Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life

What's the "Right" Spiritual Practice?

16 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I get asked this question a LOT! What's better: prayer, meditation, journaling, etc... well, maybe a better question is WHY do you want a spiritual pr...

Do You Really Have NO Power?

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You may find yourself in a 'powerless' situation where you feel helpless. However, I can assure you, that you are NOT powerless! How can you find your...

Dangerous Cycle

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What do the business owner who complains about their clients, the over-functioning family member, and the kids who ignore housework all have in common...

"They're driving me crazy!"

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do when difficult and/or challenging people get in your way? How do you handle it? what CAN you do? I'll share a few thoughts. Enjoy! Mich...

Are You More Flexible or Rigid? Why Does That Matter?

12 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is a follow-up from a previous episode on maturity. How much is too much or too little flexibility/rigidity? Does it really make a difference?&nb...

Don't Label Me

11 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are the labels we've been given and how do they affect our life? I'll use an analogy about maps and borders to help us understand better.  M...

Loyalty & Boundaries

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can we remain loyal to others (our family, boss, etc.) and still have good boundaries? How can we be sovereign individuals and also good group mem...

Is Your Anger A Cause Or A Symptom?

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What an intriguing question! It stumped me for a bit. I'll explain the difference between anger that's a symptom and anger that's a cause and what we ...

F.U Before Forgiveness

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

WARNING: I WILL SWEAR IN THIS EPISODE!  I'll share with you a profoundly transformative moment I had at my retreat last week. My swearing is high...

"I can't be late!"

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about the thinking that goes on behind this statement. Where did it come from? How can we use it to our advantage? [email protected] SEA...

I'm back!

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I recently attended a retreat and I have LOTS to share with you!  [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE SCRAPPY BUSINESS BUILDING GROUP

Another Adventure: CLOSED UNTIL 6/6

28 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'm getting ready to jump on another plane for an adventure with like-minded people in Virginia Beach. I can't wait! Historically, I take you with me ...

Asking & Receiving Help

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'll share a scenario that happened with 4 characters. What is YOUR relationship to asking, giving, and receiving help? My 1 shift in awareness change...

The Tingle Factor

26 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our brains are amazing! What are you doing to grow YOUR brain? I'll share with you some of the most simple and easy ways to grow your neurons and enac...

A Heart Throbbing with Life

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What makes your heart throb with life? How much of a normal day do you focus on those things? How can we be 'throbbing with life' even in the most dif...

Relationships Aren't for The Weak!

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Unless you live in seclusion and never interact with another person, you know, peopling is sometimes challenging! I'll explain a few people that seem ...

Nothing Needs To Be Fixed!

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What is 'broken' in your life right now? What if it wasn't broken and didn't need to be fixed? Bare with me! Just listen- this might change your life!...

Mental Flexibility vs. Mental Rigidity

22 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How flexible is your thinking? Can you do yoga or barely touch your 'toes'? Let's talk about the difference between general and specialized knowledge ...

Emotional Flexibility vs. Emotional Poverty

21 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How emotionally rich are you? One thing is for sure, you're level of emotional flexibility determines your peace and success in life!  Michelle@G...

Wisdom vs. Physical Power

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you're young you have more physical power than wisdom. Hopefully, that changes over time! Let's chat about that! [email protected] SEARCH ENGI...

Value Others Deeply

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about the first sign of psychological maturity: socializing and putting others first vs. sexualizing and going after pleasure. Where do you...

4 Mindshifts for Maturity

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you know for sure whether you're 'mature'? What are the signs? Can you be sure? I'll share 4 concepts that can answer those questions for you!&...

My Favorite Affirmation

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What IS an affirmation and how do you use them? Once we know that, I'll share with you MY favorite affirmation.  [email protected] SEARCH ENGI...

My Journey with Loneliness

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Loneliness comes from not being seen or valued. I'll share my own journey with loneliness and how it's changed over time. I'll also encourage you to c...

Alone: Busy or Depressed?

