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Let's reminisce about this past year & look forward to the next.

Today we talk with Irish songsmith David Hope. We talk about his journey, some politics, music, children's hospitals, writing therapy, and so much more. Find out more about him on the show & check out more at the links below. David’s Website (everything David Hope): David Hope Website David's Christmas song Christmas Day David on Facebook David Hope on Bandcamp Someone Else’s Mind Video Official Version Blind Leading the Blind Video Things we mentioned in the show Kids Classics - Organization bringing music to kids & elderly Utopia for Realists by Rutger Bregman Mick Flannery —> https://www.mickflannery.com

Today I talk a little bit about perspectives & action

Oh My Goodness! Do I have a conversation for you today! We get to talk with the ever inspiring Emma Isaacs. Take a listen, & don't forget to visit the links below! Emma's Website: https://www.emmaisaacs.co.uk/ Listen to her podcast here --> Creative Ways Podcast See her on Instagram: Here --> Emma Isaacs Design Or Here --> Creative Ways Podcast And if you want to check out the book we talked about, you can do it here (not an affiliate link) --> 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Today we talk about overcoming our attitude about any situation.

Today Jarrod Haning joins us to discuss how you can find a way to overcome your performance anxiety with - a bigger problem Check out his new book & more on his website --> Mindset Performance

Today we finish our 3 part series with the ever engaging Barbara Schulte where she talks with us about finding the love of her life, the test she took that helped her find direction, and more. Barbara talks about the Myers Briggs Assessment in the sow. In case you want to learn more, you can check it out here --> Myers Briggs The book she recommended is Your Erroneous Zones by Wayne Dyer. You can find out more about it here --> Your Erroneous Zones

Today we continue on with part 2 of Barb's journey - and this is one you don't want to miss

Today we get the pleasure of speaking with teacher, mother, wife, & all around amazing person Barbara Schulte. You don't want to miss this one. We talk about narcissists & their tendencies, among other fascinating topics. Come join us!

Today we talk a bit about having "one of those days"

Today I want to share some things I've learned in my nearly 20 years of working & navigating the corporate world.

Today we talk about the importance of putting your voice in the world.

Today we get to talk with licensed counselor, part time actor, & friend of mine, Mark Foster. We met while we were both actors in The Great Passion Play in Eureka Springs Arkansas, which, according to their website, happens to be America’s #1 attended outdoor drama. At that time, I was basically an extra who worked his way up to Roman soldier, and I was able to watch Mark from within the organization rise from walk on extra to playing the central figure in the show. I was also able to watch the how the situation evolved & the challenges he ended facing, & ultimately overcoming. This is one of the main reasons I wanted to have him on the show, and he discusses it as we talk about his journey. We also talk bout mental health, financial health, & so many things in between.  You can find links to Mark's counseling website & CCOA below: Psychology Today website --> Mark Foster CCOA's Website --> CCOA

Today we talk with the one & only Lee McCormack. Lee is one of my favorite guys. He is so authentic. So true to himself, and embodies the rock & roll spirit that makes music so great. He’s a spot on drummer & musician, but he’s a better entertainer. On a personal level, this is a bit of a full circle episode for me. Lee is the dude who introduced me to the world of podcasting by having me on his show a couple of years ago. Check out Lee McCormack at the links below: Website - www.moonviolet.com Podcast - www.trampslikeuspod.com YouTube - Train To Heartbreak

Today we have a roundup of season two's guests. Some parts I really loved - so I shared them again! Remember to subscribe to the newsletter --> Plain Ordinary Newsletter Check out Viktor Frankl's book --> Man's Search for Meaning Here are some links to our guests! Tom Cuirczak check out some of the tunes off his brand new debut album - Call Me Ismael. You can reach out to Tom via his FB music page - or his Instagram profile - or his IG handle @tomciurczak - or grab his CD from his website https://tomciurczak.com/buy-cd Luba Dvorak Buy his CD here --> https://www.lubadvorak.com/ Wed night livestream here --> https://www.facebook.com/lubamusic @lubadvorak - Instagram Rob "Splatt" Appelblatt SPLATT’s WEBSITE: https://www.robappelblatt.com/ SPLATT on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/splatt_music/ “Dance In Place” Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/danceinplacesong/ Splatt’s Spontaneous Soiree: https://www.facebook.com/splattsspontaneous “Weathervane” Album on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/4xlGoGjQv5UyLFhmpK6jOI?si=qOKcqbxMRjmRWx6q85DZ6A “Weathervane” Album on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/weathervane/1468359918 TIC STAC TOE Board Game: http://www.ticstactoe.com/ To Buy TIC STAC TOE: https://www.melissaanddoug.com/tic-stac-toe/2097.html

This week a couple of stories from my past converge with my present self & other musings. Check out Plain Ordinary Coaching for more information.

Today we finish up our conversation with Eric Schulte as we discuss anxiety & panic brought on by years of stress. This is an important episode & I hope you find value in it. In the episode Eric mentions the DARE method that was a beginning place for him to start to deal with the challenge he faced. You can find the book & other resources here --> DARE If you are struggling with anxiety or panic, please know these are real issues & there is help. Feel free to reach out to us if you are feeling helpless in your struggle.

Eric J. Schulte is back again to drop more wisdom bombs! Seriously, there's some good stuff in this episode. You can check out the referenced Deep Work by Cal Newport if you want to learn more about that superpower.

Today I have a special treat for you. We are speaking with Eric Schulte. These days he is in the security field of information technology, however, what he really is, is an information technologist extraordinaire with security being his current focus. Now, don’t run off thinking this is going to be a conversation of weird technology terms & words you’ve never heard of being used in sentences you can’t begin to decipher. There is some tech talk, for sure, but it is minimal - especially for us. No, I asked Eric to come on the show to talk about his journey because I’ve been privy to many real & amazing conversations with him in the past, and now in the present, and hopefully in the future - and I wanted to share some of them with you. One of the things people tell me about this podcast is how much they love the real, open, honest conversations - and this is one of those. Eric is also a listener & supporter of this podcast, so it’s nice to hear some about the way it has impacted him as well. Much in the same way I identify as a Jack of all trades or as a Renaissance man, so does Eric. He is on a journey of self discovery, as we all are, but with intention, as some of us are. This is part 1 of a conversation you don’t want to miss. With so many thought provoking ideas swirling around I just can’t wait any longer. Here is part 1 of a plain ordinary conversation with Eric Schulte that is anything but…