Episodes

  • 247: Mastering Charisma & People Skills with Vanessa Van Edwards

    247: Mastering Charisma & People Skills with Vanessa Van Edwards
    Dec 3 2023
    Wondering if it's possible for introverts to become skilled communicators and thrive in social situations? Absolutely. In this episode, Vanessa shares her personal journey, proving that being born as an introvert is just the starting point. With insightful tips, practical advice, and relatable stories, Vanessa empowers both introverts and extroverts to navigate networking, master small talk, and elevate their social skills. Discover how breaking free from limitations can unlock a world of possibilities in the realm of meaningful connections!

    Vanessa Van Edwards is not only a bestselling author but also a researcher specializing in communication and leadership. Widely recognized for her TED Talk, which has over 50 million viewers on YouTube, Vanessa's influence extends to major media outlets such as Inc, Entrepreneur Magazine, CNN, and CBS. Her bestselling book, "Captivate," has been translated into 17 languages. The success continues with her latest release, "Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication," affirming Vanessa's standing as a thought leader in her field.


    TIMESTAMPS:
    1:40 How did Vanessa acquired expertise on social skills
    3:27 What were the main things Vanessa learned on her journey
    4:13 The building blocks of charisma
    7:38 Interpreting body language cues
    13:55 What does competence mean in the context of a first impression?
    16:45 Insights into human connection
    19:23 Dealing with difficult people in our lives
    20:09 Tips on initiating and sustaining a conversation
    23:47 Advice for building self-esteem
    25:50 How to connect with anyone
    26:49 How can you earn respect and inspire followership
    28:30 Practical exercise testing our warmth and competence
    29:24 The five people with whom you spend the majority of your time
    29:50 Final message from Vanessa


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    • Website: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/
    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ScienceOfPeople/videos
    • Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cef35Fk7YD8
    • Blog Articles, Courses & Books: https://shopgr.id/vvanedwards

    The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 247


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    33 mins
  • 246: Change Your Life One Thought at a Time with Jacqueline Hurst

    246: Change Your Life One Thought at a Time with Jacqueline Hurst
    Nov 26 2023
    Have you ever considered the influence our thoughts have on shaping who we are? In this episode, we delve into the impact of the mind on shaping our reality. Life is all about using our mind in a way that helps us feel better, take better actions, and ultimately, get better results. Finding those right thoughts in our mind is key and once we do, everything starts to shift! Join us as we delve into the transformative power of mastering your mind—an essential key to unlocking our best life.

    Jacqueline Hurst is the UK's leading Life Coach operating her private practice in the heart of London’s Mayfair. Over the last 15 years, her commitment to personal growth has taken her across the globe, studying various therapeutic modalities, including Advanced Structured Hypnotherapy, NLP, CBT, and life coaching. Jacqueline's coaching philosophy centers around the belief that true transformation begins by managing the mind. Alongside her coaching enterprise, she is the No.1 International Bestselling Author for her book 'How To Do YOU.' Additionally, she is the founder of "The Life Class," an online school dedicated to life coaching.


    TIMESTAMPS:

    1:53 How does Jacqueline help people
    3:15 The gap between self-improvement & life-coaching
    4:50 The most effective techniques that Jacqueline uses in her coaching
    6:00 How the mind works & how do we actually make change
    8:45 What is NLP?
    9:47 How does the transformation of our thoughts unfold, leading us toward the realization of our ideal mental patterns?
    12:18 Changing our limiting beliefs
    13:54 Main concepts in Jacqueline’s book
    15:36 How do you change the way you think about your self-worth?
    18:44 Jacqueline’s story
    22:57 Tips on staying commited and consistent to growth & healing
    24:19 Jaqueline’s current habits & mindset
    27:15 Guidance on adopting the mindset where one confidently believes that everything will turn out alright
    28:45 Jacqueline’s thoughts on manifestation
    30:10 Making it happen vs letting it happen
    30:39 How does Jacqueline address the topic of body image with her clients
    36:18 Jacqueline’s self-care routine
    38:37 Practical exercise to help our brain
    39:52 Final message from Jacqueline


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    • Website: www.jacquelinehurst.com
    • School: www.thelifeclass.com
    • Book: https://tinyurl.com/3wt3bs64

    The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 246


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    42 mins
  • 245: The Art of Living Fully with Joe Huff & Bridget Hilton

    245: The Art of Living Fully with Joe Huff & Bridget Hilton
    Nov 19 2023
    Frequently, we find ourselves postponing our dreams, thinking they'll happen "someday.” But today we questioned this tendency, inviting a contemplation of life's richness that extends far beyond the conventional metrics of wealth. In this episode, Bridget Hilton, Joe Huff and Aileen Xu navigate the art, science, and path to constructing a life abundant in meaningful experiences.

