Author, educator and speaker A.C. Cristales is back with the first episode of Mission Driven in 2022. In this episode, A.C. interviews creator and fitness coach of Urbane Body, Philip Cristales. In this episode, Philip shares a bit of his journey from what inspired him to start his online fitness program. Additionally, he shares what you can do to get started on your journey of success. This is an interview that will encourage you to take the step and make it happen. It will empower and motivate you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [05:44] College isn't for everyone [12:10] The struggle with self-confidence [20:01] Be loyal to that next step [30:05] Power of personal development [37:25] How to get started on your passion [42:40] More information on Urbane Body Follow's Today's guest on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urbanebody/?hl=en (@urbanebody) Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author, educator and speaker A.C. Cristales is back with another episode for Season 3 of Mission Driven. In this episode, A.C. interviews author and therapist, Axel Cristales. In this episode, Axel shares a bit of his journey from working in public schools to now serving as mental health therapist. Additionally, he shares what inspired him to write his newest book, Love Eternal. This is an interview that will encourage you to go after your dreams! It will empower and motivate you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [01:53] Hidden gems [07:37] Life is an odyssey [17:52] Love Eternal [26:08] Soundtrack of life [31:58] Seek peace, not happiness [38:10] Writing as therapy [47:47] Be faithful to yourself Follow's Today's guest on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/axelrcristales/ ( @axelrcristales) Purchase Axel's Newest Book, Love Eternal: https://linktr.ee/axelrcristales (Click Here!) Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author, educator and speaker A.C. Cristales is back with another episode for Season 3 of Mission Driven. In this episode, A.C. takes us back to his first EVER Reflection Blog he wrote in 2009, entitled, The Thunderstorm Season. In this podcast episode, he shares how storms and troubles don't last forever. If you want to grow and thrive in your journey of success despite the difficulties of life, you have to listen to this episode. It will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [02:16] Provide a platform for others to share their story [05:21] Take a step of faith [07:33] Successful people don't quit [09:14] The Thunderstorm Season [15:25] Where do you find yourself? Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author, educator and speaker A.C. Cristales is back with another episode for Season 3 of Mission Driven. In this episode, A.C. has the honor of interviewing Iris Lopez, founder of Mija, Yes You Can, a nonprofit organization created by women FOR women to provide a platform that allows ALL women to come together to learn from each other, relate to each other and achieve their ambitions in life. In this episode, Iris shares a bit of her story and the reasons why she started a non-profit organization which focuses on empowering women. This interview will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [04:17] Iris' background and story [09:44] Iris' Life Mission on day to day basis [13:50] What inspired Iris to start the Mija, Yes You Can non-profit? [25:30] Challenges in starting the program [29:01] Success stories from Mija, Yes You Can [35:02] Learn to accept failure [36:14] Find out more about Mija, Yes You Can For more information on Mija, Yes You Can, follow the program on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/mijayesyoucan (@mijayesyoucan) https://mijayesyoucan.org/ (Click Here) for Mija, Yes You Can Website Follow A.C. on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author, educator and speaker A.C. Cristales is back with another episode for Season 3 of Mission Driven. In this episode, A.C. has the honor of interviewing Rand Scott Carlson, who is on the leadership team at the Men of Nehemiah, a Christian Non-Profit located in South Dallas that is designed to rebuild the lives of men and families that have been torn apart by substance abuse, homelessness, crime, and violence. In this episode, Rand shares a bit of his life story and how he now uses Hip Hop to share the Good News that has completely transformed his life and given him freedom. This interview will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [03:26] Rand's background and story [09:46] The ministry that helped Rand [14:56] Drugs were not the problem. There was a bigger problem. [18:53] Life's Mission: Bring Hope [25:16] The Ultimate form of self-expression [30:29] Success story from doing ministry work [34:34] Rand's Anchors [42:58] Find out more about Rand's work For more information on Rand, follow him on @rand_pkp Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author, educator and speaker A.C. Cristales is back with another episode for Season 3 of Mission Driven. In this episode, A.C. takes us back to a Reflection Blog he wrote in 2009, entitled, The Power of Failure. In this podcast episode, he shares how failure can either propel you to your destiny and purpose or it can dispel you away from it. If you want to grow and thrive in your journey of success despite the difficulties of life, you have to listen to this episode. It will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [01:46] The Key is Consistency [02:48] The Power of Failure [04:24] Rap was my outlet [06:14] 14 years old and rapping! [08:05] Steve Jobs and his failures [10:31] Times of failure will do one or two things Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author and speaker A.C. Cristales returns for Season 3 of Mission Driven! In this episode, A.C. further discusses the importance of an anchor in your life. In this podcast episode, he shares that an anchor can help you possess constancy, a quality that means you are enduring, unchanging and dependable. If you want to grow and thrive in your journey of success despite the difficulties of life, you have to listen to this episode. It will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [02:05] Unchanging and Dependable [03:00] Boston's K-Girls, Kris and Kayla Biagiotti's Story [7:15] Defining Enduring [10:18] You can't move forward if you keep looking backward [15:47] Questions for you to reflect on [18:28] How will 2021 play out for you? Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author and speaker A.C. Cristales returns for Season 3 of Mission Driven! In this episode, A.C. further discusses the importance of an anchor in your life. In this podcast episode, he shares that an anchor can help you stay put when you feel life drifting you back to old habits that were not helping you out. If you want to grow and thrive in your journey of success despite the difficulties of life, you have to listen to this episode. It will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [01:09] An anchor provides support, comfort and hope [03:06] Hope is a good thing (Shawshank Redemption Connection) [5:24] What happens when you don't expect anything from life [07:04] Is your current anchor good for your life? [11:41] People fear the unknown [14:51] I am not going back! Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author and speaker A.C. Cristales returns for Season 3 of Mission Driven! In this episode, A.C. poses an important question for everyone going after a dream and goal: What is your anchor? In this podcast episode, he shares what an anchor is, the importance of having an anchor and what an anchor provides during the difficult times of life. If you want to grow and thrive in your journey of success despite the difficulties of life, you have to listen to this episode. It will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com (http://acspeaks.com)

Cobra Kai Season 3 is finally out on Netflix! Listen as A.C. and Jose share their initial reactions, favorite scenes, connections to the Karate Kid franchise, what we want to see in Season 4 and our ranking of the first 3 seasons. Let us know what you thought of Season 3 and what you want to see in Season 4! Cobra Kai is back, baby! Because Cobra Kai Never Dies!