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Hey Tribe,In this latest episode of Tough Talks we're exploring the intriguing intersection of mental toughness and the transformative power of psilocybin with none other than Cate Ritter, a licensed psilocybin facilitator and a beacon in the wellness community. Join us as we delve into the profound insights and personal experiences Cate brings to the table, illuminating the impactful role of psychedelics in fostering mental health and mastery.
In our conversation, Cate unpacks the meticulous preparation required for psychedelic sessions, emphasizing the necessity of a safe and nurturing environment. She shares her wisdom on crafting personalized playlists and the thoughtful inclusion of personal comfort items, all aimed at enhancing the psilocybin journey.
We also get a glimpse into Cate's recent feature in Golf Digest magazine and her pioneering research into microdosing for athletes, particularly golfers. She talks about the financial support available through the psilocybin access fund and the diverse backgrounds of her clients, who often return for multiple sessions to deepen their personal growth and healing.
We explore the potential for life-altering experiences and the profound insights that can emerge from psilocybin journeys. We emphasize the critical importance of integration and ongoing work after the journey to ensure lasting effects. Cate's commitment to reducing unnecessary suffering through psychedelic substances is nothing short of inspiring.Here's a breakdown of some of the key moments in our conversation:
00:00 Get notifications and updates at ChristopherDorris.com/lists.
04:13 Exploring relationship between mental toughness and psilocybin.
09:25 3-month jungle training with indigenous healers. Traumatic.
10:59 Traumatic jungle experiences lead to psilocybin advocacy.
16:09 Prep sessions help inward journey with mushrooms.
16:54 Prep, journey, integration, arrival, product, options, taste.
22:17 Retreats in other countries can be challenging.
25:00 Psilocybin can be a helpful teacher.
27:17 Psilocybin experiences have profound and meaningful effects.
32:39 Curating playlists based on sound therapy expertise.
35:35 Submit info through contact form, social equity options.
37:38 Cate is an expert who commits fully.
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How many people do you know who were inducted into TEN - yeah, you heard it - TEN different Halls of Fame?!
How many coaches do you know who were the National Coach of the Year 8 times? Or won 6 National Championships? Coached the ONLY undefeated team in NCAA Division 1 Golf history? Is the PAC 12 Conference Coach of THE CENTURY?!?! And the list goes on.
Well, you're about to meet her. Coach Linda Vollstedt is her name and I sat down recently with her to have an epic conversation during which she was remarkably generous with sharing her secrets to extreme success.
And you might be surprised by some of the methodologies that she relied upon to win so damn much. LOVE is one of them. LOVE. And she preaches that unapologetically. When someone says to her, "Oh you used 'soft skills'?" she just points to the trophy case and says, "If those are soft, I guess."
Don't miss this episode.
01:04 Introducing Linda Volstead02:00 Linda's Achievements and Contributions03:00 Memories and Influences05:46 Discussing Mental Toughness06:42 Preparing for the Magical Moment10:31 Linda's Three Principles13:42 The Importance of Energy and Vibes21:10 Applying the Principles: A Case Study24:02 The Power of Positive Energy25:09 Personal Experiences and Reflections27:49 Lunch with Linda and the Magic of Life28:13 Understanding and Managing Your Energy28:38 The Power of Positive Thinking and Energy Management28:49 Channeling Passion and Energy in the Right Direction29:47 The Importance of Positive Reinforcement30:22 The Law of Attraction and the Power of Positivity30:50 The Game We Love: Life Lessons from Golf34:32 Creating a Positive Team Culture37:11 The Power of Music in Elevating State and Managing Energy40:44 Learning from Mentors and Influences46:24 Closing Thoughts and Appreciation47:05 The Undefeated Team: A Story of Triumph -
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I interviewed my dear friend and mentor, Dr. William Maxwell. We delved into EQ (emotional quotient) and its relevance in predicting success. We talked about the power of thinking and its impact on our lives. Dr. Maxwell shared how he initially became fascinated with thinking and the importance of addressing the falling IQ of children. The conversation touched on the potential for humans to evolve beyond racism and the role of travel in broadening perspectives. Dr. Maxwell emphasized the importance of family strength and the impact it has on a child's success, the idea that every child is a potential genius, and we explored ways to strengthen the mind, such as listening to great music and playing games. Dr. Maxwell shared the Inventive Quotient, a series of games he designed to enhance intelligence and problem-solving skills. And we wrapped our conversation with his belief in the evolution of the human race toward universal thinking.Here are some highlights and key takeaways you can expect:- How we use our mind shapes our lives, and by getting our mind right, everything else falls into place.- The falling IQ of children is a serious problem that needs to be addressed.- EQ (emotional quotient) is a better predictor of success than IQ (intelligence quotient).- Humans have the potential to evolve beyond racism and embrace universal thinking.