Do you ever feel like you're constantly giving but not getting the respect or support you deserve? Are you left feeling drained, unappreciated, and stuck in the same cycle with no hope for change? Matt Gerlach joins to share how he broke this cycle and began setting healthy boundaries. It wasn't easy learning to say no, but it was pivotal in him discovering who he is and standing by what's important to him.

As Matt focused on implementing boundaries, both personally and professionally, he discovered his worth and began addressing financial fears that were subconsciously impacting his decisions and actions. Matt is now living from a place of resiliency and confidence, continuing to experience personal growth and helping others to bring about change within their own lives.

In this episode, you will be able to:

· Setting healthy boundaries in relationships for improved personal well-being and happier connections.

· Discover financial fears and gain an understanding of how they can negatively impact your life without your awareness of the fears.

· Focus on your personal development and improve your position in the professional environment.

· Work through life transitions with confidence and resilience, empowering yourself to overcome new challenges.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:09:39 - Importance of Self-Reflection and Patience

00:14:35 - Importance of Goal Setting

00:25:29 - Self-Discovery and Personal Growth

00:27:29 - Financial Trauma and Career Change

00:32:24 - Healing Journey and Setting Boundaries

00:39:51 - Understanding Anxiety and Healing

00:42:27 - Setting Boundaries in Business

Connect with Matt Gerlach

Website

https://www.mattgerlach.com

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/in/matt-gerlach/

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/iammattgerlach/

Facebook

facebook.com/mattggerlach

Connect with Mike Forrester

Podcast Website

https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com

Coaching Website

https://www.hicoachmike.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike

Facebook

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Let's talk about emotional intelligence - what it is and how it can impact your life. If you're feeling trapped in a cycle of emotional outbursts and inner turmoil, you're not alone! Struggling to manage your emotions can lead to strained relationships and missed opportunities at work. But what if there was a way to break free from this cycle and experience a genuine sense of emotional stability and consistency? In this episode, Noble Gibbens gives a behind-the-scenes look at the powerful impact of emotional intelligence and how it can improve your mental well-being.

Noble Gibbens, also known as the EQ Gangster, is coach, speaker and host of the EQ Gangster Podcast who specializes in emotional intelligence. With a background as a West Point grad and Ranger-qualified officer, he chats about the struggles with his emotions and inner chaos, and how it brought about negative results in his life and relationships. He shares about his own ongoing journey of personal growth, this not only makes him an invaluable resource for those of us seeking to improve our emotional intelligence, he shows that it's possible to live a life free of the overwhelming rage we can feel prisoner to in our day-to-day life and connections.

In this episode, you will be able to:

· Mastering Emotional Intelligence for Leaders: Elevate your leadership skills by understanding and managing emotions effectively.

· Overcoming Past Identities: Uncover the power of letting go of the past to shape a healthier and happier future.

· Impact of Emotional Health on Families: Discover how emotional well-being can positively influence your family dynamics.

· Building Emotional Fitness: Strengthen your mental resilience and well-being through emotional fitness strategies.

· Learning Emotional Intelligence Communication Techniques: Improve your communication skills by mastering emotional intelligence techniques.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:12:41 - Defining Emotional Intelligence

00:16:19 - EQ in Personal and Professional Life

00:19:24 - Improving Communication with EQ

00:33:20 - Impact of Emotional Intelligence

00:47:36 - The Fear of Emotions

00:51:51 - The Stigma Around Men's Mental Health

00:54:13 - Family Exercise for Emotional Intelligence

Connect with Nobel Gibbens

Website

https://www.eqgangster.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/noble-gibbens-a2748323/

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/thenoblegibbens/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/noble.gibbens

Connect with Mike Forrester

Podcast Website

https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com

Coaching Website

https://www.hicoachmike.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike

Facebook

Do you find yourself being top of your game at work, yet when you get home, you feel inadequate and struggle to make things work? John Hall, a seasoned tech executive found himself in a challenging 25-year marriage, but an accident one day provided him with his wake-up call. Through self-awareness John found childhood wounds negatively impacting his life, he began looking to increase his emotional well-being and remove relational conflicts.

