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Choose Your Attitude

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The Choose Your Attitude® podcast is a source of inspiration and motivation for many, fueled by real stories from real people who have struggled with real challenges. Each podcast — and show guest — reminds you that no matter the challenge, you hold the power of perspective, allowing it to shift your attitude from being held down by the impossible to being propelled with the possible. No struggle is too big to impact the small choice you make of your attitude on how you approach it, all in turn creating a life you choose to live!

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023 : Stephanie Feger coloring today pretty!

July 16, 2021 13:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

In this podcast episode we will be interviewing Stephanie Feger. We will go into depth about her in-person experiences engaging in workshops and speaking engagements. They are customized to meet the needs of the specific group, leaving attendees with meaningful and tangible ways to live a life guided by perspective. Stephanie’s life purpose became so clear to her in a dream… literally. It spurred her to write her very first book and to blend her passion for helping others with her communicat...

Podcast Episode 023: Coloring Today Pretty with Stephanie Feger!

July 16, 2021 13:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

In this episode we're interviewing Stephanie Feger, an author who blends her passion for helping others, with her communication and marketing skills. Stephanie uses her amazing skillsets as a way to provide unique coaching and consulting for both authors and entrepreneurs. Stephanie's coachings are customized to meet the needs of the specific group she's working with, leaving attendees with meaningful and tangible ways to live a life guided by perspective. Feger dives into how things truly...

022 : Marcie Keithley & the Shoebox of Purpose

June 27, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 39.2 MB

We all have secrets. Truths that are too painful to face. Marcie J. Keithley, Author of "The Shoebox Effect: Transforming Pain into Fortitude and Purpose," knows this all too well as she, herself, attempted to put all of her past worries into a proverbial (and literal!) shoebox. Just waiting for the time when she would have the strength to examine and process them. The reality, though, is that the only way to move forward in life is to face your past head on. Her book chronicles her journ...

022 : Marcie Keithley opens up the Shoebox of purpose

June 27, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 39.2 MB

We all have secrets; truths that are too painful to face. Marcie J. Keithley, Author of "The Shoebox Effect: Transforming Pain into Fortitude and Purpose," knows this all too well as she, herself, attempted to put all of her past worries into a proverbial, and literal, shoebox awaiting the time when she would have the strength to examine and process them. The reality, though, is that the only way to most forward in life with freedom is to face the past head on. Her book chronicles her journe...

021 : Kevin Briggs saving lives through listening and truly understanding true perspective

June 20, 2021 12:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

Part 2 of 3: In the second episode of a three part series, in continuation of episode 20, we speak to Kevin Briggs the police officer in the Golden Gate Bridge Suicide story. Unique both their names are Kevin, but Briggs was the first person to give Kevin Berthia the man about to jump off the bridge a change in listening. Briggs listened for almost 90min while Berthia shared his entire life.    To now hear this story from Briggs side is amazing. Briggs shares some of the amazing powers of ...

021 : Kevin Briggs & the Power of Perspective

June 20, 2021 12:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

Part 2 of 3: In the second episode of our three part series, (the continuation of episode 20) we speak to Kevin Briggs, the police officer from Kevin Berthia's Golden Gate Bridge story.  Trigger Warning: This episode speaks on suicide.  Support the show

020 : Kevin Berthia taking a step out of darkness into the light of our inner story

June 06, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MB

***This episode, although extremely inspiring story has the subject of suicide. If you or someone you know needs direct help, please reach out to*** National Suicide Prevention Hotline 800-273-8255 (TALK) SuicidePreventionLifeLine.org --------------------------------------- In 2005, Kevin Berthia was challenged to his core. His entire life buckled into this one moment. Heading to the Golden Gate Bridge, looking for just someone to ask him what he was doing, someone to listen, acknowledge...

Podcast Episode 020: Step Out of the Darkness and Into the Light with Kevin Berthia

June 06, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MB

Episode Trigger Warning: Suicide. If you or someone you know needs direct help, please reach out to:  National Suicide Prevention Hotline 800-273-8255 (TALK) SuicidePreventionLifeLine.org --------------------------------------- In 2005, Kevin Berthia was challenged to his core mentally, physically and emotionally. His entire life buckled into one moment, and thought there was no other choice but to head to the Golden Gate Bridge...and jump. He was desperately looking for someone to as...

Podcast Episode 019: GMadison Brings Power to Perspective in "Invincible"

May 30, 2021 12:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MB

GMadison is a world renowned dancer, choreographer, and instructor. His work has been seen on some of the largest stages in the world and he just finished up touring with Mariah Carey this last year. Most recently, GMadison and his wife, singer & songwriter Chenelle, put together a beautiful and inspiring music video for Chenelle's song "Invincible," which focuses on how society has grown accustomed to labeling individuals before anyone even understands someone's true perspective. We all ...