- Family strength is the number one determinant of success, and the love and support from family play a vital role in a child's development.- Every child has the potential to be a genius, and it is important to create an environment that nurtures their talents and interests.- Listening to great music and playing games can strengthen the mind and enhance cognitive abilities.- The human race is evolving toward universal thinking and embracing the interconnectedness of all beings.Key Episode References:⢠"Thinking" - Edited by William Maxwell: A book on the expanding frontier of human thought⢠"The Biology of Love" by Humberto Maturana: A book on the biological and emotional basis of love and human relationships ⢠"Culture Against Man" by Jules Henry: A book on the negative effects of American culture on individual and social well-being⢠"The Geography of Genius" by Eric Weiner: A book on the connection between place and creativity throughout history ⢠"Super Parenting: Child Rearing for the New Millennium" by William Maxwell: A book on the best practices to nurture genius in children ⢠"Physics of the Impossible" by Michio Kaku: A book on the scientific exploration of the world of phasers, force fields, teleportation, and time travel https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Physics_of_the_Impossible⢠"Beyond Einstein" by Michio Kaku: A book on the cosmic quest for the theory of the universe ⢠Oneness University (India): A center for learning and enlightenment inspired by Sri Amma and Sri Bhagavan ⢠Inventive Quotient Game - Available for purchase through American Creek Academy (under construction): A patented course in logical reasoning for children
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In our latest installment of Tough Talks, weâre going ALL IN! with our awe-inspiring guest - the inimitable Guru Ganesha. Take a deep dive with us into the realm of business challenges and the critical need for innovative solutions.We talk about the dual commitment necessary in the sales process, compelling us to recognize if potential buyers are truly all-in for finding a solution. Weâre also delving into the might of personal presence in achieving professional victory and how nurturing a serene confidence can revolutionize our existence.But hold tight, weâre just warming up. Guru Ganesha escorts us through his own life odyssey, from scrubbing dishes to recording in the Big Apple with a dream band, leading all the way to his spiritual enlightenment. Brace yourself for an enthralling dialogue that will motivate you to confront challenges head-on and discover your own inner sage.So letâs plunge right in and unearth the pearls of wisdom bestowed by Guru Ganesha in this illuminating episode of Tough Talks.More about GuruGanesha:Website: www.consciousselling.comLinkedIn Company or Organization Page: https://lnkd.in/g7BhGA9LinkedIn Personal Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/guruganesha-khalsa-65987848
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In this episode of Tough Talks, we have back with us a truly remarkable guest, Jeff Nyce, a retired SWAT team commander and a two-time survivor of terminal illnesses.
Despite being diagnosed with his third terminal illness ALS also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, Jeff continues to choose to live and embrace a positive mindset as he keeps pushing forward.
Jeff's story teaches us that Mental Toughness is about creating from all circumstances, even those most would consider tragic. He has overcome the odds twice, and is looking to make it three times now as he continues to choose to live every day.
Due to his physical limitations, we have utilized artificial intelligence to recreate his voice and convey his powerful message.Join us as Jeff shares his insights on the mind-body relationship, the importance of exercise, and the factors that contribute to sustained health in the face of a devastating diagnosis. Prepare to be inspired by Jeff's incredible resilience and determination.
#ToughTalks #JeffNyce #SWATCommander #ChrisDorris #MentalToughnessCoach #FightingCancer #CardiacAmyloidosisSurvivor #ALSFighter #FailuresNotAnOption #MentalToughness #Inspiration #ALSAdvocate #AIForHumanity #VoiceCloning #MicahGuller #BIGGIE #DrSpock#AdamSandler#SurvivingTerminalDiagnosis #ThrivingInAdversity
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What's the most important trait/skill of a CEO?Why is it so much more important to hire the RIGHT person vs the "best" person for the job?What does it mean to not let perfection be the enemy of good?How does a corporate culture empower its people to feel safe enough to make mistakes?What does it mean to "execute with extreme prejudice"?These are some of the questions we explore with our guest and CEO of the technical education industry leader Career Certified, Gary Weiss.Gary is a remarkable leader who understands what most leaders do not regarding how to get the most out of your people. "Enable and Empower" is one of his mottos - values, actually. He knows how to build and sustain a culture characterized by trust (can you confirm that, X-Man?). He creates a space where great thinking is nurtured.All of that has a lot to do with why his company is absolutely demolishing it in their industry.And he's got Philly roots!And at the very end of our dialog, we discuss something spectacular that Gary and his wife, Jodi, are doing together to help reduce the amount of unnecessary human suffering in their community. Totally heartwarming!