John began experiencing transformation within his life through breathwork and somatic work. After 30 years as a tech executive, he is now sharing his knowledge and insights with executives and entrepreneurs to optimize their performance at work and home. His personal journey from adversity to peace shows that change is possible for all of us. Join me to how John addressed limiting beliefs and developed self-awareness through breathwork, how it can be an invaluable resource if you're seeking personal development and growth in your life.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Unravel the power of overcoming personal challenges in life.
• Harness the potential of breathwork for peak performance.
• Navigate the transition from corporate to entrepreneurship with confidence.
• Cultivate the art of building healthy relationships with men.
• Tackle limiting beliefs head-on with the transformative power of breathwork.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:09:54 – Dichotomy between work and home life

00:14:42 - The Impact of Childhood Wounds on Relationships

00:17:37 - Inner Work Impacting Professional Life

00:19:36 - The Power of Pause and Self-Awareness

00:29:17 - The Power of Somatic Awareness

00:30:38 - Starting an Awareness Practice

00:34:12 - Mindfulness and Breath Work

00:15:12 - Overcoming Challenges

Connect with John Hall

Website

https://breathe-with.me/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnthomashall/

Instagram

http://instagram.com/johnhallcoaching

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/johnhallcoaching

Connect with Mike Forrester

Podcast Website

https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com

Coaching Website

https://www.hicoachmike.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/hicoachmike

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/hicoachmike

Joel Gandara’s journey is proof of the power of a positive mindset and the impact of resiliency. At the young age of 9 years old, along with his parents and brother, he made a perilous journey by boat from Cuba to the US. Over the next 10 years he experienced the struggle of going to school not speaking English, getting in with the wrong crowd and going to jail, but this wasn't his path, he made the decision to change his life forever!

At 22, he bought his first house, and over the years, he bought more houses. Just because we make good decisions doesn't mean we won't face adversity and challenges. Due to the economy, Joel found himself releasing those houses. His persistence and mindset carried him through this hurdle and others he would encounter within business. Looking at the bigger and long-term picture, he was able to take actions that ultimately led to the personal and professional success he desired.

In this episode, you will be able to:

· Discover the power of perseverance in overcoming life's toughest challenges.

· Unleash your potential through the dynamics of relations and being encouraged to see additional possibilities.

· Understand the impact of mindset on achieving your goals and finding success.

· Develop and nurture healthy relationships for a more fulfilling personal and professional life.

· Implement proven strategies for unlocking personal and professional growth.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:09:11 - Conquering Fear and Building Resilience

00:10:53 - Seeking Growth through Discomfort

00:13:27 - Joel Gandara's Decision to Change

00:17:41 - Perseverance and Hard Work

00:21:50 - Shifting Mindset and Leveling Up

00:27:36 - Gratitude and Motivation

00:34:50 - Building Relationships

00:41:49 - Importance of Being Vigilant

Connect with Joel Gandara

Website

www.31DailyChallenges.com

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelgandara/

Instagram

www.instagram.com/joelgandara

Connect with Mike Forrester

Podcast Website

https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com

Coaching Website

https://www.hicoachmike.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/hicoachmike

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/hicoachmike

Devon Ash joins us to share about social fluency and human connection. From moving throughout his childhood on a yearly basis and then having skin cancer at the young age of 23, he learned practical strategies for reading the room, understanding body language, high-status humor and enhancing conversational agility. Devon then moved on to helping countless individuals navigate social situations with confidence and authenticity.

Devon discusses the importance of facing discomfort as a means to build confidence and resilience. He explains that the journey of social fluency is slow and steady, and allowing yourself to gradually face small fears can lead to significant personal transformation. Devon exposes the damage we inflict from making self-deprecating jokes compared with boosting your self-confidence through high-level humor. Devon stresses the significance of taking action regardless of your current situation or experience level, that starting somewhere and making consistent efforts is better than waiting for the perfect moment.

In this episode, you will be able to:

· Mastering social fluency skills for effortless interactions and meaningful connections.

· Changing your perception by ditching self-deprecating jokes and boosting your self-confidence.

· Projecting confidence and charisma in social situations for more fulfilling interactions.

· Unveiling the power of social connections for personal growth and professional success.

· Unleashing high-status humor techniques to captivate and engage your audience.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:10:04 – What is Social Fluency

00:15:52 - Overcoming Ingrained Behavior

00:18:08 - Seeking Acceptance and Self-Worth

00:26:44 - Creating Change through Behavior

00:31:48 - Developing a Healthy Self-Worth

00:33:43 - Understanding Status and Self-Perception

00:34:27 - Overcoming Discomfort through Daily Challenges

00:36:24 - Gradual Progress and Building Endurance

Connect with Devon Ash

Website

http://www.socialfluency.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/socialfluency

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/social_fluency/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/devon.ash

Connect with Mike Forrester

Podcast Website

https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com

Coaching Website

https://www.hicoachmike.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/hicoachmike

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/hicoachmike

From a childhood filled with anger and abuse to overcoming that engrained anger by practicing the 5 love languages, Paul Zolman has changed his trajectory in life 180 degrees. Paul talks about his sister-in-law revealing to his girlfriend the only emotion the Zolman family knew was anger. Wanting to dispute this statement, Paul found himself reacting in anger, which sealed the deal and brought the realization front and center for Paul. Determined not to have this remain as a truth in his life he set out to discover how to change and express love instead.

