The Ridiculously Human Podcast

Gareth Martin speaking to inspiring humans
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Apr 8, 2020 • 18min

Superhumanship#24 - Listening and Vulnerability - Becoming a Better Human

Superhumanship, is a podcast series which we run, helping you to navigate day to day life and encouraging you to be another ridiculously awesome human. Each week, we discuss and disseminate the top few pearls of wisdom shared by our previous weeks guest. This week we spoke about… Using communication to diffuse situations How to have difficult conversations Listening to others perspectives Removing ego and opening up Avoid assuming what others are thinking Comparing our insides to other people's outsides Spending time to get clear on who are you Asking for help and shining a spotlight on shame Disconnection between mind and body Music By The Bambuseae Rhythm Section - Check them out here Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? We know this is always a big one to ask and you hear it a million times but anything you can do to help us get our podcast out there into the ether will be massively appreciated! Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Soundcloud | Google Play | TuneIn | iHeartRADIO | Google Podcasts | Follow us on: Website | YouTube | Medium | Instagram | FaceBook | Twitter | LinkedIn |
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Apr 1, 2020 • 1h 57min

RHP#112. Shelley Paxton, Author, Coach, Ex-Harley Davidson Executive, Chief Soul Officer at Soulbbatical

Biker-babe Chic. Author. Transformational Coach. Ex-Harley Davidson Executive. Marketing Guru. Speaker. Rebel with a Cause. Nomad. Chief Soul Officer. The coronavirus is forcing us to hit the reset button. Not tomorrow, or the next day….but right now. It’s allowing us to reflect and look deeper into our souls, and to identify what is really important in life. It seems that a new internal dialogue and conversation is being bestowed upon us to become more soulFULL. Shelley Paxton, is a mid-western gal, who was born to rebell. Chasing her Mom around the kitchen with carving knives, was just the type of delightful daughter she used to be. There was however, a brief glimmer of hope when she was a decent competitive swimmer, but that soon quickly pivoted into becoming a really good drinker, shroom taker, and socialiser. After selling her soul to the corporate world with long hours and no life, Shelley got the opportunity to take a sabbatical at only 26 years old, and travel around Europe. She managed to reconnect with her Mom on that trip. They swapped the knives for sightseeing, and enjoyed doing things like the laundry and reading mail together :)  Her career opened up when she took a role in Turkey. Everything for her was pretty much on course, she had met her future ex-husband, her career was flying and she was making a real name for herself in her industry. But often what happens is that something needs to give, and for her, it was her health. Shelley and her husband really enjoyed many great fun-loving, years together. Sadly, like with many high flying professionals, their relationship was neglected and it ended in an extremely messy divorce. It was so messy that Shelley fell into depression, and tried to commit suicide by taking a drug overdose. Once back on track, Shelley landed arguably the sexiest job on the planet, the Chief Marketing Officer of Harley-Davidson. She thrived there, however, after six years the corporate jet setting lifestyle eventually caught up and took it’s toll. She was still pushing through by eating and drinking in excess.  After leaving Harley with enough money saved in her ‘fuck-you-fund’, she embarked on a self-discovery journey of epic proportions. It spanned continents, and included excursions, retreats and some straight talking coaches. A further life-shock of her Dad suffering multiple strokes, shifted her perspective a few extra notches on what was actually important in life.  Which brings us to this present moment, where Shelley is the Chief Soul Officer at Soulbbatical. The book she authored has morphed and grown into a community and movement of like-minded soul-liberators, who are harmonising the soulful balance in the universe. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. Let’s find out what it means for Shelley Paxton, to be Ridiculously Human.  Your fellow beings, Craig and Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Shelley Paxton: Website | Instagram | FaceBook | Twitter | LinkedIn | Shelley’s book: Soulbbatical Other relevant points discussed and mentioned:   Harley Davidson Life Is Priceless Foundation Headspace App Hells Angels Beautiful Writers Podcast Book - Free for Life by Christopher Lee Maher Human Design People Discussed Mandy Lehto Brené Brown Linda Sivertson Places Mentioned Istanbul, Turkey Minneapolis, Minnesota Naples, Florida Music By The Bambuseae Rhythm Section - Check them out here The Simon Van Gend Band - Check them out here Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? We know this is always a big one to ask and you hear it a million times but anything you can do to help us get our podcast out there into the ether will be massively appreciated! Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Soundcloud | Google Play | TuneIn | iHeartRADIO | Follow us on: Website | YouTube | Medium | Instagram | FaceBook | Twitter | LinkedIn | Pinterest | Related Podcasts You Might Enjoy RHP #020: Christie Lindor, Management Consultant, Author & Hostess of Mece Muse RHP #033: Tara Russell, Founder, President & Global Impact Lead of Fathom Travel RHP #057: Sophie Sabbage, Bestselling Author, Keynote Speaker, Patient Activist, Transformational Facilitator, Cancer Convalescent RHP #106: Mandy Lehto, Business and Executive Coach, Writer, Speaker, Podcast Host and Recovering Overachiever
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Mar 25, 2020 • 21min

