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The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan

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Jun 17, 2022 • 23min

43. How To Do the Work and Begin Healing with Dr. Neeta Bhushan

Hey Brave Table fam, thanks for joining me today for another solocast episode. We hear a lot these days about “doing the work,” but what does it all mean? What IS the work, and HOW do you do it? Join me today as I break it down through my own healing journey and what I’ve learned along the way that I’m SO excited to share with you.  We’ll examine our triggers — those sucky human moments that set us off — and a few that have come up for me lately (including what my son said to me recently that REALLY activated something in me). We’ll also talk about how to work through your projections on other people and review some exercises you can use today to help you clarify what you need to resolve and let go of so you can thrive.  What you’ll get out of this episode…  - How to use your relationships as mirrors for what you need to examine your life - How to take stock of your patterns so you can retrain yourself - The steps of identifying your triggers and how to dig deeper into what they’re really telling you  - Training yourself to slow down, take time to reflect, and release your emotions  - My 4-step model for healing and transforming your life If you loved this episode, make sure you check out…  - More on healing with Alex Mendeluk https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alex-mendeluk-trusting-your-inner-light-get-on-shark/id1608226580?i=1000563757727  - Grit and grace in surrendering to life moments https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grit-grace-in-surrendering-to-life-moments/id1608226580?i=1000551016211  -  Embracing the duality of our emotions and normalizing emotional health https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/solocast-embracing-the-duality-of-our/id1608226580?i=1000565132212  - Check out my book, Emotional GRIT https://www.amazon.ca/Emotional-master-emotions-transform-thoughts/dp/0997767529  Thanks for listening, and I hope you loved this episode! If you did, please consider leaving a 5-star review to help others find and benefit from the show.  After you do, send a screenshot of your review to support@globalgrit.co to receive my course on Emotional Mastery as my FREE gift to you. Thanks for helping us get to 100 reviews this month! So grateful for you all.
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Jun 15, 2022 • 43min

42. Taking Ownership of Your Life and Reframing Your Reality with Emily Hirsh

Hey Brave Table fam, great to see you here! Thanks for joining me for today's episode with Emily Hirsh. At just 27 years old, Emily has an impressive list of accomplishments under her belt. She is the Founder and CEO of Hirsh Marketing, Creator of The Ignite Academy, and Host of The Not For Lazy Marketers Podcast. She's also a mama of 3, a master multi-tasker, and one of the hardest-working & brightest minds out there!  What you'll get out of this episode…  - Inspiration for making the best out of challenging times - How to maximize your time and space and work with what you've got - Tips for female entrepreneurs and mamas in the workplace - How to find the balance between your home and work life (and why you shouldn't view them as separate things) - The number one thing new businesses need to know about social ads and marketing - Advice on leadership and how to be a model for your employees - How to scale a small business into an international brand - Coping with feelings of guilt as a mother and an ambitious woman  Tenacity and drive are in Emily's blood. The daughter of hard-working entrepreneurs, she was only a teenager when she started her first business and simultaneously completed her high school and college degrees. Then at 19 years old, everything changed when Emily got pregnant. And while it wasn't a part of her original plan, in typical Emily fashion, she used the pregnancy as motivation to create the life she wanted.  Tune in to hear her incredible and resilient story of how she used the online world to her advantage (from Virtual Assistant to the owner of a multi-7-figure agency), turned her challenges into triumphs, and how she balances being a highly ambitious woman with being present with her kids.  If you loved this episode, make sure you check out… - Emily’s company, Hirsh Marketing https://hirshmarketing.com/  - Listen to her podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-not-for-lazy-marketers-podcast/id1434927245  - Find her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/emilyhirsh/  - More on scaling a small business and money mindset with Emily Williams https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emily-williams-the-money-mindset-you-need-for-real-success/id1608226580?i=1000558608535  - Business building with Miki Agrawal https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miki-agrawal-how-to-stand-up-to-naysayers-cancel-culture/id1608226580?i=1000555439013  - More on mamas in the workplace with Reshma Saujani https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reshma-saujani-being-brave-not-perfect-building-a/id1608226580?i=1000556163113  Thanks for listening, and I hope you loved this episode! If you did, please consider leaving a 5-star review to help others find and benefit from the show.  After you do, send a screenshot of your review to support@globalgrit.co to receive my course on Emotional Mastery as my FREE gift to you. Thanks for helping us get to 100 reviews this month! So grateful for you all. 
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Jun 13, 2022 • 52min