019 : GMADISON brings power to perspective in his wife's (@ChenelleWorld) 'INVINCIBLE' music video

May 30, 2021 12:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MB

GMadison is our guest in Episode 18. GMadison is a world renowned dancer, choreographer, instructor. His work has been on some of the largest stages, for example last year he finished up touring with Mariah Carey. But she's nowhere near as big as a influence to GMadison, then his wife, singer & songwriter Chenelle. Most recently they put together a beautiful, meaningful, and very inspiring piece of work, the music video for Chenelle's song INVINCIBLE. GMadison directed the video, and the vid...

018 - Marc Ginsky COO of the CF Foundation

May 23, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MB

My guest today is Marc Ginsky, The Cystic Foundation's Chief Operating Officer. On this episode we talk about the amazing research the CF Foundation is currently collecting, the community the Foundation has created, the lives it's currently saving, and the amazing lessons learned from working with such an amazing organization. Here's our chat.  CFF.org @CF_Foundation Foundation Links: About CF – Learn more about cystic fibrosis, a genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and oth...

018 - Marc Ginsky CF Foundation COO talks strides about making CF stand for Cure Found!

May 23, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MB

Marc Ginsky is the Cystic Foundation Chief Operating Officer. After many conversations with Nick, Marc was able to make it on the show. On this podcast we talk about the amazing research the CF Foundation is doing, the community the foundation has created, the lives its saving, and just the amazing lessons learned from working with such an amazing organization. CFF.org @CF_Foundation Foundation Links: About CF – Learn more about cystic fibrosis, a genetic disease that affects the lungs, p...

017 - Branden McWilliams battling Cystic Fibrosis as a Ninja Warrior

May 16, 2021 12:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

Branden McWilliams has Cystic Fibrosis. He's also a Ninja Warrior. Being diagnosed at a young age, he was challenged through finding a way to stay focused away from the limitations. So instead, he broke the barriers. Now being one of only a hand of Ninja Warriors with Cystic Fibrosis, he's one of the only ones to actually get to the end button.  In this podcast we also talk about the many challenges facing those with Cystic Fibrosis, from the limitations it creates to men and having kids, to...

017: Branden McWilliams - Ninja Warrior First, Cystic Fibrosis Warrior Second

May 16, 2021 12:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

Branden McWilliams has Cystic Fibrosis. He's also a Ninja Warrior. Literally.  As in incredible athletes who combine obstacle course training with elements of gymnastics & parkour. You have to have incredible strength, problem solving-skills, endurance, stamina, impulse control, and confidence.  And interestingly enough, despite his CF, Branden is one of the only athletes to reach the end of the obstacle courses and hit the final red button.  Being diagnosed with CF at a young age, he was...

016 : Downhill skier Ryan McElmon talks the adrenaline of life

December 13, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MB

Today our guest is Ryan McElmon. Adrenaline junky, Mountain Biking as a hobby, but downhill skiing as competitor. Only 22 years old Ryan has had quite the experience in life. But a life full of lessons, and accomplishments. A true lesson in overcoming our fear, as we try and tackle the challenges of life. Ryan and his journey as a downhill skier really brings the idea of Choose Your Attitude to life as he explains his life in constant hunger for uncomfortable, in an attempt to conquer that n...

016 : Ryan McElmon Talks Adrenaline

December 13, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MB

Adrenaline junkie Ryan McElmon competes as a downhill skier, but enjoys mountain biking as a hobby. At only 22 years old, Ryan has had memorable and exciting experiences, learned many lessons, and accomplished triumphs some will never grasp in their lifetime.  The biggest lesson he's learned and instilled in others is overcoming fear. Ryan mirrors Choose Your Attitude's mantra/motto by constantly trying to conquer the hunger of being uncomfortable or fearful, and is always chasing the nex...

015 : A life with legacy - Another conversation with John Sardella

November 29, 2020 13:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MB

We are back with John Sardella in this episode. John Sardella, author of A Journey without a Map sat down with us in episode 13. After recording, we talked for another hour, and felt it was important to do another episode, but this time focus on legacy. In episode 13, we touched this topic, and it actually hit deep with John as he discussed what he wanted on his gravestone. Talking about death, and how we want to be remembered after life is tough, but it's so powerful and helpful in our jour...