Superhumanship#23 - Mental Health and Mindset - Becoming a Better Human

Superhumanship, is a bonus podcast series which we run, helping you navigate day to day life and preparing you to be another ridiculously awesome human. Each week, we discuss and disseminate the top few pearls of wisdom shared by our previous weeks guest. We believe that in this day and age, we are all leaders and people of influence, on varying scales. Therefore, we need to adapt and realise that we have this amazing opportunity to take responsibility, by contributing positively to society, and in-turn making ourselves better humans, both individually and collectively!!! This week we spoke about… Mental health and self belief Internal dialogue and the story we tell ourselves daily Facing our dark shadows Our ‘family’ of personalities Generational memory and epigenetics Keeping wellness simple Taking pride in your small steps The other 23 hours Seeking unease to invoke growth Psychedelics - the mystery of a mushroom Music By The Bambuseae Rhythm Section - Check them out here Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? We know this is always a big one to ask and you hear it a million times but anything you can do to help us get our podcast out there into the ether will be massively appreciated! Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Soundcloud | Google Play | TuneIn | iHeartRADIO | Follow us on: Website | YouTube | Medium | Instagram | FaceBook | Twitter | LinkedIn |
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Mar 18, 2020 • 1h 28min

RHP#111. Mac Brazina, Coach, Trainer, Mindset Shifter, Founder of Human Builder

Mindset Shifter. Human Builder. Professional Coach. Personal Trainer. Orator. Smiler. Entrepreneur. Community Creator. Conversation Starter. Anthropologist. Straight Talker. Each day we are all blessed with a fresh and full 24 hours. Twenty-four hours of possibility, of creativity, of rest, of peace, of space. How we use that time, each and every day, is a choice. We can succumb to the distractions and be part of the inefficient roller coaster, or we can be focused, committed, plan, and then enjoy a good sense of fulfilment each night. Our Podcast guest this week, Mac Brazina, talks a lot about ‘the other 23 hours’. You see, that one hour that you spend in the gym is important, mostly for your aesthetics and fitness. However, what are you doing with the other 23 hours in your day to really improve your overall mindset and wellbeing? Mac is still a young lady, although she is wise beyond her years. Her wisdom can be attributed to being the oldest of five siblings, coming from a lineage of ‘power women’, the hardships and shortcomings she has faced, dealing with her shadows, taking a psychedelic journey, and training her body and mind. As with many people, there is a catalyst which often initiates a downward spiral towards a dark space. For Mac, that was when her Mom was diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome, which is a degenerative disease of the central nervous system.  Mac is a firm believer in human potential. Once we begin to comprehend our mind and practice mind control, our potential becomes infinite. So, you can be anxious, you can be upset, you can be heartbroken, or in mourning, but you can still evolve and be a better person! With a change in mindset comes a change of energy, and we are at a time in our existence when, as humans, we need to embrace our feminine and masculine energies with equal proportions.  Mac, as you may have guessed, is one of those precious souls who has been sent here to help us bridge the gap between science and esoterism. To close the space between our own limiting beliefs and what is possible. To understand that we need to take control of our internal dialogues. To allow us to connect and balance our masculine and feminine energies. Psychedelics showed Mac that she wasn't a prisoner to her brain, and that her brain was not the one in control. They built a bridge of information for her spirit and physical existence to connect. They showed her what she was capable of, that she was not a victim, and that magic is totally real... A workout is the microcosm of daily life. There’s going to be reps that don’t feel great, and ones that do. Loads that seem impossibly heavy to lift, and ones that feel light as a feather. It’s all about how you approach your reps. It’s about one rep at a time. Knowing that each rep is an opportunity to dig into discomfort and reap what it has to offer you... We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. Let’s find out what it means for Mac Brazina, to be Ridiculously Human.  Your fellow beings, Craig and Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Mac Brazina: Website | Instagram | FaceBook | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |  Other relevant points discussed and mentioned:   Rebuilding America's Warriors - RAW Complex Regional Pain Syndrome - CRPS Veterans In Pain Psychedelics Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test People Discussed Terence McKenna Timothy Leary Ram Dass Ken Kesey Places Mentioned St. Petersburg, Florida Music By The Bambuseae Rhythm Section - Check them out here The Simon Van Gend Band - Check them out here Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? We know this is always a big one to ask and you hear it a million times but anything you can do to help us get our podcast out there into the ether will be massively appreciated! Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Soundcloud | Google Play | TuneIn | iHeartRADIO | Follow us on: Website | YouTube | Medium | Instagram | FaceBook | Twitter | LinkedIn | Pinterest | Related Podcasts You Might Enjoy RHP #034: Chris Kilham, Founder of Medicine Hunter and Plant Medicine Expert  RHP #035: Luke Storey, Transformational Coach and Host of The Life Stylist Podcast  RHP #050: Darin Olien, The Superfood Hunter, Author, Vegan, Hydration Expert. Founder of Superlife and Barukas RHP #082: Bruce Lipton, Stem Cell Researcher, Developmental Biologist, Epigenetic Expert, Author, Keynote Speaker, Spiritual Scientist
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Mar 11, 2020 • 21min

