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In this episode of The Daily Helping, weâre joined by Wayne Forrest, a transformational coach, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author of The Inner Warrior: The Power Within. Wayneâs story is one of resilience, reinvention, and the unwavering power of the human spirit.
At 25, Wayneâs life changed in an instant when a rugby injury left him paralyzed. A fiercely independent farmer and athlete, he suddenly found himself unable to move, facing an uncertain future. The weight of that reality was overwhelming, but deep within, he heard a voiceâa calling to pursue what he loved. That voice became his guiding force, leading him to rebuild his life, return to farming, and ultimately step into his purpose as a coach and mentor.
Wayneâs journey isnât just about overcoming physical limitations; itâs about unlocking the potential within. He shares how our internal programming, shaped by past experiences and fears, can keep us stuck. But by embracing what he calls the âinner warrior,â we can break free, take control, and create lives we truly love. His book offers a roadmap for stepping into this power, particularly for men who struggle with vulnerability and self-worth.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
Understand that you have intuition. You have an inner sense, a quiet knowing. Recognize that thereâs something within you that already has the answers. Itâs intelligence. Itâs instinct. Itâs your intuition. Start listening to it. Build a relationship with it. And then, take a simple but powerful step: create a vision of what you would love. Tune in to the longing and the discontent within youâthose feelings are signposts pointing you toward what matters most. Ask yourself, What would I love to create? Then begin taking the steps you can from exactly where you are. Itâs not complicated. The real challenge is recognizing your old human patterning and choosing something different. When you feel stuckâwhen you catch yourself thinking, I just want to lie on the couch, zone out, do nothingânotice it. Thatâs not who you are. Thatâs just programming. You have the power to choose. You can step out of that and into your inner warrior, taking even one small step toward the life you truly want.
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Learn more about Wayne Forrest: WayneForrest.comRead: The Inner Warrior: The Power WithinProduced by NOVA
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In this heartfelt episode of The Daily Helping, we pay tribute to the legacy of John Ruhlin, a visionary in the art of radical generosity and the founder of Giftology. Joining us is Sara Hardwick, the community relationship strategist at Giftology, who is continuing Johnâs mission of fostering authentic and meaningful connections.
John's philosophy was simple yet transformative: relationships should be at the heart of everything we do. He revolutionized business networking and client relationships by teaching the power of thoughtful givingânot as a transactional tool, but as a foundation for true connection. His work continues to inspire people to move beyond traditional business tactics and invest in relationships in ways that matter. With the upcoming release of Beyond Giftology, Sara shares how Johnâs teachings are being carried forward and how we can all integrate generosity into our personal and professional lives.
One of the key takeaways from this episode is the concept of return on relationships (ROR)âa philosophy that prioritizes meaningful connections over short-term gains. Sara introduces practical strategies, such as "tap meetings" and "clarity conversations," that help ensure relationships donât fall through the cracks. Whether in business or in life, investing in people leads to deeper trust, loyalty, and success. As John often said, "It is more blessed to give than to receive"âa sentiment that remains at the core of Giftologyâs mission today.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
âDo one thing today to add value to a relationship, give more, and look at the world through a generous lens. It is more blessed to give than it is to receive.â
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Learn more about John Ruhlinâs work and Giftology at giftologygroup.comConnect with Sara Hardwick on LinkedInGet your copy of Beyond GiftologyProduced by NOVA
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In this episode of The Daily Helping, we welcome back elite executive coach Sabina Nawaz, nearly five years to the day since her last appearance. Sabina is a trusted advisor to C-suite executives at Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, nonprofits, and academic institutions worldwide. A former Microsoft leader who managed executive development for over 11,000 managersâincluding Bill Gates and Steve BallmerâSabina has since dedicated her career to helping leaders navigate high-pressure environments while fostering growth and resilience. Sheâs been featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Wall Street Journal, and many more. Today, she joins us to discuss her new book, You're the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be and Others Need.