41. The Power of Real Connections, Mentorship as a Tool for Growth, and Never-Ending Success with Darrah Brustein

Hey there Brave Table fam, thanks for joining me for today’s episode with Darrah Brustein.  Darrah is a serial entrepreneur, networking guru, mindset coach, master interviewer, and writer for Forbes and Inc. She published a children’s book series on financial literacy called Finance Whiz Kids, has had her work featured in Time Magazine, CNN, Mashable (plus more), and has interviewed big-time names like Shaq, Seth Godin, Bobbi Brown, and Deepak Chopra—which she tells us all about in this episode.  Darrah’s story is one of grit, resilience, and the power of what’s possible when you nurture your connections. Hear how her love of interviewing landed her a video series with the Deepak Chopra, the value of having a mentor (and tips on how you can find a mentor as iconic as Deepak), and the journey she had to take to find the success she has today. (Hint: it wasn’t always pretty, but she also shows us the importance of loving your low points as much as your highlight reel).  As you listen, I invite you to reflect on your network and how you approach connecting with people who you admire. Are you keeping humanity in your interactions with others? How can you show up in relationships in a human way rather than focus on what you could get out of them?  What you’ll get out of this episode…  - How to properly connect with people and nurture your relationship - The 5 types of mentorship and advice for finding the right mentor for you - The keys to successful business building - How to overcome your imposter syndrome - Thinking back to your childhood for clues about your purpose - Letting go of control over how your life will unfold - The importance of keeping your connections human and not transactional - Establishing your core values - Taking your life, career, and success into your own hands If you loved this episode, make sure you check out…  - Darrah’s website at https://darrah.co/  - Find her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/darrahb  - The power of connection in friendships & long-lasting relationships with Erwin Valencia https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/erwin-valencia-the-power-of-connection-in/id1608226580?i=1000562182397  - More on following your creative passions with Amber Rae https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-brave-table-with-dr-neeta-bhushan/id1608226580?i=1000565344139  - Manifesting through contrast with Jenna Phillips Ballard https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/jenna-phillips-ballard-second-chances-at-life-manifesting/id1608226580?i=1000565619960  Thanks for listening, and I hope you loved this episode! If you did, please consider leaving a 5-star review to help others find and benefit from the show.  After you do, send a screenshot of your review to support@globalgrit.co to receive my course on Emotional Mastery as my FREE gift to you. Thanks for helping us get to 100 reviews this month! So grateful for you all. 
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Jun 10, 2022 • 36min

40. Being Brave in Putting Yourself out There, Even When Facing Rejection with Dr. Neeta Bhushan

Hey fam, welcome back to The Brave Table. I shared with you all that I’m writing a new book, and it’s my first one with a publisher! I’m SO excited for you all to read it.  We’re on the road to its release now, but I’m gonna get real brave and tell you that there were bumps along the way. In particular - rejection. Yup, a topic no one wants to discuss, and definitely one of the suckiest things to feel.  But you know what? Nothing great happens without it. If you’re never getting rejected, it means you’re not putting yourself out there. It means the big, juicy, SCARY dream you have will never see the light of day because you’re too afraid someone will turn it down.  Well, BT squad, I’m going to challenge you to face the possibility of being rejected, how to process all those crappy emotions that come with it, and how to find your resilience and pick yourself back up and pursue your passions without fear.  Here’s a taste of what we’ll get into today…  - The stories of rejection from my life; leaving dentistry to start my consulting biz; and most recently, going through book deal rejections - Using rejection as a way to activate your potential - How your upbringing affects how you cope with rejection -  How to get out of your comfort zone and break up your routine - The value of networking when starting a new endeavor  - Embracing the fear that can come with freedom  - How to cope with rejection from your family members If you loved this episode, make sure you listen to…  -Awakening your inner artist and expanding with Garrain Jones https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-brave-table-with-dr-neeta-bhushan/id1608226580?i=1000564809879  - More on networking with Erwin Valencia https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-brave-table-with-dr-neeta-bhushan/id1608226580?i=1000562182397  - Standing up to naysayers with Miki Agrawal https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-brave-table-with-dr-neeta-bhushan/id1608226580?i=1000555439013 - Having grace and patience with your family when they don’t have your back https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-brave-table-with-dr-neeta-bhushan/id1608226580?i=1000553426419  Thanks for listening, and I hope you loved this episode! If you did, please consider leaving a 5-star review to help others find and benefit from the show.  After you do, send a screenshot of your review to support@globalgrit.co to receive my course on Emotional Mastery as my FREE gift to you. Thanks for helping us get to 100 reviews this month! So grateful for you all. 
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Jun 8, 2022 • 45min