Superhumanship#22 - Fortitude and Setting Challenges - Becoming a Better Human

Superhumanship, is a bonus podcast series which we run, helping you navigate day to day life and preparing you to be another ridiculously awesome human. Each week, we discuss and disseminate the top few pearls of wisdom shared by our previous weeks guest. We believe that in this day and age, we are all leaders and people of influence, on varying scales. Therefore, we need to adapt and realise that we have this amazing opportunity to take responsibility, by contributing positively to society, and in-turn making ourselves better humans, both individually and collectively!!! This week we spoke about… The importance of setting yourself challenges Getting completely out of your comfort zone Re-using, recycling, up-cycling Getting creative and curious Building your own things Storytelling skills Spreading a message without being preachy Building trust is the future currency Chasing happiness Teaching fortitude, challenge, and friendliness Taking accountability for everything that you do Not believing in boredom Music By The Bambuseae Rhythm Section - Check them out here Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? We know this is always a big one to ask and you hear it a million times but anything you can do to help us get our podcast out there into the ether will be massively appreciated! Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Soundcloud | Google Play | TuneIn | iHeartRADIO | Follow us on: Website | YouTube | Medium | Instagram | FaceBook | Twitter | LinkedIn |
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Mar 4, 2020 • 1h 22min

RHP#110. Beau Miles, YouTuber, Award-Winning Filmmaker, Poly-Jobist, Backyard Adventurer, and Doctor of Philosophy

