Mornings With Mike For Daily Motivation

Shifting Our Identity

04 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We are who we are because of who we tell ourselves we are therefore, it is 100% in our control to be, live, and act how we decide to be, live, and act...

Fixing What's Not Broken

03 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In order for us to keep learning, growing, experiencing, and becoming more successful in all areas of our lives, it requires us constantly getting bet...

Keeping Score Of Those Who Help Us

02 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Let's keep score and never forget those who've helped us along the way to being successful and spend no time thinking about those who didn't.

Dealing With Major Losses

01 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Major losses can effective us big-time, whether it's the loss of a loved one, a job, business, money, a relationship.. here's how I handle major losse...

The Biggest Threat To All Success Is Conformity

30 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Listening and doing what others are saying and doing to be successful is the surest way to failure. Be you, do it your way, and you will succeed.

Guaranteeing Success

29 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Not only is it possible for us to guarantee our success, it's 100% in our control as well - here's how.

We Won't Be Around Forever

28 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Unfortunately none of us will live forever (sure wish I could) but, all we do, say, and create can and will live on long after we're gone.

We Are Designed To Survive, Not Thrive

27 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to achieving success in any area of our lives, it takes mentally rewiring our minds since it's programmed to survive, not thrive.

Whatever Threatens Your Goals, Threaten It Back

26 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If we're to successfully achieve our goals, it is a must that we threaten back whatever threatens to keep us from our goals, dreams, and aspirations.

Live For Today, Plan For Tomorrow

25 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The best kind of success is when we're able to live and enjoy each day and moment while still planning ahead for the future we want.

Top 5 Success Clues

24 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's been said success leaves clues and these top 5 clues I've come across and continue to use are all effective and work.

When It Comes To Success, Forget The Hustle

23 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

These days "hustle" seems to be the new buzz word when it comes to success and while I do believe in working hard, I say forget the hustle and here's ...

When To Change Who We Are

22 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In life, change is the only constant and so it begs the question... when do we change who we are?

Health, Happiness, & Fulfillment Is The New Cool

21 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In a world that's constantly looking for the next cool thing to get on board with, it's never been cooler to be healthy, happy, and fulfilled.

We Are Where We Are Because Of Who We Are

20 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Our current success and lifestyle, whether it's one we're happy with or not, is one we've attracted by who we are and have become over the years.

Using Music For Perspective

19 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's incredible how a song can bring us back to a time of more calm, ease, and peace in our lives and make us feel good.

0261: My Life Is F'd Up... Now What?

19 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You ever feel like your life is just all f'd up and you're not quite sure what to do about it? I have and these two steps seem to always help me.

Social Media Is What We Make It

17 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Social media is here to stay and depending on how we use it, it can either provide us with much more health, happiness, and fulfillment or much less.

Win or Lose, I Still Win

16 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to achieving our goals, here's a sure way to win (even if we don't) in our pursuit.

Who Do You See In The Mirror

15 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Here's a different, perhaps uncomfortable exercise to try that, even though you've done it more times than you can probably count, you really haven't.

When Is It Too Late To Be Successful?

14 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Does there ever come a time when the opportunity for us to be successful has passed us by and if so, when is that?

Political, World, and Religious Issues I'll Address Just This Once

13 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I don't speak about political, world, or religious issues here on the show although I will just this once with the hope of promoting global love and c...

Overcoming Shyness

12 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There's nothing wrong with being shy, unless of course our shyness is preventing us from achieving the health, happiness, and fulfillment we seek.

Our Own Worst Enemy When It Comes To Success

11 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We all share this same common enemy when it comes to achieving success, any success, in our lives.

11 Things I'll Never Forget

10 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this 17th anniversary of the September 11th attacks in the US, I'm sharing 11 things I am grateful for and will never forget.

Who Takes Care Of You?

09 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Who is it that takes care of and looks out for you when you're the one who's always taking care of and looking out for everyone else?

Putting The Wind Back In Our Sails

08 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When failure of any kind takes the wind out of our sails, it can often be a challenge to get some wind back in those sails of ours - these 3 steps wil...

Writing Your Own Eulogy

07 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most powerful exercises I know to detach ourselves from every day living and shed some honest perspective on who we are and what we want.

Who We Are vs. Who We Want To Be

06 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If who you are is not who you want to be, I've got some good news for you... you have the power to change that anytime.

A Daily 7-Minute Routine For More Health, Happiness, And Fulfillment

05 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you're short on time, don't have time, or aren't sure of what to do to improve your health, happiness, and fulfillment, this daily 7-minute routine...

Why I Keep My Podcast "Unprofessional"

04 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to getting things done, whether it's exercise, investing, starting a business, whatever... imperfect action will always trump perfect in...

How To Predict Future Successes And Failures

03 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's easy to predict what areas in our lives we'll be most successful and least successful in by taking a look at this one thing.

