“I believe that our microbes are our connection to each other, it’s our commonality as human beings, but it’s our connection to the cosmos.”What I love about the Stay Grounded Podcast is it enables me to interview people from all walks of life - proof that we all have our unique stories to share with each other and the world.And this episode is no different - apart from the fact that our conversation heads off in directions you won’t anticipate at the beginning.Dr Gerry Curatola is a pioneer in the dental field. He’s a top dentist with over 28 years experience who’s appeared on the likes of Dr Oz. One of the things that sets Dr Gerry apart is his passion for using the mouth as a window to the whole person. He’s obsessed with oral health - in particular the health of the microbiome. It’s a passion that led him to create his own toothpaste - Revitin - which is entirely different to any other toothpaste that you’ll find on the market.In this episode, Dr Gerry will inspire you to look at your own mouth in new ways. There are plenty of practical takeaways too. For example, you’ll discover why fluoride is a problem and why you should be worried about gum disease.Then we dive into the rabbit hole :)“I’m convinced that spiritual problems are a root issues that transcends mind and body.”In this incredible episode, you’ll discover how Dr Gerry knew from the age of six that he was going to be a dentist. You’ll discover how to cultivate love to ensure faith runs through your blood and why this is key to living a life you love.You’ll also hear about Dr Gerry’s fascinating ideas about the microbiome and why he believes microbes are our link to spirituality.Then my personal favorite - a beautiful story of what is possible when you have absolute faith that the universe will deliver.Dr Gerry is an inspirational, super smart man with a massive heart. This is a man who’s approaching dentistry in a way I’ve never heard about before in an effort to improve our overall health and wellbeing.So listen in to learn how to take care of your mouth, but perhaps more importantly, how you can take care of your soul. “The currency of the universe is love.”How to contactCheck out Dr Gerry on Facebook - gerrycuratoladdsAnd on Instagram - @drgerryddsAnd on Twitter - @drgerrycuratolaTo learn more about Dr Gerry’s toothpaste, visit https://www.revitin.com 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.

“Whom you end up being in your financial life is not a coincidence. There is a lot of context for it. Maybe there were patterns you just didn’t see. Until you recognise that, you can’t really enhance or change the life that you have.”Do you have money issues or money blocks? If so, you’re almost certainly not alone. Money is a topic that’s highly emotionally and we all have our own individual conversations around it.From fears around scarcity to concerns that you’re going to lose it all, money is a topic many of us struggle to talk about or feel in control of.It’s why you’re in for a treat today.That’s because in this episode, I’m interviewing the incredible Farnoosh Torabi - one of America’s leading finance experts. Over the years, Farnoosh has helped thousands of people master their money and use their wealth to live extraordinary lives.Farnoosh is the real deal with a career that’s included everything 3 best-selling books and a primetime series on CNN, to regular columns in O and The Oprah magazine . She also has an award-winning podcast - So Money - which has attracted millions of views along with world-renown guests such as Tony Robbins and Robert Kiyosaki.So sit back, listen to a master, and discover the mindsets and strategies you need to take control of your money so you feel empowered to use it to create a live you love.“Wealth doesn’t have to be a mansion. It can just be moving your schedule around without financial consequence to do something you value a lot more.”Money can be such an awkward topic of conversation, but with Farnoosh it just flows effortlessly.She’s so fluent talking about all aspects of money that we were able to dive deep into some interesting angles and ideas.For example, in this episode you’ll discover why the clues to your money blocks lie in your childhood experiences. Yup, it’s time to go down memory lane so you can discover your money context.You’ll also discover the value of creating a ‘Financial Fortress’ as well as specific things you can do to change your mindset around money to make you feel more empowered.Money won’t buy you happiness, but it does buy you choice. It’s a resource that creates opportunities, and gives you more autonomy and control over your life. It’s why money is a topic that deserves your attention - because regardless of where you are right now you can change how things will be in the future.And this episode could well become the start point for an entirely new mindset and set of experiences around this powerful resource.Can’t wait to hear what you take from this week’s conversation. Enjoy :)“I can’t control other people's actions, but I can control my reaction to people.” How to contact Farnoosh:Instagram: www.instagram.com/farnooshtorabiTwitter: www.twitter.com/farnooshPodcast: www.somoneypodcast.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.