Doctor of Philosophy. YouTuber. Award-Winning Filmmaker. Poly-Jobist. Hobby Farmer. Part-Time Builder. Runner. Kayaker. Woodchopper. Backyard Adventurer. Humans have always been storytellers, it’s how knowledge and traditions have been passed on from generation to generation. These days, thanks to social media, more and more people have become storytellers. Fortunately, we still have some old-school type of blokes, like Beau Miles, who completely understand the art of storytelling, and do it in a way that is insightful, mesmerising and captivating. Beau Miles’ folks taught him to be curious. He has a vague idea of the parenting that his parents gave him, but does remember it being fairly free in a sense, and that they didn't believe in boredom. In fact, they hated the idea of boredom. Beau reckons he has never been bored a day in his life, or a minute in his life for that matter. He is not sure how anyone can be bored and says that we need to get creative and fill in the gaps. Create your own fun, and create your own sense of curiosity, because you've got the potential, like any human, to go out and make something of yourself in the world...!  Until recently, Beau was an outdoor education lecturer at Melbourne’s Monash University. He thinks the modern academic is flawed by specialising in one area, because the world doesn't work that way. His aim is to live and teach about broad, complex and curious ways of living. He encourages us to challenge ourselves on small and large proportions, and to think of our daily lives differently. Beau seems like a happy guy. Although he’d argue that he is not a happy kind of person. He is however, really optimistic...a super optimist! He is not in pursuit of happiness and nor will he teach his child to be in pursuit of happiness. He wants to teach fortitude, challenge, and friendliness. He'd teach friendliness over happiness any day of the week!  Beau Miles is a hardy doer. He has a talent for building with reclaimed wood and turns garbage into gleaming treasures. Being a Dad, he now has less time to travel to far-away places and enjoys re-inventing what is closest to him. He loves to set himself challenges of epic proportions. A lot of what he does is to create awareness for others, that there is adventure, fun and learning to be had wherever we seek it. He sets off across homelands, across mountain ranges, across seas and straits, around his block and on highways to work. To him, using our bodies and hands more for everything is key. Through his physical journey, he engages in the limitless potential of human perception. Along his adventures, he documents everything and creates world-class and award-winning films and documentaries. Through his non-preachy storytelling style, he engages viewers to recognise opportunities for adventure on their own doorstep and really makes them want to be better humans too. Beau wrote his PhD on the topic of, The Secret Life of the Sea Kayaker. He also loves a banana or two. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. Let’s find out what it means for Beau Miles, to be Ridiculously Human.  Your fellow beings, Craig and Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Beau Miles: Website | Instagram | FaceBook | YouTube | LinkedIn |   Beau’s Films and Journal: Beau’s upcoming book - The Backyard Adventurer Other relevant points discussed and mentioned:   Mile an Hour Documentary - Beau Miles Phenomenology Steinbeck Books People Discussed Jean-Paul Sartre - Sartre Cliff Young - Australian Farmer Salvador Dali John Steinbeck Music By The Bambuseae Rhythm Section - Check them out here The Simon Van Gend Band - Check them out here Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? We know this is always a big one to ask and you hear it a million times but anything you can do to help us get our podcast out there into the ether will be massively appreciated! Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Soundcloud | Google Play | TuneIn | iHeartRADIO | Follow us on: Website | YouTube | Medium | Instagram | FaceBook | Twitter | LinkedIn | Pinterest | Related Podcasts You Might Enjoy RHP #021: Joe Cross, Joe the Juicer. Filmmaker of Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead RHP #041: Paul De Gelder, Motivational Speaker and Shark Attack Survivor RHP #062: Emily Penn, Earth Changer, Ocean Conservationist, Artist, Plastic researcher and Assailant, Founder of Running eXXpedition RHP #105: Frank Solomon, Pro Big Wave Surfer, Lifesaver, Adventurer, Professional Travelling Surfer, Nomadic Explorer, Environmental Ocean Activist
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Feb 26, 2020 • 16min

Superhumanship#21 - Social Stigma’s and Loving Relationships - Becoming a Better Human

Superhumanship, is a bonus podcast series which we run, helping you navigate day to day life and preparing you to be another ridiculously awesome human. Each week, we discuss and disseminate the top few pearls of wisdom shared by our previous weeks guest. We believe that in this day and age, we are all leaders and people of influence, on varying scales. Therefore, we need to adapt and realise that we have this amazing opportunity to take responsibility, by contributing positively to society, and in-turn making ourselves better humans, both individually and collectively!!! This week we spoke about… Dealing with eating disorders The increase of suicides in teenagers The influence of social media on perceived happiness Skin products and taking care of what we put on our skin Knowing pre-dispositions in relation to your health How much our looks affect us How to feel good but not be obsessed Giving our best selves to our partners Setting your relationships up to win Creating boundaries and rituals to give partners space Delivering your message correctly Music By The Bambuseae Rhythm Section - Check them out here Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? We know this is always a big one to ask and you hear it a million times but anything you can do to help us get our podcast out there into the ether will be massively appreciated! Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Soundcloud | Google Play | TuneIn | iHeartRADIO | Follow us on: Website | YouTube | Medium | Instagram | FaceBook | Twitter | LinkedIn |
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Feb 19, 2020 • 1h 40min

RHP#109. Casey Schmidt, Motivational Speaker, Blogger, Coach of Mom’s, Woman Whisperer, and Founder of Cup Of Casey

