It’s a new year so what better time for new beginnings! It’s a time to unstick what is stuck. But how, you ask? ACTION! Motion creates emotion so activity is what helps us get out of that “rut” we can find ourselves in from time, creating a more positive outlook in whatever situation we may find ourselves. Learn to recognize some causes and ways to overcome life’s sticking points. Email the show:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠ Intro Song:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠"GypsyRock'n'Roll" by The Vignatis⁠⁠⁠⁠ Outro Song: ⁠⁠⁠⁠“Pierre the Frog” by The Vignatis⁠

A global citizen is someone who is aware of and understands the wider world and their place in it, making one a citizen of the world. It is about taking an active role in their community and work with others to make our planet more peaceful, sustainable, and fairer. Transcend differences and take responsibility so that you can become the best version of yourself and for others. Email the show:  ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Intro Song:  ⁠⁠⁠"Gypsy Rock'n'Roll"by The Vignatis⁠⁠⁠ Outro Song: ⁠⁠⁠“Citizens of the World” by The Vignatis⁠

Are you a quiet, reserved type or someone who likes to open their cake hole at inappropriate times? Either approach has its place and character. When to speak up and when to be silent requires wisdom to be able to "read the room". No matter your personality type, at certain times in our lives it requires us to be bold like a lion. Boldness has the strength and wisdom to know when being silent is the right call and never gives way to fear when it is time to speak up. This episode provides examples and ideas of when to speak up. May our discussion encourage you to become that bold lion and achieve victory in your life. Email the show:  ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ Intro Song:  ⁠⁠"Gypsy Rock'n'Roll"by The Vignatis⁠⁠ Outro Song: ⁠⁠“Merci” by The Vignatis

No one enjoys suffering however, it is a fact of life. From the time we are born it is inevitable that we each will experience suffering whether it be physical, emotional, financial, or spiritual, among others. We have the choice to accept that which we cannot change, or strive to change the things we cannot accept. The Buddhist concept of The Four Noble Truths is a means to spark the awareness of suffering as the nature of merely existing, its causes, and how to carry on in spite of it. Yes, it is a challenge. We CAN become masters of our own minds, not let our minds master us. Email the show:  ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Intro Song:  ⁠⁠⁠"Gypsy Rock'n'Roll"by The Vignatis⁠⁠⁠ Outro Song: ⁠⁠⁠“Hola, Bonjour, Hello” by The Vignatis

How many of you need glasses or contact lenses? Well, for this kind of vision, no assistive lenses are required; just some good, old-fashioned power of the imagination. No matter what your desires, wish-list, or dreams, having a clear vision or path is essential. Join us as we discuss the importance of vision as well as some steps on how to set a clear path to make your vision a reality. Email the show:  ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ Intro Song:  ⁠⁠"Gypsy Rock'n'Roll"by The Vignatis⁠⁠ Outro Song: ⁠⁠“Gaston the Frenchie" by The Vignatis

Raise your hand if you like violence, conflict, and strife? No, merci! Cultures vary from country to country encompassing food, customs, clothing, celebrations, etc. Oftentimes misunderstood differences amongst cultures can result in unresolved conflicts which may even lead to war. What if we could build a mindset that populated the planet growing into a culture of peace? Well, it is happening as we speak. If we all do our part, we can grow this bigger than imaginable, thanks to the United Nations and UNESCO. Learn how you can make this a global reality. Email the show:  ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ Intro Song:  ⁠⁠"Gypsy Rock'n'Roll"by The Vignatis⁠⁠ Outro Song: ⁠⁠“Gaston the Frenchie” by The Vignatis

"A sword is useless in the hands of a coward.....", as Nichiren says. Whether you are a “cowardly lion” who suffers from anxiety or a “brave warrior” who can bust down a door, courage is a necessary tool to move forward in life. Not all of us have courage in all areas of life. It comes in many different forms as outlined by these 8 types of courage. Which one(s) do you possess and which one(s) do you you lack? Only YOU can answer that question. Email the show: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Intro Song:  ⁠⁠⁠"GypsyRock'n'Roll" by The Vignatis⁠⁠⁠ Outro Song: ⁠⁠⁠“Red, White & Blue” by The Vignatis

Whether cultures, countries, creativity, food, finance, business, or recreational activities, diversity is a key ingredient for expanding our lives leaving a palate of colors to paint richness of experiences, knowledge, conversations, interactions, etc. To be open to such things that are “not like the others” can spark inspiration, creativity, and even compassion. Nature is our greatest teacher of diversity with countless varieties of plants and animals functioning in concert to perfection. Differences are what we have in common. To embrace diversity is to embrace your own life. Email the show: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ Intro Song:  ⁠⁠"GypsyRock'n'Roll" by The Vignatis⁠⁠ Outro Song: ⁠⁠“Un Jour de Bonheur” by The Vignatis

If you are above ground and breathing, you have most likely experienced some form of rejection. Whether personal, professional, or otherwise, it hurts doesn't it? If you have never lifted weights in a gym before and you go full power on the first day, it hurts afterward, doesn't it? When we process and recover from that muscle fatigue and stay at it, we get stronger. Rejection is the same. Learning to accept and manage rejection is a skill. We have a choice to either develop that skill to grow and move forward or stay complacent and unfulfilled.   Join us as we explain five possible levels one may experience in the face of rejection as well as some actions one can take to cope with or handle the rejection leading to the path of growth and strength (listed below): Acknowledge rejection is part of life. Meeting resistance builds strength Accept it, don’t deny it. Delusion creates continuous grief and disappointment Digest your emotions toward positive management of them. Taking it out on others creates more conflict, especially for you Maintain your health and be compassionate with yourself. Be mindful of your physical health as well as your mental health. Exercise will feed both the physical and mental in positive ways due to the release of serotonin, the happy hormone Never let rejection define who you are as a person. Not everyone likes dark chocolate just like not everyone will like or connect with you. Stay true to yourself with authenticity and you will attract those who appreciate you Embrace growth and view the rejection objectively. Observe your contribution to the situation and see what you can learn from it. Do the work. Only YOU can build SELF esteem Email the show:  ⁠[email protected]⁠ Intro Song:  ⁠"Gypsy Rock'n'Roll" by The Vignatis⁠ Outro Song: ⁠“Belle" by The Vignatis

As human beings we are born with the built-in guarantee that we will commit mistakes, mishaps, blunders, faults, whatever you want to call it. This concept of The Eight Errors is from early Buddhist teachings with the goal of setting forth the foundation for creating internal freedom or awakening. These eight aspects represent “wrong” actions that run counter to someone who lives in accordance with the dharma or the inherent nature of reality which outline correct behavior. As with everything in the Universe, therefore, each of the eight aspects has a positive or “correct” counterpart collectively referred to as The Noble Eightfold Path. Simple in their description yet at times difficult to implement, it is important to view both sides and choose the road toward positivity.   Email the show:  ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ Intro Song:  ⁠⁠"Gypsy Rock'n'Roll" by The Vignatis⁠⁠ Outro Song: ⁠⁠“When I'm Alone" by The Vignatis