Aha! Moments with Elliott Connie
708 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 69 ratingsJoin me every weekday as I share lessons from both my own life and my experiences as a trained psychotherapist to refresh your perspective and allow you to be your best self.
In 5 short minutes, I hope to leave you saying "...Aha!" as you apply these lessons to your own life.
My aim is to inspire you and light the fire and passion that my work for 15+ years as a world-renowned solution focused brief therapist lit in me, so that you too, can transform your own life and the lives of others.
Thanks for listening! -- EC
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Episodes
How to Set Boundaries For Yourself
January 19, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.87 MBI want you to think about the type of life you want to lead. What are important, meaningful relationships you want in your life? What boundaries do you need to set up to keep the things you don't want in your life locked out? Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
Standing Up For Yourself
January 18, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.31 MBYou have the strength and power within to stand up to yourself, whether you realize it or not. When was a moment you were able to find your inner confidence and stand up to your bullies? How did you know you had the strength to overcome these challenges? Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr.
January 17, 2022 06:00 - 5 minutes - 5.11 MBOn this important day, I want to remind you all the importance of standing up for others who are marginalized. We need to remember the value of our voices and actions and use those to make a positive difference for everyone in this world. How are you making a difference to others? I'd love to hear your story. Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
Staying Loyal to Your Goals
January 14, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.72 MBThink about everything you want to achieve in your life. Is there anything you're doing that is getting in the way of those goals and aspirations? What can you do to make a difference in your own life and maintain loyalty to yourself? Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
The Importance of Loyalty
January 13, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.97 MBRemember to surround yourself with people who are willing to be loyal to you and help you out when you need it most. Who is one person that you know YOU can count on through thick and thin? Would they feel the same way about you? Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
When NOT to Be Loyal
January 12, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.8 MBIt's not being disloyal, it's being loyal to YOUR future and WHO you want to be. Remember, your career does not define you. Your purpose does. Take some time to reflect on where you are in life and if you need to let something go in order to reach your success. Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
Learning Loyalty From My Therapy Clients
January 11, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.11 MBThink about someone you're close to in your life. This could be a partner, a family member, or a close friend. In what ways do you show this individual your loyalty? Are there any additional ways you could show them loyalty? I'd love to hear your thoughts. Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
Loyalty and Friendship
January 10, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.86 MBWhen did you first learn about loyalty? What lessons did you learn from that moment that you still carry with you to this day? I'd love to hear your story! Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
Setting Expectations in Your Life
January 07, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.98 MBWhat is something you do in your life where you had to set your expectations with purpose? What steps did you take to make sure you met your desired outcome? I'd love to hear your experiences! Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
Living Life on YOUR Terms
January 06, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.76 MBNo matter what your biggest aspirations are, I just want you to think about living life on your terms. What are some things that you want to accomplish, no matter how big or small? What goals do you have that you know will make you happy once you achieve? I'd love to hear! Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
Strengthening Yourself with Meaning
January 04, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.58 MBI want to encourage you guys to think about the meaningful things in your life. How can you use those meaningful things to untap and unlock your true power and potential as you look to accomplish wonderful things in 2022? I'd love to hear your stories! Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
Discovering YOUR Purpose
January 03, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.03 MBI want you to think about your life. Have you discovered your purpose? Are you engaged in the things that make your life feel fulfilled and valued? What kinds of people and activities surround you that can help you discover your purpose? Share you story with me! Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
The BEST Version of Yourself
December 31, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MBI want to encourage you to think about the version of yourself that you want to be going into 2022. What are things you can do each day to increase the likelihood that you will become your best self? Let me know what your plans are for the New Year! Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
How to Achieve Your Biggest Dreams
December 30, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.56 MBWhat is your biggest dream that you hope to achieve in your lifetime? What did you learn from today's episode that can help you move towards that goal? I'd love to hear your feedback. Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
The Work Ethic of Kobe Bryant
December 29, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.99 MBFirst, write down something that you want to achieve. And then, I want you to spend a week working as hard as you possibly can to make that thing happen. What worked, what didn't work, and what can you apply going forward? Let me know your experiences! Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
How I Achieve My Goals
December 28, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.25 MBWhat is a big goal you're working on in your life? What are the daily, persistent steps you can take to reach that goal? I'd love to hear your stories and goals. Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
