Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life
Episodes
Ditch the Need for Approval With A Cup of Tea
30 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do seek approval, acknowledgment, or love from others? Of course, you do! You're human! How does that affect your relationships? LE's talk about the 4...
Two Behaviors No One Likes
29 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stop doing these 2 things in conversations with others! No one likes them! They damage your ability to connect and get the result you want. We'll talk...
See Through the Clouds
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll share a simple analogy that is very profound and can change the way you look at or think about just about anything! What are you seeking in this ...
What Is $ and What Do We Do With It?
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about money! Why do some people have it and others don't? I'll ask you several very important questions. Your answers will reveal your mone...
Everyone Has 2 Post-It Notes
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I have 2 post-it notes on my desk. One has all the 'bad' stuff that happened in my life, the other the 'good' stuff. I'd like to share a few thoughts ...
Why Do I need Others To Be Happy?
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you suffer from people-pleasing tendencies? Do you ever wonder where that came from and what to do with it? Would you like to get rid of it? I've g...
7 Levels of Self-Image
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you see yourself and others and the world around you? Your self-image really drives your life. We'll talk about how it's developed and what you...
Let Others Have Their Choice
23 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you feel when someone doesn't believe what you believe? What do you DO? Do you allow them to have their opinion even when it doesn't match your...
Approval Seeking Kills!
22 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Who would you be if you didn't need to impress anyone? What would happen if you never worried again about what someone thought of you? What would it b...
Celebrate Transitions
21 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How well do you handle transitions in life? The one thing I know is that life is full of them and to the degree that you handle them well, that's how ...
World Peace Found in the Forest
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you desire to see the world be a better place? Would you like future generations to experience more joy, happiness, and abundance than you've ever ...
How To Communicate Effectively with an Audience
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever have to give a presentation, conduct a training, or speak to an audience, whether live or on social media? I'll share three of the most im...
The Power of Loneliness
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We often think that feelings like loneliness, anxiety and worry are problems that need a quick resolution. In fact, these emotions have a hidden treas...
Do I Have An Approval Problem?
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Part of the human condition is seeking approval from others. If you don't believe me, face the 'wrong' way on an elevator and watch people lose their ...
Playground Thoughts: Are You Ready to Graduate?
16 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are 8 thoughts we develop as children, usually around ages 6-10 that some people never grow out of in their adulthood. These thoughts affect you...
What Is A Thought?
15 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If we're going to change our thinking in order to have the life we say we want, we probably need to know what a thought is, right? Let's talk about wh...
You Are Never Alone
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There's always ONE relationship that goes with you, every single moment of your life. I'll tell you what that is and how it affects your other relatio...
There Is No Finish Line
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Some people think when you get that degree or that dream job or the house and 2 kids, you've made it- you're done, there's nothing left in life. These...
Improvement: Heaven of Hell?
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What if the things we seek actually keep us from experiencing what we say we want in life? What if struggling to make more money prevents us from the ...
Forced Smile or Joyful Love?
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are two kinds of love, the forced kind that provides a quick fix and the up-from-your-gut kind that fills you for days. I'll explain our insatia...
Key to Success: Perception & Interpretation
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know there are hundreds of ways to interpret a perception about any event that happens to, through, and around you? The way YOU interpret your...
Abandon All Hope
09 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is hope and how does it relate to fear? I'll explain how we use hope to avoid pain and increase pleasure in order to ignore the present moment an...
How To Effectively Communicate In Small Groups
08 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I've had several requests this week to talk about up-leveling small group experiences in the workplace. Here are three quick tips that can make all th...
Stop Acting & Start Pausing!
07 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll share with you the importance of pausing and how it can change your life and results. I'll talk about the 3 step process to growing in your pausi...
What Is Servant Leadership?
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I've received several requests for more information on servant leadership, especially in uncertain pandemic times. I went into my vault and grabbed a ...
