Inside Personal Growth with Greg Voisen

In this podcast, host Greg Voisen sits down with seasoned executive coach and author Kris Girrell to peel back the layers of a phenomenon sweeping through modern society: the rise of the "spiritual but not religious." If you have ever felt like you’ve outgrown the rigid pews of traditional doctrine or felt a "dark night of the soul" burning away your old certainties, this conversation is your roadmap. Kris discusses his provocative book, Spiritually Homeless, exploring why so many people are jettisoning inherited beliefs to find a more authentic, direct connection with the divine. Are you truly letting go, or just checking out? How do you distinguish between the ego’s chatter and the soul’s whisper? Greg and Kris dive deep into the "unselfing" process, the necessity of embracing mystery over certainty, and how to find a new kind of community when you no longer fit in the old one. This episode isn't just about leaving a building; it’s about arriving at your true self. What You Will Learn By tuning into this episode, listeners will gain insights into: - The Developmental Shift: Why maturing as an adult often forces us out of "black and white" religious thinking into a more complex, nuanced spirituality. - The "Unselfing" Process: How to dismantle the power of the ego to allow the "Big Self" (the soul) to emerge. - Navigating the Dark Night: Understanding that spiritual pain is often a "purification fire" designed to burn away old, inherited beliefs. - Integration of Awe: How to process profound "spot-weld moments" of oneness and integrate them into a non-religious daily life. - The Power of Unknowing: Why letting go of the need for answers—and even the questions themselves—is a vital spiritual tool. Our Guest, Kris Girrell: ➥ Book: Spiritually Homeless: Finding Our Way Beyond Religion ➥ Buy Now: https://amzn.eu/d/2hoT15E ➥https://krisgirrell.com/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-girrell-a506731 Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen: ➥ https://gregvoisen.com ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/ ➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

In this podcast, host Greg Voisen sits down with the legendary Udo Erasmus—biochemist, author, and the man widely known as the "Father of Fats." After a life-altering poisoning by pesticides in 1980, Udo embarked on a radical journey to discover how the very building blocks of our bodies can either heal us or kill us. Did you know that a single tablespoon of processed "healthy" cooking oil can contain up to 600 quintillion damaged molecules? Udo strips away the marketing lies of the industrial food complex to reveal why your "healthy" olive or avocado oil might be failing you, and why the most sensitive nutrients in nature are being treated with the least amount of care. But this isn't just a talk about biology. Udo bridges the gap between the microscopic and the spiritual, explaining how the energy stored in food is actually "nature’s unconditional love" for your body. If you’ve ever wondered why you know what to do for your health but simply don't do it, Udo’s insights on inspiration and the "thirst of the heart" will change the way you look at a salad dressing forever. What You Will Learn: The Hidden Math of Toxicity: Why a "1% damaged" oil is actually a trillion times more dangerous than you think. The "Essential" Truth: The 42 nutrients your body cannot live without and why Omega-3 and Omega-6 are the most misunderstood of them all. Healing Through Turnover: How to rebuild 98% of your physical body to a higher standard in just one year. Beyond the Capsule: Why supplements like fish oil might be increasing your inflammation and what to use instead. The Spiritual Connection: How to reconnect with your "inner master" to find the inspiration needed to sustain lifelong health. Our Guest, Udo Erasmus: ➥ Book: Your Body Needs An Oil Change ➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/4Z8v56G ➥https://udoerasmus.com/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/udoerasmus Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen: ➥ https://gregvoisen.com ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/ ➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