“A lot of people are afraid to look inside because they’re afraid they’re going to open up pain and suffering.”This week’s guest is Ron Baker. As a highly sought after coach, speaker, author, bioenergetics healing practitioner. Ron has helped millions around the world thrive through a journey of self-mastery over the last 25 years.He is someone I personally look up to for emotional guidance, and with good reason.When I first met Ron, what drew me to him was his passion for leveraging self-awareness to create a more fulfilling life. It’s something I’ve become increasingly fascinated with because I believe self-awareness is the key to everything you want.I’ve always been hungry to learn. It’s where my passion for books, courses, mentoring, and events comes from - because they shorten your learning curve and help you progress faster.But tactics and strategies only take you so far.At some point, you'll need something deeper.You’ll need to expand your understanding of self so you can deal with failure, solve mistakes, and step out of your comfort zone.You have to get introspective, reflective, and highly in tune with the best version of yourself.But there’s one aspect of the self you’ve probably overlooked. In fact, it may be an idea you’ve never even heard of before.Your “inner child”.Your inner child is the part of you that’s wounded, hurt, and fearful because of the experiences you had in your childhood.Turns out, healing and nurturing your inner child is the key to removing blocks that lead to insane growth, faster opportunities, and overall fulfillment.And if you listen in to Ron’s episode, you’ll discover how to do it.“You’re only ever going to be as free as your capacity to feel your feelings.”Just because your childhood has passed doesn’t mean the child inside you doesn’t still need love.If you’re feeling stuck in life, it could be because your inner child is still hurting - and you’re not addressing its needs.Ron says that we need to learn to parent our younger selves, which kick-starts the healing process that enables us to feel more fulfilled and satisfied in life.Everything in life is a reflection of your relationship to yourself.So tune in now and discover what Ron believes is possible when you look inside and actively sharpen your awareness of self.It’s an essential key for extraordinary living and Ron is here to show you how to do it. He’s also got some free tools to share with you to help kick-start your journey. So make sure you listen in to find out more.“We have to slow down and learn how to connect to self because every single thing in your life is a reflection of the relationship you’re having with yourself.”How to contactCheck out Ron’s work at RonBaker.netOr join his Facebook community, Empowered at Last with Ron BakerCheck out his podcast: https://www.ronbaker.net/podcastTo download Ron’s free gifts, visit https://ron-baker.mykajabi.com/pl/38059 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.

“This is our mission: All couples on the planet will use their relationship as the vehicle for their own personal transformation.”You may be familiar with the name of this month’s guest. That’s because I interviewed Marla’s romantic partner - Julian Colker - way back on episode 33 of the Stay Grounded Podcast.As an entrepreneurial power couple the story is only complete when you interview both halves, so I couldn’t wait to go down the rabbit hole with Marla.Marla is a relationship & intimacy expert who specializes in coaching entrepreneurial couples.If you’re in a relationship with another entrepreneur (or someone with an entrepreneur mindset) you’ll understand the specific challenges and opportunities that arise from this union. Fuelled by risk-taking, a growth mindset, and a desire to put yourself ‘out there’, entrepreneurial couples can struggle to create work-life harmony and create quality space for each other.But use your relationship as a mirror to fuel radical self-awareness, and you can both fly higher.It’s what Marla helps couples achieve together.“I am in charge of me. Nobody can shift my balance of my mind, except me.”I took so much away from this episode. Marla oozes with passion and enthusiasm for her work and is overflowing with practical ideas and suggestions that you can start using with your partner today.From the Mirror Tactic, to the importance of being unapologetically kind, to the power of presence, and the 1-10 test, this episode will equip you with practical things that will help you create more intimacy and connection at home.When you’re an entrepreneur with a mission and passionate about making your business thrive, it can be hard to create the same levels of success in your relationship.But as Marla reminds us, how you do one thing is how you do everything.And if you’re settling in your love life, you’re likely leaving entrepreneurial success on the table too.So tune in and learn some relationship wisdom from a specialist with over 23 years experience who’s helped over 12,000 couples, including Academy Award winning actors, producers and directors, NBA players and coaches, Grammy Award winning artists, and millionaire entrepreneurs.Her insights and strategies could change everything for you, the same way it did for me.“You have to listen, but listen in a particular way because we can listen with judgment or we can with curiosity.”How to contactCheck out Marla’s work - www.marlamattenson.comFollow Marla on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mmattenson/Stay up-to-date on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theintimacyexpertsTweet Marla - https://twitter.com/MarlaMattensonConnect with Marla on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marla-mattenson-08613195/ 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.

“All the stuff from my past became my biggest asset — not my biggest enemy — and that really empowered me to keep moving forward.”Mike Kemski wasn’t raised with a lot of love as a child. Instead, he was repeatedly told that he was worthless and would amount to anything. Thanks to these repeated messages, which were reinforced by his home environment, he began to believe those words were true.As a result, Mike got into all sorts of trouble as a kid. He turned to violence, alcohol, and drugs to escape the pain until, aged 16, he was full of anger and consumed with low self-esteem and self image.Eventually, he checked himself into rehab and things started to change.But that wasn’t yet the final turning point.After cleaning up and getting sober, Mike still didn’t feel happy. Instead, he felt an empty void inside. He just couldn’t figure out how to make life work for him. Instead, every day was painful, meaningless, and difficult.So he put a loaded gun into his mouth.But instead of ending it all, the gun misfired giving Mike a fresh chance at life.Which he’s now turned around into his own version of extraordinary.“If you feel it in your heart, that’s the thing to follow. Always. Not what everyone else says you should and shouldn’t want. That’s ridiculous.”Mike Kemski is a bit of an enigma! You won’t find much about him online, but that’s by design.Mike is a ninja who teaches what he himself has figured out through living life.At the age of 17, he realized you could change the way you feel simply by changing your facial expression or body languageHe’s developed insane levels of self awareness by spending years analyzing every thought and feeling - so he could understand the messages from his bodyHe discovered that amplifying pain is a fast-track to success because it increases your desire for changeAnd he figured out how to use energy and attention to change your thinking and transform the way you feel about yourselfMike is a legend and this is one episode you do NOT want to miss.As well as the full story of Mike’s dance with death, you’ll also discover three powerful analogies that are going to help you win in life.What’s really in the pot of gold at the end of the rainbowThe marathon example that explains the three phases of successWhy we retreat to ‘dark caves’ - and how you can bring yourself back to the lightThis episode is a doozy. It’s inspiring as well as informative and there’s a good chance that after listening, your life won’t be the same again.“Things need to go wrong. That’s what gives us the engagement to solve puzzles and stay engaged with life.”How to contactTo discover Mike’s full story, visit www.banabu.com/mikestory.htmlSee what Mike is up to at http://mikekemski.com/Follow Mike on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mikekemskiWe 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 don’t believe anything that happens is by chance. Every person that comes across our path, whether we like the interaction or not, it’s all for a purpose.”If you recognize today’s guest from the TV, you’d be right! That’s because in this episode I’m interviewing no other than Josh Stuart from the Discovery Channel Reality TV show, ‘Diesel Brothers.’Josh, otherwise known as ‘Redbeard’ is one of the most grounded people I know, and after chatting to him, it’s easy to see why. Josh grew up in Roosevelt, UT in the Uintah Basin which is part of a native American Indian reservation. It meant from an early age, Josh was introduced to the idea of connection between all things. He was raised on the idea that nature offers messages from the universe and if you’re alert enough, you can see the signs.Josh finally got back on the spiritual path around five years ago after meeting his wife.Now, he lives his life in deep connection with the energies all around us. Unsurprisingly, it’s a core topic in this episode.So if you’re curious to discover more about how the universe talks with us, listen in now.Josh is someone I couldn’t wait to go down the rabbit hole with - and I wasn’t disappointed! The conversation we had was beautiful, thought-provoking, and deep. And you get to be a fly on the wall when you tune in now.“I believe that we all chose to be here and chose our challenges because we knew that those challenges would create certain strengths in us.”This conversation is more than a discovery of Josh’s life, it’s also a deep dive into a beautiful philosophy about living.I found some of Josh’s distinctions incredibly powerful. For example, Josh believes that everything in life happens FOR you, not TO you. He believes that our souls choose our particular path though life in order to acquire certain lessons and experiences. With this perspective, he’s able to ride every wave that comes - the good and the bad.We chat about Josh’s love of jujitsu and how a dedication to his practice allows him to navigate everyday life with more grace and discipline.We talk about gratitude and we talk about the power of money and what wealth is actually about.This episode will open you up to a new way of thinking about challenges, desires, and everyday moments. It’s a story about creating extraordinary by becoming increasingly aware.And in this age when we’re nose deep in our phones, I think Josh’s message is especially potent. Can’t wait to see what you think.