Motivational Speaker. Blogger. Coach of Mom’s. Woman Whisperer. Psychology of Eating Expert. Adolescent Motivator. Smiler. Founder of Cup Of Casey. Our Podcast guest this week, Casey Schmidt, was heavily influenced by the relationship she had with her parents and sisters. She was fortunate to have spent a few good years with her father before tragedy struck when he passed away at forty-five years old, from stage four lung cancer, even though he had not smoked since before she was born. Casey, is the youngest of three sisters. Growing up, she remembers her mom and sisters doing a lot more things together, especially around big events like homecoming. She had also always wished she could be thin like her sisters… So she started off on a very normal diet, just being conscious of what she was eating. She also became a really good swimmer, and would practice twice a day. At some point during that summer, Casey stopped controlling the diet, and the diet started controlling her. She remembers it feeling really scary because she had turned into someone that she had never known before. She didn't recognise herself by the fact that she was super withdrawn, didn't want to go out, was lying to her Mom all the time, and was covering up of her whereabouts to her dad and family. She was also covering up her eating disorder. From personally experiencing such tragedy and pain in those early teenage years, to now teaching kids herself, she is inspired and excited to let kids know that they are not invisible. They are not alone with their thoughts, fears and anxiety. Casey sees it as her goal to provide a psychological toolbox of tips, tricks and strategies to navigate life, and hopefully provide social support and emotional structure to weather all the storms that come their way, and ultimately live happier, and healthier lives.  Like many of us going through teenage hood and puberty, she suffered with bad skin. From a young age, Casey always wanted to be either a dermatologist or make-up artist. Now, Casey, works for a well-renowned skin care and make-up brand. She loves to make women feel better about their skin and encourages them to use safe and clean make-up and skin products, because what we put on our skin every single day has a huge impact on our overall health. Amongst the most important things in Casey’s life are her relationships. The relationships she has with her husband and kids are where she focuses the large majority of her time, and makes sure that she is 100% present with them whilst in their company.  What is the key ingredient to make a relationship work and thrive? Communication. Something which Casey and her husband remind themselves of and practise each and every day. Instead of jostling for positions and attention when they meet after a day's work, they give each other time to hug it out before saying what is on their mind. A big mantra of her’s is that it's all in the delivery of what you are trying to communicate. You can say the same thing, either kindly or impatiently, and each one will get you completely different reactions. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. Let’s find out what it means for Casey Schmidt, to be Ridiculously Human.  Your fellow beings, Craig and Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Casey Schmidt: Website | Instagram | FaceBook | YouTube |  Other relevant points discussed and mentioned:   Greenwashing Beauty Counter - Skin Products Environmental Working Group - EWG Book - Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus People Discussed Oprah Winfrey Places Mentioned Chicago, Illinois Music By The Bambuseae Rhythm Section - Check them out here The Simon Van Gend Band - Check them out here Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? We know this is always a big one to ask and you hear it a million times but anything you can do to help us get our podcast out there into the ether will be massively appreciated! Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Soundcloud | Google Play | TuneIn | iHeartRADIO | Follow us on: Website | YouTube | Medium | Instagram | FaceBook | Twitter | LinkedIn | Pinterest | Related Podcasts You Might Enjoy RHP #007: Eva Claire Marseille, Boeing 747 Pilot and First Officer. Fly with Eva RHP #027: Rosie Millen, Founder of Miss Nutritionist and Adrenal Fatigue Specialist RHP #077: Camille Knowles, Health Coach, Author, Natural Chef, Eczema Conqueror, Smiler and Founder of The Beauty Of Eczema RHP #089: Kate Swoboda, Author, Coach, Habit Queen, Kate Courageous, Founder of Your Courageous Life
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Feb 12, 2020 • 17min

