The Fired Up Life

130: Making the Most Out of Your Experience

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

3 Ways to Maximize your Experience: Recall the Details Draw the Lessons Apply to Life thefireduplife.com

129: Making Things Simple

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ponder on these questions to help you simplify things: Is it easy? Does it work? What’s the feedback? Discover more by listening to the podcast. ...

128: The Importance of Showing Love

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about how to show the right kind of love. Affirmation Attention Agape Support The Fired Up Life at patreon.com/fireduplife

127: Making Your Vision Happen

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this 4-step process to making your vision happen: Imagining Drawing Writing Facilitating Support the Fired Up Life at https://patreon.com...

126: Be Purpose-Driven

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how defining your “Why, How, and When” can help you become pupose-driven. Support The Fired Up Life by being a Patron at patreon.com/firedu...

125: Being a Catalyst of Change

03 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about these three factors to bringing change: Positive Presence Bright Ideas Action-Oriented Support The Fired Up Life by being a Patron at pat...

124: Staying Strong in a Storm

02 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Feel like you’re in one of life’s storms? Learn to stay strong with these three: Anchored on Faith Rooted in Relationship Holding on to Hope Supp...

123: The Power of Fellowship

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen why fellowship is powerful! Support The Fired Up Life at patreon.com/fireduplife

122: 3Ps of Praying a Prayer of Petition

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

3Ps of Praying a Petition Posture of Humility Perseverance Patience Support The Fired Up Life at patreon.com/fireduplife

121: 3 Keys to Empowerment

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about how to empower the people under your leadership. Support this podcast by being a Fired Up Patron at Patreon.com/FiredUpLife

120: How to Get Back On Track

26 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been derailed from pursuing your goals? Learn 5 ways to get back on track! Support The Fired Up Life page by being a Fired Up Patron at http...

119: A Simple Content Creation Framework

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Struggling to Create Content? Here’s a simple framework to get you going: 😿Problem ☝️Proposal 👊Action Support and be a member of Fired Up ...

118: Don’t Give Up Until You Find the Right Fit

03 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We tend to be easily discouraged when we experience a bit of failure. We conclude, “Nah, it’s not for me.” But we have to keep on finding ways u...

117: Sowing the Seeds of Opportunity: How to Create an Abundant Harvest

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you yearning for higher yield? If we don’t sow, we don’t reap. And if we don’t take good care of what we sow, the opportunities will not gro...

116: The Power of Asking a Question

03 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel stuck? Asking a question can help you move forward. The humility of this act makes us more receptive of learning. Find out more about its ...

115: The Blueprint of a Passionate Life (part 4 interview)

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Here's the final installment of my interview with Lissa Untalan. Fired Up!

114: The Blueprint of a Passionate Life (part 3 interview)

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Here's part 3/4. Fired Up!

113: The Blueprint of a Passionate Life (part 2 interview)

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Here's the second part! Get fired up!

112: The Blueprint of a Passionate Life (part 1 interview)

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Here's part 1 of my interview with Lissa Untalan. Here, we talk about Passion, Faith and Life. Get Fired Up!

111: The Power of Belief: Why Believing is Key to Achieving

28 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been doubting yourself a lot lately? Listen to this episode and start believing in yourself more.

110: “What Are You Praying For?” A Reflection in front of the House of Bread

26 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It’s starting to feel “Christmassy.” Lights and Christmas trees are being set up. But the highlight of them all is the Belen. And this leads us ...

109: Creative Distancing: How Taking a Step Back Can Reveal Amazing Ideas for Your Work and Life

25 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we stand too close to our work that we are unable to think of better and innovative ways to grow it. Learn about how to use distancing to cr...

108: Facing the Light

21 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Standing against the light when taking pictures, will make our faces look dark in the photo. Using this analogy, we need to face the light—the truth...

107: The Pursuit of a Dream: Why The Process is as Valuable as the Vision

20 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Following a dream isn’t easy. You’ll go through a lot of challenges—and some can be daunting. But if we shift our attitude and see the pursuit a...

106: How to Focus on Building Results

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Showing results is one of the most convincing ways of communication. It speaks for itself. If you’re struggling with building results, listen to thi...

105: From Being Rescued to Being a Rescuer: Our Calling to Go Out of our Way to Save Others

14 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Perhaps at one point you were in a desperate situation. You needed to be rescued. Someone came along and saved you. Now it’s time to do your part to...