015 : A Legacy Life - Another Conversation with John Sardella

November 29, 2020 13:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MB

John Sardella is back!  In this episode, John Sardella, author of "A Journey Without a Map" sat down with us again and is our guest for episode 13.  In episode 13, we touched on the topic of legacy, and opened up the conversation to a vulnerable place as John shared what he wanted on his gravestone.  Thinking about death seems to always have a dark tone, but the idea of the legacy we leave behind can be a really beautiful thing. It's a powerful and helpful stepping stone on our journey th...

014 : HALT - Dr. JD Hasenbank talks Hunger, Anger, Loneliness, & Tiredness

November 15, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

In this episode I sit down with Dr. JD Hassenbank, Muscle Magician, who's main mantra is move better, hurt less. In our current situation in 2020, there has been a lot of mental taxation to overcome. While we all constantly monitor and navigate our stress levels, Dr. Hassenbank provides us with some mental exercises to help us process all that's going on using the HALT process. Hunger, Anger, Loneliness, Tiredness, or H.A.L.T. As we try and conquer the current times, we hope his words al...

014 : HALT - JD Hasenbank talks Hunger, Anger, Loneliness, & Tiredness

November 15, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

HALT! In this episode I sit down with Dr JD Hassenbank, Muscle Magician, move better, hurt less. In our current situation in 2020, there has been alot to overcome mentally. In our stress, overwhelming desire to understand, John provides us with some mental exercises to help us process all that's going on, using the HALT process. Hunger, Anger, Loneliness, Tiredness. As we try and conquer the current times, here's our chat in hopes to help you process…  JD Hasenbank : @Drhasenbank Support t...

013 : A journey without a Map with John Sardella

October 25, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

Today, my guest is John Sardella, author of A Journey without a Map. I got the chance to read his book, and was set back by how parallel his journey was to mine. He shared his journey of walking with his wife through a 7 year battle of cancer, and the difficulties around loving someone who is dying. When we sat down to talk, we couldnt feel more comfortable in our similarities. He, as a lacrosse coach instructor, and a former principal, provides an amazing aspect to life, loving someone with...

013 : A Journey Without a Map with John Sardella

October 25, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

Today, my guest is John Sardella, author of A Journey Without a Map. I had the chance to read his book, and was taken aback by how parallel his journey was to my own. His wife endured seven years battling cancer, and experienced the difficulties of loving someone who is dying. When we sat down to chat, the comfortability in our similarities was astounding. As a lacrosse coach instructor, and a former principal, he brings an amazing outlook on life, even when navigating loving someone wit...

012 : Sober Life with Ashley Rhyner

October 11, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MB

Life is a difficult journey. We of course all strive to live our best life, however, it isn't always perfect. When we grow up, we sometimes fall into difficult choices/circumstances. In high school, I had the privilege to go to school with a beautiful human being that has been through some turbulent times. Ashley Rhyner experienced her parents splitting, her father coming out as a gay man, and her step dad passing of cancer. As a young girl, the process was extremely difficult, and in tryi...

011 : A toast for change with Erin Gruwell

September 27, 2020 11:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

Have you heard of the term six degrees of separation? The idea is that all people are 6 people or fewer away from each other. Back in 2006 I was on a flight from Spokane Wa to Seattle Washington. Sitting next to me was a friendly lady. Like most flights, sharing your journey with the person next to you, she shared she was headed to her movie premier in Seattle. To my surprise, later the blockbuster hit Freedom Writers with lead actress Hilary Swank hit theatres. The movie is about a dedicate...

011 : A Toast to Change with Erin Gruwell

September 27, 2020 11:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

Have you heard of the term six degrees of separation? The idea is that all people are six or fewer away from each other. Back in 2006 I was on a flight from Spokane to Seattle, Washington and sat next to an extraordinary human. Like most flights, if you're sat next to someone friendly, you eventually chit-chat and have a brief encounter with them, and I was lucky enough to be sitting next to a woman who shared she was headed to her movie premier in Seattle. I later found out that she was Er...

010 : A talk about racism with friends

September 19, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MB

In this episode my guest is Bryce Smith, and Ben Vadez. Both friends. After the horrible events of George Floyd, then the protests, I reached out to Bryce to help try and create a deeper understanding of racism, and where as a white man I can do better. I was taken back when he confronted me for reaching out, but as I listened, and understood, it was clear. In our talks, we felt it was important to make it an episode in our podcast. Here's our chat as we discuss and try and break down the co...

010 : Let's Talk About Racism

September 19, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MB

After the horrible events of George Floyd and then the protests following, I reached out to Bryce Smith, a friend of mine, to help try and create a deeper understanding of racism, and where as a white man I could/can do better. I was taken back when he confronted me for reaching out, but as I listened to Bryce wholeheartedly, it was then made clear to me Bryce's frustration and hurt. Something I could never truly comprehend as a white male. We had many conversations regarding current event...