15 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when we turn our loneliness inside out or outside in? How does that affect our lives? Enjoy! [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE SCRAPPY B...

4-Second Cure for Loneliness

14 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Really?!? Can you really cure loneliness in 4 seconds? Yep! I'll explain how.  [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE SCRAPPY BUSINESS BUILDING GROUP...

The Dance of Loneliness

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We'll add to our last couple of episodes on loneliness. I LOVE my alone time. AND I LOVE my people time. But I've learned that! I'll share a bit of wh...

Comparing "Alone" & "Lonely"

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What's the difference between being alone and lonely and how can we use them to our advantage? Use them both to learn, connect, and grow!  Michel...

7 Steps to Developing A Fear of Success

11 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'll share with you the 7 steps to how someone develops a fear of success. Why?!? Know how it was developed in you and change the cycle! Enjoy! Michel...

Do You Trust Yourself?

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you trust yourself or do you find yourself spending a lot of time self-criticizing? Where does that come from? I'll explain! [email protected] S...

What Does It Mean to "KNOW" Something?

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever thought about what it means to know something? I'll talk about several different kinds of knowing and how you and I might think about th...

Under Pressure

08 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pressure can be viewed as positive or negative. We can learn how to use pressure to our advantage. At the very least, we can learn to release the pres...

Spice of Life Reflection

07 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'm going home today! I've been here at a conference for a few days and I'm feeling reflective. I'll explain what I've appreciated about being here an...

Ph.D. Day!

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today is day 2 of the conference and I've got a busy day ahead. I'll explain. Also, if you're interested in my Ph.D. research, feel free to follow the...

We're Traveling! 2 Conference Sessions

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'm in Grand Rapids, MI at a state-wide conference. I'll explain my VERY busy day today and the two sessions I get to present. If you'd like to plug i...

Dashed Expectations

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Almost daily, we have a chance to examine our disappointments and dashed expectations. How do we do that? How do we use them for our benefit? I'll exp...

Suffering: You Don't Have to Anymore!

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I've viewed several Facebook posts lately that talk about suffering in life is inevitable. Hmm, I don't think so. I'll explain! [email protected] S...

Coaching & Cats

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

My friend, Charles, said something about his cats the other day that made me think about why some people have results with a coach/mentor and some don...

Simple Meditation AFTER Thinking Activities

01 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I've been asked to 'boil it down' a bit in reference to this week's thinking activities. So here is a post-it note version of the reflection you could...

Thinking Activity #4

30 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The last one, I promise! You've now examined your thinking about things, events, situations, and problems. What about people? Is it the same process? ...

Thinking Activity #3

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you haven't listened to the last two episodes, please do that before moving on. Today we'll go a bit farther and talk about the lawful process of c...

Thinking Activity #2

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We'll go a bit deeper today and extend our activity from yesterday. What in the world IS this thing I'm looking at?!? Enjoy! [email protected] SEAR...

Thinking Activity #1

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

AS the title suggests, we're going to start a series of thinking activities. I hope to get you thinking about mundane things in a new way, in an effor...

True Essence Meditation

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is a powerful meditation that MUST NOT BE USED when you're doing something active. Please stay safe. Enjoy! [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE SC...

1 Belief Can Change Everything

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I recently had a shift in thinking, behaving, and my results. I'll share how my AHA moment came to be and what tool I used to help change just one bel...

Crazy Travel Observations

24 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'm flying home today which means... I will witness the good, bad, and ugly of humans in the airport. I'll share a great conversation I had with my Ly...

Nashville Day #1

23 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'm here in sunny and HUMID Nashville TN for an event. I'll share with you a couple of interesting things that happened on my journey and what I've le...

Another Adventure

22 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'm going on another adventure today. Where am I going and what am I doing? I'm glad you asked! ;)  [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE SCRAPPY BU...

Do You Eat Meat?

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I LOVE to eat meat! Maybe you don't. And that's okay! Let's talk about preferences and how we can have them, keep them, and allow others to have them ...

