Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life
Episodes
Perception: Can I Trust It?
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is perception and can I trust it? What if I told you, "Yes and no"? Let's talk about this paradox and how it can help or hurt and how it literall...
Who Is Perfect?
06 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Your first answer might be, no one! What if I told you you ARE perfect? Let's chat! [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE Life On Purpose (NEWBIES) Life ...
What Waits for You Outside Your Prison Cell?
05 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Curious question, huh? Let's talk about the danger of the comfort zone and the illusion of fear... [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE Life On Pu...
Purpose, Vision, Goals: They Aren't What You Think!
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you setting goals? Achieving them? Feel like a hamster on a wheel? What if I could make the process of REACHING goals simpler and help guarantee t...
What Does It Mean To Live A Life ON Purpose?
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is your purpose in life? Do you know? What if I told you it's not what you think? Interested...? [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE Life On...
4 Purposes To Relationships
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are 4 purposes in any relationship. Some might fulfill only 1, some multiple. What are they and how does that help/hinder you? Let's chat! Miche...
High-Level Forgiveness
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IF YOU'VE NEVER DONE FORGIVENESS WORK BEFORE, THIS EPISODE IS NOT FOR YOU! This is a Master's Level course on forgiveness. If you've never done work w...
I'm Going On Another Adventure!
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I'll explain my new adventure and how that applies to you. Enjoy! [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE
False Power
30 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is power and who has it, especially at work or in a leadership position? I'll share several examples of power plays that arent' actually true pow...
Jealousy or Envy?
29 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What's the difference and why does it matter? One is passive and one is active. One you can use to your advantage and the other invites hurt you and o...
Energy Vampires
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You have something REALLY cool happening in your life and you tell someone you think will be happy and... they're not! Why? Why are they being a 'wet ...
Lack of Vision Leads to Imprisonment
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is 'imprisonment'? "Expecting something or someone outside of yourself to change, but not you." Why do we do this? Lack of vision! Michelle@GrowB...
Am I Selfish?
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I hope the answer is YES! Let's talk about how selfishness can actually be a virtue and how to do it well. Enjoy! [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE F...
Release to Receive
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when we hold too tightly to things, beliefs, and ways of being? How does that affect our life? Let's chat! [email protected] SEARCH EN...
Are You "Shoulding" Yourself Out of Peace?
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Should = expectation. It's not wrong or bad. It helps to understand where our 'shoulds' come from and know what our options are. We don't have to be r...
Is Michelle Really A Magician?
23 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I hear it a lot, "Michelle, you're magic!" Well, let's talk about what magic is! I'll share a peek behind the curtain so you know my 'tricks' and can ...
Meditation Isn't Wisdom!
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
MEditation and relaxation are amazing tools! AND, they don't give you wisdom! They open the door for you and you need to finish the work. Let's chat! ...
World Gt You Down?
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One thing is sure about this life, it's stressful! What makes one person have a problem with something and not another person? Let's chat about what m...
Fear to Faigh Conclusion
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We'll conclude our series on fear to faith and answer the question, "Okay, Michelle, that's great but what do I DO now?" And, I'll talk about the 7-Da...
Fear to Faith #7: Critisicm
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is the last of the 7 fears in this series. Let's chat about how the fear of criticism, blame, shame, and judgment affects us and what we can do a...
Fear to Faith #6: Hurting Others
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever make a behavior change or choose your words carefully so as to not 'hurt' someone else? People, please? Over function/caretake? Try to res...
Fear to Faith #5: Failure & Success
17 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most people understand the fear of failure and how it holds us back in life. But, did you know that the fear of success is actually more impactful? Wh...
Fear to Faith #4: Separation
16 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel a desire to be more connected to something higher than yourself? Do you ever feel like there are parts of you that you love and other...
Fear to Faith #3: Fear of Loss & The Grieving Process
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What if the loss is just a transformation? What if your loved one is always with you? What if your job, health, or wealth loss is the best thing for y...
Fear #3: Death & Dying
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a subtle fear that helps/hinders our big decisions in life. I'll explain how. Also, I'll share a very detailed account of the second time I di...
Fear #1: Not Loved, Appreciated, or Acknowledged
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This one fear runs about 80% of our day and we don't even know it! I'll explain how it runs your life, what you can do about it, and how you can help ...