One of Paul's resources was the book 'The 5 Love Languages' by Gary Chapman. After reading it multiple times, he felt no closer to understanding how to determine someone's love language. In his quest to express love through love languages, he created a set of love language dice. By using them, he transformed the way he showed love to everyone throughout his day, as well as increasing his ability to receive love. Join us to discover the power of intentional love and its deep impact on creating lasting, meaningful relationships.

In this episode, you will be able to:

· Transform anger into love and improve your relationships.

· Understand and apply love languages to deepen your connections.

· Learn strategies for personal growth through love to enrich your life.

· Cultivate self-awareness and kindness for more fulfilling relationships.

· Build healthier family dynamics and create a more harmonious home.

00:07:41 - Determining Who You Want to Be

00:15:17 - Childhood Challenges and Family Dynamics

00:19:20 - Recognizing Family Patterns

00:22:27 - What are the Love Language Dice

00:25:03 - Understanding Love Languages

00:31:30 - Breaking Generational Habits

00:44:47 - The Impact of Kindness

Connect with Paul Zolman

Website

https://www.roleoflove.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/roleoflovedice

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/roleoflovedice

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/roleoflovedice

Connect with Mike Forrester

Podcast Website

https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com

Coaching Website

https://www.hicoachmike.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/hicoachmike

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/hicoachmike

Quit waiting for some day and start living today. How many times have you heard someone say "I'll enjoy life when I retire" or when "the kids get older"? Sadly, these are common excuses, ones that people often don't get to see or experience. Angelo Valenti joins me to share the key to living a fulfilling life and prioritizing what truly matters. He pulls back the curtain on this delayed happiness mindset and invites us to instead seize joy in the present moment. Angelo highlights the significance of focusing on joy over fleeting happiness.

Angelo is an author and coach with a 42-year career in business psychology. He teaches us the art of finding joy amid adversity by revealing his personal journey, including the resilience he learned from his wife's battle with ALS. Angelo talks about the freedom in finding our identity beyond work and the importance of creating memories with our families today rather than waiting for some milestone years or decades in the future. He shares a path to a more fulfilled life, emphasizing that joy is within our reach and often starts with a shift in perspective.

In this episode, you will be able to:

· Choose forgiveness to heal relationships and find inner peace.

· Create meaningful memories today with loved ones that last a lifetime.

· Cherish the present moment to experience true joy and fulfillment.

· Pursue joy and contentment rather than chasing elusive feelings of happiness

· Reframe challenging memories and experiences to find valuable lessons

The key moments in this episode are:

00:08:54 - Difference Between Joy and Happiness

00:14:19 - Finding Your Identity During Career Changes

00:17:29 - Discovering Joy at Work

00:18:49 - Practicing Gratitude

00:22:00 - Finding Humor and Joy in Life

00:32:37 - Creating Meaningful Memories with Children

00:39:31 - The Power of Making Memories

Connect with Angelo Valenti

Website

https://angelovalenti.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelovalentiphd

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/doctorangelovalenti/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/AngeloValentiAuthor/

Connect with Mike Forrester

Podcast Website

https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com

Coaching Website

https://www.hicoachmike.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/hicoachmike

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/hicoachmike

Do you want to achieve financial stability while raising a closely-knit family? Jason Weening unlocked financial freedom for his family and talks about being a dad to his nine children, with one more bouncing baby coming soon. He shares his insights on overcoming debt, being a present father and nurturing a strong marriage.

Jason walks us through his personal journey of overcoming financial struggles and the importance of being intentional with your time, energy and family activities. He openly discusses the impact of seeking help, learning from mistakes and the transformative effect of adopting Dave Ramsey's financial principles. Throughout the episode, Jason emphasizes the value of integrating family into daily activities and finding balance during the challenges of everyday life.

In this episode, you will be able to:

· Learn how to take control of your finances and work towards a debt-free life.

· Navigating financial struggles as a dad, overcoming financial challenges while providing for your family.

· Uncover the positive impact of including your family in your hobbies and how it can strengthen your connections.

· Explore ways to build deeper relationships and create lasting memories with your children.

· Find out how to integrate your personal passions into your family life.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:11:59 - Overcoming Financial Struggles

00:13:26 - Build An Emergency Fund for Financial Security

00:27:48 - Overcoming Mistakes and Finding Hope

00:29:36 - Intentionally Engaging with Your Children

00:35:37 - Strengthening Your Marriage Relationship

00:39:38 - Integrating Family Life

00:40:58 - Quality Time with Kids

00:43:26 - Social Media vs Reality

Connect with Jason Weening

Website

https://heydads.ca/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-weening-024950139/

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/jasonweening/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/jason.weening

Connect with Mike Forrester

Podcast Website

https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com

Coaching Website

https://www.hicoachmike.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/hicoachmike

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/hicoachmike