My #1 Strategy For Maintaining Happy And Healthy Relationships

02 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Here's an effective strategy I use to maintain happy and healthy relationships in my life that is 100% in my control.

Who Tells You You're Awesome?

01 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to success, surround yourself with people who tell you you're awesome on a regular basis and here's why.

Why Am I Here? (Terrible Question)

31 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Asking the question "Why am I here" or "What is my purpose" are terrible questions that more often than not, paralyze us from taking action.

Three Strategies That Apply To All Successes

30 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to success, any success we're out to achieve, these three strategies are a must to follow in we're to succeed.

How Taking Rejection Personally Pays Off

29 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Taking rejection personally not only pays off, it also helps us reduce the chances of getting rejected again - here's how.

Silencing The Ego

28 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's not our personal, but public ego (identify), how we believe others view us, that gets in the way of our health, happiness, and fulfillment.

My Top Three Life Screw-Ups And Lessons Learned

27 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to health, happiness, and fulfillment, these are the major lessons I've learned by screwing up big-time in each one of these areas.

Why The Idea Of Ask And You Shall Receive Is Flawed

26 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It takes more than just asking for what we want to get it, it takes asking intelligently and with complete certainly.. here's how to do that.

From Surviving To Thriving

25 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Being able to thrive in any area of our lives often comes from the growth we experience during times of bare survival.

Is Being Smart Necessary To Be Successful?

24 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There's book smarts and then there's practical smarts and it's more often than not our practical smarts that guides us towards success.

Why Push Harder When You're Ahead And Winning?

23 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Regardless of success and how far ahead of the game they may be, leaders continue to go all out and give their absolute best, here's why.

What It Means To Have Blind Faith

22 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to success and taking action, we either do so with blind faith or calculated faith.. there's a big difference between the two.

Not Everything That Counts Can Be Counted

21 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Not everything that counts can be counted and not everything that can be counted counts, here's why.

Dealing With Negative Friends And Family

20 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It can be challenging to remain positive when we're around negative people, especially if it's family and friends; these four strategies will help you...

Why I Committed To Doing A Daily Podcast

19 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I'm often asked, "why a daily podcast? Isn't that lots of work and hard to do and keep up with?" Yes it is, but here's why it's a must that I do it.

Handpicking How We Succeed

18 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There's more than one way to achieve the successes you seek and this simple 4 step process helps you figure out which way works best for you.

Growing Versus Going Through Struggles

17 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Going through different struggles in our lives is going to happen, it's not an option. Whether or not we grow from these struggles, that however is an...

Thinking Positive Is Beneficial Even When It's Not

16 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Here's why it pays off to remain positive and optimistic even when all logical data tells you not to and to give it up.

For More Health, Happiness, And Fulfillment.. Always Do This.

15 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There's one principle we're all aware of but often ignore that, when followed, most always leads to more health, happiness, and success in our lives.

Success Isn't For Everyone

14 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to success, depending on the type of success, it may not be for you.. and here's why.

Read These 5 Books To Create A Successful Mindset

13 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

These 5 books I read at least once a year have been game-changers for me in terms of helping me to create a successful mindset.

80% Of Success Is A Result Of This One Principle

12 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It isn't money, people, or having the right plan that'll get us to the success we seek but instead, this standalone principle.

What Do I Do? vs. What Do I Want?

11 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Asking the right question will not only get us what we want, it'll also guide us on what to do to achieve the outcome we're after.

My Top 5 Business Resources That Cost Me Zero Dollars

10 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Some of my most important business resources that help contribute to my continued success don't cost me a cent... here's 5 of them.

Why Winners Win And Failures Fail

09 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder why those who win and succeed continue to win and succeed and those who lose and fail continue to lose and fail? Here's your answer.

Traditional Business Is Dead

08 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's no longer business as usual because traditional business, the kind designed to sell you instead of serving you, is dead.

The Power Of Setting Clear Specific Goals

07 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Here's why setting goals that are clear and specific is so powerful and how it massively increase our chances of achieving them.

What Business And Relationships Have In Common

06 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The past 20 years of being in business and relationships have taught me the many similarities between the two and how one affects the other.

Top 5 Reasons To Start A Gratitude Practice

05 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Out of all the strategies I use to create more health, happiness, and fulfillment in my life, this one has by far made the greatest impact.

From Hardship To Championship

04 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The ability to achieve any major championship (success) comes down to how well we're able to manage the hardships along the way.

Making Sense Of Failure

03 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If failing is part of the recipe for success, why then would any person or program offer us a money back guarantee?

Why It's Important To Be Both Respected And Liked

03 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to success, here's why focusing on being both respected and liked works in our favor.

Who Are You Not To Be Great?

01 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The three main reasons why it is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us and keeps us from the successes we seek.

The Fine Line Between Patience And Procrastination

31 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Patience (not procrastination) is a must when striving to achieve any goal, but how do we tell the difference between the two?

When Nothing Is Going Your Way

30 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Here's some good news to focus on when nothing seems to be going your way.. where all that could go wrong, does go wrong.

