“Death is literally the greatest teacher that we have.” Asher Packman’s life circumstances forced him to rewrite his relationship with death. This journey started in 2007, when his sister committed suicide at the peak of Asher’s corporate career. His mother died not long after, and while Asher was still deep in grief, he received his own terminal diagnosis. But in the shadows and the darkness, Asher allowed death to become his most powerful teacher. By choosing to embrace the presence of death in his life, Asher discovered how to truly live.  Death is a conversation most of want to avoid, but we shouldn’t. The second you’re born, death becomes a certainty. In this taboo-breaking interview, Asher shows you how you can call in death without fear - and allow it to teach you the secret of life. “If you stop and think about it, you’re having a conversation with death all the time.” Asher Packman is the president of Meditation Australia and the founder of Warrior Within and The Fifth Dimension. He also runs death workshops  Over the last decade, Asher has grown to become a globally recognised mindset coach and meditation teacher. Combining heart intelligence with Eastern philosophies and storytelling, he provides an approach that will connect you to the unlimited potential of your own true nature.In this empowering conversation that everyone needs to have about death, Asher and I explore: Why we’re having a conversation with death all the time. The power of learning from the darkness and shadows? Exploring the dance between destiny and free choice. Navigating the journey from our head to our heart. Asher’s life experiences that inspired him to start an inner journey. Asher’s relationships with his illness. The difference between acceptance and agreements. The power of lockdown for inspiring a collective rite of passage. I encourage you to listen in.  “The biggest journey a lot of people take in their lives is eight inches: from their head back to their heart again.” How to contact www.asherpackman.comwww.facebook.com/warriorwithin1https://www.instagram.com/asherpackman/We thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“As men, we are so hell-bent on protecting our masculinity because - this runs to the root of an identity - if you’re not a man, then you’re weak, you’re ostracized, you’re not valued. And then, you’re on your own. You’re left to kind of perish. This runs so deeply inside of us that we don’t recognize the game that we’re playing, which is “protect my man card.”You may have noticed a recent trend where people are talking about the patriarchy, toxic masculinity, and what it means to be a man. These confronting conversations are forcing us to look more closely at masculine and feminine dynamics and the healthy role that each plays in establishing harmonious societies. As a result, there are a growing number of men who are willing to explore the journey required to step into healthier versions of manhood. As my brother Dominick Quartuccio explains, there are a lot of little boys running around in the bodies of men! The reason? Conventional schooling and society don’t prioritize teaching the transition into healthy masculinity. But if we’re willing to lean into our vulnerability and listen to our heart’s whispers, not only will we experience profound healing BUT we have an opportunity to unleash the true power of our divine masculine into the world. “The number one fear, like subconscious fear, that is controlling men’s lives that they don’t know about, is this fear of emasculation.” In this powerful conversation, Dominick and I explore what healthy masculinity looks like. We also explore the challenges men face while protecting their ‘man card’. And as you’ll hear, cultivating the confidence to listen to your heart in the midst of all the noise is a powerful way to transform your life - especially during 2020. Dominick is a leader in the field of healthy masculinity and a man who walks his talk. His commitment to do the inner work always blows me away. As a coach, author, and advocate, Dominick helps men discover and live the Great Man Within. He co-hosts The Great Man Within podcast, and runs DoInnerWork.com. He also leads The Great Man Mastermind, a community of high caliber and high character men living their greatest purpose and optimizing their performance in everything they do. Here’s a taste of what we discuss in this incredible conversation: What is a healthy definition of masculinity? Why are there so many little boys living in men’s bodies. How to navigate the death of an identity as a season in your life ends.The power of initiations and the rite of passage ceremonies. How to ask for help without losing your man card.How can men hold space to be friends with a woman?The healing power of being vulnerable with other menHow to be vulnerable with yourself. With plenty to think about and takeaway for both men and women, this episode is the perfect way to explore the healing effect of cultivating healthy masculine energy in your life.  “You have to find that one person, that first person that you could really open up to and confide in and then you’ll find, over the course of time, that it’s a lot easier to open up to other people, too.” How to contact Check out The Great Man Within Podcastwww.DoInnerWork.com/resourceshttps://www.dominickq.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatManWithinhttps://www.instagram.com/dominickq/https://www.instagram.com/dominickq/We thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Everything that you have in your life is solely down to the choices that you have made.” How do you overcome imposter syndrome, fears, and other people’s doubts to live a life without limits and achieve your dreams and destiny? After going through anorexia at 17 and being bullied throughout school, Rebecca Louise decided to never let anything affect her going after her goals. Rebecca’s dreams brought her to the USA from the UK on a whim to get her commercial pilots license when she was 23-years-old. Although Rebecca loved flying, it was not her ultimate passion. When she got her work visa she was cast to be on a fitness YouTube channel. This is where Rebecca’s love for fitness, helping people and hosting came alive.   Today, Rebecca Louise is a mindset and fitness coach and the host of the top-rated podcast It Takes Grit. Her fitness videos have surpassed over 450 million views on YouTube and her work has been featured in Entrepreneur, Vogue, Allure, Cosmopolitan, Shape, KTLA, FOX, Closer, Oxygen, Well + Good, Goop. It was in response to audience demand, that Rebecca created her Fitness and Nutrition App BURN and she’s recently published her new book, It Takes Grit. “If you want to get places in life, you just have to know that is going to take time, grit, and determination.” Rebecca’s on a mission to motivate people to feel like the best version of themselves through exciting workouts and tasty recipes. In this energetic conversation, Rebecca and I explore: What is self-care supposed to be?Why self-care reasons inspire Rebecca to get up earlier. How to create balance. Why it’s so much easier to make commitments to others than ourselves. Why telling other people about your big goals can inspire commitment.Overcoming imposter syndrome. How to cope with bad choices. How Rebecca uses gratitude. Mindsets for navigating through fear. And more! If you’re ready to kick-start your motivation and unlock the passion to step outside of your comfort zone, this episode is for you. Check it out!  “Only take advice from people that you want to trade places with.” How to contact www.rebecca-louise.comCheck out Rebecca’s book It Takes Grit - https://rebecca-louise.com/pages/bookwww.facebook.com/rebeccalouisefitnesshttps://www.instagram.com/rebeccalouisefitness/https://www.twitter.com/rebeccalouiseWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“People who ask more questions are perceived to be more likeable.” Can you remember how it felt to have the curiosity of a child? Maybe it was a time when you believed you could be anything. Or a time when endless questions inspired your day. Unfortunately, 'life' buries our desire for more, and before you know it, the questions seize up. Life begins to feel more limited until we're stuck in the soul-sucking status quo, wondering what happened to all that 'more'. This week’s incredible guests believe you can reinvigorate your inherent ability to create more of what you desire. It’s all possible when you tap into the insane power of ASKING.  “When you ask yourself a question, it literally causes a different part of your mind to light up - and it's the part of your brain that does critical thinking.” Mark Victor Hansen is probably best known as the co-author of the wildly popular Chicken Soup for the Soul book series. Mark is also an entrepreneurial marketing maven and a sought-after keynote speaker who’s spoken to 7,000 audiences in 78 countries.  Crystal Dwyer Hansen is a celebrity coach, wellness/nutrition expert, business strategist, entrepreneur, speaker, and author who’s an expert in the field of human potential. Together, Crystal and Mark are the power couple behind the new book Ask! The Bridge From Your Dreams To Your Destiny. It’s an incredible book created to help you access your hidden dreams and bring them into reality. In this empowering conversation, you can discover more about the power of asking as Mark, Crystal, and I explore: Why questions are an overlooked superpower. What is the role of curiosity in fulfillment? The SEVEN roadblocks that make people scared of living their destiny.The THREE channels of asking. Strategies that can unlock the freedom to ask. The ONE secret to staying happily married. Where does curiosity come from? What are the most powerful questions you ask yourself? And more...If you’re ready to ask for more and you want to live a life that’s true to your deepest desires, this is one episode you don’t want to miss.  “Having a fully-fledged desire, a burgeoning desire, an ambitious desire is what wakes up curiosity.” How to contact Check out Marks’ work at http://markvictorhansen.com Discover more about Crystal’s work at https://crystalvisionlife.com/about/Get your copy of Ask! on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Ask-Bridge-Your-Dreams-Destiny/dp/164293495X/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=ask%21&qid=1599051253&sr=8-2We thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I had all of the things and yet, I was at this point where I didn't want to live.” I believe this is one of the most important episodes of Stay Grounded I’ve ever recorded. Suicide is a big killer among men my age and there’s a common thread - we don’t know how to talk about depression or feelings of isolation, or how to ask for help and support during dark times. When I first met Chris Plough, I was deeply moved by his depth of empathy, care, and sensitivity. This is a man who’s experienced suicide from both sides. Not only has he been close to taking his own life - the first time at age just 16 - but he lost both his parents in a homicide-suicide. In this vulnerable conversation, Chris shares the emotions involved and what it actually feels like to have suicidal tendencies. He also explains the tangible steps we can all take to help someone transform their suicidal thoughts into something beautiful.   “Empathetic witness is just being able to be present with somebody and allow them to share what they're going through and care without judgment.” Suicide is a taboo, and it shouldn’t be. Fortunately, Chris found support from an empathetic friend, which helped to kick-start a journey of compassion and unconditional self-love. Now we can all learn from his experiences - so we’re better positioned to support people who need it… because no one is alone. In this beautiful episode, Chris and I explore: What is self-love? The role of patience in your self-love journey. The story of the list and how it can prevent suicide attempts. How to be an empathetic listener. The three isolation creators.How to share suicidal thoughts to help a listener receive them. The difference between conditional and unconditional love.How best to respond if you can’t be an empathetic listener when someone asks.Using self-care to honor yourself and avoid dark places. How to dismantle the cages we put ourselves in. What your vulnerability can invite in others.  And more…Chris is on a mission to ‘Liberate Humanity’. He’s doing this through his work at AdventureX where he creates experiences that provide space and freedom for people. He’s also a sought-after speaker who makes space to be an empathetic witness for people who need it. “When you're feeling those things in that darkness - shame, guilt, not wanting to burden others - those create this isolation that makes you believe you're actually alone.” How to contact Check out Chris’ work at https://chrisplough.comExplore Chris’ role as an empathetic witness - chrisplough.com/I-am-listeningWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“In a crisis, the worst thing you can do is isolate yourself.” Susie Carder is no stranger to crisis. As a survivor of abuse, Susie learned to rise above the crisis, discover her inner strength, and in the process, completely transform the life trajectory that her childhood mapped out. These experiences have put her in a beautiful position to be able to support people to move through these current times. “I'm a tough-love coach. I'm going to tell you what you don't want to hear, show you what you don't want to see, so that you could be the person you knew that you could be.” Susie started out as a low-paid hairdresser trying to support her two girls before deciding to be an entrepreneur. Since then, she’s built two $10 million dollar companies and as a Profit Coach, she supports other entrepreneurs to build a business that allows them to live their dreams and achieve financial abundance.Susie’s helped over 100,000 entrepreneurs increase their revenues by more than 3,000% and worked with top business moguls including John Assaraf, Lisa Nichols, Steve Harvey, Doug Carter, and Paul Mitchell.Her latest book is Power Your Profit, a bulletproof start-to-finish plan for taking your business from startup mode to the multi-million-dollar mark.In this loving episode, Susie and I explore: What does Susie describe as a crisis?The three ways of navigating a crisis. Susie’s incredible story of supporting her children.Listening to the whisper instead of waiting for the tsunami. How to lean into the voice of truth. Why people need to hear your stories.What role does self-love play in leadership? How do you know when you’ve found someone who you need to have in your life?What is your relationship with surrender? Why Susie’s gift is finding the money.And more...If you’re ready to listen to the whispers and hear how life is knocking at your door, this episode will give you the courage and confidence you need to ask for support and take the leap. Check it out.   “You have to work through the fear. Hold fear on one hand and courage in the other, and just jump.” How to contact https://www.susiecarder.com/https://www.facebook.com/SusieCarder/https://www.instagram.com/SusieCarderhttps://twitter.com/susiecarderWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“We stay in the fast lane so that we don't have to feel our deal.” Current times have forced a new pace of life upon so many of us. There’s an invitation to slow down, take stock, and reassess what’s most important. There’s a window to be more intentional and practice the grounding ritual that connects us back to our true essence.Sure, these times are challenging - especially for those of us who are used to speed and hustle, but the pause can also be healing. Slowing down provides an opportunity to sit with the emotions and feelings hidden by the ‘go-go-go’ lifestyle. In turn, we have a chance to shift from DOing to BEing - and in the process, we get clearer on our own wants, needs, and desires. This episode’s guest - the incredible Nancy Levin - is here to help you navigate that transition with ease and grace. Drawing from personal experiences, Nancy shares her story about escaping the addictive ‘on-it’ lifestyle to learn how to live her life on her terms. “Everything we're chasing externally needs to be resolved internally first.” Nancy Levin is a Master Coach and bestselling author of several books including her latest, Setting Boundaries Will Set You Free. Formerly the Event Director at Hay House for over a decade, Nancy is the creator of Levin Life Coach Academy and offers in-depth coaching and training programs designed to support clients in making themselves a priority and setting boundaries that stick.Here’s a taste of what Nancy and I explore in this powerful episode:What does it feel like to go from a million miles per hour to slowing down completely?How does self-love feel? What are boundaries, what role do they play, and how do you know that you need one?The three sisters of overcoming selfishness.How to heal resentment. Why telling the truth takes less energy.Understanding our relationship to security and safety. Why the present moment is your crystal ball. And more…If you’re ready to prioritize your own needs and take the stigma out of selfishness to live a slower-paced life, this episode promises a lot of clarity.Check it out.   “To be able to know that I'm worthy and a value just by being me and not having to do anything at all was a profound moment in time for me.” How to contact www.nancylevin.com@NancyLevinAuthor (FB)https://www.instagram.com/nancy_levin/https://twitter.com/nancylevinWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I’m trusting my own spirit over my mind and over what anybody else thinks.” Is there a part of you that knows your true path follows a different track to the one you’re walking currently? Do you have an inner knowing that your life could be different - if only you had the courage to follow the beat of your own drum? If so, you’re not alone. In this age of transformation and chaos, more and more people are questioning the conventional path through life. More and more people are looking to explore the truth of who they are and authentically express their inner being. Makhosi Candiss Pitts is an Abundance Activator & Authentic African Shaman who helps seekers create an extraordinary business and life using mindset, mindfulness and metaphysics mastery. She guides people to develop their intuition and cultivate the courage to trust their personal truth - so they can create limitless abundance, unparalleled freedom and exceptional impact.And in this powerful episode, she’ll help you do the same...“Your capacity for impact in this world, your capacity for love in this world, your capacity for fulfillment in this world is built in your willingness to experience the entire range of the human experience.” Makhosi has had an indelible impact on my own spiritual path. If you’re a spiritual seeker who’s ready to go deeper, you’ll love her energy as well as resonate with her own story of transformation and insane personal growth. In the past, Makhosi walked the traditional path too - until she reached a point where she was no longer willing to compromise her soul desires. In this powerful interview, we explore how you can take the leap and develop the trust you need to be your authentic self. Here’s a taste of what we explore: Why do humans crave a sense of sovereignty?What does it feel like to be a sovereign being?How do you know when you’re experiencing oneness? How do you learn to trust your intuition? How do you know what to trust in the present moment? What is freedom? Was there a time when you were afraid of making a big decision? Makhosi’s journey to becoming a shaman.And more... “The truth is in this moment, it's in the present, it's in the body.” If your soul is ready for more impact, freedom, and abundance, this episode is essential listening so check it out. How to contact www.theroyalshaman.comwww.facebook.com/theroyalshamanhttps://www.instagram.com/theroyalshaman/We thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“There’s so