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I'm so thrilled to be able to introduce you to an absolute Powerhouse (in every way). His name is Siavash Fashi. He's the owner of the enormously successful small gym (very very small, and apparently wonderfully high-vibe and chaotic!) in Culver City, CA named SixPax Gym.
Siavash left Iran, where bodybuilding was illegal and where he dealt with cancer, poverty, and political turmoil. After seven years as a refugee in England and a year in a U.S. prison for using a fake passport, he headed to SoCal to achieve his dreams. With nothing to his name except grit and determination, he was able to build one of the most profitable small gyms in the country.
In our Tough Talks conversation today, we only get through 1/3 of the originally intended content because his story is SO compelling and chock-full of Mental Toughness GOLD.
This guy is a Master Mental Coach and he doesn't even know it!
His story is mesmerizing. Prepare to be in rapture and to be mind-blown by this guy who totally gets the power of using your mind intelligently to create excellence from suffering!
And he JUST published his first book, Small Gym, Big Results! You can find it here: -
"We are on a mission to move minds with mushrooms."That's a quote from his website, www.getumbo.com. His name is Jake "The Snake" Plummer and he is a former NFL quarterback turned mushroom farmer.His new chosen assignment in life is to remind us here in the Western cultures about the profound healing qualities of functional (and hopefully soon-to-be-legalized) psychedelic mushrooms.Join us for a deep dive into the magical nature of "The Fungal Queendom"!p.s. Jake even offered The Tough Talks Tribe a discount on any products. I share that discount code at the very end.
Watch the episode on: https://christopherdorris.com/tough-talks-moving-minds-with-mushrooms-with-jake-the-snake-plummer/
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His speaking career started at age 8 when his iconic minister father had him speak before a church congregation of thousands in his native Ghana. He himself was ordained a minister at age 14. He didn't ask for any of that. So at age 18 he won a green card in the Ghanaian lottery, followed his intuition, and moved to LA, alone, knowing no one, with $800 in his pocket.
He is now one of the world's most recognized leaders in the world of personal development and his name is Kute Blackson.
In our remarkable conversation today, Kute blesses the Tough Talks Podcast Tribe with some legit wisdom pearls!
When I asked him to tell us what he does, his response was, "I don't do. I undo." And he elaborated beautifully upon that.
He also gives us a series of profound questions that we can ask ourselves to help free ourselves from the conditioning of our pasts that governs us.
And he makes clear what it means to "surrender" - and it ain't what most think. In fact, he went on to say, "Surrender is the most powerful thing we can ever do!"
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From Physical Therapist to Co-Owner of the Philadelphia 76ers NBA team to Zen Monk, our guest today is NOT TYPICAL!He IS, however, something very few people ever achieve which you can argue is far less likely than any of the above. He is a Philadelphia LEGEND!His name is Pat Croce and I have known about him for most of my life (having grown up in the Philly area and being a Philly sports fanatic).As a serial entrepreneur, Pat has created many business ventures including my former favorite bar in Key West, Florida (he sold it off and I am not one bit pleased about that!) as well as restaurants and museums in St. Augustine. FL.He's always been fascinated with Pirate Life! He even wrote a kick-ass book on it entitled, The Pirate Handbook.About eight years ago, Pat embarked on a deep inward journey where he unplugged and immersed himself in reading, woodworking, Chinese calligraphy and stillness.A cancer diagnosis inspired his reemergence and we got him back now. And our wildman Philly Boy ain't the same! He's a Zen Master now! He's The Philly Buddha! Imagine THAT!Well, you don't have to imagine. I'm bringing him to you. And you're gonna love him! Tune in as we explore the distinction between pain and suffering, the wisdom of following your enthusiasm, and how to strengthen your "Let It Go Muscle."