In this podcast we step into an honest, intimate conversation with Mory Fontanez about reclaiming the power of your intuition, recognizing the whisper of your higher self, and breaking free from exhaustion, external validation, and the feeling of “not enough.” Through her story—from chaos, crisis, and corporate boardrooms to deep inner calling—Mory invites listeners into a hook-filled exploration of self-trust over self-help. You’ll hear how disconnection forms, why your intuition has had a “terrible PR campaign,” and how that quiet inner knowing can become the most practical, empowering guide in your life. The episode teases the big questions: What if you’re not actually lost? What if the voice you keep ignoring is the one that already knows the way back to you? 🌟 What listeners can learn How to distinguish intuition from fear and recognize the “emotionally neutral” signal of your higher self Why so many of us feel disconnected, exhausted, and lonely—and how self-trust begins to repair it How childhood shaping and core wounds like “not enough” or “too much” quietly run our lives The difference between purpose and job, and why purpose is something you already are—not something you chase How trust, flow, and self-love help you stop outsourcing your power and step into your most authentic self Why your intuition whispers… then shouts… and how to respond before life forces a crisis to get your attention Our Guest, Mory Fontanez : ➥ Book: Higher Self: Reclaiming the Power of Your Intuition―An Uplifting Spiritual Self-Help Book with a Powerful Message of Connection, Embrace Your Authentic Self and Find Meaningful Change ➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/7FMGNg4 ➥https://www.moryfontanez.com/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moryfontanez/ ➡️Youtube: https://youtube.com/@signalwithmoryandmelissa?si=fl-4-OIqSf3zfpsn Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen: ➥ https://gregvoisen.com ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/ ➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

What if the biggest threat to your consulting success isn't competition or market shifts—but your own irresistible urge to help... for free? In this candid conversation on the Inside Personal Growth podcast, pioneering purpose-driven leader Kevin W. McCarthy—author of classics like The On-Purpose Person and Chief Leadership Officer—reveals the raw truth behind his provocative new book, No Brain Picking: 26 Invaluable Perspectives Independent Consultants Need for Satisfaction, Success, and Profitability. After decades mentoring thousands of consultants (and getting "brain-picked" over countless unpaid lunches that left him "fat and broke"), McCarthy exposes the hidden traps that turn expert helpers into underpaid givers. From the dopamine rush of free advice that fades in minutes (while bills pile up) to the classic mistake of selling your fancy "nail gun" tools when clients really just need a solid roof, he shares battle-tested insights that will make you wonder: Are you accidentally sabotaging your own profitability? What Listeners Can Learn Listeners—especially independent consultants, coaches, entrepreneurs, and anyone monetizing expertise—will discover how to: - Set firm boundaries against "brain-picking" without losing your generous spirit. - Shift from being an expert who "happens to have a business" to a true business owner who consults on purpose. - Escape the dopamine hit of unpaid advice and build systems for real profitability. - Reframe your value: Stop pushing certifications and tools; start delivering outcomes clients crave. - Balance four key competencies (expertise, business acumen, leadership, and purpose) to create a sustainable, referral-driven practice that brings satisfaction and financial freedom. If you've ever felt drained from giving away your best ideas... this episode might just be the wake-up call that transforms your practice forever. Our Guest, Kevin W. McCarthy: ➥ Book: No Brain Picking: 26 Invaluable Perspectives Independent Consultants Need for Satisfaction, Success, and Profitability ➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/dBnWxUA ➥https://kevinwmccarthy.com/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwmccarthy/ ➡️Youtube: https://youtube.com/@kevinwmccarthy?si=0IaRmPaRZKvIlas- Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen: ➥ https://gregvoisen.com ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/ ➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

In this episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisin sits down with author and curiosity strategist Joe Lalley to explore why curiosity fades as we grow older—and how that quiet loss is costing individuals, teams, and organizations far more than they realize. Through stories from global companies, design thinking workshops, marathon running, and real-world leadership moments, this conversation challenges our obsession with speed, certainty, and solutions. Instead, it reveals how staying curious—just a little longer—can unlock better decisions, stronger cultures, and more meaningful innovation, even in an AI-driven world. If you’ve ever felt pressured to move fast without fully understanding the problem, this episode will change how you think about growth, leadership, and learning. What listeners will learn -Why curiosity naturally fades in workplaces—and how to bring it back -The difference between genuine curiosity and judgment disguised as questions -How seniority and hierarchy quietly suppress innovation -Why rushing to solutions often leads to wasted effort and poor outcomes -How “question-first” thinking leads to clearer, smarter decisions -The role of empathy and design thinking in solving real problems -When AI supports human insight—and when it replaces caring altogether -How curiosity strengthens relationships, not just performance -Why lifelong learning depends more on questions than answers Our Guest, Joe Lalley: ➥ Book: Question to Learn: How Curiosity Can Transform Your Career, Team, and Organization ➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/afwrKx4 ➥https://www.joelalley.com/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelalley ➡️Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JoeLalley-QuestiontoLearn Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen: ➥ https://gregvoisen.com ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/ ➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