My Last PQA!

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrate with me! I just finished some work that has been instrumental in my life and I'm ready for the NEXT step. LEt's talk about how to get gratef...

7 Levels of Generosity

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is another in our series of Awareness lessons. Let's talk about giving/generosity. Find out which level you're on right now and what you ...

What's Real?

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What's the difference between REAL and IMAGINED? "Michelle, come on, everyone knows that!" Really? Does your BRAIN know that? I'll explain! Michelle@G...

I Am A Powerful Creator & You Are Too!

17 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

HAppy Easter! In the spirit of the day, let's talk about how you can resurrect and renew your life and go into a better future. You are a powerful cre...

Let Them (and you!) Out Of The Box

16 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When we judge someone or something, we place them (and us) in a box. Let's talk about that process and another option. When we release them from our s...

What You Want Is Here Now

15 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What would you like in life? More money, health, wealth, a better job, better relationships? Why do you want that thing? What if you could have exactl...

Daily Peace Development

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

WARNING: This lesson isn't for everyone! I'll share 5 things we can do every day to create more peace in our life. They are simple, but not easy. Try ...

Do You Expect Love?

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What you expect, you get! What are you expecting from your day today? I'll show you how one small change to your thinking can make all the difference....

What Exactly IS Resilience?

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I've heard various definitions of resilience and some of them are really lacking... let's talk about what it is and how you can make the MOST of a dif...

Crucial Conversations

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we have to have some crucial conversations with people in our life. I'll share 3 things to think about BEFORE a crucial conversation that wi...

My Current Life Lesson

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Alright, let me be real with you! I often share lessons, research, theories, examples, and stories, ask a TON of questions and probably annoy you a lo...

Rest or Release?

09 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"I'm so tired!" How do you know the difference between needing a vacation or self-care and overhauling your life/stepping into your power? I'll share ...

Advocators Unite!

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a person who stands up for social justice issues? Do you advocate for yourself or another or a group on any issue of concern? Let me share wit...

Is My Mentor A Cult Leader?

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ful disclosure: some of my thoughts here were informed by fever and several Netflix documentaries- listen responsibly! ;) No, really, this is good stu...

Let Those Thoughts Keep Moving!

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A small cloud has two 'choices': dissipate or build energy. Just like our thoughts. We can let them pass through or let them build energy.  Miche...

"I'm sick." On Facebook

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'll share with you an interesting phenomenon that happened to me this weekend on Facebook and how that applies to awareness in ALL areas of life. Enj...

Balance In Transition

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you handle transitions? I can assure of you this, your relationship and thinking about transitions determines how you get through them. Out of ...

Missed Yesterday- A Quick Update

03 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A big thank you to those of you who reached out yesterday to say I missed an episode. Yep, I sure did! I was feeling a bit under the weather. So, here...

Ditch the Apology Sweater!

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How have you made yourself less than or apologized for yourself in your past and in your present? Let's talk about some examples and what in the world...

Toxic Shame Is Not Humility

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What is toxic shame? What is humility? How are they different and how do they run your life? Let's explore... [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE SCRAP...

Dashboard Mentoring

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you're mentoring someone at work to take on some projects or a child at home to do their chores, I'll explain a simple way to categorize what ...

Abuse Is NOT A Learning Tool

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let me be clear: life hands us a LOT of situations that can be challenging to teach us lessons. AND, abuse is not one of them! I'll clarify and give y...

2 Methods of Creation

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are only two methods of creation: default and design. I'll share what each one is and how it shows up in your life and teach you a simple (but n...

Manifesting Isn't A Big Deal!

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Manifesting isn't a big deal, it's not a secret, everyone is always doing it, and you don't have to pay someone $3,000 to teach you how to do it- I'll...

Constant Creation: Make It Good!

26 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are constantly creating every moment of our life. We give value and power to people, things, events, and experiences. When we notice the value we g...