Superhumanship#20 - Education and Artful Ageing - Becoming a Better Human

Superhumanship, is a bonus podcast series which we run, helping you navigate day to day life and preparing you to be another ridiculously awesome human. Each week, we discuss and disseminate the top few pearls of wisdom shared by our previous weeks guest. This week we spoke about… Homeschooling, micro-schooling, independent and community learning Why education is an absolute necessity for all The negative consequences of no access to education Education being a luxury The convergence of skills and experiences later on in our lives The difficulty of not knowing what to do with your life Kierkegaard and the dizziness of freedom  Re-inventing yourself at 50 years old The idea around artful ageing Dealing with your limiting beliefs and rejection Music By The Bambuseae Rhythm Section - Check them out here Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? We know this is always a big one to ask and you hear it a million times but anything you can do to help us get our podcast out there into the ether will be massively appreciated! Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Soundcloud | Google Play | TuneIn | iHeartRADIO | Follow us on: Website | YouTube | Medium | Instagram | FaceBook | Twitter | LinkedIn |
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Feb 5, 2020 • 1h 49min

RHP#108. Lisa Betts-LaCroix, Speaker, Dance Performer, Artful Ager, and Host of Super Power U Podcast

Writer. Speaker. Dance Performer. Empowered Phoenix. Entrepreneur. Independent and Community Learning Advocate. Artful Ager. Silver Fox. Host of Super Power U Podcast. It’s not until you leave school that you actually realise how freakin’ awesome it is. It’s also not something to be taken for granted. There are children in the world who never get to experience the luxury of education, and would do absolutely anything to be able to afford a school uniform so that they are allowed to attend school. Our Podcast guest this week, Lisa Betts-LaCroix, is a huge advocate for empowered living and independent and community-based learning. Lisa was born in Canada, and grew up into a highly community-orientated and performance-oriented family. She identifies as mixed race, having a rather eclectic heritage of Japanese and French Canadian ancestors. Lisa was a theatrical girl, and remembers going to the theatre school with her dad and a deposit cheque in her hand ready to join. Her fear and limiting beliefs forced her to tear up the cheque and drive off....The irony is that she left traditional university two years later to go back to become an actor!  Acting is a very challenging world which she took on as a martial arts act, dealing with the challenge of how to stay your centred self with all the blows. She moved to the US in 1995 for pilot season in Los Angeles and was expecting to hate it, but fell in love with California. Lisa enjoyed a successful acting career, appearing in many well-known shows.  After having her first child, quitting acting, and joining her husband's tech business, they were destined for San Francisco...which she really didn’t want to do. However, she did convince him to sell everything, move into a big RV, and head off on the road. After a few twists and turns in her own career she eventually focused her energy on building communities that support parents and families with high ability, divergent thinking kids, who didn’t fit into the brick and mortar school model. Her newfound passion evolved over the years and she ended up co-founding a large network of 400+ families, educating kids in the SF Bay area.  In 2014, she experienced a serendipitous moment while walking past a ballroom dance studio, and peeking in to see a bunch of Latin teenagers who were dancing away. Eight months later, she plucked up the courage to attend her first class. A year later, at 50 years old, she decided to compete and earned herself a title of World Champion Pro-Am American Rhythm Ballroom dancer! This is a lady embracing everything life has to throw at her, and she is not afraid to stand up and face it head-on, by constantly re-inventing herself and her career. She has dealt with the hiccups confidently and gracefully, including growing out her naturally stunning grey locks and wearing them with pride and a beautiful smile. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. Let’s find out what it means for Lisa Betts-LaCroix, to be Ridiculously Human.  Your fellow beings, Craig and Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Lisa Betts-LaCroix: Website | Instagram | FaceBook | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn | Pinterest | Super Power U Podcast: Other relevant points discussed and mentioned:   Podcast Movement 1988 Japanese Canadian Redress Redress of African-Americans for Slavery Acting Pilot Season People Discussed The Mamas and the Papas Seth Godin Music By The Bambuseae Rhythm Section - Check them out here The Simon Van Gend Band - Check them out here Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? We know this is always a big one to ask and you hear it a million times but anything you can do to help us get our podcast out there into the ether will be massively appreciated! Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Soundcloud | Google Play | TuneIn | iHeartRADIO | Follow us on: Website | YouTube | Medium | Instagram | FaceBook | Twitter | LinkedIn | Pinterest | Related Podcasts You Might Enjoy RHP #016: Melissa Monte, Hostess of the Mind Love Podcast RHP #023: Erin Bailey, Founder of E-Bailey Fitness and Consulting. Viral Blogger RHP #040: Pamela Gay, PhD Astronomer and Astronomy Cast Host RHP #048: Fei Wu, Podcast Host, People Connector, Entrepreneur, Freelance Digital Marketer. Founder of Feisworld

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