39. Second Chances at Life, Manifesting through Contrast, and Responsible Leadership with Jenna Phillips Ballard

Welcome back Brave Table fam for today’s episode with fitness queen, responsible leader, and master coach, Jenna Ballard Phillips. We get into all the juicy, and Jenna makes it a point to leave absolutely NOTHING off the table. She’s a firm believer that everything that happens in life happens FOR you, not TO you, and that every part of your story—the good, the bad, and the downright messy—deserves to be expressed.  Jenna grew up feeling the need to overachieve as a way to find external validation and worth from her family and peers. This drive led her to become a super successful fitness trainer for celebrities (her client list included Ben Stiller, Katy Perry, and Saudi Arabian royalty), but she still couldn't find the inner peace she desired. It wasn’t until a near-death experience that everything changed for her, and she started to rebuild her life from the inside out.  Today, this mama of two is teaching others how to be leaders from a place of integrity alongside her husband at the Ascension Leadership Academy and guiding fellow ambitious women on how to harness the law of attraction to manifest the life of their dreams.  If you’re moving through a challenging season, have feelings of unworthiness, or searching for inner peace, this is the episode for you.  What you’ll get out of this episode… - Hear Jenna’s stories of being molested at a young age, her near-death experience, and the lessons they taught her - How experiencing contrast in life can be your greatest teacher - What balance truly means, and how to achieve it - The value of emotional intelligence in leadership - How your thoughts can shape your life, and being careful about what you wish for - What is the Law of Attraction and how you can manifest anything - How to instill emotional intelligence in children - Actionable advice for anyone who is going through a challenging season - What you need to accept when you want to live a big, juicy, full life - Healing your inner child and knowing that you are enough  If you liked this episode, make sure you check out…  - Jenna’s website at https://www.jennaphillipsballard.com/ and find her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jennaphillipsballard/  - The Ascension Leadership Academy https://pages.alaeq.com/  - Learn more about the Law of Attraction and Abraham Hicks https://www.abraham-hicks.com/  - More on mindset and manifestation with Emily Williams https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emily-williams-the-money-mindset-you-need-for-real-success/id1608226580?i=1000558608535  - Marissa Peer on being enough & healing childhood wounds https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marisa-peer-on-being-enough-healing-childhood-wounds/id1608226580?i=1000552433781  - Sharing your bravest story with Serena Soo https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sharing-your-bravest-story-with-selena-soo/id1608226580?i=1000560469245  Before you go, I want to make sure you know about my Burnout Kit. So many of you have told me you're feeling run down and need something to help you get out of your slump. Well, I have just the tool for you! These journal prompts are FREE and will help you get to the root cause of your burnout so you can start to take the action steps to get back to your usual, energized, and vibrant self! Grab your free copy today at https://globalgrit.co/burnoutkit. Thanks for being here, and see you next time!
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Jun 6, 2022 • 54min

38. Exploring Creativity & The Answers are Within with Amber Rae

Hey Brave Table fam, welcome back for another juicy episode. Today’s guest is Amber Rae. Amber is an author, artist, and global voice for self-discovery. She was a pioneer in bringing mental health and emotional wellness topics to social media, turning relatable sucky human moments into beautiful and viral art pieces. Amber has been a speaker at TED, Microsoft, and Kate Spade, written multiple best-selling books, and spearheaded life accelerator programs and tools to awaken your sense of wonder. In today’s episode, she talks about how her trauma launched her on a creative path to healing. She also shares powerful reminders on having grace with ourselves when we find ourselves in those ‘gray’ areas of life—the moments in between what’s waiting to be birthed through us artistically. Plus, simple actions you can take today to take your creative genius to the next level and let all your juicy goodness out! As you listen to Amber’s story, I invite you to think about your own. What’s the story you’re telling about your life, and do you own it? How are you using what you’ve been through in your life—the ups and especially the downs—to frame the narrative you tell about yourself, apply meaning to your experiences, and leverage your struggles for your evolution?  - Practices to get you out of your head and into creative flow and ease - Learning how to settle into your discomfort - Using your frustration and challenges as inspiration for your art - Creating art through relatable human moments - How to listen and pay attention to what’s coming up within you and waiting to be expressed - Going through a divorce, dealing with other people’s projections, and finding love again  - How to work through the feeling of shame  - Discerning society’s beliefs from your own - Channeling what wants to come through you and sharing your truth - Reframing how you apply meaning to the things that have happened to you  If you liked this episode, make sure you check out…  - Visit Amber’s website at https://www.amberrae.com/ and find her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/heyamberrae/ - Grab a copy of her newest book, The Answers Are Within You: 108 Keys to Unlock Your Mind, Body & Soul https://www.amberrae.com/answersarewithinyou - The book that inspired Amber, The Artist’s Way https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252/ref=asc_df_0143129252/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309622281255&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10742615981615074709&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001025&hvtargid=pla-434177314053&psc=1  - More on awakening your inner artist with Garrain Jones https://podcasts.apple.com/mx/podcast/garrain-jones-how-to-awaken-the-artist-within/id1608226580?i=1000564809879  - Check out my episode on Embracing the Duality of our Emotions and Normalizing Emotional Health https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/solocast-embracing-the-duality-of-our/id1608226580?i=1000565132212  Also thank you SO so much for your reviews. When you submit a 5-star review, I'll send you my free 5-day Emotional Mastery course! Take a screenshot and send it to support@globalgrit.co. Appreciate you, and keep being brave!
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Jun 3, 2022 • 24min

