Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life
Episodes
Humility Doesn't Equal Shame
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you for your patience with me as I'm a little later posting this today; I wanted to let it 'simmer'! LEt's talk about what humility is and isn't...
Be A Warrior In A Garden
26 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why do you listen to this podcast? Do you ever get frustrated because I don't just tell you what to think or do? Why is that?!?!? I'll explain and use...
Merry Christmas!
25 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I am incredibly grateful to you! Thank you for being loyal listeners. Can you help me spread the Christmas cheer? I'll tell you how. Enjoy! Michelle@G...
Detatchment
24 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What are your attachments? The things or people you think you can't live without? OR the things you think you have to have to be happy? What if that w...
Let's Be Selfish Together
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In a previous episode, we talked about the 3 levels of selfishness. What would happen if we took the time to examine which level of selfishness is sho...
Water Dream
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'd like to share with you a dream I had last night about water and how it relates to your life and mine. Enjoy! [email protected]
Growing Boundaries
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How are you doing with boundaries in the holiday season? Do you feel like you have no boundaries? Do you feel like you have too many boundaries? Let's...
4 Seasons Meditation
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll share with you a simple meditation that can bring you more peace and even a message or lesson. Get yourself into a relaxed position and see what ...
Resting = Doing
19 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Somewhere we humans picked up the belief that resting is bad and working is good. What if that's not right? Let me explain! [email protected]...
Relationship Release
18 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Working with people is challenging. What if you could remove that challenge? I can hear you now, "But, Michelle, that's not possible!" Maybe not... bu...
Attachment & Preference: What's The Difference?
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Attachment causes pain and suffering. Preferences are really fun. How can we design a life that is FULL of fun preferences without getting caught up i...
What Kind of FIRE Do You Have Right Now?
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about FIRE! I'm so excited to finally share this teaching with you! I'll talk about different kinds of fire/energy and how that applies to ...
You Can Only Change What You Understand
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Pause > Notice > Awareness Increase> Understanding > Choice > Change This is THE cycle for ANY change in your life. Without understandi...
Happy Birthday To ME!
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today is my birthday! I want to share with you 7 gifts I would give you if I could and encourage you to take ONE of these and share them with the worl...
FEAR & LOVE
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever fall into being a difficult/challenging person for yourself or others? Do you struggle with some of your personal and/or professional rela...
3 Types of Selfishness
12 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Can a person ever have a truly, 100% of the time, altruistic moment? What if every one of us, all the time, is selfish? If that's true, how can one de...
LOVE Is For ALL
11 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do with a difficult or challenging person? What about an enemy? What does LOVE do with these people? How can we make sure OUR expression o...
What Are You Shooting For?
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Often, when we are trying to reach a goal, we freak ourselves out by our thoughts about the goal. What would happen if you show up every day and do ju...
Got Bliss?
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
People often ask, "Michelle, how can a person reach that state of bliss or peace you always talk about?" Well, it's not about a destination! I'll expl...
Wind & Sun
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The wind and sun got together one day for a competition. Who do you think won? I'll tell you a short story and tease out two different ways to get a j...
Cocoon Paradox
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll be honest with you, lately, I've been in a funk! Stuck. Feeling weird. I know I'm in a cocoon, changing from one form to another. I'll share what...
3 Most Difficult Things for Humans
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll share with you the 3 things that are even more difficult than climbing a tall mountain, swimming long distances, or getting a Ph.D. and EVERYONE ...
BEING Before Action
05 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A local community near us in Michigan experienced a school shooting this week with fatalities. Everyone is feeling it. The shock has worn off and many...
Are You Overfunctioning?
04 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel overwhelmed or overburdened? Do you find yourself taking on more than you can handle? Do you have past expectations of yourself or others ...
Barriers Are Not Boundaries
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Boundaries are a conscious choice to stay in your own power and still connect with others. Barriers, on the other hand, are usually unconscious ways t...
How Much Power Do You Have?
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have an insatiable need for power, authority, and control? Chances are you'd say, "Mo, of course not!" but maybe you do... Do you have 'enough'...
Write Your Own Story!
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like you're living in a book that someone else wrote? Do you find yourself saying the same things your parents used to say or repeati...
Morning Cleansing Ritual
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all have our morning ritual for physical hygiene. Let's talk about a simple 3-step ritual for spiritual, mental, and emotional hygiene. Listen, pra...
Law of Consistency
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I've had several people ask me about systems, processes, and how to be more consistent and accountable. I recently recorded a lesson for our Empowered...
I'm Coming Home!
28 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is brought to you in a cavernous room on the side of the highway while I wait for my family to finish 'resting'. I'm done with this trip ...
Definition of Help
27 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll tell you a crazy family story and tease out what it means to actually help someone. On our way to an escape room experience, I truly wanted to es...
Thanksgiving 'Stories'
26 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My family uses holiday gatherings as a showcase for what can be considered one of the greatest storytelling comedy shows ever! They never miss a chanc...