Sabina shares her deeply personal leadership journey, revealing how she went from being a celebrated manager to an overwhelmed leader who lost touch with her teamâonly to turn things around through self-awareness and intentional change. She breaks down key insights from her book, including the concept of "communication fault lines," the dangers of the "sole provider" mindset, and the critical importance of developing what she calls the "shut-up muscle." With over 12,000 pages of leadership feedback gathered from her coaching career, she provides data-backed strategies for creating a thriving workplace culture.
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Sabina urges us to stop believing our own limiting narratives and challenge the âyeah, butâ excuses we tell ourselves. Instead, she encourages adopting an improv-inspired yes, and mindsetâexpanding our perspectives and opening ourselves up to new possibilities. Whether youâre a manager, a parent, or just someone navigating lifeâs pressures, this episode is packed with invaluable leadership lessons.
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Sabina Nawazâs Website: sabinanawaz.comSabina Nawaz on LinkedIn: LinkedInSabina Nawaz on Instagram: @SabinaCoachingRead: You're the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be and Others NeedProduced by NOVA
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Leon Logothetis is a global adventurer, philanthropist, and best-selling author best known for his hit Netflix series The Kindness Diaries. He has circumnavigated the world on a vintage yellow motorbike, relying solely on the generosity of strangers. Whether heâs giving life-changing gifts to those who show him kindness or inspiring audiences as a motivational speaker, Leonâs mission is clear: to highlight the power of human connection and restore faith in our shared humanity. His newest film, The Kindness Within: A Journey to Freedom, documents his search for inner peace and purpose in the spiritual heartland of India.
Leonâs quest for purpose was born out of a deeply personal place. Despite finding international success and recognition, Leon felt trapped in a cycle of depression and emptiness. He reached a breaking point while working a corporate job and, after watching The Motorcycle Diaries, left it all behind to travel the globe and meet people on a heart level. Yet, even journeying around the world couldnât fully quiet the internal battles he faced. In a moment of desperation, Leon decided to travel to India to confront his pain head-on, immersing himself in the teachings of spiritual leaders and a culture where presence and self-reflection take center stage.
His biggest realizationâand the central theme of his transformative experiencesâis that true change begins with a single step. For Leon, it was picking up The Autobiography of a Yogi and boarding a flight to India. But for you, it could be calling a friend, starting therapy, or simply silencing your smartphone for an hour. As Leon puts it, awareness is the key. Each small, mindful action helps us uncover the peace within ourselves, reminding us that the greatest journey weâll ever take is the one we embark on inside our own hearts.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
You don't have to quit your job and start traveling the world on kindness. You don't have to go to India to find God. All you have to do is take one step. One step on your journey of freedom and spirituality. If that step is calling a therapist, call a therapist. If that step is calling a friend and telling the friend your pain, call the friend. If the step is going to a bookshop and buying a book on hope or depression, buy a book on hope and depression. My journey was out of the box, but it was my journey. Your journey can be one single step. That's where it begins.
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Learn more at leonlogothetis.comFollow Leon on Instagram: @thekindnessguyWatch The Kindness Within on Amazon PrimeProduced by NOVA
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In this episode of The Daily Helping, weâre joined by Jeffrey Sanow, a veteran CIA intelligence officer and security expert whose career has been shaped by high-stakes decision-making, risk management, and global operations. With years spent navigating the complexities of international intelligence, Jeffrey has developed a keen understanding of leadership, communication, and adaptabilityâskills that translate beyond the intelligence field into everyday life and work. He now shares these insights in his new book, Humint for Humanity: The Road Less Traveled.
Jeffreyâs journey to the CIA was anything but conventional. Growing up in a difficult household, he sought both adventure and purpose, leading him to join the Peace Corps, where he worked on farm machinery in North and Central Africa. His time abroad helped him develop an ability to assimilate into vastly different cultures, learn new languages, and navigate unfamiliar terrainsâexperiences that ultimately paved the way for his career in intelligence. His work in the CIA took him to some of the world's most volatile regions, where he learned firsthand the importance of taking care of his people and making tough decisions under pressure.