104: What to do in Turbulent Times

12 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There are things that are not within our control, and they can cause fear and panic. Find out what we can do when going through times of turbulence.

103: What to do Amidst the Storms and Blackouts in Life

12 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sharing with you my reflections while going through the storm “Ulysses.” Find out what to do when you lose your energy and vision for your dreams....

102: Recalibrating Your Purpose

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As we grow, our purpose evolves. The main elements are still there but the expressions may have changed. If you’re rethinking your mission, listen t...

101: Thinking Big

07 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The way we think is the main difference. We all have the same 24 hours in a day and relatively similar amounts of energy to spend. But the result will...

100: Coping With Busyness [Conversation with Bernz O. Caasi, Founder of Unboxing Catholicism]

06 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been so busy lately? Listen in and find ways to manage your stress and get work done!

99: Amazed and Fascinated: Seeing the Extraordinary in the Ordinary

05 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When was the last time you saw something amazing? Perhaps amazing things surround us, and we just fail to recognize them. Listen to this episode and b...

98: From Chaos to Order: Making Your System Better and Better

04 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling disorganized? Life can look messy—and it seems like it’s becoming harder to put our priorities in the right places. Find out how go from c...

97: Try and Try Until You Fly

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Get unstuck from imagining the possibilities and start trying. Get fired up by listening to this episode. Try it.

96: Seek and You Shall Find!

02 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What are you seeking? We long for something that will make us happy or fulfilled. Listen and discover how we can align our desires to God’s.

95: The Power of the Unseen

01 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The forces that drive change in the world are unseen—ideas, virtues, and faith. They affect our decisions and actions. Listen and discover how the u...

94: Getting Your Hands Dirty: Why Being Hands-On is Key to Learning and Growing

30 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to why we shouldn’t be picky about our tasks when we want to build something great.

93: How to Withstand The Storms of Life

29 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When the strong winds of our lives come, we either get blown away and fall, or we withstand them. But how do we build the strength to endure life’s ...

92: Finding a Way to Reach Your Goal

28 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Some goals are easy to attain, but most of them are met with challenges—unavailability of resources, lack of experience, or setbacks. Listen and get...

91: The Who of Your Mission: Being Clear and Specific of the People You Are Trying to Reach

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you confused about who your market is? Knowing who you want to serve is key to creating messages, products and services that make a high-impact. L...

90: Chasing Your Dream: Having Clarity about What You Want in Life

26 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is your dream clear to you? We might be working hard each day, but without really knowing what for. Find out why it’s important to know what you are...

89: Finding Your Life’s Work: The One Thing Where You Can Devote All Your Time and Energy

25 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What is that one contribution you want to leave humanity? It can be something you want to discover, a vision you can be part of, or a dream you want t...

88: How to Create Anticipation and Excitement

24 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re launching a product or an online platform, getting potential buyers or followers excited is key to its success. Learn about the 5 things I...

87: Moving Forward with the New Normal: Accepting Change and Redesigning Our Work

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It’s been 6 months — that’s half of the year since the quarantines were implemented. Yet, we may still haven’t accepted that the world has cha...

86: How to Find a Hobby that will Boost Your Productivity

02 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hobbies make us happy! But do they help us reach our goals or take us far from them? Are they distractions or part of a support system? Find out how t...

85: How to Be More CONSISTENT with Your Work so You Can Reach Your Goals

23 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We love starting new things! There’s excitement and a lot of hype. But it gets hard when it comes to sustaining what we launched. We need to find a ...

84: How to Concentrate Your Efforts to Get the Results You Want

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You want to get one of your goals done, but it seems like you’re too busy with other activities. Your efforts get “diluted” and you end up not g...

83: Relentless Iteration

16 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The biggest reason why we don’t see progress is because we stop. We stop practicing. We take a long break. We become rusty. As humans, we have the c...

82: What To Do With Your “Aha” Moment

13 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There are times when inspiration suddenly strikes. We stumble upon an idea that could be a game changer. Yet, because of a lack of follow through, the...

81: Immerse in your Message: How Living Out Your Convictions Makes Sharing About It Natural

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Find out the value of contemplating on your message and the effect of being fully invested in it.

80: May the Force Be With You: Creating a High Impact on Your Goals

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do your goals need a push? You need to apply greater Force to make a significant impact. We learn in Physics that Force = Mass x Acceleration. Find ou...