37. Embracing the Duality of Your Emotions and Normalizing Emotional Health with Dr. Neeta Bhushan

Hey fam, grab a seat at The Brave Table with me today as I talk about emotional health and feeling all our feels, even when they contradict each other.  The topic of this episode was inspired by the 20th anniversary of my father’s death, which got me thinking about all the extremes of emotions that we go through following loss and how the best thing we can do for our healing process is to be present with it all, for better or for worse.  We’ll get into navigating grief, building resilience, and how to find the magic in the sucky human moments we’ll inevitably experience in this life.   What you’ll get out of this episode…  - Processing your feelings when going through loss - The duality of confronting your hardships while also trying to move on - Normalizing grief and what you can say to someone who is experiencing it - What it means to ‘swamp your emotions’ and how to do it - The importance of healing generational trauma  - Teaching children how to cope with their emotions and advice on how to do it - How to come back from challenging times and heal  - Finding the joy in chaos; the magic in the unbearableIf you love this episode, here are more resources to check out… - Navigating Through Grief, Sex, And Comedy with Kelsey Chittick https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kelsey-chittick-navigating-through-grief-sex-and-comedy/id1608226580?i=1000557901976  - Daniela Woerner: Navigating Divorce, Grief, Loss, & Motherhood https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daniela-woerner-navigating-divorce-grief-loss-motherhood/id1608226580?i=1000559966091  - Regena Thomasauer: Reclaiming Yourself & Living a Life of Pleasure https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/regena-thomasauer-reclaiming-yourself-living-a-life/id1608226580?i=1000557540243  - Healing Generational Trauma & Breaking Free From Asian Immigrant Parents https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-generational-trauma-breaking-free-from-asian/id1608226580?i=1000553426419  - Social emotional development toys from Generation Mindful  https://genmindful.com/ - Watch the movie Inside out https://www.disneyplus.com/movies/inside-out/uzQ2ycVDi2IE Before you go, I want to make sure you know about my Burnout Kit. So many of you have told me you're feeling run down and need something to help you get out of your slump. Well, I have just the tool for you! These journal prompts are FREE and will help you get to the root cause of your burnout so you can start to take the action steps to get back to your usual, energized, and vibrant self! Grab your free copy today at https://globalgrit.co/burnoutkit. Thanks for being here, and see you next time!
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Jun 1, 2022 • 58min

