve J Larsen's Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/stevelarsenHQ/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevelarsenhq/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@Steve-J-Larsen/
Follow Rare Things Website: https://www.therarethings.com