The Real Me Activity
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a recording of a bonus activity we did in our last round of the Spiritual Weight Loss Journey. I've had several requests for something like th...
Do I Keep Or Toss This Relationship?
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I had an epiphany this morning... I'll share the 2 approaches to growth (yes/and) (either/or). I'll talk about how we can use them both to get what we...
What Is Self-Development?
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Self-Development is NOT getting a degree, certification, or taking a course! If that's true, then what IS self-development? Well, I'm glad you asked! ...
Joke Session With Josiah & Elly
02 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
IF you'd like a few minutes of fun and humor on your day, try this 5-minute episode! My son and daughter share some of their favorite and funny (mostl...
Communicating Effectively in a 1:1 Situation
01 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself in a sticky interaction with someone and didn't know how to make it better? Maybe a sales conversation, or coaching meeti...
You Are So Rude! You Are A Rockstar! Who's Right?!?!
30 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll talk about the crazy feedback I've received this week and the 'funnel' I use to help sift through it all and figure out my next steps. If you str...
No One Has It All Together- Least Of All ME!
29 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this very short episode, I just want to remind you that I don't have it all together and neither do you and that's just fine! Actually, that's the ...
Are You Resisting OR Renouncing?
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is the difference between resisting and renouncing and how does that apply to me getting what I say I want? Well, excellent questions, and thanks...
How To Strengthen Your Attention Muscle
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Attention is the engine behind dreamwork, bringing your dreams to fruition. I'll talk about what attention is, why it's important, and how to develop ...
How To Get Whatever You Want In Life
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll explain the simplest, yet not easy, approach to getting whatever you say you want in life. It's worked for me and hundreds of my clients. If you'...
What Makes A Good Coach?
25 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I conversed with 5 people about coaches that left them feeling 'bad', 'icky', 'attacked', 'worthless', and 'ashamed'. I'd like to share wit...
Compassionate Inquiry
24 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll share an intense example of high emotions and lots of over-functioning and how a client and I were able to use the compassionate inquiry process ...
Criticism Is A Choice
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle with critical people in your life? Maybe you bring criticism to others as a form of 'help'? I'll explain what happens in our bodies an...
Creating Positive Change
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever tried to get a group of people to make a change, you know it's tough! This is a lesson pulled from our Empowered LEaders Membership Gro...
Life Is A Festival: How Are You Showing Up?
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Pythagoras once said, "Life is a festival and some people show up to compete, some to show off, some to make money, some to please others, and some to...
Have You Earned Wisdom From This Podcast?
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you earn wisdom? I'll share a simple 5 step system that will help you earn wisdom and understanding, increasing your ability to have the rich, ...
Self-Image Drives The Show!
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The way you look at yourself determines your life and results. Not happy with something in your life, let's chat! I'll explain what sub-personalities ...
Spiritual Quarantine
18 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do with someone who is clearly not showing love in the home, workplace, and/or community? How do you help them? I'll share a very simple p...
Be Willing to See Their Innocence
17 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How can you change your thinking when your kid screws up, your significant other is a jerk, or your boss dropped the ball again? I'll share one simple...
Use Your Incredible Sight For Good
16 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is a "sight system" and how does it impact me? How can I apply it to my relationships and make the world a better place? Well, I'm glad you asked...
Idle Time Is Not Your Enemy!
15 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of coaches and influencers in the business building realm are telling people they need to hustle and work 20 hours a day to make their dreams co...
Drawing to Self-Coach
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll share with you a simple and profound method of drawing that I use and teach my coaching clients how to use, in order to get in touch with your su...
7 Levels of Becoming
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In our quest to become the best and highest version of ourselves, we pass through 7 levels of awareness. Listen and ask yourself when you've passed th...
Use Your Feelings For Good
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Someone asked me, "Can you be spiritually mature and still get caught up in your feeling?" The short answer, YES! Let's flesh that out a bit. One of m...