Top 7 Fears
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are 7 fears that can be traced to ANY other fear in your life. When you know what they are, identify how they developed (or not!) in your life, ...
Acceptance OR Expectation?
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you accept yourself for all your weird, beautiful, uniqueness, flaws and all? How about others? At work? Home? Your level of acceptance of yourself...
Happy Birthday, Elly!
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks for your patience with me! Yesterday was Elly's bday. I'll share the importance here and some pretty cool spiritual lessons from 13 years ago. ...
Unconditional Love, From Afar
09 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is unconditional love? Can you feel it and still have boundaries? How does that relate to forgiveness and trust? What happens when the system you...
The "Fool's Role"
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who is a 'fool'? Over time, the role has had great importance. Let's talk about what the 'role' is and who plays it. When we listen closely to the 'fo...
No One Completes Me Or You!
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I had a few recent experiences that highlighted a cultural belief that needs to be examined closely. "You complete me." Is that true? Let's chat! Mich...
Don't Kill Your Idea!
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What's your idea? New business, job, health, relationship goal? I'll explain how you help and hinder your own process. You have more power than you th...
Freedom-Take 2!
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I had an interesting conversation yesterday with someone about freedom. I'll add to what we talked about yesterday. Enjoy! [email protected] SEARCH...
Freedom Day!
04 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What IS freedom and how in the world does it relate to selfishness? I'm glad you asked! Happy Freedom Day! [email protected] SEARCH ENGINE SCRAPPY ...
Thank You, Peter!
03 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A bit of a different kind of episode. Today marks 20 years of an important anniversary and I'd like to share it with you! [email protected] S...
Observe Your Choices
02 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most people see the results they get in life and blame something or someone else. But, that's not US, right?!? I'll share a simple (and not easy!) pro...
What Is Authenticity?
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Society and culture push us to conform in order to be safe, secure, and successful. However, how does that prevent us from being our true, genuine, au...
Scarcity vs. Abundance
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you convinced you're experiencing lack and have to have problems? Are you seeing the full picture? How can you be sure? Do you sabotage yourself? ...
Sub-Conscious = Water
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Sub-Conscious brain is often referred to/symbolized by water. Water is a powerful, life-giving, and sometimes destructive force. How does that app...
Robots or Rebels?
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you raising, leading, and/or caring for robots or rebels? Are you looking for compliance or self-reliance? What truly happens when you tame someth...
Which Side?
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Michelle, which side are you on?" How about none, or all...? Let's talk about free-thinking, paradoxes, and holding multiple perspectives a the same ...
Optimist OR Pessimist?
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about how pessimists are always right, optimists are always wrong, and how the world transforms based on our mindset. Enjoy! Michelle@GrowB...
No Blue Without Yellow & Orange
25 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I read a quote by Van Gogh a bit ago and it stuck with me. I know he didn't necessarily intend on my understanding of his quote, but this is also a pe...
Hanging Crepe
24 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Michelle, what in the world is a hanging crepe?!?" I'm glad you asked! I'll explain what it is, where it's used, and what that means to you. Let's ta...
What Steals Our Peace?
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Maybe the better question is, "WHO steals our Peace?" I'll share what I mean, give some great examples, and encourage you to work smarter, not harder!...
What Are Your Intentions?
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're going to a job interview, having a crucial conversation with an employee, or trying to solve a problem with another person, one thing i...
Imagination As A Source of Knowledge
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most people think imagination is about daydreaming or disassociating from reality. That's not what Albert Einstein thought! I'll share a few things ab...
Update: Post-Conference
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I attended a national conference last week where I presented my Ph.D. research. I tell you about the whole experience. Enjoy! [email protected] SEA...
Ego- vs. Soul-Centric Relationships
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's a HUGE difference between ego-centric and soul-centric relationships! I'll share with you several ways to assess each of your relationships an...
Be Free Wherever You Go!
18 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"The ultimate state of consciousness is not an aversion to this world, but the embracing of this world. There is no greater sense of freedom than to b...
How Can I Grow Faster?
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're growing in skill, an attitude, and change in behavior, or a way of being, there are 3 things that can accelerate your growth. BUT, you ...
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...