“Life is telling us exactly what to do, if we just pay attention.”How to contact Joshwww.DieselPowerGear.comFacebook: @redbearddieselFollow Josh on Instagram: @red.beardCheck out Josh’s TV show - www.discovery.com/tv-shows/diesel-brothers/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I have learned and I teach that the only opinion that matters is mine. The only opinion about you that matters is yours.”Diane Forster’s rock bottom moment happened in the bathroom of her family home when she decided to take her own life.To the outside world, Diane seemed to have it all. She had the relationship and the successful corporate career, but inside she felt empty. Eventually, she reached the point when she couldn’t take it anymore. Then Diane felt her late mother’s presence and heard her voice telling her to put the pills down and get help - so she could help others.Turns out your breaking point can be the most beautiful gift because from this peak emotional experience arises fresh opportunities.In that moment, life changed. Diane’s mother died when she was just 53, but here she was providing guidance when Diane needed it most. What came next for Diane was a journey back to herself.A journey of forgiveness, of compassion, and of reinvention to the point where Diane now helps others to live intentional, inspired, passionate lives - every single day.So get ready to dive in and discover the tools, mindsets, and beliefs that will enable you to move beyond rock bottom and create an extraordinary life for yourself. “Not forgiving is so debilitating. Carrying around anger, resentment, shame, guilt — any of those negative emotions — will literally eat away at you.”Diane Forster is an incredible woman who radiates joy and passion for the work she does.She is an Award-Winning Inventor, Best Selling Author, TEDx Speaker, TV Host, Podcaster, Intentional Living Expert and Re-Invention Specialist. Diane is also the CEO and Founder of I HAVE TODAY - A book, TV Show, and platform that helps women live enriched, empowered, inspiring lives through their transitions, to reinvent themselves.I loved this conversation because we covered it all. We explore the power of forgiveness and how there are three stages you need to move through. We speak about the way we’re all supported and guided by a higher consciousness. We also discuss what it takes to be get inspired and how you can turn insights into momentum to drive you into to the life you want.We talk about creativity, meditation, and the power of self-acceptance along with judgement, why we never feel enough, and the importance of looking out for signs.In short, we dance through it all!You’ll find that Diane’s philosophy on life is just beautiful - I promise she’s going to inspire you.She’s an advocate for the idea that all you have is today.And because of that, Diane lives intentionally with a commitment to make every day different, special, and extraordinary.We can all live out our lives like Diane.We can all tap into the resourcefulness and curiosity within to discover who we really are and what we want to do. We all have the power to create, expand, and grow so we can enjoy everything life has to offer.So if you want a kick-start to a life you love, this episode is a no-brainer. It will leave you inspired, empowered, and motivated to grab every moment and live it as fully as you can.“Nothing is ever happening to you — it’s happening for you. Even the pain is there to teach you something.”Host: Raj JanaGuest: Diane ForsterResources:Diane Forster - Website10 Days to Your Passion and Purpose - Diane’s incredible challenge I Have Today: Find Your Passion, Purpose and Smile...Finally! - Book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“We can learn so much about our flaws, our rationalities, our biases, but overcoming them in real time is not possible.”The personal development industry hinges on the need for us to “change our mindset” so we can create permanent change in our lives.It’s good advice.After all, the way we think and the things we believe fuel our decisions and our behaviors.But change is hard.If you’ve ever tried to start a business, lose weight, save money (or do anything that’s outside your normal, everyday life), you’ll know how difficult it can be. Everything from resistance, to laziness, to a lack of motivation seem to hold us back.If only there was an easier way. If only we could ‘hack’ our way to the desirable behaviors that take us closer to our goals...Turns out there is.And in this week’s guest, Kristen Berman, shows us how.Kristen Berman studies how people actually act in the marketplace, as opposed to how they should or would perform if they were completely rational.Kristen co-founded Irrational Labs, a behavioral product design company, with Dan Ariely in 2013. Irrational Labs helps companies and nonprofits understand and leverage behavioral economics to increase the health, wealth and happiness of their users.“If you’re feeling motivated to learn a new skill, go online and hire a tutor. Lock yourself into that increased motivation because in an hour, two hours or four hours, you may not have that motivation.”This week’s episode is another doozy :)Whether you’re looking to do something outside your comfort zone or you’re committed to achieving a challenging goal, you NEED to listen in.And yes, I do say NEED.We’re not here to settle for less that the things we want.Instead, we’re here to walk the extraordinary path through life. We’re here to have our cake and eat it too. And thanks to Kristen’s knowledge and strategies, you’ll discover how you really can have it all.Because as soon as you learn to hack your behaviors and turn on the ones you need at will, you can do anything.So listen in now. You’ll learn about motivation, how to spark it, and how to use it.You’ll discover the real reasons we do what we do (hint! It’s not what you think)!And most importantly, you’ll discover how to leverage your most powerful weapon in your ‘getting it done’ arsenal. But you’ll have to listen in to discover what it is!