    Bridget Hilton and Joe Huff are entrepreneurs who have dedicated themselves to the pursuit of experiences. In a world fixated on financial success, they remind us that the regrets of those at life's end barely revolve around money. Instead, the regrets echo the experiences left unexplored. Their journey is a testament to the richness of a life lived intentionally. Their recently released book, "Build a Life Rich in Experiences and Die With No Regrets," serves as a blueprint backed by research on the art, science, and path to building a life rich in experiences.

    TIMESTAMPS
    • 1:53 The Experiential Billionaire concept
    • 2:25 What is the key to a fulfilling life?
    • 2:49 The story of Joe Huff
    • 12:53 The story of Bridget Hilton
    • 22:29 Mindset shift on time
    • 23:47 Mindset shift on experiences
    • 27:54 How do Joe Huff and Bridget Hilton plan their personal goals?
    • 30:27 The wealth metaphor of Experiential Billionaire
    • 32:09 Experiences vs making money
    • 36:29 Action is where all the wealth is
    • 38:39 Treasure map exercise
    • 50:52 Fear of success
    • 52:04 It is possible to make time for everything
    • 1:01:17 What are Joe Huff and Bridget Hilton most excited about for the future?
    • 1:03:38 What is one thing that Aileen wants to do that's on her list for someday?
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    • Bridget's Instagram: @bridgethilton
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    The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 245

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • 244: Mimi Ikonn on Success and Living Authentically

    244: Mimi Ikonn on Success and Living Authentically
    Nov 12 2023
    Discovering the path for your life can be a challenge. To manifest your dream life, it's vital to invest time in clarifying precisely what you desire.

    Join Mimi and Aileen as they talk about the importance of affirmations and manifestation within the realm of business. Discover the vital aspect of persistently putting in the work, overcoming challenges encountered on the journey, and unraveling the key elements contributing to Mimi’s business triumphs.

    Mimi Ikon is an entrepreneurial figure and influencer, renowned as the creator of the hair extension brand, Luxy Hair, which was acquired in 2018. She is also a co-creator at Intelligent Change, the brand who created the 5-minute journal, positively affecting countless lives with her merchandise and content. Instead of letting life take charge, Mimi inspires everyone to take the reins and visualize a life that makes them feel alive and excited.

    TIMESTAMPS
    • 1:50 How Mimi found success as an online creator
    • 6:02 Taking risks in life & serendipities in business
    • 6:24 Organic growth in your brand through alignment and abundance
    • 11:09 What's the motivation that keeps Mimi moving forward?
    • 13:51 The story of creating Inteligent Change & the 5-Minute Journal
    • 16:55 Meditation and gratitude’s role in Mimi’s journey
    • 18:33 The power of having a vision for manifesting
    • 21:49 Current role of Mimi
    • 23:36 Why would you tell a negative story to yourself?
    • 25:44 The vision for Intelligent Change
    • 27:09 Raising our vibrations globally through peace
    • 30:40 Be the change you want to see in the world
    • 34:04 Overcoming challenges that arose along the way
    • 36:11 Intuition & mindset shifting to make your vision a reality
    • 41:26 Separation announcement
    • 58:57 What is the dream life Mimi is creating in 2024?
    • 1:01:14 Define the values you want to live by
    • 1:06:30 Magic happens outside of our comfort zone
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    • Website
    • Instagram: @mimiikon
    • Youtube
    The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 244

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • 243: Deconstructing to Reorganize and Build Your Best Life with Anh Lin

    243: Deconstructing to Reorganize and Build Your Best Life with Anh Lin
    Nov 5 2023
    While we cannot undo or erase our painful traumatic experiences, we certainly learn from these experiences. In this episode, Anh and Aileen discuss how we can heal from our traumas, the importance of trauma therapy, and use your pain to help you find your internal strength to evolve into the healed and whole version of yourself to live a full life.

    Anh Lin is an interior stylist, founder of the faith and lifestyle blog Girl and the Word, and the creator of a video devotional series called The Abundant Life and the author of the new Christian nonfiction, Forever Home: Moving Beyond Brokenness to Build a Strong and Beautiful Life.