36. How to Awaken the Artist Within and Change Your Mindset to Change Your Life with Garrain Jones

Welcome back to The Brave Table. Today’s guest is Garrain Jones, a powerhouse coach, author, podcast host, and all-around defier of all odds. His incredible personal journey is one you don’t want to miss—from top of his game in the modeling & entertainment world to prison and homeless and in debt to ultimate freedom and multiple 7-figure businesses. Tune in to hear how he changed his mindset to change his life, manifest all of his deepest desires, and experience unshakable joy. What you’ll get out of this episode…. - Why it's so important to do the things that you loved and brought you joy as your child (and how they can help you in your manifestation) - The power of your community and the impact and influence they have on your life - Small shifts you can make that will lead to massive change and growth - The six words that can change your life forever - Three simple tips for completely transforming your life - What it truly means to be free - How to rewrite your story, create your reality, and call in your desires - What is your inner artist, and how to unleash it - Finding everything you need within you, not through external validation - Actionable advice for anyone who is struggling or going through a hard time Only a decade ago, Garrain was 32 years old with 200,000 dollars of debt to his name, a mother who was dying in the hospital, a daughter who disowned him, and a broken heart from recently being dumped by an ex. Not to mention, he had spent two years in prison and lived in his car. You could say—he was at his rock bottom.  You maybe wouldn’t have guessed it, though; he looked like he was thriving—landing big-time modeling gigs and features in music videos (a powerful reminder that what people present on the outside isn’t always a reflection of what’s going on behind the scenes). But, he didn’t love himself, and as he puts it, he was “but the closest thing to death in flesh form.” Then, a chance encounter with a stranger changed his life. At a gas station, another man who was down on his luck asked Garrain for some money, to which he said to the guy asking that he likely had more money than he did. The stranger replied: “Change your mindset, change your life.” At that moment, Garrain decided he wanted to break free from the prison he had created within himself, take back his power—and full responsibility for his life.  He started making small shifts to create unconscious habits and did the opposite of everything he had been doing before: he started to eat clean, exercise, revisit the things he loved as a child, and align himself with the right people. As a result, everything changed—he found his soulmate, stepped into his role as a father, and launched several successful businesses, but most importantly, he now teaches and empowers others to do the same by awakening what he refers to as the inner artist within.  As you listen, I’d love for you to contemplate the small ways to find more freedom and joy in your life TODAY, no matter your current circumstance. What’s one small step you can take to turn it all around?  If you loved this episode, be sure you check out… - Garrain’s website at https://www.garrainjones.com/ (and be sure to check out his retreat! https://www.garrainjones.com/awaken-artist-retreat-june-2022 - Find him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/garrain.jones/  - Grab a copy of his book https://www.amazon.com/Change-Your-Mindset-Life-Transformation/dp/1734155507   - More on the power of a strong community and long-lasting friendships with Edwin Valencia https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/erwin-valencia-the-power-of-connection-in/id1608226580?i=1000562182397  - Listen to my solocast on cultivating the right friendships https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cultivating-deep-friendships-connection-as-a/id1608226580?i=1000558134246  - More on the magic of changing your mindset with Emily Williams https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emily-williams-the-money-mindset-you-need-for-real-success/id1608226580?i=1000558608535  Also thank you SO so much for your reviews. When you submit a 5-star review, I'll send you my free 5-day Emotional Mastery course! Take a screenshot and send it to support@globalgrit.co. Appreciate you, and keep being brave!
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May 30, 2022 • 45min

35. Healing Your Inner Child & Family Relationship Dynamics with Marine Selenee

Hello Brave Table fam, and welcome back for another juicy episode with Marine Selenee. Marine is a Miami-based Family Constellations facilitator, author, and speaker, and today, she’s going to talk with us about family lineage and its impact on your life. We’re going to dive into all things ancestral, looking at how your story is shaped by the stories in your family’s past, examining the inner child and what he/she/they need to overcome their traumas, and how to take full responsibility for your healing so you can heal the generations to come.  What you’ll get out of this episode…  - What are your Family Constellations, and what they can tell you about how your life - What is inner child work, and how you can start to do it - How to take an honest look at whether you’re taking responsibility for your life, or if you’re blaming others - How you transfer your family traumas to your partners - What is generational trauma and what’s possible when you heal your family lineage - How healing your relationship with your mom can make you more abundant, and with your dad, more confident - Advice for getting started on healing your generational trauma  - Exercises to revisit your childhood memories Growing up in France, Marine didn’t know much about her family history beyond what was in front of her. Her father, in particular, was emotionally shut down. His past was a mystery—he didn’t know his own father, his roots, or his family—he felt like he didn’t know where he belonged. And, he ended up playing out the same pattern that HIS father did when he abandoned Marine and her family, first emotionally—and eventually physically when he disappeared from her life.  Marine shares how examining your Family Constellations helps you make sense of all the relationships in your life. People often go to her and ask “What’s wrong with me?” But she asks in return—What if this is all so much bigger than just YOU, and just you’re just one piece of a greater story? And now, you have the chance to rewrite it. That’s when you can start to speak your truth, and that’s when you heal.  If you loved this episode, make sure you check out…  - Marine’s Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/familyconstellationsnewyork and her Instagram at ​​https://www.instagram.com/marineselenee; you can send her a DM if you want to connect and work with her  - Get your FREE chapter of her book on her website https://www.marineselenee.com/book/ or buy it on Amazon ​​https://www.amazon.com/Connected-Fates-Separate-Destinies-Constellations/dp/140196205X  - Listen to this episode on healing generational trauma https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-generational-trauma-breaking-free-from-asian/id1608226580?i=1000553426419  Also thank you SO so much for your reviews. Every one of them helps. Submit a 5-star review and I'll send you my FREE 5-day Emotional Mastery course! Take a screenshot and send it to support@globalgrit.co. Thanks for being here, and see you next time!
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May 25, 2022 • 55min