79: How to Choose Your Focus and Drastically Increase Your Productivity

01 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find yourself doing so many things, yet feel so unproductive? Perhaps you need to find the right focus and devote more time in it, so you can p...

78: Create Connection: Going Beyond Content

25 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s rethink how we communicate. We can be present but without engagement. We can have the content but without the connection. Find out how to deve...

77: Confront Your Flaws

22 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Often we run from our mistakes. Naturally, because it’s painful. But facing our faults can help us create the best strategies for our self-developme...

76: The Key to Self-Improvement

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Who wants to improve? All of us do! But it seems like there are aspects in our lives that don’t progress at all. Find out why you’re not improving...

75: How to Make Your Passion Profitable

18 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a “business episode.” I just came fresh from giving a short talk in a Zoom Webinar and wanted to share some fresh realizations. Here’s t...

74: Why Growth Requires Discomfort: Learn What You Can Do To Get to the Next Level

15 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We want to grow but the problem is when we expect things to go easy and hassle free. What happens is that at the first sign of a problem, we bail out ...

73: Don’t Be Afraid To Build Again: How to Rise Up with the Spirit of Easter

12 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sharing with you my reflections on Easter Sunday. Amidst the gloom of the pandemic, we shine with the Light of Christ on Easter. We use this light to ...

72: Feeling the Pain of Christ: A Good Friday Reflection

10 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Good Friday is an occasion to remember how Christ suffered and died for us. It is a time to share in the sorrow of His passion, and feel it too. Here’...

71: Find the Time to Soften Your Heart: How to Avoid Being Hard-hearted

08 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We may not realize how stressed and anxious we are until we submit ourselves to God in prayer. Find rest for your restless heart. Listen to how soften...

70: Receive Light to Give Light: How to be a “Supermoon” that Reflects Hope and Inspiration

08 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sharing with you my reflection about being a reflection. Our light is not our own. It comes from a Source. The moon reflects the light of the sun, so ...

69: Soak in the Knowledge of your Craft: How to Master your Passion

07 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When we find the one thing we want to master, it will require a lot of time in immersion. It may not be enough to have some information. It needs expe...

68: Why Falling in Love is not a Distraction

06 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We want to be focused on reaching our goals, and so we tell ourselves, “I’ve got no time for love.” Find out why love can help us get to our goa...

67: Sincerity and Irreciprocity: The Measures of Excellent Service

05 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We serve. Whether for business or for the community, we are serving others. Find out why genuine service can be found in these two things: Sincerity a...

66: How to Get Things Done: Putting Progress over Perfection

04 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have a lot of pending projects? Perhaps you’re having a difficulty finding time—OR—you’re a perfectionist. You want every detail to be ...

65: How to Adapt and Thrive in Times of Change

03 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we are forced into a situation wherein we have to adjust our way of life. Our daily routine gets disrupted and in a more serious matter, our...

64: What does your BIG BREAK look like?

02 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You deserve a BIG BREAK! No, I’m not talking about a vacation. It’s about that Big Opportunity that will come your way. But do you know what it lo...

63: The Fired Up Life framework: 5P’s Fired Up Mindset and 3 Phases of the Fired Up Journey

01 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sharing with you the Big Idea of living a Fired Up Life through a simple framework. This is to give you an idea of how you can make your own framework...

62: Break Your Mental Barriers

30 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There are many things we think we can’t do. It’s because our minds have been conditioned not to achieve them. In this episode, I share the story o...

61: Why You Can’t Keep on Juggling Work

29 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You might be used to doing multiple things at the same time. But what happens is we tend to neglect some other work. We can’t juggle things forever,...

60: Why You Should Follow a Framework: How to Make Complicated Matters Simple

28 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Frameworks are powerful. They can simplify complicated and confusing concepts. Use frameworks to think, work and teach more effectively. It will chang...

59: See the Purpose Behind the Problem

28 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you frustrated about your problems? There’s always a greater purpose behind each obstacle. Find that purpose, listen to this Fired Up episode.

58: How to Avoid Analysis Paralysis

25 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you overcomplicate things? The problem when we think too much is that we tend to do too little. Discover two ways to avoid analysis paralysis and s...

57: Good Fear Vs. Bad Fear

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Can fear be good? Learn how to distinguish between good and bad fear, and it has to do with knowing a real threat  from an illusion. It’s going to ...

