The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

Amberly Lago has one of the most incredible stories out of anyone I have ever come across. Between surviving all forms of abuse, a near deadly motorcycle accident, addiction, CRPS and so much more, she has used her pain to catapult herself into a space of helping others overcome fear and limiting beliefs to live their best life. In this episode, she shares her story of how she had thought she lost everything, but really ended up gaining everything as well as the lessons learned from going through so many traumatic experiences and coming out on the other side with grit, grace and gratitude. Amberly Lago is a leading expert in the field of resilience, transformation, and health and wellness. She is the best-selling author of “True Grit and Grace” and empowers people around the world by sharing the story of how she turned a tragedy into triumph. She is a former professional dancer and athlete bringing a new perspective on what it takes to persevere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I really enjoyed doing this interview with Brock Johnson, many of you may recognize him as the son of Chalene and Bret. But, he is much more than that. From a college football player to social media expert to all around good guy he provides a TON of value for kids, parents and entrepreneurs on how to navigate through college while also pursuing his dreams with some fun along the way. We chatted about how his parents set the stage as role models, life as an entrepreneur and his favorite Johnson tradition and much more. Brock Johnson is a 22-year-old college student-athlete with a passion for helping others create connections and grow their brands using short-form video and storytelling! As Co-host of the Build Your Tribe Podcast, instructor of multiple online courses, viral Tik Tok creator, and a 6-figure online entrepreneur, Brock has helped thousands of entrepreneurs learn to build their business, even with limited time and money. He has a speciality in social media storytelling and his mission is to help you grow your brand, and effectively market using Stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode we go deep on a subject of "adversity" that is not talked about too much, sex. Not so much the sex itself, but why it can be extremely beneficial to wait until you have found someone you want to spend the rest of your life with to have it.  Rob Kowalski has gone a complete 180 and went from one of the most sought out male strippers and entertainers to someone who has been abstinent from sex for over 6+ years until he finds the one he wants to marry. Listen in as he talks about his rock bottom moment, practical reasons why waiting does work and his mission and vision behind the organization he co-founded, CityFam. Whether or not you agree with him on the subject, I think everyone will get some value out of this. His video on waiting to have sex before marriage is the number one most viewed on YouTube in its category. Bio: Rob is a self-proclaimed reformed bad boy. Once the biggest stripper and nightclub promoter in his hometown of Baltimore, he had a radical life-changing encounter with Jesus that transformed him forever. His testimony from life of excess to redemption has inspired millions of people from around the world already. His mess has become his message. More on Rob: IG: @robbkowalski Website: https://robbkowalski.com/ Youtube: Rob Kowalski Book: Why Waiting Works CityFam Connect with Doug more here: Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Website: www.dougbopst.com     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, I sit down with mental health coach and self love expert, Tara Kemp. Tara's story really intrigued me as she has experienced true transformation of her relationship with herself and food and now is helping to inspire others to do the same. Her wisdom and knowledge with doing the "inner work" is something that is extremely inspiring and can be easily be implemented. We spoke about loving yourself and embracing the good along with the bad and why it's important. We also dive into the buzz word of "Inner Child," how it relates to nutrition and healing and also how what you put in your body is a direct reflection of your love and compassion for yourself. You will learn through all of this that connection through mind, body and spirit is crucial for healing. Tara's Bio: I’m a health and lifestyle coach, mental health advocate, self-love expert, writer, researcher, and speaker. I’m all about helping you to find a healthy relationship with yourself. I’m here to support you in doing the inner work: exploring who you are and building self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-compassion. I believe in the beauty of our wholeness. This means that I guide you to embrace your dark parts just as much as your light. I help you to release the stories that keep you small so that you can step into your full power. Intertwined into all of this is your relationship with your body and with food. As a society, we are largely disconnected from both. But both are incredibly important components in the venn diagram of your overall health and wellness. I’ve worked in the fields of nutrition and lifestyle medicine for 7 years. But while I still care deeply about nutrition, over the past few years I’ve shifted my focus to mental and emotional health.  I discovered that the problem usually isn’t a lack of education around how to eat or live healthfully. There is certainly a lot of confusion and conflicting opinions about “what to eat,” but ultimately, the science clearly shows that eating more plant foods and less refined/processed foods is associated with better health. It’s also well-known that moving your body, keeping stress levels low, and keeping a consistent sleep routine are also important. Most people know what they want to do for themselves, the struggle is just in actually doing it. The complexity and challenges that hold you back from executing what you know is best for you come from the psychological and emotional world in which you live inside your mind.  