Life = Choices; Choices = Life
Episodes
Leadership Tips and Challenges
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview a fantastic coach and leader, Marcie Stern. We discuss leadership trends and current challenges, as well as Marcie's bigg...
Mental Freedom with Dr. Tina Lee Odinsky-Zec
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview one of our soon-to-be Mental Freedom certified coach, Dr. Tina Lee Odinsky-Zec. Tina is a skilled learning & developm...
Mental Freedom with Mary Rothwell
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing another of our aspiring Mental Freedom practitioners, Mary Rothwell. We discuss her experie...
Mental Freedom with Lois DaSilva-Knapton
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I get to interview a school administrator, Lois D’Silva-Knapton, about her experience with Mental Freedom. We talk about her own pe...
Mental Freedom with Teresa Greco - part 2
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Teresa Greco and I interview each other about our collective experiences with Mental Freedom principles and tools. Teresa is one of o...
Mental Freedom with Teresa Greco Part 1
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Teresa Greco and I interview each other about our collective experiences with Mental Freedom principles and tools. Teresa is one of o...
Mental Freedom with Dr. Ruby Powell
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing a friend and colleague, Dr. Ruby Powell. Dr. Powell is both a counselor and coach, who is certifi...
Mental Freedom with Rachel McElroy
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing a friend and colleague, Rachel McElroy. When I first met Rachel, she was the Director of Special ...
Mental Freedom with Sylvester Baugh
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing my friend and colleague, Sylvester Baugh. Sylvester has been using Mental Freedom in his life sinc...
The Joy of Mental Freedom
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing some coaches and counselors, who have been certified in Mental Freedom® and used it with clients...
Stress & Survival for Students
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I interview Heather Harrison and Amy Reid, both of whom are internal control psychology teachers, coaches and college professors helpi...
Intentional Total Formation with Students
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I got to interview the newly retired, Steve Hammond, about the passion that's driving him these days. Steve has created a program he ...
Social & Emotional Learning with Ed Dunkelblau
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing my friend and colleague, Dr. Ed Dunkelblau, who is the International Coordinator for the Academy f...
Managing Challenging Supervision Situations in a University Setting
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Patricia Robey, Full Professor in Psychology and Counseling at Governors State University in I...
How to Build Relationships with Students in School
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with a returning guest, Dr. Don Parker. Don is the real deal who has paid his dues in the trenches. He...
The Diversity of the DEIB Journey
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing Dr. Shaunna Payne Gold, a wonderful gift in the field of DEIB. We discussed what being an ally really...
Choice Theory® and DEI
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview my friend and colleague, Gloria Cissé. Gloria is a faculty member of William Glasser International and the co-...
Connecting for Inclusion
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Ralph Brandt, who has built a highly successful business around the topic of DEI. The RDR Group specializes in helping pe...
Zap the Gender Pay Gap
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Gwendolyn Tucker, a coach working in the area of DEI, specifically in the specialization of helpin...
Happy AF with Beth Romero
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing author, Beth Romero about her upcoming book, Happy AF. In 2020, Beth had what she describes ...
Listening for the Period
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing my friend and fellow Yellow Ribbon speaker, Sporty King. Sporty and I have been working together s...
The Enlightenment Project
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the distinct pleasure of interviewing Jonathan Robinson, the New York Times bestselling author of The Enlightenment Project and...
Hope and Healing from Sexual Trauma
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the honor to interview a high school friend and author of From Within: My Path of Hope and Healing from Sexual Abuse. One ...
Leadership Coaching with Patrick Jinks
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing an Academy of Choice graduate, Patrick Jinks, about his brand of leadership coaching. P...
How to Have a Productive Day with Leslie Shreve
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing a productivity expert, Leslie Shreve, on how to have a productive day. Leslie talks about the con...
The Paradigm Shift in Leadership
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Katherine Lazaruk, a professional presence expert, who helps women in leadership accelerate their ...
Women in Business, Personal Brands and the Importance of Choices
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Jaime Butler, a coach and consultant who says she does consultative coaching. We talked about that...
Leadership, Trust and Corporate Culture
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Lyndsay Dowd, a Top 10 Coach featured on Apple news, with a top 10% globally ranked podcast. ...
Working with the Neurodiverse Couple
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Sarah Swenson, a psychotherapist in Seattle, WA who specializes in working with neurodiverse coupl...
Co-Active Relationship Coaching
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Carolina Perez Sans, a co-active coach who works with couples and business leaders on the same typ...
Clarity before Commitment
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure to speak to a great friend of mine, best orator I know and excellent coach and counselor, Marcus "Dr. Re...
Loving through Tragedy
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Jarie Bolander, a man who has experienced loving his wife through leukemia and her eventual death...
Parenting by Understanding Personalities Involved
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, I had the pleasure of interviewing Mama Mindy Green, a delightful mother of four, who is currently a Parenting Coach. She not only ra...
Collaborative Divorce
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I interview Dr. Deb Gilman, a psychologist who works with parents and children throughout the collaborative divorce process. Dr. G...
Parenting with Purpose
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Shaker Fajer Al-Khalifa about how learning Choice Theory changed her life. We talked about what she learned, how it affec...
Navigating the College Admission Process with Your Kids
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview author and college admission consultant, Irena Smith about helping parents and students complete their college admissions...
Meet the Parenting Coach
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Nkechi Oyegwe, the Parenting Coach from Nigeria. I had read a social media post she wrote on Instagram that I agreed with...
Choice Theory in Private Therapy
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview therapist and partner in Citron Hennessey Therapy, Leonard Citron. I met Leonard after he had received his certification ...
Dreams Inspired by Hope
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Dr. Evisha Ford, a colleague and fellow member of the Professional Women's Network in Chicago's south suburbs. Evisha has...
The Myth of Chemical Imbalances-Part 2
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I continue my interview Dr. Terry Lynch, author of Beyond Prozac, Selfhood and Depression Delusion. Dr. Lynch beg...
The Myth of Chemical Imbalances-Part 1
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Dr. Terry Lynch, author of Beyond Prozac, Selfhood and Depression Delusion. Dr. Lynch began his caree...
Distinguishing Coaches from Counselors, Teachers, Mentors and Consultants
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kim talks about how to distinguish between a coach and counselors, teachers, mentors and consultants. She talks about things clients ...
Choice Coaching in Poland
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Aleksandra Piatek, my friend and colleague from Poland where she serves as an organizational psychologist, coach, trainer...
Coaching Military Members and Suicide Prevention
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I interview a mental health counselor and coach, with vast experience working with military members, Carmella Navarro, LCPC. Ms. Navarro was in charge...
Stages of Change
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kim discusses Prochasta and DiClemeti's Stages of Change model, originally developed for addictions, this model is extremely helpful ...
Writing Your Best Marriage Story
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interviewed Dr. David and Mrs. Stuart Anderson, a couple who is giving back to couples. They have a great relationship and provide ...
Abusive Relationships
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing coach, relationship expert, podcaster, blogger and speaker Nigel Beckles who shared some informati...
Dating Communication
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Vicki Lannerholm on her thoughts about the importance of communication in dating. Dr. Lannerholm is a professor and couns...
February, the Month of Love
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When most people think of February and love, they think of Valentine's Day. Valentine's Day is the holiday for couples. But what if you aren't part of...
The Framework of Mental Freedom®
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explain the BCT Framework of Mental Freedom and the three top mistakes people make that keep people from experiencing Mental Freedo...
How is Mental Freedom Different?
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how Mental Freedom is unique and what you can expect from learning it. There is also a unique offer to experience Mental...
The Why of Mental Freedom
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about my background and experiences that lead me to develop the Mental Freedom process. I discuss my motivation and the audaci...
Mental Freedom® Research
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk with my friend and colleague, Sylvester Baugh, about the opportunity for counselor, coaches, and human service professionals t...
Goal Attainment 2023
31 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kim talks about her goal attainment process that she developed from studying many goal setting gurus, including Jack Canfield, B...
The Medication of Normal Human Experiences
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Angela Peacock, a woman who served in Iraq with the US Army and experienced multiple traumas there. She was sent to ...
Real Talk with a Counselor
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview licensed counselor, Michaela Detrick, about mental health. Michaela is so grounded and easy to talk with, I imagine thera...
Growing Students and Teachers in School
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Deb Cox about all she is doing to make her school, Nundah, in Australia, the best school it can be. She does this by grow...
Neurodiversity
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Margaret Parkes, a therapist with many years experience working with people who are atypical neurologically, such as peop...
Choice Theory in Education
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Dr. Stephen Tracy about the implementation of Choice Theory in public schools. Dr. Tracy has quite an educational ba...
Relationships in Restorative Practices
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the opportunity to interview Jay Shannon, a supervisor of the YES program through Project Oz in Bloomington, IL. Jay uses a uni...
Neuro-Nurturing
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Deborah McNelis about her concept of Neuro-Nurturing. Deb takes the complex topic of childhood brain functioning and deve...
Becoming Anti-Racist
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Sharon Hurley Hall, an anti-racism activist, author and educator. I was so impressed with the articles I read of hers, th...
Using Your Gifts to Help Others
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Soyica White is a multi-talented individual, who is on a journey of self-discovery. He knows many things, including hair styling and cosmetology, work...
Self-Examination for Self-Discovery
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview my friend and colleague, William Freeman. William is a veteran of both the Air Force and the Army and works with me as on...
The Psychological Management of Chronic Pain
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Nessren Ali about how she coaches people to psychologically manage their chronic pain. She works in a physical thera...
Choose Happy with Jill Liberman
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Jill Liberman, author of Choose Happy, Choose Happy 2 and Remember This. Jill understands that happin...
The Law of Assumption and more
02 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Dr. Rose Lawrence on her particular brand of coaching called, Living the Rosey Life. Dr. Rose is a licensed clinical prof...
Coaching in Iran
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk with Amir Pahlavnejad about coaching in Iran. He and Dr. Ali Sahebi have created the first coaching business in Iran where bus...
Your Health includes Your Mental Health
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Natasha Mosby, the brains behind the big Men's Mental Health Awareness event this past June in Las Vegas, NV. Nastas...
Coaching with Algorithms
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Jeanette Schneider about her brilliant DearLiv app. Jeanette has completely reinvented herself from a highly succes...
Values-Based Servant Leadership
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Kimberly Hambrick, a leadership development and growth coach working with the new leader up to the C-suite. Kimberly is&n...
Forward Revolution
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview my friend and marketer of @revenue about leadership. We talk about unimaginable loss and the club, of which we are b...
Leading by Example in Restorative Justice
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Dr. Shaniqua Jones, an extremely passionate woman from humble beginnings. This interview was such a breath of ...
Leaders as Self-Evaluation Facilitators
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Dr. Patricia Robey about her role as an educational leader and supervisor of counselors in the field. Dr. Robey has ...
Parenting with Elisabeth Stitt
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Elisabeth Stitt, named Coach's Foundation's 2021 Coach of the Year and the founder of Joyful Parenting Coaching. Lisabeth...
Live Out Loud & Age Excellently
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Dr. Cheryl Woodson who is a doctor that sees many older women with some form of dementia and their caregivers. She knows ...
Parenting; Biological, Fostering and Adoptive
10 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Regina Fike, parent extraordinaire. Regina and her husband Rick are parents to eight children, grandparents to 15 and hav...
Setting Loving Boundaries with Claire Lerner
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview parenting expert Claire Lerner about setting boundaries with children so the parent remains in charge. The child has two ...
Mental Freedom® 2022
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how anyone can learn Mental Freedom® in just six sessions. One of the things I have discovered in over 30 years of...
Many Ways to Apply Mental Freedom®
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with counselor, instructor, my colleague and friend, Bruce Davenport. Bruce was one of the first people to volunteer to&...
Community Reintegration and Mental Freedom®
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I speak with a man who has had some interesting life experiences, one of which was being incarcerated for 11 years at the age of 1...
A Transplant Journey with Mental Freedom®
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am so honored to get to speak with my friend, Sylvester Baugh, about his transplant journey to health and how he used Mental Freedo...
One Teacher, One Student and a Mountain of Math
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I have the pleasure of talking with teacher, Evan Lent, who went on a self-discovery journal and took a student along with him. Evan ...
Librarian to Teacher to Coach
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I interview an amazing teacher turned coach, Gretchen Cary. We talked about her early influences and the people who have influenced he...
Glasser Quality Schools
17 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Jan White, soon to be Dr. Jan White, an administrator at one of the Glasser Quality Schools, located in Norfolk, VA. She ...
Lessons Learned from 4 Decades in Education
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Bryan Zeman about his vast experience and knowledge putting Choice Theory to work in a school that was divided on their a...
Creating a Positive School Environment
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Dr. Don Parker, talking about his experiences as a principal setting up need-satisfying school cultures for both students...
The Dating Game Shouldn't Be a Game
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk with counselor Vicki Lannerholm about her personal experiences and lessons learned after jumping into the dating arena after a...
Self-Love
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's hard to give away what you don't possess. In this episode, I discuss the importance of self-love, the things that get in a way of loving yourself...
Relationships: Single, Dating, Committed/Married, Ethical Non-Monogamy
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the many different relationship statuses you may find yourself in and discuss best practices for each. You won't find an...
Growing into Couplehood
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Rob Maurer and Conry Davidson about their 6-year marriage and 8-year relationship. They are quite candid about the challe...
Mindfulness with Dr. Tim Pedigo
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Dr. Tim Pedigo about mindfulness. We discuss what exactly mindfulness is and its relevance to our lives, the difference b...
Accessing Happiness Right Now
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Teresa Greco, Canada's Happiness Coach. Teresa coaches people to access happiness any time in any situation. You can hear...
Finding Your Way with the Gentry GPS
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with Marcus "Dr. Respect" Gentry about his new GPS system for self-discovery. We talk about what is needed for authentic self...
Living a Miraculous LIfe with Marci Shimoff
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Marci has quite a story. She came into this world with some existential angst, got all five of her goals and was still unhappy. So what did she do? Sh...
Leadership Using One's Heart, Head and Hands
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview author, Charles Gill, about his ideas regarding Leadership. We discuss his book, The Path to True Leadership and the many...
Leadership in 2021 and Beyond
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Tina Lee Odensky-Zec about leadership in today's climate. "Leaders make things happen. Leaders get other people to m...
EQ and Leadership
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Mark Tovar, counselor and executive coach. Mark has a ton of education, certifications and experience that makes him a gr...
Leading with Relationships
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview leader, Kent Provost, from Governors State University in the greater Chicago area. Kent has been a leader in a variety of...
Leadership Coaching with Dr. Ruby Powell
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview leadership coach, Dr. Ruby Powell, who travelled an interesting path to get where she is but finds herself exactly where ...