56: Don’t Miss the Chance to do Something Great

21 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you too worried? Do you doubt yourself? Are you imagining what could go wrong? Sharing with you my thoughts on this quote: ”If you get too worri...

55: Five Steps to Put Our Lives in Order

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Life can get messy at times. Learn how to turn chaos into order. Apply the 5S approach: Sort Systematize Sweep Sanitize Self-Discipline Fired Up!

54: Coping with Covid: 5 R’s to be Resilient in Crisis

15 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is your livelihood affected because of the Pandemic? Listen to the 5R’s of Coping with Covid: -Rethink -Research -Reveal -Recover -Rebuild

53: Outwork Your Competition (A Kobe Tribute)

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In business, competition is natural. Here’s my podcast on how competitive Kobe Bryant was, and why it’s important to develop a good work ethic.

52: Address a Burning Pain

23 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do people see the urgency of the solution you’re offering? Help them see how you will address their burning pain. Two scenarios: 1. People are feeli...

51: Don’t Get Frustrated, Get Curious

22 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Gain a new perspective in handling failure. Frustration leads to quitting. Curiosity leads to improving.

50: How to Have an Eye for Opportunities

28 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sharing with you some realizations while observing the business establishments in Cambodia and my conversation with a Filipino food entrepreneur who i...

49: What “Family Hacking” is About

17 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What if we had more time for family and lesser time for work, and yet able to provide sufficiently? Find out about the idea of “family hacking”. F...

48: Why Shared Belief Forms Community

09 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sharing with the importance of shared belief—common values, mission and vision. Shared interest too, form community. When we are building something ...

47: Why Growth Requires Risk

03 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel like you are plateauing or not experiencing significant growth? New and risky approaches may yield to new results. Find out why.

46: The Power of Reflection

01 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Reflection is indispensable to growth. Find out the benefits of having a daily routine of self-examination.

45: How to Prepare Well

26 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Are you about to make a presentation or handle training? Perhaps you’re about to take a big exam or apply for something important. Hear my thoughts ...

44: My Earth Shaking Realization

23 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Just experienced a big earthquake in Manila, and while it was happening, 2 of the most important things in life dawned on me. Listen to my podcast and...

43: We Rise Because We Love

21 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We fall. We fail. But what gives us the reason to rise again? Listen to my Easter Sunday podcast.

42: Help Someone Carry Their Cross

19 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sharing my reflection on Simon of Cyrene and the challenge of helping others carry their cross. Find out why despite being “forced to good” can al...

41: Why Decluttering Will Give You Peace

18 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Are things a bit chaotic lately? It’s hard to find peace when our life is cluttered, disorganized and messy. Put back order in your life by putting ...

40: The Power of Crowdsourcing: Why Not All Ideas Have to Come from You

16 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We know the cliché: “Two heads are better than one.” Now think about the number of heads in your social networks—the potential ideas coming fro...

39: Why Taking Action Gives You Wisdom

15 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Are you stuck? Are you waiting for clarity before taking action? Find out why taking action will help make things clearer. Get moving forward, and lis...

38: Why Serving Brings Out the Best in Us

14 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I just came from giving a talk in a Christian Life Program, and I realized that I’ve been doing this for more than 20 years of my life. I started to...

37: Desire and Discipline

12 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Two key factors to reaching our goals: desire and discipline. Often, we have the desire but lack the discipline.  How do we create a strong connectio...

36: Discover What You Really Want in Life By Addressing What You Currently Need

10 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There comes a point in life where you are transitioning to a new phase. You’re turning a new page, a new chapter in life. But the problem is you’r...

35: Why Trials Prepare Us for Greater Things

09 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We all go through difficult times—our trials—and they are painful. They tend to take us a few steps back from our goal and we feel handicapped and...

34: Don’t Stress Over Things That Are Not in your Control

04 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Are you constantly stressed? Are you easily angered? Listen to find out one of the best ways to manage stress!

33: Do You Have an “Updating System”?

04 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to maintain good relationships whether at work or personal life? Here’s an important action: Update them. Listen to my podcast to find o...

32: Why You Should Keep Sharing Your Message

02 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you tried posting some content online, and then decided to stop at one point? Perhaps you got busy with other things. Maybe you got dissapointed ...

31: Clarity of Purpose

02 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When we see through a clear lens, we view things with greater certainty. This lens is called purpose. If we see things with a purpose, then our work w...