In this episode of Inside Personal Growth, sales expert Shawn Casemore, author of The Unstoppable Sales Prospecting System, breaks down why traditional prospecting no longer works—and what to do instead. Listeners will learn how to build a systematic, repeatable prospecting process that cuts through today’s noisy, distracted marketplace. Shawn explains why attention is the new currency in sales, how to earn trust before pitching, and how meaningful human connection still outperforms automation and volume-based outreach. This conversation dives deep into: -Why prospecting is the most difficult—but most critical—part of sales -How to differentiate yourself when buyers are already over-researched -Practical strategies for cold calling, email, and LinkedIn outreach that actually get responses -The power of value-driven prospecting instead of spammy automation -How AI can support sales productivity without replacing the human element -Why discipline, consistency, and planning beat random outreach every time Whether you’re a seasoned sales professional, a business owner, or new to selling, this episode provides real-world, actionable guidance to help you book more meetings, build trust faster, and create a pipeline that doesn’t dry up. Our Guest, Shawn Casemore: ➥ Book: The Unstoppable Sales SM Prospecting System: Earn Attention, Book Meetings, and Win New Business ➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/ffLnhWI ➥https://shawncasemore.com/ ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawn_casemore/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UnstoppableSalesMachine/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawncasemore ➡️Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShawnCasemore Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen: ➥ https://gregvoisen.com ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/ ➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

In this powerful episode of the Inside Personal Growth Podcast, host Greg Voisen sits down with Dr. Melissa Robinson Winemiller, author of The Empathic Leader, to explore why empathy is no longer a “soft skill,” but a strategic leadership advantage. Drawing from her personal journey—from classical musician to educator, researcher, and leadership consultant—Melissa shares how unempathetic leadership systems can derail careers, damage cultures, and stifle innovation. She explains how empathy is a learnable, actionable skill, rooted in perspective-taking, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness. Listeners will gain deep insight into how empathetic leadership drives higher productivity, stronger cultures, lower turnover, and increased profitability, especially in an AI-driven world where empathy cannot be automated. This conversation challenges outdated command-and-control leadership models and offers a practical framework for leaders who want to lead with clarity, courage, and humanity 🎯 What Listeners Will Learn -Why empathy is a strategic leadership skill, not weakness -The difference between empathy, sympathy, and emotional intelligence -How perspective-taking improves decision-making and team performance -Why most EQ programs fail—and how empathy should come first -How empathetic leadership reduces burnout and employee turnover -The role of self-empathy in becoming an effective leader -Why empathy is the key differentiator in an AI-driven workplace -Practical tools like empathy mapping to strengthen leadership impact Our Guest, Dr. Melissa Robinson: ➥ Book: The Empathic Leader: How EQ via Empathy Transforms Leadership for Better Profit, Productivity, and Innovation ➥ Buy Now: https://amzn.in/d/4zudiDA ➥https://eqviaempathy.com/ ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empathyqueen.eq/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-melissa-a-robinson-winemiller-author-speaker-trainer/ Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen: ➥ https://gregvoisen.com ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/ ➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