Bad Apple & Crucial Conversations

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is a longer episode than normal and it's a lesson I recorded recently for the Empowered Leaders Membership group. We talk about people on the tea...

Easy Love

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have anyone in your life that brings a certain amount of drama, distress, or problems with them? Do you find it hard to be with them and show t...

Shuddering Shadows

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What reoccurring problems do you experience that you just can't get rid of? Maybe a health issue? Money? Relationships? Career? Let's talk about what'...

Pay Attention To Your Own Suitcase

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We all have certain things in our suitcase of life: experiences, knowledge, options, etc. How do YOU handle what's in another person's suitcase? I'll ...

Lovingly Abide With Your Creations

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are creators! We are creating things all day every day. How we interact with our creations, the good, the bad, and the ugly, determines what else w...

A Willow Tree as Teacher

19 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We can learn a LOT through observing nature. One of my favorite trees is the willow or weeping willow tree. It has a fascinating way of being that can...

Our Deepest Desire

18 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What is our deepest desire and how can we have that thing, regardless of circumstances and situations in life? I'm glad you asked! ;) I'll explain! An...

3 Ways to Awareness

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We have three options for dealing with feelings to increase our awareness. I'll share what those three options are and when each is appropriate for us...

Fear of Change

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Change is not the problem! The FEAR of change can be crippling! Life is all about change. Our relationship to change determines what kind of life we h...

Feelings Are Our Best Friends

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We often try to ignore or avoid our feelings. I know I have in the past! However, our feelings are great messengers and can help us have a more fulfil...

300 m Hurdles

13 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you experiencing a long-term challenge? Maybe a health, relationship, or career challenge? I'll share with you an epiphany I had the other day abo...

ABC's of Growth

12 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'll share with you the ABCs of growth and give you a reflective activity so you can check yourself and see where you're at with your own growth level...

3 P's of Peace

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are three things that can guarantee your peace! I'll share what they are and give you three questions to help you figure out where you are with ...

I'm Going Home!

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

My time in Sunny Florida is done! I'm on my way home today. So what are the cool things that I've learned? [email protected]

Who Is Your Cheerleader?

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have people in your life who celebrate your accomplishments and encourage you into the future? I'll share with you a special friend of mine tha...

Lead With Love

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Love works! I'll share what I mean and give a book recommendation. Love isn't woo woo, it effects your bottom line! Enjoy! [email protected]

Let Love Flow Through You ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'll share with you more of my vacation adventures. And how my morning study influenced the rest of my day. Enjoy!! [email protected]

Live Beyond What You Know

06 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'll share some traveling bloopers with you and the way I connected with my heart and then used my mind. When you connect with your heart 1st, your mi...

I'm Off On Another Adventure!

05 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'm jumping on another plane this morning. I'll explain where I'm going, why, and what I'll do there. Enjoy! [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE SCRAPP...

Hold Loosely

04 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our ego is a tricky thing. It helps us do some wonderful things AND it also tries to keep us safe, which might actually be harmful. We'll talk about t...

Inner Work: What Do I Have To Do?

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'll explain 10 OPTIONS for daily inner work that increase your peace, decrease your stress, and provide rich opportunities to learn, grow, and transf...

Problems Stretch You

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Solve the problems of today so you're ready for your problems of the future! Let's chat! [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE SCRAPPY BUSINESS BUILDING ...

Heal Your Conflict with Desire

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are some of your deep desires that others in your life have said are bad, wrong, dirty, evil, or just plain selfish? What could you do with those...

What Is Your "Duty"?

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are your normal daily duties or responsibilities? What energy do you bring to those things on your to-do list? What if those items are our second...

Desire Leads to Purpose

27 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What is your true soul purpose? Do you know? How CAN you know? I'll share 4 areas for reflection that might help. Enjoy! [email protected] SEARCH E...

I'm Back!

27 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I took a brief hiatus! I'm back! Thanks to all those who checked on me. Life got a bit crazy and chaotic and I was waiting for the right energy to sta...