One of the most profound lessons Jeffrey shares is the necessity of empowering people to fail. As a leader, he understood that if his team wasnât allowed to take risks, they wouldnât be able to innovate or succeed. He recounts a pivotal moment when an intelligence analyst hesitated on a lead about weapons of mass destruction, fearing that it might be too late to act. His response? "You swing at every pitch." That mindset ultimately led to intercepting and stopping a critical shipment. Whether in intelligence, business, or personal life, Jeffreyâs insights remind us that failure isnât the enemyâitâs part of the process of growth, learning, and leadership.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
âEverybody should be empowered to fail. If you don't empower your staff, your employees, whatever the relationship is, if you don't empower them to fail, they are not going to try their hardest to succeed. Failure is part of life.â
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Connect with Jeffrey on LinkedInLearn more: jeffreyssanow.comProduced by NOVA
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In this episode of The Daily Helping, we sit down with Kathleen Cameron, one of the worldâs leading manifestation mentors and the founder of Diamond Academy. Kathleen has transformed thousands of lives through her innovative approach to personal growth, generating over $30 million in under four years. She is the author of two international bestsellers, Becoming the One and The Best of Yourself, and the host of The Manifested Podcast.
Kathleenâs journey to success wasnât always paved with ease. Just five years ago, she was living a very different life as a registered nurse in Canada, working long hours and constantly striving for more. Despite an impressive career, she found herself stuck in a cycle of exhaustion and unfulfillment, even experiencing frequent fainting spells from extreme dieting and stress. This wake-up call led her to study mindset and manifestation, shifting her focus from professional development to deep personal growth. She realized that true transformation starts from withinâby changing her beliefs about herself, she unlocked an extraordinary life she once thought was out of reach.
Through her signature approach, The Art of Expansion, Kathleen teaches that growth should be the primary driver in life. She shares how the key to manifestation lies in aligning your inner world with your desired reality, rather than chasing external validation. Her philosophy includes eliminating negativity by refusing to gossip, vent, or complain, using imagination to embody confidence and success, and consistently holding onto the vision of what you wantâno matter how long it takes to materialize.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
âThe life that you live today doesn't have to be your final destination. Any and all things are possible. If you're willing to really go within and ask yourself those questions about who am I, how do I see myself, what kind of difference can I make in the world? When you do that, youâll be able to experience whatever it is you want outside of you.â
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Learn more at kathleencameronofficial.comListen to The Manifested PodcastFollow Kathleen on Instagram: @kathleencameronmanifestsListen to Episode 50: Elevating Consciousness, One Miracle Morning at a Time with Hal ElrodProduced by NOVA
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Elizabeth Husserl is a financial advisor and co-founder of Peak 360 Wealth Management. With a BA in economics from Tulane and a masterâs in east-west psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies, she bridges financial literacy and emotional well-being. Sheâs led workshops for Airbnb, Unity, and Google, and now shares her expertise in her new book, The Power of Enough: Finding Joy in Your Relationship with Money.
Raised by financially stable parentsâa doctor and a therapistâElizabeth still felt a deep sense of scarcity growing up. This, she discovered, was tied to her familyâs history of fleeing Europe during World War II. Her perspective shifted further while working with indigenous women in Oaxaca, Mexico, where she saw communities rich in connection and purpose despite limited material wealth.
In The Power of Enough, Elizabeth redefines wealth beyond just financial stability. She introduces practices like the âsatiation practice,â encouraging people to identify daily moments of fulfillment, both with and without money. By shifting focus from scarcity to satisfaction, Elizabeth shows that true wealth comes from recognizing that we are already enough.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
Do not feel crazy because you feel scarcity. We are wired to feel scarcity. But what you also have is the ability to develop this new muscle around satiation and fulfillment. We are wired to seek. We need to practice fulfillment to offset that desire to seek.