In order to be sustainable, lifestyle change must be founded in self-love. When you heal your relationship with yourself, you lay the foundation for true inner peace. I am here to witness your journey. To hold space for you as you move through it. To inspire you to ask the tough questions. To be a guiding light helping you to trust that the work is worth the outcome, even when you can’t see it up ahead. To help you look at yourself with acceptance and unconditional love. More about Tara: IG: tarakemp_ Coaching: Tara Kemp Coaching Connect with Doug more here: Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Website: www.dougbopst.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with one of the "chillest" guys I have crossed paths with. His name is Aaron Alexander, many of you may know him from his hit show, "The Align Podcast."  He holds nothing back as he shares authentically about his upbringing, career transition, community and his new book to help others stay "Aligned" in all areas of their lives.  Aaron Alexander CR, LMT, CPT is an accomplished manual therapist and movement coach with over 13 years of professional experience. He is the founder of the Align Method™, an integrated approach to functional movement and self-care that has helped thousands of people out of pain and into health. He hosts the top-rated Align Podcast featuring the biggest names in movement and wellness. Aaron’s clients include Hollywood celebrities, Olympic/professional athletes and everyone in between. He teaches workshops and speaks at events all over the world. More about Aaron: Podcast: Align Podcast Book: The Align Method Website: www.alignpodcast.com Connect with Doug more here: Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Website: www.dougbopst.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special "Corona Virus" edition of the podcast, I sit down with my friend and coach, Chris Harder to discuss tangible and efficient tips that we can all implement RIGHT NOW to bring more peace within ourselves about this current pandemic. We dive into his top 5 "must do's" to survive and THRIVE and position yourself ahead of the curve with the crisis we are in. We also cover his inspiring transformational story of losing EVERYTHING during the 2008 financial crisis to now living a life of abundance with his wife Lori. He gets vulnerable and explains his tips on how he dropped his ego and let personal development and fitness become a catalyst for his purpose to help others.  Chris Harder is an entrepreneur, investor, avid philanthropist, and podcaster. After an 11-year career as an executive and partner in the banking industry, he retired from banking in 2011 and partnered with his wife, Lori, to start and scale four different multi-million dollar businesses, along with investing in several other successful startups. Featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, MSNBC, CNBC, and Yahoo Finance, Chris is the host of the top-rated podcast, “For The Love Of Money,” (www.ForTheLoveofMoney.com) aimed at helping entrepreneurs bust through their limiting money-mindset beliefs in order to become unapologetic about their pursuit of wealth and success. Chris also the founded the Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind, helping seven-figure business owners scale their business through carefully curated collaboration, along with the Fast Foundations mastermind, helping entrepreneurs in their early stages of business. Chris’ core belief and motto is that “when good people make good money, they do great things!" More about Chris: Podcast: For The Love of Money Training: Free Coaching Course IG: @chriswharder Connect with Doug more here: Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Website: www.dougbopst.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The other night I led a webinar for people who wanted to know how they can maintain their SANITY during the current crisis we are in. So, I wanted to share a portion of it with you that I think you will really appreciate. I went over some of the top things you can do RIGHT NOW to shift your perspective, lower your stress and give yourself a sense of accomplishment. Connect with Doug more here: Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Website: www.dougbopst.com     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this weeks episode, I get to chat with my pal Laura McKowen. Many of you may recognize her from The Heart of Recovery, where she shared her truth about how she thrives in sobriety. Today, we chat a bit deeper on life in recovery, shame and how she has used her past to turn it into purpose. Laura McKowen inspires people to say yes to a bigger life. She’s the author of the bestselling memoir, We Are The Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life, which #1 New York Times bestselling author, Glennon Doyle, has called “A masterpiece.” She has been featured on WebMD, The New York Times, The Guardian, The New York Post, Bravo, and the TODAY show. She writes an internationally recognized, award-winning blog, is the host of two Top 100 iTunes podcasts, and leads sold-out retreats and courses focused on sobriety and personal development. Connect with Laura: IG: @Laura_mckowen Website: lauramckowen.com New book: We Are The Luckiest More about Doug: Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Website: www.dougbopst.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this impromptu episode, I provide some insight, inspiration and hopefully some inner peace on how to navigate the Corona Virus crisis in a way that brings the best out in you. I cover: 1. Choosing Faith over Fear 2. Why Movement is Key 3. Inner Circle is Everything Connect with Doug more here: Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Website: www.dougbopst.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, I get the chance to sit down with my buddy, Anthony Trucks. This guy has seen it all. His life got thrown upside down as a toddler as he was given away by his mother to a gruesome foster home where he suffered abuse, torture and starvation. He found strength and healing through sports as he played football in high school and went on to be a standout for the Oregon Ducks and went on to play in the NFL before a career ending injury. The story and adversity didn't stop there as he went onto become a successful entrepreneur and even found himself on the hit show, American Ninja Warrior as a contestant. Please listen to this one a few times as this "feel good" story is an unmatched tale of using hardships and "shifts" to make the most out of your identity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices