Agile Self-Development

S3 Ep6 - WTF Is Mental Fortitude with David Theriot

Mental Fortitude is described as mental and emotional strength in facing difficulty, adversity, danger, or temptation courageously. My guest on this episode is David Theriot, an ultrarunner and coach who understands that mental fortitude is pivotal to his success, very much akin to life's many other challenges. David Theriot is an ultrarunner and coach who started running later in life after ACL reconstruction surgery.  He's run 45 ultramarathons, 16 of them of 100 miles or more.  He finds...

S3 Ep6: WTF is Self-Awareness

In today's episode, we delve into the fascinating topic of self-awareness and its importance in our lives. Self-awareness is the ability to introspect and understand one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. We'll discuss why self-awareness matters, how to cultivate it, and the benefits it can bring to our personal and professional lives. Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com and click "Free Guide" in the top menu to start creating your own personal vision statement. Visit us at http://...

S2 Ep 5 - WTF Is Group Therapy with Robert Pepper PhD

On this episode, you'll hear from Dr Robert Pepper, author of Some People Don’t Want What They Say They Want, and a therapist who’s been running groups for over twenty-five years and has a special gift in helping member’s resolve conflicts with relationships, both personal and professional. In group therapy, members learn to resolve obstacles to developing healthy relationships through interactions between members of the group. Listen now to learn more about what group therapy can do to supp...

S3 Ep 4: WTF is Exhaustion with Top Coach Joey Drolshagen

Have you found yourself feeling “exhausted” and to the point of feeling overwhelmed and depressed? Well you’re not alone. Business and Life coach Joey Drolshagen is back with us to share how exhaustion is leading to a skyrocketing number of people experiencing depression and ways we can avoid the pitfall. Joey Drolshagen is a master mindset coach, author and Professional Speaker; and founder of the Subconscious Mindset Training method. Named one of the top Coaches in America for three cons...

S3 Ep3: WTF is Thrive AF (Alcohol Free) with Dupe Witherick

On this episode, we talk to Dupe Witherick who says being alcohol free is a choice and does not need to happen only when you hit rock bottom and that even normal drinkers may question their relationship with alcohol, wondering if it’s really serving them. Dupe Witherick is an Accredited Alcohol Free Wellbeing and Transformational Coach who believes that being alcohol free is a super power and makes you brave, and getting rid of this one thing is just the start of what could be the most amaz...

S3 Ep2: WTF Is Alignment with Rachel Richter

On this episode, I speak with Rachel Richter who says disconnection is the driving force of negative outcomes in our organizations and lives, and by increasing connection  we can unlock greater prosperity. Alignment is the catalyst needed to for increased connection. When people come to Rachel for answers, she often starts with this simple question “Where do you want to create greater alignment and thrive?” Rachel Richter is the Founder and Managing Partner of INLIGN, the premier alignment...

S3 Ep 1: WTF Is Trauma Drama with Marni Goldman

On this epsode, I speak with Marni Goldman, author of True To Myself: Peace, Love, Marni." As the daughter of a drug-addicted mother, Marni survived a life of depression, ADHD, childhood PTSD, anxiety, and a leukemia diagnosis. In her book – part memoir and part inspiration – Marni takes readers on a journey from unimaginable pain to physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.  Today, Marni Goldman is the host of the Peace Love Podcast and works with people all over the world to help them tra...

Season Three Intro

S2 Ep 17: WTF Did I Learn The Hard Way in 2022

Final episode of season 2, a recap of my reminder lessons learned the hard way throughout 2022. Stay tuned for Season 3, coming soon!  Visit us at http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com!

S2 Ep16: WTF is Emotional Chaos from Cancer with David Richman

On this episode, we hear from David Richman, author of Winning in the Middle of the Pack and Cycle of Lives.  In his most recent book, Cycle of Lives, David shares stories of people overcoming trauma and delves deeply into their emotional journeys with cancer. These stories are interwoven amongst the narrative of David’s solo 5,000-mile bike ride to go meet the book participants whom he had been interviewing for a few years. His hope with this book is to help empower people to start the hard...

S2 Ep15: WTF Is a Renaissance Woman with Katie Chonacas

If you describe a woman as a Renaissance woman, you mean that she has a wide range of abilities and interests, especially in the arts and sciences. I like to consider myself one of those with my day job in technology and outside interests in podcasting, yoga, improv and more. But wait until you hear about my guest today. There are so many layers to this onion that I knew I wanted to talk to her but I had a hard time trying to pick a topic to focus on!  On this episode, I speak with Katie El...

S2 Ep14: WTF is Post-Betrayal Transformation with Dr Debi Silber

An unhealed betrayal impacts our health, work, and relationships. Unfortunately, too many of us know first hand what it feels like to be betrayed.  On this episode, my guest is Dr. Debi Silber, founder of the PBT (Post Betrayal Transformation) Institute. Debi is a holistic psychologist, the author of Trust Again, and International bestselling author of: The Unshakable Woman AND From Hardened to Healed. Her podcast: From Betrayal to Breakthrough is also globally ranked within the top 1.5% of...

S2 Ep13: WTF is Value Economics with Sam LaCrosse

Today's guest  is Sam LaCrosse, author of Value Economics, The Study of Identity. When I was introduced to Sam, he was described as just a regular guy, “a nobody. He hasn't done anything amazing. He is not extraordinary or impressive. He doesn't even have a Wikipedia entry. He's just an ordinary guy from Cleveland, Ohio, who now lives an ordinary life in Austin, Texas.”  Here’s what’s not so ordinary…Sam got tired of the self-help books falsely telling people they could be anything they wan...

S2 Ep12: WTF is an Angel Intuitive with Michael André Ford

When I received a DM on LinkedIn from Michael André Ford, I took a look at a his profile and was instantly intrigued by his headline mentioning talking to angels...not your typical LinkedIn profile. The conversation shifted from how he can help me by connecting me to angels to how he helps others through this work, and having him join me on the show.  Michael André Ford is an angel intuitive whose unique gift helps others meet, hear and see angels, guides and other compassionate figures. A...

S2 Ep11: WTF Is So Scary about Public Speaking with Eddie Rice

Glossophobia, or the fear of public speaking, is one of the most common fears out there. In fact, some experts estimate that as much as 77% of people have some level of anxiety regarding public speaking. Yet for many of us, it’s something we may have to do as part of our jobs or community. My guest today is Eddie Rice, Author of Toast: Short Speeches, Big Impact. Eddie is a speechwriter and public speaking coach with over 10 years of experience in helping business leaders, keynote speakers,...

S2 Ep10: WTF Is Empowered Wellness with Allison Pelot

“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” —Maya Angelou This quote opens the book  Finally Thriving - Your Guide to Empowered Wellness, from Allison Pelot who is the guest on this episode. When I’d gotten a request to have a self described holistic fitness trainer, nutrition and energy coach on the show, my walls immediately went up. I’ve had a lifelong struggle with food addiction, an eating ...

S2 Ep9 - WTF Is Getting Unstuck with Maria Lizza Bowen

In the personal growth and self-help world, we often hear people talk about being stuck. But what does that really mean and what does it mean to get unstuck? On this episode, you'll meet Maria Lizza Bowen, author of the book “REFLECT - a perspective on understanding your reality and becoming unstuck.” Maria Lizza Bowen is a Scientist and Director of Oncology Clinical Development with nearly 30 years in the pharmaceutical industry. Her experience includes molecular, chemistry, biochemistry a...

S2 Ep8 - Revisiting WTF Is Agile Self-Development

No intro, no music, just a sharing of my talk on the Wisdom app. I shared the agile self development framework as a way to help us achieve our goals and growth. An audience member joined me, as well, to discuss his take on it and it was a great collaboration.  Enjoy! Visit us at http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com!

S2 Ep7 - WTF Is Growth through Yoga with Mary E Wright

Season 2's trailer mentioned that we'd be bringing yoga into the conversation more in this season, as it had been so instrumental to my own personal healing and growth. On this episode, you'll meet my friend and teacher Mary E Wright.  Mary owns GROW & Little Buddhas Yoga which you can learn more about at  www.growyogafl.com and www.littlebuddhasfl.com. Find her IG FB & other social media platforms @GROWYogafl & @littlebuddhasyogafl @littlebuddhas @marye.wright.   She'll be releasing her o...

S2 Ep6 - WTF Is Redefining Normal with Alexis Black and Justin Black

Justin and Alexis are authors, speakers, business owners and part of the Forbes Next 1000 class of 2021. Together, they’ve published an award-winning, bestselling book titled Redefining Normal: How Two Foster Kids Beat The Odds and Discovered Healing, Happiness and Love that has impacted over 15,000 individuals and families. With ROSE (Rising Over Societal Expectations) Empowerment Group and Redefining Normal, they hope to continue the conversation on healthy relationships, mental health, ...

S2 Ep5 - WTF is a Human Design Blueprint with Melissa Kirk

Melissa Kirk is a business and lifestyle coach who offers a holistic approach to help people understand their purpose and create a human design blueprint for business owners to discover their potential, imagine their ideal future and  strategically navigate obstacles to create transformation, and generate results in nearly every area of your life. On this episode, Melissa discusses the obstacles that get in our way for both our professional and personal lives. Listen as she shares on taking...

S2 Ep4 - WTF is an Intuitive Body Dialogue with Jessica Alexander

I first learned about my guest today when I read her article “How to Open an Intuitive Body Dialogue With Pain” and knew I needed to have her on our show. Jessica Alexander, founder of Embodied Consciousness, is a Somatic Energy Healer, certified in dynamic meditation and Reiki, and trained in the practices of Egyptian alchemy, embodiment, somatic therapy, and different forms of energy work. As an Embodiment Coach & Energy Healer, she believes in using all of the resources we naturally have ...

S2 Ep3 - WTF Is A Go-Giver with John David Mann & Ana Gabriel Mann

For more than a decade, readers of the bestselling Go-Giver book series have been clamoring for a book on how to apply the philosophy at the heart of The Go-Giver to their personal relationships. My guests today are husband wife team John David Mann and Ana Gabriel Mann who co-authored the newest book in the series: The Go-Giver Marriage: A Little Story about the Five Secrets to Lasting Love.  In their book “The Go-giver Marriage," readers learn how they can unlock a deeply satisfying, abun...

S2 Ep2 - WTF Does It Take to Be a Thought Leader with Dr Alaina Szlachta

With a podcast about personal growth and self development, I bring topics and guests to the show to share their stories and messages to help us all grow. To continue growing as a podcaster and thought leader, I reached out to an expert for some guidance. Last season, we heard from Dr. Alaina Szlachta, founder and lead learning architect of By Design Development Solutions. Alaina helps thought leaders create learning products that transform people’s lives. In this episode, we flip the script....

S2 Ep.1 - WTF Did I Learn on My Hiatus

Have you heard the expression “the best laid plans of mice and men often go astray?” It took me a little extra time between season one and two but but we’re back! In this episode, I share what was going on for me during that time and some of the key lessons I learned (and re-learned).   "Letting Go" intentionally Stress can impact our immune system The only way to get shit done Not everything is urgent It's up to me to keep learning and growing Visit us at http://www.agileselfdevelop...

WTF Do We Have Planned for Season 2

Check out what's new in the upcoming season of The Agile Self-Developmfent Podcast! Visit us at http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com!

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 21

You made it! Welcome to day 21 of our 21 days of gratitude. Congratulations on creating a new daily habit and attitude of gratitude! I hope you'll continue doing it and reap the benefits of this amazing positive practice.  Day 21 - What are you most grateful for about this 21 day experience? Gratitude prompts like these can help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com. ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for yo...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 20

Welcome to day 20 of our 21 days of gratitude, as together we create our new daily habit and attitude of gratitude! Day 20 - What splurge item you've purchased are you most grateful for? Gratitude prompts like these can help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com. ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve the best version of ...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 19

Welcome to day 19 of our 21 days of gratitude, as together we create our new daily habit and attitude of gratitude! Day 19 - What place you have traveled are you most grateful for? Gratitude prompts like these can help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com. ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve the best version of yourse...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 18

Welcome to day 18 of our 21 days of gratitude, as together we create our new daily habit and attitude of gratitude! Day 18 - What three people in your life are you most grateful for? Gratitude prompts like these can help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com. ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve the best version of your...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 17

Welcome to day 17 of our 21 days of gratitude, as together we create our new daily habit and attitude of gratitude! Day 17 - What trait of yours are you most grateful for? Gratitude prompts like these can help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com. ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve the best version of yourself and yo...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 16

Welcome to day 16 of our 21 days of gratitude, as together we create our new daily habit and attitude of gratitude! Day 16 - What about your home are you most grateful for? Gratitude prompts like these can help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com. ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve the best version of yourself and y...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 15

Let's hear it for day 15 of our 21 days of gratitude...we've made it through two weeks and have one more week of working on this habit together. But don't stop there! This is your new daily habit that helps you start your day with positive vibes and an attitude of gratitude.  Day 15 - What phone app are you most grateful for? Gratitude prompts like these can help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com. ____________ Visit http://...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 14

We're two-thirds there with day 14 of our 21 days of gratitude, working on our new attitude of gratitude and creating a daily habit together.  Day 14 - What about your body are you most grateful for? Gratitude prompts like these can help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com. ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve the bes...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 13

Moving along to day 13 of our 21 days of gratitude. You're doing great, keep going! Day 13 - What about your job or career are you most grateful for? Gratitude prompts like these can help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com. ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve the best version of yourself and your life by providing y...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 12

Welcome to day 12 of our 21 days of gratitude...and a deep question to ponder. Day 12 - What rejection are you most grateful for? Gratitude prompts like these can help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com. ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve the best version of yourself and your life by providing your north star for t...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 11