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Learn more at elizabethhusserl.comRead: The Power of Enough: Finding Joy in Your Relationship with MoneyFollow Elizabeth on Instagram: @elizabethhusserlProduced by NOVA
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Most of us donât realize how much our communication habits shape our relationshipsâuntil they start causing problems. Whether itâs shutting down, reacting defensively, or struggling to express ourselves clearly, these patterns can hold us back. But what if we could change the way we communicate?
Cynthia Kane, best-selling author and founder of the Kane Intentional Communication Institute, has helped over 70,000 people do just that. After the sudden loss of her first love, she discovered the Buddhist principles of right speechâtruthfulness, non-exaggeration, helpful language, and avoiding gossipâwhich transformed how she spoke to herself and others.
In The Pause Principle, Cynthia introduces the SOFTEN technique, a method for managing reactivity by creating space between stimulus and response. Whether at work or home, this practice helps us stay calm, reduce conflict, and strengthen our relationships. Her message is simple: with practice, we can all learn to communicate with greater clarity, kindness, and intention.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
âYou can change the way that you communicate. I think that most of the time, we don't think it's possibl,e and it really is a learned practice. It is something that you can shift and change and start learning new practices to start interacting in a way that feels really, really good to you.â
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Learn more at cynthiakane.comFollow Cynthia on Instagram: @cykane1Watch Cynthiaâs videos on YouTubeRead The Pause PrincipleRead How to Meditate Like a BuddhistRead How to Communicate Like a BuddhistProduced by NOVA
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In this insightful episode of The Daily Helping, we welcome Allison Guilbault, a licensed therapist and the visionary behind Mindful Mental Health. Known for her expertise in anxiety, trauma, and intimacy, Allison also coaches women and hosts her own podcast, Becoming Unstoppable. With appearances in major outlets like Psychology Today and Medium, she brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for helping others unlock their inner strength.
Allisonâs personal story began with her own struggles with anxiety, stretching back to high school. She recounts her first panic attack at 15, a moment that left her searching for answers and support in a time when mental health resources were far less accessible. This personal journey of navigating anxiety and seeking better mental health inspired her to become a therapist. Sheâs now committed to creating a safe space for others to explore their emotions, empowering them to find clarity and take charge of their lives.
A central takeaway from Allisonâs work is the transformative power of mindset. She emphasizes the importance of flexibility, creativity, and patience when navigating lifeâs challenges. Using her own experience of leaving a high-powered, yet unfulfilling career as a private investigator, she highlights the value of small, creative steps toward a more authentic and fulfilling life. Whether itâs practicing somatic techniques, adopting empowering mantras, or seeking objective support, Allison reminds us that transformation begins within. As she says, âYou can do it. Just keep reminding yourself.â
For those feeling stuck or overwhelmed, Allisonâs advice provides a roadmap for reclaiming joy and purpose. Tune in to learn more about how to cultivate resilience and take the first steps toward becoming the best version of yourself.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
You can do it. Just keep reminding yourself that you can do it. That has shifted my entire life, just constantly repeating, you can do it, you can do tough things. It is a game changer. It opens up a whole world.
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Learn more at learnfromyourtherapist.comFollow Allison Guilbault on Instagram: @anotefromyourtherapistListen to Becoming Unstoppable on Apple PodcastsProduced by NOVA
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Eva MĂŒller, a spiritual teacher and energy healer, has transformed countless lives with her unique approach to unlocking personal potential. Her work combines high vibrational divine energy transmissions with profound insights into consciousness, guiding people toward their true nature. Known for her ability to simplify complex spiritual ideas, Eva has become a trusted guide for those seeking to heal and grow.