“I prefer the word 'curiosity' to 'passion.' Passion proclaims that it’s permanent and has a lot of weight versus curiosity, which is an open door that we can go through.”How to contactFollow Kristen on Twitter at https://twitter.com/bermsterLearn more about the behavioral economics work that Kristen does at https://irrationallabs.org/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.Host: Raj JanaGuest: Kirsten BermanResources: Hacking Human Nature for Good: A Practical Guide to Changing Human BehaviorIrrational Labs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s guest ended up becoming the CEO of a tech company that he first discovered as a user.Dan Clark was one of Brain.fm’s very first users. If you’re not familiar with Brain.fm, it’s a tool that maximizes productivity through music that boosts focus and gets you into your flow state with ease. It’s a tool I use (and recommend) and something I describe as ‘audio adderall’!I first went down the rabbit hole with Dan in a bar in New York City. We were supposed to be watching the Texas game, but instead had a four-hour conversation about life, passion, and persistence.It was so inspiring for me that I couldn’t wait to get Dan on the show so you could get a taste of his wisdom. He’s another incredible example of someone who’s living a passionate life by doing things that convention says shouldn’t be possible.So take a listen to his episode now and discover the full story behind his journey with Brain.FM, why he started out for free, and the 12 persistent phone calls that kick-started it all. You’ll also discover Dan’s personal take on productivity, giving, and why he loves to travel, cook, and do adventurous things (such as deciding to step foot on all seven continents).It’s a doozy of an episode to kick-start your 2019 and I know you’re going to take a ton away. “Humans are the only creatures that can instill habits in themselves. So start really small, work on something, accomplish it and then do something a little bit bigger.”One of the things I love most about this episode is Dan’s commitment to doing work that he loves.[You have to be pretty passionate to work for someone for free, right?]But as you’ll discover, this is an empowering and inspiring approach to life. Dan and I share a similar set of beliefs - that you’re here on earth for a limited amount of time and so you’d better make the most of that time.You better create ‘the biggest splash possible’.Want to inject some of this philosophy into your New Year plans?Then tune into this episode of the Stay Grounded Podcast to discover ideas, strategies, and daily practices that will help you be your best self and do more with your time in the months ahead.Can’t wait to hear your takeaways.“Gratitude provides the foundation, curiosity is the skyscraper. I think sitting in this skyscraper and looking down at what you accomplished is the thing that keeps me grounded and pushes me to keep building skyscrapers.”Host: Raj JanaGuest: Dan ClarkResources:To try the app: Brain.fmInstagram: @brainfmappTo get in touch with Dan: dan@brain.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“For me, dependence comes from wanting things to be a certain way as opposed to transforming myself into someone that can thrive regardless of what the situation is.”Can you believe we’re a few days away from 2019? This week’s episode is our last show of the year and has a bit of a different spin on it.It’s a solo reflection from yours truly. I really wanted to take some time to connect with you and share a few reflections I had from such an incredibly busy year.2018 was a big year for me. It came with a lot of change, growth and a lot of lessons that I’m grateful to have experiences so early in my entrepreneurial journey. This was my first full year as an entrepreneur, and one that that redefined what it means push the limits of fear and comfort.In this episode, I talk to you a bit about my journey in 2018 - the highs, the lows and all that fell in between. I also share with you the 7 Questions that I use for my end of year process to wrap up 2018 and set up 2019 for incredible growth.Thank you all for taking this journey with me. We’ll be back in 2019 bigger and better, helping you to create a life that you love. Stay Grounded kicks off 2019 with a lot of amazing new content, Monday through Friday, to be a key resource in supporting you and your goals.Please reach out to me with your thoughts, ideas, feedback and questions. I read every single Instagram message, email, comment and they all mean the world to me. If you have any questions you want answered, send me a note ane let me know what you’re wanting to hear: hello@rajjana.comHave a safe and happy new year's celebration! Here's to life, love, and everything in between.Stay Grounded. This episode is perfect for you if you: Want to to help with bringing closure to 2018Want to set yourself up for success in 2019Are preparing for an end of year reflectionAre excited about the New YearWant to take a different approach with creating your New Year’s Resolutions  Host: Raj JanaResources: hello@rajjana.comFacebook GroupInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.