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Who has won MVP of The Super Bowl AND had a movie created about his life story? My latest Tough Talks Podcast guest, that's who. Kurt Warner.Kurt's Cinderella story is easily one of the best in NFL history (that's why they made the movie, American Underdog, about it).Through countless trials and tribulations, Kurt and his remarkable wife, Brenda, continuously chose to believe in his passion and his dream until he pulled it off.From food stamps to the Hall of Fame.And according to him, they're just getting started!
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Who says that real personal growth and healing need to be gradual?!
Well, not this guest.
Today we have World Renowned Therapist and Best Selling Author, Marisa Peer, on the show. Marisa is the founder of Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT). RTT is a massively disruptive approach to helping people heal and grow. Because it's - well - RAPID!
She explains to us how our suffering arises from weak thinking and the terrible stories (that are lies) that we tell ourselves all day long. AND, how to stop doing that by reauthoring profound stories and replaying those over and over to become our truths.
She also tells us about a beautiful project she started to help youth create and keep confidence for themselves (this is dear to my heart).
I am beyond thrilled to be able to share Marisa and her expertise with you today!
About Marisa:
Website: https://marisapeer.com
Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMarisaPeer
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marisapeertherapy
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Link to the episode: https://christopherdorris.com/rapid-transformational-therapy/
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What do you do when the wolf knocks on your door? What if the wolf is already inside??
In light of the mass layoffs rippling through the economy, it's particularly important for us all as leaders, employees, business owners, and coaches to be in the practice of Mental Toughness.
This week my team and I have put together a special highlight reel. This collection of poignant and practical tools from world-class leaders and coaches can help us (remember) to use our minds to survive THRIVE during these times. As William Arthur Ward said, "The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails." Let's start adjusting.Here are all the guests from this highlight reel and the links to their full episodes:
Garry Ridge
CEO & Chairman, The WD-40 Company
Iyanla Vanzant
Author & Spiritual Life Coach
Jon Hunter
CRO, Advisor, Coach, Podcaster
Helen Appleby
Author, Speaker & Coach
Reggie Marable
Head of Sales, CMT, for Slack
Phil Gallagher
CEO at Avnet, Inc.Dr. Debbie Crews
Founder/Director of Better Your BestÂŽ Mental Cross-Training Program
Dr. Alan Thompson
Artificial Intelligence Expert
Dr. Alison Arnold
Peak Performance Coachhttps://christopherdorris.com/best-of-tough-talks-8
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Have you ever met someone who is perpetually driven by both the creation of excellence AND fun?! Well, whether you have or you havenât, youâre about to. His name is Reggie Marable and he is a big-time Sales Exec with a fan base larger than the Atlanta Braves! (He's from Atlanta, aka the ATL.)
Reggie truly gets what Mental Toughness means. He has applied Mental Toughness practices to everything he's done in life. He played professional football. He was recently named to the prestigious 100 Black Men of Atlanta organization which creates educational and economic opportunities for African American youth in the ATL. And after Salesforce (where he has been a sales leader for the last 6 years) acquired Slack for $27B (yes, with a "B") in the summer of 2021, they offered Reggie the enormous responsibility to run one of its largest orgs, CMT (Communications, Media, and Technology). For good reason.
In our convo, we discuss some of the practices that he uses to keep himself perpetually inspired and some stellar leadership practices that he relies upon to keep his team inspired as well - especially in challenging times, like now.
Reggie is also an inspirational quote dispenser! Which is awesome. And whatâs more awesome is he lives by them â he walks his talk.
We open up the convo today to explore some of the greatest fears in todayâs economic climate, as well as some of the greatest Mental Toughness practices and disciplines you can use to create excellence in some really challenging times.
More about Reggie:
Website: https://www.slack.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reggie.marable.3
LinkedIn Company page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tiny-spec-inc/
LinkedIn Personal page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reggiemarable/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reglove49/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReggieMarable
This is the Amazon link to his book âThe Blue Print: The Keys to Making BIG Money in Professional Salesâ: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Print-Making-Money-Professional/dp/1770974415
Link to the episode: https://christopherdorris.com/attitude-and-effort-the-2-things-we-can-totally-control-with-reggie-marable/
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Attracting and retaining top talent, helping that talent be and stay clear on their "WHY", maintaining a "healthy paranoia", and demonstrating authentic humility are a few of the most important things that the CRO of Black Swan Data, David Delnero, identifies as keys to success in these challenging times.