Evaâs spiritual journey began with a deep longing for fulfillment. Despite academic and career achievements, she felt incomplete until discovering meditation. This transformative practice revealed profound states of silence and freedom, inspiring her to explore energy healing and consciousness. Over time, Eva developed her ability to clear emotional blockages and raise vibrations, helping others find clarity and joy.
Through her work, Eva empowers individuals to release limiting beliefs and embrace their highest truths. Her methods offer a blend of ancient wisdom and modern spirituality, creating pathways to joy, intuition, and authenticity. Her work serves as an invitation to embrace lifeâs possibilities with openness and surrender.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
Have openness. There are other possibilities out there you might not have known about yet. Look into them and give them a try. We experience very intense times on Earth and collectively and individually. And we have these tools now available, and they are helping us. It is such a great opportunity if youâre open to it.
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Learn more at em-healing.comNext Elevations: nextelevations.comSubscribe to Evaâs YouTube ChannelFollow Eva on Instagram: @_em_healing_Produced by NOVA
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Maayan Gordon is a renowned community-building expert with over a billion video views and millions of followers. Her journey from personal challenges to entrepreneurial success has made her a sought-after authority on creating thriving communities. Maayan specializes in helping individuals and businesses foster meaningful connections that drive engagement, loyalty, and success.
Maayan emphasizes the importance of purpose in building communities that truly matter. She explains how intentionality and understanding your audienceâs needs are key to creating spaces where members feel a sense of belonging and can contribute meaningfully. Whether for personal growth or business success, communities play a vital role in energizing and empowering individuals to take action.
Maayanâs advice is simple yet profound: dedicate at least five minutes daily to reconnect with your meaning and purpose. This small but powerful habit helps align your actions with your values and keeps you motivated to tackle lifeâs challenges. As Maayan reminds us, life is hard, but staying connected to what truly matters can be transformative.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
No matter how busy you are, set aside a minimum of five minutes to just reconnect with your meaning and your purpose every single day. Making this a part of your day every single day to keep you aligned and oriented is so powerful.
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Learn more at maayangordon.comConnect with Maayan on LinkedInFollow Maayan on Instagram: @maayangordonmediaProduced by NOVA
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In this transformative episode, Dr. Richard sits down with Melissa Osorio, bestselling author and transformational speaker, to discuss her powerful journey from childhood trauma to self-discovery and healing. Melissa opens up about her past, including a tumultuous childhood in Venezuela and the profound impact of her father's murder. After years of struggling to fit societal norms, she found healing through plant medicine, specifically ayahuasca.
Melissa shares the science behind ayahuasca, how it helps unlock repressed trauma, and the importance of integrating these insights into daily life. Her book, Hidden Memories: How to Discover Whatâs Blocking You from Life and Love, serves as a guide for anyone seeking to overcome emotional roadblocks. Melissaâs story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of self-awareness.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
Become more aware of your actions and emotionsâ not to just live life on autopilot, but question yourself. And if you find things that don't fit, I encourage you to really look for the answers, however you want to, relentlessly.
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Read âHidden Memories: Discover What's Blocking You from Life and Loveâ by Melissa OsorioFollow Melissa Osorio on Instagram: @Melissa_Osorio_RemembersLearn more at Melissa-Osorio.comProduced by NOVA
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In this episode, Carly Fauth, fitness instructor and founder of FitFun Carly, shares her incredible journey of overcoming triple-negative breast cancer.
Carly discusses how movement and fitness became her lifeline during treatment, helping her build both mental and physical resilience. She offers insights from her book, Pray for the Bear: An Ordinary Person's Guide to Unlocking Extraordinary Personal Strength, including the importance of naming your challengesâlike her tumor âBelindaââto make them less daunting.
Carly also emphasizes the power of community, urging listeners to surround themselves with people who uplift and support them. Her practical advice on staying present, building strength, and maintaining hope in adversity is sure to inspire anyone facing lifeâs toughest battles.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
Don't lose hope. Always look for that bright light. Keep your eye on the horizon and believe in yourself. You are always stronger than you think you are.
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Read Carly Fauthâs book âPray for the Bear: An Ordinary Person's Guide to Unlocking Extraordinary Personal Strengthâ Listen to Carly Fauthâs podcast âChemo Coffee TalkâLearn more at FitFunCarly.comFollow Carly Fauth on Instagram: @FitFunCarlyProduced by NOVA
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Becca Powers, a high-achieving Fortune 500 sales executive, found herself facing an emotional collapse despite her outward success. Known for her leadership and accolades, including generating $500 million in annual revenue, Beccaâs defining moment came not in the boardroom but on her bathroom floor. Her story reminds us that true success starts within.
Beccaâs journey to becoming a Kundalini Yoga teacher and author wasnât glamorous or immediate. She returned to work the day after her breakdown, learning to rebuild her life step by step. From setting boundaries to reconnecting with childhood joys like writing and creativity, she transformed not only her career but also her health and relationships. Becca's story emphasizes that small, intentional changes can lead to profound shifts in life.
Her advice? Take time to rediscover what once lit you up. Whether itâs a childhood hobby or a long-forgotten passion, integrating these elements into your life can reignite your radiance. âTime is an excuse,â Becca says. Even 18 minutes a day can create a meaningful impact over time.
Beccaâs books, Harness Your Inner CEO and A Return to Radiance, offer practical strategies for embracing your full potential. Her message is clear: You deserve to live a life that is alive.
Let Beccaâs journey inspire you to start your own path toward a radiant and fulfilling life.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
You deserve to live a life that is alive. You deserve to return to your radiance and experience the gifts that are in it.
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Learn more at BeccaPowers.comRead âA Return to Radianceâ by Becca PowersRead âHarness Your Inner CEOâ by Becca PowersCheck out âThe Workplace Burnout Workbookâ by Becca PowersFollow Becca Powers on Instagram: @BeccaPowers1313Produced by NOVA
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In this episode of The Daily Helping, Dr. Richard Shuster is joined by Kayla Logue, a trailblazer committed to empowering individuals to redefine their paths and take charge of their destinies. A bestselling author and founder of the nonprofit Move Into Words, Kayla shares her inspiring journey of self-discovery and transformation.
Kayla opens up about her pivotal moment during the COVID-19 pandemic when she realized she was living a life dictated by societal norms rather than her true desires. With only $900, she decided to start over, redefining success and embracing radical accountability. Through her nonprofitâs initiative, Operation One Million Journals, Kayla aims to bring clarity and purpose to countless young professionals by fostering journaling as a tool for growth.
Her latest book, Always Squeezing Lemons, takes readers on a journey of resilience, self-forgiveness, and the pursuit of purpose. In this conversation, Kayla breaks down her â3 Dsâ frameworkâDream It, Define It, Do Itâoffering actionable advice for creating a life of meaning and contribution.
Tune in to discover how journaling became the cornerstone of Kaylaâs transformation, why redefining your inner circle matters, and how a shift from consumption to contribution can ignite passion and purpose in your life.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
When you realize you can be the cause, problem, and solution for everything in your life, your world changes. That's a simple mindset shift that things out of our control give us a lot of anxiety, whether we realize it or not. But if we can really reframe anything that's bothering us, what control do we have in that moment? And what can we do to release distress or take that away from us? But at the end of the day, we are the only ones in control of our actions and our responses. And when we can really live life that way, it's interesting how your perspective starts to change.
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Learn more about Kayla Logueâs Move Into Words nonprofit and its Operation One Million Journals initiativeRead âAlways Squeezing Lemonsâ by Kayla LogueCheck out Kaylaâs website: KaylaLogue.comFollow Kayla on Instagram: @KaylaLogueProduced by NOVA
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In this uplifting episode of The Daily Helping, Dr. Richard Shuster welcomes Paul Ollinger, a nationally touring comedian, writer, and host of the Reasonably Happy podcast. With a career that spans opening for stars like Chelsea Handler and LL Cool J to being an early employee at Facebook, Paul shares his remarkable journey of self-discovery, creativity, and personal fulfillment.