Happy Thanksgiving
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll explain how to use two separate methods to go deeper: thankfulness and gratitude. Enjoy and Happy Thanksgiving! [email protected]
Turn Your Crumbs Into A Buffet
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like a part of your life is not working well? That you're just getting by, surviving, or hoping for the next table scrap to keep you ...
3 Dangerous Assumptions
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our underlying assumptions about life drive our behavior and results. There are 3 assumptions that, when left unchecked, can be dangerous for you. I'l...
2 Different Types of Thinking
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is are you more logical or intuitive? Verbal or visual? Factual or creative? I'll explain the value of each type of thinking, and how we can use both ...
Remember Your Successes
21 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever find yourself struggling with your current problems? Have you forgotten the successes that you've had in life? I'll explain how you can co...
Go Deeper
20 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'm on another retreat! I'll share a little bit about where I am and why. I'll talk about how you can go deeper with others in your life, whether in y...
Start Meditating Now
19 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Don't wait to start an activity that brings you peace, joy, and help until you need it. Start developing those habits now. I'll explain why! Michelle@...
You Have To Go Through It
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes life gives us a lot to take care of at 1 time. How do we get through it? I'll share one change in thinking that can really make the differen...
I'm still alive!
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I haven't forgotten you! I'm still alive! I've been down with a fever for the past few days, and I'm back! [email protected]
Simple Self-Coaching Chart
13 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes I get blurry in my thinking and need to readjust. I often use this simple technique that takes 1 sheet of paper and about 10 minutes. I'll s...
What's Your Relationship with Grief & Loss?
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many people I work with want to ignore, avoid, or discount the role of grief and loss in life trying to favor 'nicer' things to feel like joy and peac...
Simplicity Drives Deep Change
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Goal setting is SO easy! Goal attainment, on the other hand, not so much! What keeps some people from achieving their goals while others have massive ...
Fear Is Coming For You Soon!
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to become a fear fighter! I'll share a short teaching I do with my one-to-one coaching clients about the growth and change process. Fear is ...
Find Your Fear, Find Your Desire
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most people try to avoid fear or run away or fight it. In reality, fear has a LOT of treasure for us. When we confront our fear and apply the law of o...
Deep Gratitude
07 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There's no teaching lesson for today, I just want to express my deep gratitude for each of you! Enjoy! [email protected]
When Does Intuition Start?
06 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We have another question from a listener about intuition. When does it start? Well, I think my answer will surprise you. Enjoy! [email protected]
Humble Empowerment
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you step into your own power without being a jerk to others? Well, I'm glad you asked! Let's talk about just that. Enjoy! [email protected]
Unconditional Love Requires Detatchment
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling to love yourself and/or others unconditionally? Not sure how to do that? Well, there are many expressions but there's one thing tha...
WHO is more valuable?
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's important to ask this question from time to time in your work, home, and servant relationships. I'll share three examples and ask you some reflec...
Quality of Intuitiove Guidance
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You can get intuitive guidance from many sources, tools, and methods. However, how 'good' is it? This episode is to answer questions that have popped ...
What Others Think of You Is Non of Your Business
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy! [email protected]
TRUSTING Yiur Intuition
31 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll answer several questions I've received about trusting your intuition. Enjoy! [email protected]
Intuition Development
31 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how to be more in touch with your intuition? I'll share a few things I taught to the group here in NC during an intuitive guida...
Breathing For the st Time
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll share an experience with you I had here in North Carolina at a retreat. I learned how to breathe in a very different way! I'll talk about what it...
Open & Curious
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'm on the road again! I'm in Brevard NC for a few days. Let's talk about expectations and living arrangements! [email protected]
Move Through Your Wounds
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our wounds can keep us stuck in life. When one becomes aware of their wounds they can step forward into greatness or get stuck and live in a bad place...
Don't Resent the Teacher
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all go through tough stuff in life. However, the tougher the challenge, issue, problem the better the teacher! Most people begin to resent the teac...
Danger Leaves Clues
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever find yourself dealing with a problem, issue, r challenge and wonder how you got there? Whenever I work with someone, they usually come to ...
Celebrate Destruction
24 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What in your life is not serving you well? Maybe a bad habit, bad relationship, or a draining job? Maybe it's a good relationship or job but it's not ...
Be The Merciful One
23 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I got a glimpse of the news today for the first time in a LONG time and one thing I know for sure is, we need more mercy. For ourselves and others, es...
What Brings You Joy? DO THAT!
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you in a transition or a phase where you know you don't want what you have but aren't sure what you do want? Maybe you're looking at a career or r...
5 Stages of Spiritual Development
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Evelyn Underhill does a great job of explaining the stages of spiritual development. In this episode, I'll explain the 5 stages AND how they connect t...
What's My Purpose?
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You'd be amazed at how many times I hear this question! Many people want to understand what their calling/mission/big why is for their life. It's actu...
Defense = Attachment
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When we find ourselves defending a position, for ourselves and/or others, it signifies an attachment. This is not necessarily a bad thing, however, if...
Multi-Sensory Journaling
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Journaling is by far one of the best and most powerful ways to understand your thinking, change your thinking, and bring you peace. I've used this tec...
Movement Meditation
17 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever tried meditation and it just doesn't 'work' for you, you're not alone! Many people have trouble calming their thoughts and being still....
Oatmeal Man
16 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll start with a short story about something that plagues us all: seeking approval/love and making others happy. When we truly examine our own lives ...
Leave The Dead
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is dead or dying in your life? What if you could have more energy in your life? Jesus said, "Leave the dead and get on with life>" I'll explai...
What Is Thinking?
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll explain the 5 major types of thinking that we cover in this podcast and focus on ONE that is insidious and sneaky and can really control the outc...
The Obvious Is Never The Whole Truth
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most humans are run by illusions and you and I are no exception! However, the truth is living silently inside us, waiting for us to take a journey and...
12 Universal Laws: The Highlights
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We recently ended our 90-day experience learning and applying the 12 Universal Laws. It was an amazing time of discovery and encouraging one another. ...
WIN X 3
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like others might win but YOU lose out? Maybe at work or home? Or maybe you feel like your boss gets a win at your expense? I'll expl...
How Can I Read Faster?
10 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Maybe you're like me and you have constant book suggestions from others with very little time to read! Let me introduce to you a simple and profound m...
What Is The Meaning of Life?
09 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We'll answer that question in about 20 minutes! Well, maybe not... I will share with you 3 points that might help you have a more rich, deep, abundant...
4 Levels of Being
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll explain the four levels of being. But, please know, this episode isn't for everyone! Not everyone will understand what I'm talking about and that...
What's the Difference Between Religion & Spirituality?
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I get asked this question a LOT! I'll explain it here in very simple terms. Also, please note, neither approach is right/wrong, good/bad; they are bot...
Who/What Are You Devoted To?
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is devotion? I'll explain what it is and where we seek it in your life. Examine who and what you're devoted to, how it shows up in your life, how...
Last Rites Every Day
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Last rites are generally given right before you die. They help you do some pretty important things. However, there's no reason you should wait until t...
"Spiritual Schizophrenia"
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like you're in a place of chaos, confusion, and unbalance? Especially in regards to your emotions? I'll explain what this idea of spi...
The Power of Choices
03 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a lesson I recently did for the Empowered Leaders Membership Group on the power of choices. Let's talk big picture here. If you'd like to join...
A Different Take On People Pleasing
02 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I've had 3 people ask me this week if people-pleasing can be a good thing. Let's talk about what people-pleasing is and why we do it and what is its o...
Are You Attached?
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The better questions might be, "WHAT are you attached to?" The human condition creates attachments with people, places, ideas, beliefs, habits, and mo...
I'm Traveling Again
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Just a quick update. Enjoy!
What Do I Do With A Bully?
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why do we have bullies in this world and what can we do about it? Maybe your bully shows up in the board room, or the bedroom, or the bar on the weeke...
Is It REST Or AVOIDANCE?
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I had a tough week last week! Fear got the best of me! I thought I was resting, but really I was avoiding... I'll explain the difference. Enjoy! Miche...
Be A Safe Harbor
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The world has enough people bringing negativity, correction, and an "I told you so" attitude. What we need more of is people who create a safe place f...
Who Has Authority Over You?
26 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we think others have authority over us. Sometimes we think we are our own authority. And sometimes we neglect to think about the authority t...
Stress in Transitions
25 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'm convinced that we humans don't handle transitions very well. But, when we do, life is so much easier. This is a recording I did for our Empowered ...
Are You Stuck In A "Group"?
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are all a part of many groups: family, work, church, community, etc. But what causes some people to get 'stuck' in a group and not progress or grow...
The Secret Behind Intuitive Abilities
23 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I often get asked questions about developing your intuitive abilities, listening to that still small voice. I've realized over time that there is one ...
Tips for Dealing With Lower Awareness People
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever encounter folks with a lower awareness level than you? They seem to not understand or have the same perspective? Maybe you could say they ...
Do You Want Healing Or A Lesson?
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You might think you know the answer to that question but, wait, let me explain! Sometimes we want relief but we avoid the underlying issue. I'll share...
Call Your Power Back
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are born with a sense of personal power. We learn over time what to do with that power. Some of us magnify it and point ourselves and others in dan...
Do You Fall Well?
19 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I learned a lesson about falling years ago when I had a stroke. This can be applied to any failure, mistake, or fall. Examine your relationship with f...
Are You FOR Me or Against Me?
18 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Building your knowledge and skill base of personality styles, communication, and relationship building is key for a successful and abundant life. Howe...
Wyoming Reflection
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'll explain the process that brought me to beautiful Wyoming this past week, some things I learned, and the power of reflection to make your life bet...
Pain Is Not A Problem
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Humans tend to look at pain as a problem that we need to get rid of or limit. But what if the pain is something entirely different? I'll tell you what...
In the Mountains
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'll explain the 'reasoning (i.e. weirdness) that called me to the mountains and how I learned to listen to that voice. What weirdnes...