much wisdom in knowing yourself.” How do you create an inspiring vision for your life and then turn that vision into your everyday reality?I believe we all have an idea of the kind of life we want to live. We all have dreams we want to fulfil and an inner knowing of who we could be and what would make our hearts sing. The question is, are you giving yourself permission to articulate that vision and then take the steps necessary to bring it to life? If this is an area of your life where you could do with a hand, this episode’s guest is your man! I’m super pumped to introduce your new friend, Mr Jason Ayers. Jason is an entrepreneur, operations optimizer, process engineer, and relentless problem-solver with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. He has spent most of his life studying leadership, the psychology of achievement, performance management, systems, marketing, automation, business, and sales.He's a certified Neurolinguistic Programming Practitioner (NLP), which helps him to get his clients into action when they're feeling stuck, trapped, or blocked.Above all, Jason is a problem-solving Integrator who empowers people to not only create their visions but to expand them into their fullest potential. So if you’re looking for a shot of inspiration so you can live into the fullness of who you are and your vision for your life, this episode is for you.“I think we’re all here for a reason. I think we all have a purpose, and part of the challenge of life is just stripping away all of the stories and the lies and everything else to get down to that truth: that kind of bedrock, fundamental truth that lies beneath.” Jason is an incredible human who moves through life with a beautiful tempo and speed. He’s a man who’s passionate about doing the inner work necessary to extract your true vision, and is well versed in dancing with the shadows as well as the light. I just loved diving into the rabbit hole with this inspiring man to talk about all of this good stuff! How to create the space to be introspective. Why time is relative. Exactly where do our limiting stories come from?The importance of exploring shadow work. Why playing small keeps you safe. The important difference between desire and choice.How travel can shift your perspective.Jason’s mountain analogy for limitless living. What happens when you make the choice to not walk this path alone. How to save yourself a lot of anguish. And more. If you know you could be doing more with your life and you’re excited to discover the right path for you, I encourage you to carve out some time for Jason. You never know, you might just hear the thing you need to move forward in an aligned and inspired way. “We don’t believe what we see. We see what we believe.” How to contact jasonrayers.comhttps://www.facebook.com/JasonRAyershttps://www.instagram.com/jason_ayers/We thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I had fast-growth in my business because I believed that my spirituality is leading the way.” What happens when soul decides the path you’re walking isn’t the one that’s right for you? When Michelle Sorro attended a Tony Robbins’ Date With Destiny event, it was her intention to take her TV career to the next level. But instead of unlocking clarity on how to evolve her TV segment, soul had different plans. On her knees and heart cracked open, Michelle realized her purpose was something else entirely.As a result, Michelle switched gears and followed her intuition to become a heart-centred leader on a mission to empower millions to be seen and heard. Today, Michelle teaches coaches, trainers, and experts how to start and scale an authentic, online presence by getting out of their comfort zone so they can create a life of greater fulfilment.“I don't believe in hustle, grit, and grind. I just believe in ease, grace, and flow.” Michelle is also the host of The Fire and Soul podcast, a Top 10 in Self-Development. Her guests have included global game-changers such as Jack Canfield, Panache Desai, Dave Asprey, Danielle LaPorte, Alison Armstrong, Jairek Robbins, Joseph McClendon III, and many more. Michelle is also a published author on the topic of gratitude, she’s meditated with the Dalai Lama, and literally walked on fire!In this beautiful, heart-led episode, you’ll hear Michelle and I talk about: What does heart-based leadership mean? How do you really get out of your comfort zone?Why perfectionism is another form of procrastination and how the antidote for fear is action. A simple practice to transmute your feelings and emotions. A method to discern between fear and desire. The spiritual importance of sitting with the stillness of your heartAnd more! If you know it’s time to drop the hustle, trust your intuition, and take a more patient path through life, this episode will give you plenty to think about.   “The soul will always tell you, but you've got to get quiet enough to listen.” How to contact https://www.facebook.com/michelle.sorrowww.michelle-sorro.comWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.