Paul opens up about leaving a high-powered corporate role to chase his dream of comedy and the identity crisis that followed. He delves into the nuanced relationship between money, happiness, and purpose, which became the foundation for his latest book, Reasonably Happy: Essays on Money, Work, and Other Things That Piss Me Off. Through humor, storytelling, and reflections on Stoic philosophy, Paul reveals how finding "reasonable happiness" can lead to a more content and balanced life.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
Take the time to be grateful and be specific.
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Find all things Paul Ollinger at PaulOllinger.comRead Ryan Holidayâs books on StoicismRead âHow Good Do We Have To Be?âRead âGood Enough ParentâRead âOption BâProduced by NOVA
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In this powerful and inspiring episode, Dr. Richard Schuster welcomes Michele Blood, an internationally celebrated songwriter, speaker, and transformational teacher. Michele shares her extraordinary journey from being a successful rock singer in Australia to a life-changing accident that led her down the path of self-discovery and enlightenment.
Michele opens up about her recovery process and how affirmations became a cornerstone of her healing. She turned her affirmations into songs, creating a genre that harmonizes music with positive transformation. Throughout her journey, Michele collaborated with iconic figures like Bob Proctor, Dr. Deepak Chopra, and Jack Canfield, all while developing tools and programs to help others uncover their inner light.
Tune in to learn how decluttering your environment can shift your energy, why living in the moment is transformative, and how embracing meditation can unlock a heart glow that propels you toward joy and fulfillment. Plus, hear Micheleâs practical advice on embracing your uniqueness to serve others and find happiness.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
Please know that you are so loved and you are not just a human being. You are a powerful spirit. You are immortal consciousness. And God, whatever you choose to call God, literally wants you to have everything that will give you happiness. Because once you have that happiness, you start to have more compassion for others and you don't wanna see suffering. You don't have to suffer. You're never alone. You've come to Dr. Richard because he is a soul who cares and knows that about you. So know that you may, if you ever feel alone, know that you are not. You are never, ever alone and you are loved.
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Learn more at MicheleBlood.com/DailyHelping Read âThe Magic Of Affirmation Powerâ by Michele BloodRead âThink and Grow Richâ by Napoleon HillProduced by NOVA
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What if you could tap into a deeper, intuitive understanding of yourself and the world? Thatâs exactly what Happy Ali, author of The Intuition Bible: How and When to Tap Into Your Inner Wisdom, teaches us. A master NLP practitioner and clinical hypnotherapist, Happyâs journey began with an extraordinary life eventâa self-induced near-death experience that changed his perspective forever. Emerging from despair with newfound clarity, he legally adopted the name Happy to reflect his commitment to joy and positivity.
Happyâs story is a testament to the power of intuition and perspective. His journey has not been without hardshipâlosing a son at a young age being one of his greatest challengesâbut his ability to reframe and access inner wisdom has allowed him to thrive and help others. For Happy, the secret to happiness lies in perspective: âLife offers two poolsâmuddy or clear waterâand the choice of where to swim is yours.â
If youâre seeking practical ways to enhance your intuition, Happy suggests starting small. Try this: ask yourself a question with a clear âyesâ or ânoâ answer and focus on the sensations in your body. Over time, youâll learn to trust your inner compass. As Happy says, âYour intuition is like a whisperâitâs quiet but powerful, guiding you to a more fulfilling life.â
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
Don't look at life as something fixed and don't look at yourself as something that's trapped in a box of your own judgment and other people's beliefs. There is so much more to this world and the only way to access the best version of you is to release these preconceived notions of who you think you are and who others are. Just play in this world, be more curious, bring back the child within you that didn't care about results and just played because there is so much more to this world. And you're never alone. There's always lots of, whether it's your subconscious or your spirit guides or God or angels, you always have eternal support and it only can be accessed when you open your mind up to it and allow that information to come through. Because life is hard enough to do it on your own. So let's not do it on our own.