Welcome to day 11 of our 21 days of gratitude...you're doing great, keep going! Day 11 - What musician or band are you most grateful for? Gratitude prompts like these can help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com. ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve the best version of yourself and your life by providing your north st...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 10

Hurray, it's day 10 of our 21 days of gratitude...we're about halfway to the end so congratulations on forming this awesome new gratitutde habit!  Day 10 - What life lesson are you most grateful for? Gratitude prompts like these can help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com. ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve the be...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 9

You've made it to day 9 of our 21 days of gratitude...on the way to forming our new gratitutde habit together! We are commiting to a daily gratitude practice each morning for 21 days. Gratitude prompts help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com.  Day 9 - What food or drink are you most grateful for? ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets yo...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 8

You've made it to day 8 of our 21 days of gratitude, forming our new gratitutde habit together! We are commiting to a daily gratitude practice each morning for 21 days. Gratitude prompts help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com.  Day 8 - What movie are you most grateful for? ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve the bes...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 7

It's day 7 of our 21 days of gratitude, forming our new gratitutde habit together! We are commiting to a daily gratitude practice each morning for 21 days. Gratitude prompts help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com.  Day 7 - What sound are you most grateful for? ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve the best version of ...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 6

It's day 6 of our 21 days of gratitude, forming our new gratitutde habit together! We are commiting to a daily gratitude practice each morning for 21 days. Gratitude prompts help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com.  Day 6 - What season are you most grateful for? ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve the best version of...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 5

Welcome to day 5 of our 21 days of gratitude, forming our new gratitutde habit together! We are commiting to a daily gratitude practice each morning for 21 days. Gratitude prompts help inspire you and are available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com.  Day 5 - What activity or sport are you most grateful for? ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to achieve th...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 4

We are on day 4 of our 21 days of gratitude, forming our new gratitutde habit together! We are commiting to a daily gratitude practice each morning for 21 days. I’ll be sharing gratitude prompts to help inspire you which will be available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com.  Day 4 - What in nature are you most grateful for? ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you ...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 3

We are on day 3 of our 21 days of gratitude, forming our new gratitutde habit together! We are commiting to a daily gratitude practice each morning for 21 days. I’ll be sharing gratitude prompts to help inspire you which will be available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com.  Day 3 - What book are you most grateful for? ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com for your free guide to creating your personal vision statement which sets you up to...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 2

They say it takes a minimum of 21 days to form a habit with a commitment. So, if you’re ready to commit to a daily gratitude practice and want to make a habit of it to see if all the hype rings true for you, then join us here each morning for 21 days. I’ll be sharing gratitude prompts to help inspire you which will be available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com.  Day 2 - What technology are you most grateful for? ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfde...

21 Days of Gratitude - Day 1

They say it takes a minimum of 21 days to form a habit with a commitment. So, if you’re ready to commit to a daily gratitude practice and want to make a habit of it to see if all the hype rings true for you, then join us here each morning for 21 days. I’ll be sharing gratitude prompts to help inspire you which will be available through the show notes on the website at www.agileselfdevelopment.com.  Day 1 - What are you most grateful for today? ____________ Visit http://www.agileselfdevelop...

Ep. 42 - WTF Is a Season Wrap up?

What an amazing and long first season! I had so much fun sharing Agile Self-Development principles and lessons with you, and even more fun speaking with all the amazing guests who've joined me. Now, I'm ready for a break but I haven't forgotten about you... Coming up November 1, we'll be re-running our 21 Days of Gratitude series leading up to Thanksgiving week. Download the 21 Days of Gratitude calendar of prompts to follow along! It's also a good time to work on your Personal Vision Stat...

Ep. 41 - WTF Is The Maestro Monologue with Rob White

I’ve had some significant transformations over my lifetime - in my appearance,  career, and spirituality as well as a few other areas. Self-improvement and personal growth is a lifelong journey that never ends and transformations become necessary to adapt to the changes that take place over the years. On this episode, you'll meet Rob White. Rob's an incredible guy and this is one of my favorite interviews! He's a philosopher, writer, renowned speaker and guest lecturer, and the best selling...

Episode 40 - WTF Is Mind Body Connection with Todd Nils Nyholm

Many of us have heard about the mind body connection and even have examples from our life to prove it. I’ve got a recurring rash that shows up in times of my biggest stresses and when I'm feeling anxious, my heart races and my fingers shake, and I get queasy.  And there are positive affects as well. When I practice yoga, my mind comes to stillness and calm which isn’t easy for those of us with an overactive mind. I have no doubt of the body-mind connection, the proof is in the pudding.  My ...