I Wanted to Be an MLB Star
December 27, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.2 MBWe all have goals that we want to achieve in life. What were some of your goals in life? And what lessons from these goals do you carry with you to this day, whether you achieved it or not? Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
Found Family
December 24, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.76 MBRemember that you are not along in this world. There are people who love you and love on you. Think of at least two people in your life that you care about. How do they show their love and appreciation for you? How do you show and love your appreciation for them? I'd love to hear about someone special to your heart. Please share your stories with me! Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
We Are Better Together
December 23, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.46 MBThink about the people in your life who you are most connected with (family, friends, partners, coworkers, etc.) How do they help improve your life and get you further than you would by yourself? How do you help them in their everyday life? I would love to hear your stories! Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @elliottspeaks
Rituals & Routines
December 22, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.05 MBI want to invite you to think of what you have learned from the rituals and routines you have in your life. What routines and rituals can you create and maintain going forward so you can continue to stay connected with your loved ones? I'd love to hear your thoughts! Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Bonding Together
December 21, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.5 MBAs you go through this holiday season, I want you to remember that you are building bonds that last a lifetime... so make sure you use social media to build and strengthen those connections, not erode them. What ways can you use social media and technology to strengthen your connections with loved ones? Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
My Mother, My Hero
December 20, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.29 MBDuring this holiday season, I want you to make a list of people you want to show gratitude for. What difference have they made in your life? Show them your gratitude by letting them know how much they mean to you. And please share your stories with me! I'd love to hear about the beauty and love in your life. Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Take Action, Be Patient
December 17, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.81 MBPlanning is important, but don't spend too much of your time and energy on it! Take action and achieve your goals step by step. Write down one of your goals and the steps you need to get there... THEN TAKE ACTION!!! (And be patient, because goals can't just be achieved overnight!) Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Patience Will Light the Way
December 16, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.53 MBWhat is a lesson about patience that we can all learn from Thomas Edison? And how would you apply that lesson to your own life? I'd love to hear your thoughts! Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
1,319 Days
December 15, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.67 MBPatience is a really important quality you need to accomplish any goal. Who in your life has demonstrated patience in achieving a goal and what did that look like? Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Patience Requires Practice
December 14, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.5 MBLook for opportunities to be patient and exercise those muscles! What is one situation recently where you had to exhibit patience? I'd love to hear your story! Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Let Patience Work For You
December 13, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.9 MBThink about how YOU learned that patience was an important virtue. What are you doing to be sure you're allowing yourself to be led by patience, logic and good choices instead of instant gratification? Please share your story with me! Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Inspiration in Representation
December 10, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.94 MBRemember that you are valued. You are important. You have the ability to inspire others and create change in this world. If you woke up tomorrow knowing you inspired someone, what difference would it make to you? Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
The Legend of Richard Pryor
December 09, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.61 MBI want everyone to understand the power and strength of being your true, authentic self. What are traits you possess that are unapologetically YOU? How do you use those traits to inspire you to be the best version of yourself? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story with the world. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
How Archery Improved My Life
December 08, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.06 MBDo you have a hobby or activity that has improved the quality of your life? What is it and what changes did you notice after you introduced it to your life? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story with the world. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Why I Became a Psychotherapist
December 07, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.56 MBThinking about the things that inspire us helps us stay in a state of inspiration. What from your life inspires you? It can be related to your family, career, or anything else. Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story with the world. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
The Impact of My Friend's Parents
December 06, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.19 MBI want you guys to really think about those things in your life that inspire you. Reflect on a moment, person, or experience from your childhood that has allowed you to transform your life. How did they inspire you and make a difference to you? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story with the world. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
The Impact of Helping Others
December 03, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.43 MBRemember that you have the impact to make a difference in someone's life. What are some ways that you can help others in their time of need? Who are 3 people you can help? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your ideas and thoughts with the world. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Self Help