In this deeply reflective episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisen welcomes back Richard Barrett - founder of the Barrett Academy and author of The New Human - for a powerful conversation on consciousness, values, and what it truly means to come home to ourselves. Richard explores the idea that personal growth is not about becoming something new, but about remembering who we were before conditioning, fear, and performance-based identity took over. Drawing from decades of work in values-based leadership and human consciousness, he introduces a new language of transformation rooted in energy, frequency, emotional integration, and self-recognition. Together, Greg and Richard discuss the seven stages of psychological development, why growth is a spiral rather than a ladder, and how emotions are not obstacles to awakening but the doorway to it. The conversation also dives into nervous system safety, ego–soul dynamics, shadow integration, and how individual inner work contributes to the evolution of collective human consciousness. This episode is an invitation to slow down, feel deeply, and reconnect with the essence of who you truly are - beyond roles, beliefs, and expectations. 🎧 What Listeners Will Learn Why personal growth is really about uncovering, not improving The difference between self-help and self-recognition How emotions act as a gateway to spiritual awakening Why growth happens in spirals, not linear stages How childhood conditioning shapes adult beliefs and behavior The role of safety, presence, and the nervous system in transformation What it means to live from alignment, frequency, and authenticity How inner work contributes to the evolution of human consciousness Our Guest, Richard Barrett: ➥ Book: The New Human: Activating the Inner Architecture for Conscious Evolution ➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/7SkHfgP ➥https://www.barrettacademy.com/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barrettacademy/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrettvalues/ Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen: ➥ https://gregvoisen.com ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/ ➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

In this deeply reflective episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisen sits down with spiritual teacher, author, and founder of the BACA Institute, Laurie Seymour, to explore the profound themes behind her book Unconditional Remembrance: Your Connection to Source. Laurie invites listeners into a heart-centered conversation about forgetting and remembering who we truly are beyond ego, conditioning, and self-doubt. Drawing from decades of experience as a therapist, teacher, and spiritual innovator, she explains why healing is not about fixing what’s broken—but about remembering our inherent wholeness and connection to Source. This episode explores unconditional love as a lived, embodied experience, the illusion of separation, the role of doubt and contraction, and how surrendering personal will allows access to deeper creativity, guidance, and purpose. It’s a powerful dialogue for anyone feeling disconnected, burned out, or seeking meaning beyond striving. Listeners are guided toward subtle but transformative inner shifts—moving from head to heart, from control to co-creation, and from self-forgetting to remembrance. 🌱 What Listeners Will Learn What “unconditional remembrance” truly means—and why it’s not a concept but an embodied experience Why self-doubt and suffering are signs of forgetting, not failure How ego, personal will, and constant “healing” can block inner truth The difference between contraction as fear vs. contraction as creative gestation How to access inner guidance without belief systems or spiritual dogma Why emptiness and the void are essential stages of growth and creation How remembrance leads to clearer decisions, deeper connection, and authentic action Our Guest, Laurie Seymour: ➥ Book: Unconditional Remembrance: Your Connection to Source ➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/cf57kC5 ➥https://thebacainstitute.com/ ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurie.seymour ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laurie.seymour.5/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurieseymour Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen: ➥ https://gregvoisen.com ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/ ➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

In this episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisen speaks with leadership expert and author Rick Williams about how leaders can make better decisions in times of uncertainty and rapid change. Based on insights from his book Create the Future, Rick introduces a practical decision-making framework centered on asking the right questions, learning from others, and aligning decisions with values, goals, and risk tolerance. He shares real-world examples from his career in consulting, business leadership, and sailboat racing to show how effective decision-making works under pressure. Listeners will gain valuable tools for navigating ambiguity, encouraging open dialogue within teams, and making thoughtful decisions that shape both organizational success and personal growth. This episode is ideal for leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals who want to lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose. 🎧 What Listeners Will Learn -Why decision-making is the core responsibility of leadership -A simple framework for making better decisions -How to lead through uncertainty and rapid change -Why creating psychological safety leads to better ideas -How leaders can slow down to make more impactful choices Our Guest, Rick Williams: ➥ Book: Create the Future: Powerful Decision-Making Tools for Your Company and Yourself ➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/6rXKXMQ ➥https://rickwilliamsleadership.com/ ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickwilliamsleadership/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Rick-Williams-Leadership/61561142191541/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickwilliams-speaker-author/ Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen: ➥ https://gregvoisen.com ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/ ➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/