5 Senses Meditation: Flex Your Focus Muscle
11 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We'll talk about one simple mediation or exercise that can help you flex your focus muscle. If you struggle to focus on tasks or conversations or regu...
8 Parts of YOU
10 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are 8 parts of each of us that, when aligned, make us a whole, complete, successful, and rich person. You probably know some of them and might b...
Play to Win vs. Play to Play
09 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you attend every conversation and interaction wanting to win or do you just love the 'game'? We'll talk about what that means and flesh out how it ...
A Story About A Pillow
08 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What can a pillow, a laundry basket, and post-it notes teach us about our thinking? I'm glad you asked! You might want to take a few notes for this on...
7 Levels of Symbol Development
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is a symbol and what is it here for? Let's talk about that and how you can use symbols to get in touch with your rational and feeling brains more...
Are You Awake?
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you honest with yourself? How often do you check in with your emotions? How "awake" are you? Let's talk about it! [email protected] ...
Happy Easter!
04 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Easter is a time for new beginnings. I'll share about my new beginning and ask you about yours. [email protected]
Bowling Growth
01 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'm still on vacation and we went bowling yesterday as a family. Craziness ensued, as it always does with this bunch! I'll share what I learned about ...
"Let Me Out!" Escape Room Lessons
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you put 8 related people from 3 generations into a room and give them dozens of clues and one hour to escape? Hilarious lessons ensu...
Are You Going Far or Fast?
27 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go with others. I'll flesh this out, especially as it applies to being on vacation with 8 oth...
The 5 Levels of Leadership
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever wonder where you stand as a leader? Do you want to become a leader but not sure what that entails? Maybe you've been leading for a while a...
I'm Going On Vacation!
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you for being a loyal listener and I strive to get you your daily 'fix' of content. However, I'm going on vacation. I'll check in as often as I ...
Self-Reflection & Change Questions To Ask Yourself
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is an "oldie-but-a-goodie". I taught this lesson in a course years ago and I revised it because I've received so many questions from people latel...
See Their Sameness
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you handle it when you notice someone is different than you? What about when you think someone is doing or saying something that is inappropria...
Something Will Always Go Wrong
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Something will always go "wrong". What you do when the 'wrong' comes is really important. I'll share a few things I do when something doesn't go my wa...
The Simplest Reflection Tool You'll Ever Find!
21 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What's your relationship with planning and reflection? Do you use them as a tool to grow yourself? Do you begrudgingly try them because crazy Michelle...
Don't Keep Others From Growing!
20 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today is a passionate plea to make sure you are continuously growing AND not keeping others from growing. Inputs = output. It's as simple as that...&n...
Become An Anarchist
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is anarchy? Is it really dangerous? How can I increase freedom for myself and others today? Let's chat about this and more, enjoy! Michelle@GrowB...
Be The CHANGE, Not A Meme!
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the fast-paced world of social media and memes, change is not always a deep, lasting, meaningful way of life. We'll talk about a common meme or pos...
Accountability for the Win!
17 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We hosted a live webinar on Accountability last night. How do you keep yourself accountable and help others get their stuff done while being in charge...
Questions Leaders Ask About Conflict
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I've had several questions from others about how to handle conflict when leading others. Here's an "oldie-but-a-goodie". Good leaders ask great questi...
3 Worlds
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll introduce a new topic to you today that I've not taught in public yet. There is a simple drawing to go along with it, so you may want a post-it n...
Which Door Will You Go In?
14 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are many doors we go in to gain a greater awareness about ourselves, others, and the world. We'll talk about some of the doors that might be cal...
7 Levels of Boundaries
13 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you struggle with boundaries in any part of your life, this is for you! I'll cover the 7 levels of awareness and how they relate to boundaries in r...
Whoops!
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I just recorded an AMAZING episode and then noticed I never hit the record button! AGH! Anyway, here's a few minutes with me today. Enjoy! Self-Image ...