December 02, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.43 MBHow have you been able to help yourself overcome a difficult challenge? What traits in yourself did you use to make a difference in your own life? Remember to keep these traits in your mind going forward. Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story with the world. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
How Tom Brady Helped His Fan
December 01, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.73 MBWhere have you seen examples of someone helping or inspiring their fans? What difference did it make to their fans and how did it impact everyone watching that moment? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story with the world. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Accepting Help From Others
November 30, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.27 MBThink about someone in your life who has helped you at some point. How did their help make you feel... and how do you think it made THEM feel? What can you learn from this going forward? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story with the world. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Snow Shovels and Helping Others
November 29, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.39 MBThink back to your childhood. What is one of the first memories you have of helping another person? And what lessons did you learn from that time that you carry with you now? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story with the world. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Showing Gratitude Despite Grief
November 26, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.86 MBAs you go through life, look for even the smallest things you can be grateful for. I think that is how you change the world. Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your gratitude with the world. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Thanksgiving and Gratitude
November 25, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.97 MBThis Thanksgiving season, remember the people, places, and things in your life that you hold close to your heart. How have they made a difference to you? And how can you make a difference to others? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your gratitude with the world. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Seeing Gratitude in Others
November 24, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.12 MBThink about a person in YOUR life that shows gratitude. How do they express their feelings of gratitude towards others? What can you learn from them and how can you apply those lessons to your own life? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your gratitude with the world. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Gratitude and Friendship
November 23, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.89 MBWhat are the big things in your life that you are grateful for? Think of your career, family, friends, the place you call home... how can you share your gratitude with these people and places? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your gratitude with the world. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Life is Beautiful
November 22, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.2 MBBe grateful for all the memories you make, whether it's sitting on the couch with loved ones or going on a safari trip in South Africa. As you go through your day, think of 3 moments you can be grateful for and appreciate going forward. Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
You Can Overcome Anything
November 19, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.63 MBRemember when you did that thing you never thought you could do? Think of all the adversities you have overcome in your life and write down the personality traits that helped you pull through your difficult times. Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
A Lesson From Simone Biles
November 18, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.37 MBLet's remember that we can response to vile hatred with dignity and grace. Who is someone you know that has overcome challenging obstacles? How did they respond to challenges they faced and what can you learn from them? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your thoughts. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Overcoming Racism in My Career
November 17, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MBHate, anger, and negativity will never win. Remember how important it is to embrace differences and respect people who are different from you. How can you support and embrace diversity in your life? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your thoughts. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
One Step at a Time
November 16, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.51 MBThink of a challenge or obstacle that you are currently facing in your life. What are three ways your love for someone in your life motivate you to overcome these difficulties? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Baseball Transformed My Life
November 15, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.99 MBYou have to do everything possible to carry yourself forward in life... and you've probably done that more than you realize! Think of a time in your life where you had to overcome a challenge. How did you overcome that moment and what skills did you learn that you can apply in your life going forward? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Optimism Helps You Succeed
November 12, 2021 06:00 - 5 minutes - 4.9 MBLook through the lens of optimism. Look at the things in life that you are looking forward to most. What are you most excited about? How have you succeeded in the past and how can you apply that optimism to help get you to your ideal future? Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Chasing Your Dreams With Optimism
November 11, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.52 MBI invite you to look around your life and think about the optimism that plays a role in the people around you. Find two people who are important to you that you can look up to and be inspired by. Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks
Will Smith and Optimism
November 10, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.78 MBPick an actor or individual from a show or movie you are currently watching and look into their career history. How have they shown optimism throughout their life? Now do the same for yourself! Text me! at 972-426-2640 so I can share your story. DM me! Twitter: @elliottspeaks Instagram: @ellliottspeaks