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Read âThe Intuition BibleâListen to the Happy Insights podcastFollow Happy Ali on Instagram: @HappyInsightsOfficialCheck out Happyâs LinktreeProduced by NOVA
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In this episode of The Daily Helping, host Dr. Richard Shuster sits down with Dr. Victoria Rader, a renowned possibility coach and founder of YU2Shine, whose pioneering work in quantum personal development is transforming lives worldwide. With her expertise in blending quantum techniques and spiritual wisdom, Victoria empowers individuals to break free from limitations and embrace their fullest potential. She has authored best-selling books, developed transformative tools like the Empower-mE apps, and her teachings have been featured across prominent media outlets.
Victoria shares her inspiring journey, starting with her early experiences of deep intuition and personal challenges growing up in the Soviet Union, which led her to a profound understanding of internal freedom. From her âquantum pioneerâ perspective, Victoria explains how quantum science opens doors to infinite possibilities and sheds light on the âlaw of receiving and giving.â This revolutionary law challenges conventional wisdom on abundance by emphasizing that genuine prosperity flows when we first receive fully, allowing us to give unconditionally.
This conversation dives deep into how self-sabotage and hidden beliefs can limit us, and Victoria offers actionable insights for breaking these patterns. She highlights the importance of embracing our unique differences and provides a free resource on overcoming self-sabotaging behaviors to help listeners take meaningful steps toward a life of purpose and abundance.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
If this infinite universe had a better way to fill in the place and time that you currently occupy, it would have done so. But it has not. So you, as you are, are an exact, intricate, beautiful, powerful, magnificent piece of the puzzle. Remember that and start releasing everything that's unworthy of that.
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Grab Your Free Quantum Leap Guide Today at MyGiftOffer.comLearn more at YU2SHINE.comProduced by NOVA
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In this powerful Veterans Day episode of The Daily Helping, Dr. Richard Shuster speaks with Marine combat veteran and mental health advocate Joe Smarro. Joe, a former police officer and crisis intervention leader, shares his deeply personal journey from a troubled childhood to military service and ultimately to his work as the CEO of SolutionPoint+, where he focuses on eradicating suicide among first responders.
Joe opens up about his past struggles with trauma and his mission to bring empathy and compassion into policing. His story, featured in the Emmy-winning documentary Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops, underscores the importance of connection over authority when serving communities. Joe shares his unique "connection before correction" approach and discusses how empathy can transform crisis response, ultimately helping both first responders and the communities they serve.
The Biggest Helping: Todayâs Most Important Takeaway
Not only are you lovedâ and I know that's like, oh, you just say thatâ man, woman, it doesn't matter to me. When we can understand that love is just like empathy, it's our superpower. I love you all. I love you, Dr. Richard, I just met you. Why? Because you're a person on your journey, trying to do good for other people and that's worthy and deserving. And I just wish all people would understand that you deserve to be loved, regardless of the thoughts you've had, the choices you've made, the mistakes you've made, the people you've hurt, the wrong you've done, regardless of all of it, you deserve to be loved. And you have to start by accepting that and acknowledging that and understanding that for yourself. Because when you accept your own truth of âI am worthy and I am lovable,â it makes it so much easier to connect with other people and love them as well.
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Thank you for joining us on The Daily Helping with Dr. Shuster. Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to download more food for the brain, knowledge from the experts, and tools to win at life.
Resources:
Learn more at JoeSmarro.comCheck out SolutionPointPlus.comRead âUnarmed: De-Escalation Techniques to Cultivate Courage, Compassion, & ConnectionâConnect with Joe Smarro on Instagram: @joesmarroFind Joe Smarro on LinkedInFriend Joe Smarro on FacebookProduced by NOVA
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