Creating Motivating Thoughts

29 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What we think (our thoughts) is what we'll feel.. which is great since we are 100% in control of our thoughts and therefore our motivation.

You're One Facial Expression Away From Success

28 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Success happens within the first few seconds of meeting anyone and it all starts with this one simple facial expression.

Exposing The Culprit For Our Negative Self-Talk

27 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Negative self-talk has a tendency to often hide where we would least expect it to.

Testing What We're Made Of

26 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Life naturally tests what we're made of although it's when we chose to test what we ourselves are made of by choice that we grow the most.

No One Gets It

25 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I use to think my circumstances and challenges were different, more challenging than anyone else's until I realized, the same wind blows on all of us.

Do This To Increase Your Productivity & Stand Out From The Rest

24 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This less than 5 minute strategy has helped me exponentially increase my daily productivity and at the same time, separate me from the pack.

Managing Our Monkey Brain

23 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

While controlling our monkey brain may seem impossible, I have found that managing it however is more than possible to do using these two steps.

Managing Unfavorable Conditions

22 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Conditions won't always be to our liking although these two steps have gotten me through some of the worst conditions I've had to face.

What Sun, Seed, And Soil Have To Do With Success

21 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We stand to learn a thing or two from the sun, seed, and soil when it comes to success and trusting the process on our way to achieving our goals.

Underestimating The Small Steps

20 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to our goals, it's the small steps we often overlook that make the biggest impact in helping us achieve them.

Guaranteed Way To Provide Massive Value To Anyone

19 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Whether it's family, friends, colleagues, or customers, here's a guaranteed way to provide any one of them with massive value.

No Such Thing As Building Habits

18 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The idea we build habits over time is not only false, it's also one of the most misunderstood areas surrounding habits that exists.

All Happiness Comes Down To This One Word

17 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Whatever the goal, it's doing this that will always brings us the most happiness as we strive to achieve our goals.

Getting Into A State Of Flow With Work

16 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There's nothing like being in a state of flow where time seems to stand still and the work we do feels effortless, but how do we get there?

The Worst Fortune Cookie Ever

15 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This is by far the worst fortune cookie message I have ever received regarding success and when to expect it.

Discipline Does Not Equal Freedom

14 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The idea that discipline equals freedom is absurd. Discipline equals anything but freedom BUT it will provide us with much more of these three things.

Lessons From A Chinese Bamboo Tree

13 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A message of faith and perseverance inspired by Les Brown and his teachings and my takeaways on fulfillment in pursuit of our goals.

Why Pushing Ourselves To Do Anything Doesn't Work

12 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pushing ourselves to do anything requires willpower and willpower doesn't last. The key is to create goals that pull us in and make us want to take ac...

Burning Out From The Hustle

11 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Seems all we hear these days is hustle, hustle, hustle to achieve your goals. A broken record that'll leave us broken if we let it.

The Day That Turned My Life Around

10 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Change doesn't require a process, we can change in an instant the moment we make a new committed decision to do so.

For Every Action There Is A Reaction

09 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Isaac Newton's 3rd law of motion reminds us of a simple principle that any one of us can leverage to achieve success.

Repairing Self-Confidence

08 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Failure of any kind has the potential to (and often does) damage our self-confidence and so it's a must we repair it as quickly as possible.

Seasons Of Change

07 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

While we can't always control or change our conditions and circumstances, we can however always control and change ourselves.

The Man In The Arena

06 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to success, we can stay comfortably in the stands of life and risk failing at what we don't want or, we can step into the arena for a ch...

Creating A Success Philosophy

05 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you currently don't have a personal success philosophy, here's why you may want to consider creating one sooner than later.

Weapons Of Mass Influence

04 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Here's two ways to quickly and effectively influence others, whether it's getting clients to buy, family members to listen, or friends to take action.

What It Means To Be Fulfilled

03 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Being happy, healthy, and successful is one thing? But what does it mean to be "fulfilled" and why is it so important?

Why Asking "Why" Is The Key To All Success

02 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to goals, it's our reasons (our why's) for wanting to achieve them that'll help us go the distance to make them happen.

Creating A Vision That Excites You

01 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We don't stand a chance at achieving our goals if they don't excite us, pull us in, and compel us to take action consistently towards them.

"I'm Not That Kind Of Person"

01 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When did you decide the "kind of person" you are? Important to ask since it's this blueprint of who we believe ourselves to be that guides all of our ...

The Only Thing Keeping You From Getting What You Want

29 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Whether it's weight loss, more money, better relationships, whatever the goal.. if you're struggling to achieve it, this is mostly likely the reason w...

My Top Two Daily Success Rituals

28 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

These two rituals that I complete every day have played a major role in helping me create lasting health, happiness, and fulfillment in my life.

5 Steps To A Happier, Healthier, More Fulfilling Life

27 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

These 5 steps have been instrumental in helping me create more health, happiness, and fulfillment in my life.