34. Trusting Your Inner Light, Find True Love, and How to Heal with Alex Mendeluk:

Welcome back, Brave Table fam, for this week’s episode with Alex Mendeluk. Alex is the Co-Founder of SpirtHoods (you probably recognize him from being on Shark Tank!) and the Co-Founder of The LightForce Center with his wife, Shayoon. He’s also a dad of two boys, a former actor (shout out to Frat Boy #1 in Twilight!), and a firm believer that you can heal anything and that by doing so, you help to heal the world.  What you’ll get out of this episode… - How healing yourself has a karmic effect on both past and present generations - Experiencing ups and downs on your path and how to trust it all  - Why the only way forward toward a better world is to go within - How it’s possible to fully heal yourself and how to start the journey - Attracting your life partner and understanding relationship dynamics through energy - Navigating inter-racial and intercultural relationships  - What happens in relationships when you’re evolving and your partner isn’t  - What to ask yourself when your relationships are stalling your growth - Why you deserve to heal, and why it’s more critical now than ever Alex’s spiritual journey started at a young age. He looked up to his older brother, who taught him about meditation, Qigong, and Martial Arts, opening the door to the mind-body-spirit connection. When his family left Los Angeles to live on a farm in Oregon, his connection to Spirit deepened, and he found that being in nature is where he felt closest to God (that was until he met his partner, Shayoon).  After a stint at art school, Alex was encouraged to become an actor, so he returned to LA, embarking on a sort of Hero’s Journey that took him back to his roots. However, the awakening he had undergone in Oregon took a turn as he found himself going to auditions and not landing anything, sleeping on a foam mattress on the floor of his friend’s apartment, and feeling down and out—and experiencing depression for the first time in his life.  Then, on a serendipitous weekend at Coachella, Alex saw Shayoon (his now wife) and knew instantly she was destiny. He was there selling SpirtHoods—faux-fur festival fashion that would go on to see overnight success—and spotted her dancing in a field. What had started as a forbidden love grew into a deep partnership that took his spiritual awakening to a whole other level. With Shayoon by his side and the newfound realizations that came with their meeting, Alex knew their mission was to usher in deep healing for the world. They took the various modalities they’d learned from their own healing journeys—like Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique and Emotional Freedom Techniques—to create The LightForce Healing Center, where they’ve helped thousands of people overcome issues—mental, emotional, and physical, from anxiety disorders to chronic pain and more.  Alex drops so many insightful takeaways in this episode about love, relationships, and how to heal, but one of the most powerful is that when you heal yourself, you also help heal those around you. Healing has a ripple effect, and the best thing we can do for ourselves (AND for others) is to embark on that self-healing journey, learn radical self-love, and be our fully embodied selves. That’s how we find our purpose and make the world a more loving and peaceful place.  If you loved this episode…  - Follow Alex on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mendeluk/  - The LightForce Center at https://thelightforcecenter.com/redpill and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thelightforcecenter/ - Check out the book that inspired Alex that he talks about in this episode, The Three Waves of Volunteers & the New Earth by Dolores Cannon https://www.amazon.com/Three-Waves-Volunteers-New-Earth/dp/1886940150  - Listen to The Brave Table episode with his wife, Shayoon https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shayoon-trusting-love-healing-and-creating-your-own/id1608226580?i=1000557080386  - Check out this episode on healing generational trauma https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-generational-trauma-breaking-free-from-asian/id1608226580?i=1000553426419  Before you go, I want to make sure you know about my Burnout Kit. So many of you have told me you're feeling run down and need something to help you get out of your slump. Well, I have just the tool for you! These journal prompts are FREE and will help you get to the root cause of your burnout so you can start to take the action steps to get back to your usual, energized, and vibrant self! Grab your free copy today at https://globalgrit.co/burnoutkit. Thanks for being here, and see you next time!

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