    TIMESTAMPS:

    02:18 Anh Lin’s mission and purpose for what she does
    05:00 How Anh Lin separates work and hobby creativity
    06:15 What Anh Lin’s new book Forever Home is about
    11:27 The difference between talk therapy and trauma therapy
    13:30 Anh Lin shares her life story
    20:39 How to prepare for triggers
    21:50 Talking about what EMDR is
    25:15 Box breathing
    26:20 Post-traumatic wisdom
    27:17 How to use trauma as a reference or guidance for others
    30:30 Anh Lin’s experience with marriage and healing
    35:57 Aileen and Anh Lin discusses triggers and unhealed trauma
    36:57 Ahn Lin shares about the book No Bad Parts and leading our inner children
    41:00 What’s next for Ahn Lin
    43:38 Ahn Lin’s advice for listeners



    Follow Anh Lin:
    • Website: https://www.girlandtheword.com/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlandtheword/
    • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqo-jdu6ue5Wv-oe5-PSNvQ
    • Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@girlandtheword

    The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 243


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    47 mins
  • 242: Becoming the Person You Want to Be

    242: Becoming the Person You Want to Be
    Oct 29 2023
    Most of our paths aren't are straight or easy as they seem on the outside. Our stories are never finished and are still being written in every day of our lives. In this episode, Aileen talks about her own journey to release her album 'Honestly,' and how that journey led to the birth of Lavendaire.

    Aileen is a content creator, entrepreneur and artist of life, creating content, resources & lifestyle products that empower you to help you become your best self, make positive changes, and create beautiful, meaningful life.


    TIMESTAMPS:

    0:53 The beginnings of Aileen’s story
    1:33 The year leading up to Aileen’s first album: Honestly
    3:48 Writing the song ‘Honestly’
    4:25 How Aileen’s album came about
    5:09 The story behind ‘Honestly’
    5:29 ‘Honestly’ by Aileen Xu
    10:04 Aileen reveals her thoughts and feeling on this song
    10:31 When and how Lavendaire started
    11:50 About her song ’The War’
    12:41 ‘The War’ by Aileen Xu
    17:30 Aileen’s thoughts and feeling on ’The War’
    18:86 You’ve got to start somewhere
    19:42 Commitment and dedication on your baby steps


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    • Website: http://lavendaire.com/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lavendaire/
    • Honestly EP: https://open.spotify.com/album/7thPIanFsODtYAlMtTuhBJ


    The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 242


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    26 mins
  • 10 Minute Meditation for Positivity, Gratitude, Joy

    10 Minute Meditation for Positivity, Gratitude, Joy
    Oct 25 2023
    In this episode, we present an empowering 10-minute guided meditation for positivity, gratitude & joy to help raise your vibration. Use this as a daily morning meditation, or an evening meditation to cleanse your energy before sleep.

    Great for beginners and all levels.

    Stay tuned for more guided audios every other Wednesday!
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    10 mins
  • 241: Using EFT/Tapping to Heal and Grow into Your Best Life with Brad Yates

    241: Using EFT/Tapping to Heal and Grow into Your Best Life with Brad Yates
    Oct 22 2023
    Most of us are walking around carrying ambient stress in our bodies without even realizing it. In this episode, Brad and Aileen discuss how Emotional Freedom Techniques, or more commonly known as Tapping, can help you explore and recognize your internal energy, where you're feeling stuck, and help you work on releasing it so you can take action and move forward into your best life.

    Brad Yates, author of the best-selling children's book "The Wizard's Wish," co-author of the best-seller "Freedom at Your Fingertips," is internationally recognized for his creative and often humorous use of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), or Tapping, to help release limiting beliefs, reduce stress, achieve greater success, happiness, health and more.


    TIMESTAMPS:

    02:05 Introduction to EFT
    06:40 Brad’s journey to tapping
    10:55 What to say while tapping
    13:00 What happens in our body and mind when tapping
    16:40 Why EFT can be so powerful
    19:00 The Physiological and Psychological Benefits of Tapping
    21:46 Brad’s routine for tapping
    23:57 Tips for beginners
    26:40 Brad’s inspiration for starting videos about tapping
    30:55 How Brad plans out content for tapping videos
    32:50 Favourite stories of people’s lives that have been changed by tapping
    37:17 Guided demonstration of tapping to release fear and resistance towards your goals
    52:00 Phrases Brad often comes back to when tapping
    54:52 Brad’s advice: start by loving yourself


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    • Website: https://www.tapwithbrad.com/
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    • Youtube: https://youtube.com/@tapwithbrad

    The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 241


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    58 mins