I have had the privilege of watching David ascend in the ranks over the course of the last decade and it came as no surprise when he was chosen to lead the sales organization at Black Swan. He is as high as they get when it comes to integrity and you don't need to be in the tech sales industry to benefit from the wisdom he drops here.
More about David:
Website: https://blackswan.com/
Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-delnero-48b99a/
Business LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/black-swan-data/mycompany/
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People in the industry make a pretty convincing argument that the Enterprise Software Industry is the most competitive industry on the planet at the moment. And that means, if youâre interested in creating excellence in that realm, Mental Toughness is mighty handy.
Just canned my latest episode of the Tough Talks Podcast with guest, Larry Shurtz, Chief Revenue Officer at Confluent.
Larry is an icon in the industry known for his firm, predictable and supportive leadership style.
We take a good deep dive into what some of the most important things are these days for sales leaders and salespeople to be practicing these days â both professionally AND personally.
More about Larry:
Website: www.confluent.io/
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/larryshurtz/
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Link to the episode: https://christopherdorris.com/tough-talks-mindset-the-1-variable-in-sales-success-with-larry-shurtz/
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Have you ever heard (or said), "There's just not enough time in the day." Or, "I just wish I had more time." Or, "There's a time for work and a time for play."
Our Tough Talks Guest today, Joe Perrone, Time Wizard (as I like to call him), is here to debunk all of that. Joe made the decision several years ago after a medical emergency to reorganize and reprioritize the way he uses time. Now Joe NEVER complains about not having enough time for the things that matter most. In fact, tomorrow he has a 9:30 am appointment on a Tuesday morning to rake and play in leaves with his 3 year old son.
More about Joe:
Website: https://joeperrone.biz/
Facebook:www.facebook.com/joe.perrone.jr
LinkedIn business page:www.linkedin.com/in/joeon34/
Link to 'The 5 Keys To Time Freedom Free Download': joeperrone.biz/5keys
Link to 'Top Five Regrets of the Dying: A Life Transformed by the Dearly Departing Paperback': https://www.amazon.com/Top-Five-Regrets-Dying-Transformed
Link to the full episode: https://christopherdorris.com/tough-talks-time-wizardry-for-dads-with-joe-perrone/
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This week we have put together another highlight reel from 8 more of our amazing guests who blessed us with their presence and amazingness on the show.
Have a look/listen, and take some tools or tips or reminders away from it that can help you continue to strengthen your mind and build more Mental Toughness.
Guests in this Highlight Reel:
Dan O'Brien
John Kriesel
Sam Calagione
Greg Head
Jon Hunter
Jonathan Keyser
Mary Bea Porter-King
Troy Melendez, PhD---
Link to the episode: https://christopherdorris.com/best-of-tough-talks-7/
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"Demolish what you've created!"
"Demolition is messy!"
"Discover where you suck!"
"Settle into the fact that you're not in control!"
These are just a few of the wisdom bombs that our repeat guest drops for us today.
Welcome back to Jonathan Keyser, Founder of KEYSER Commercial Real Estate. This is JK and CD do Tough Talks 2.0. And in our episode, we discuss how - specifically how - JK reinvented his thriving business in the midst of the pandemic AND how he reinvented himself as well! KEYSER 2.0 and JK 2.0!
"We are in constant disruptive innovation. And we are asking ourselves, where do we need to break something?!"
More about Jonathan:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jonathankeyser/
LinkedIn business page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keyser/
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My guest today is Dr. Troy Melendez. Troy and I went to graduate school together and he is easily one of the most intelligent and fascinating people I have ever known. Wizardly intelligent. He is a therapist who helps folks with addiction recovery. Troy, himself, was addicted to painkillers and that addiction escalated to a very serious and long opioid addiction.
Troy had a remarkable experience with DMT (a hallucinogenic drug also known as âthe Spirit Moleculeâ) before he got clean. It altered his life and he shares that riveting story with us (I was legitimately in rapture as he told that story). And, we dive deeper into the possibilities that certain psychedelic drugs possess for helping people heal from trauma, depression and addiction.
More about Troy:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/troy.melendez.3
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/troy-melendez-ph-d-0a2b2b14
Link to the episode: https://christopherdorris.com/tough-talks-psychedelic-healing-with-troy-melendez-ph-d/
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