Freedom Fighter
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The US was built on the idea that all humans deserve to operate freely and pursue whatever their definition of freedom is for them. We'll talk about w...
Greater Things
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jesus Christ mentioned in the Bible that we will do great things than He did. WHAT?!?!? He did miracles, healed people, and restored them to their com...
Elevating Others
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking to take your personal and professional relationships to the next level? Perhaps, you're interested in helping your people perform at a...
What Will You Create Today?
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The fact is, we are ALL creators! You don't have to be a 'creative person' to be creative. By our very nature, we create. We can do that in one of two...
The Crucible of Life
07 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever wonder why you have problems, issues, or challenges? I think it's a crucible trying to help us get to the best and highest version of ours...
Whoops! I forgot!
06 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I didn't get to the Podcast yesterday. I promise I'm OK! Let me explain…
Why Don't They Love Me?
04 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever expect special relationships (i.e. parents, family members, close friends) to love you more or better? Do you struggle with a boos/leader ...
Increase Your Diving Feminine Energy
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What in the world is Diving Feminine Energy and how is it helping/hurting me? I'll share this and more today. There will be a short thinking exercise ...
New Month, New You
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
March here in Michigan has been historically yucky and gloomy for me. I'll share with you a really cool experience I had with a mentor of mine and how...
Transitions & Margins
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel stressed or overwhelmed or like you have too much on your plate? I'll share with you the one key that I think can change everything f...
More Alogned In Sunny South Florida
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all have several parts of ourselves, the physical, the mental, the emotional, and the spiritual. Some of us are more aligned than others. I'll shar...
Live From Sunny South Florida!
27 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are live from Sunny South Florida. And a cameo appearance by the one and only Josh Burkhard!
Story Detox
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll explain the cycle we ALL go through when we tell ourselves a story and the consequences we naturally get from that story. Then, I'll give you 3 s...
Are Past Traps Blinding You?
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The stories we tell ourselves are running our lives! What stories do you have inside you and where did they come from? And, the better question, what ...
Love. Perspective, & A Good Laugh
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll share with you three things that will literally change your life! LEt's have some fun today! [email protected]
Are Your Patterns Helping or Hurting?
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Where do beliefs, patterns, and habits come from? How can I tell if they are helping or hurting? How can I change them to make them serve me well? Let...
Do You Enjoy Creating The World You Live In?
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle with 'negative' or 'bad' results in your life? Do you enjoy your life? I'll share a few things I've learned from young children and ho...
How Does Transformation Really Happen?
21 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle to get kids to do their chores? Maybe your team members to do their daily tasks? Perhaps, your people to put in more than a minimum ef...
Heart-Brain Connection
20 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know your heart and brain both have an individual, separate electrical system? And when they're not in alignment, we can feel pretty yucky. I'...
Feeling Jealous?
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever have that green monster rears its ugly head? Especially when you least expect it or don't want it to show up? Do you ever struggle to be h...
3 Ways To Work With Chaos
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever experience chaos, challenges, or difficulties in life? What hasn't, right?!?! I'll share with you 3 simple (yet not EASY) mindsets to cult...
Get Off The Emotional Roller Coaster
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy this replay of our webinar last night. We'll discuss emotions, energy, and how you can transform them to have the life you want. The first hour ...
Jerks Are The Best Servants!
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a follow up from yesterday. I received a lot of questions concerning forgiveness and I want to make a few clarifications. Let's talk a...
Facebook, Forgiveness, & Freedom
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I asked a question on Facebook about forgiveness and the responses were surprising! Forgiveness is the KEY to transformation and when we struggle with...
Happy Valentine's Day!
14 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you celebrate Valentine's Day? I'll explain how the Burkhard's celebrate and how we can bring LOVE into the rest of the year! JOIN US for the f...
Four Processes For Developing Discernment
13 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is discernment? How can it help me in my life? How do I develop discernment to have and be successful? The answers to these questions and more wi...