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September 13, 2020 13:00 - 1 minute - 949 KB

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Choose Your Attitude : Podcast Intro 2.0

September 01, 2020 01:00 - 1 minute - 834 KB

Hope you guys are excited as we are! Season 2 comes with a new feel, a new approach, and a whole new set of episodes. Hold on to your attitudes, got a new life we are creating here and couldn't be more excited to have you apart of the journey! We are in this together! Season 2 Includes: Episode 10 - Sept 20 : A talk about racism with friends Episode 11 - Sept 27 : A toast for change with Erin Gruwell Episode 12 - Oct 11 : Sober life with Ashley Rhyner Episode 13 - Oct 25 : A journey with...

The Uncomfortable Truth About Privilege

June 13, 2020 17:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

In this episode, we're focusing on all things privilege. Hate is our defense mechanism, to help us retreat back to feeling safe and comfortable, because we may not understand something completely. Love and understanding takes work, trust, vulnerability, learning, the ability to step outside your comfort zone in order to grow and build. Love is the greater reward here. There is no easy way to build trust, without an extreme amount of empathy, compassion, and challenging yourself to learn o...

The uncomfortable truth about privilege

June 13, 2020 17:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

Hate is our defence mechanism, to help us retreat back to feeling safe and comfortable, because we may not understand something completely. Love takes work, trust, vulnerability, learning, the ability to step outside your comfort zone in order to grow and build. Love is the greater reward here. There is no easy way to build trust, without a extreme amount of empathy, compassion, and challenging yourself to learn others perspective, before you feel your own. We forget people who are asking...

009 : Innovating to conquer Cystic Fibrosis

May 16, 2020 19:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

In this podcast we sit down to chat with Martin Devlieger, an adventurer at heart. Martin has Cystic Fibrosis. Instead of letting CF hold him back, at a young age he innovated. Today he's the inventor of the Monarch Airway Clearance System, a life vest that provides a touch of independence for the patient, while helping vibrate the mucus build up in a CF patients lungs. His simple invention gave him the freedom he needed to adventure life without being anchored to Cystic Fibrosis. With a sim...

009 : Innovating to Conquer Cystic Fibrosis

May 16, 2020 19:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

In this podcast we sit down to chat with Martin Devlieger, an adventurer at heart. Martin has Cystic Fibrosis. Instead of letting CF hold him back, at a young age he innovated. Today he's the inventor of the Monarch Airway Clearance System, a life vest that provides a touch of independence for the patient, while helping vibrate the mucus build up in a CF patients lungs. His simple invention gave him the freedom he needed to adventure life without being anchored to his Cystic Fibrosis. Wi...

008 : Brianna's family wishes Brianna Happy Birthday

May 10, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

It's been three years since May 7 2017 when Brianna Passed. As a way to come together celebrate her birthday May 11, and support her and her families efforts to continue the Poulsbo CF Walk, the family talks about Brianna, how as a family they overcame the obstacles that cystic fibrosis introduced, while Brianna just did what she could to live. Through Brianna's life she was a role model, inspiration, and leader to so many including her family. As a advocate for Cystic Fibrosis through many ...

008 : Happy Birthday, Brianna

May 10, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

It's been three years since May 7th, 2017, when Brianna passed. As a way to come together celebrate her birthday on May 11th, and support her and her family's efforts to continue the Poulsbo CF Walk, her family talks about all things Brianna, how as a family they overcame the obstacles that cystic fibrosis introduced, and Brianna fought her best to live. Through Brianna's life she was a role model, inspiration, and leader to so many, including her family.  As an advocate for Cystic Fibros...

007 : Dr Pottinger challenges the world to #COVIDreset

May 03, 2020 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

Dr Paul Pottinger, the 007 of Infectious Disease, Brianna's long time infectious disease doc, Director of Infectious Disease at University of Washington, and Foreword author of the book Loving Someone Who Is Dying, takes some time out of his busy schedule to catch up, talk about what's happening, and reflect on what's happened. In their talk, Paul asks for the community to come together, to help us create a better tomorrow, challenging the world to #COVIDreset. Paul’s Rock Climbing Blog: Po...

007: Dr. Pottinger Challenges the World to #COVIDreset

May 03, 2020 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

Dr. Paul Pottinger. The 007 of Infectious Disease, and Brianna's long time infectious disease doctor, is the Director of Infectious Diseases at University of Washington, and Foreword author of the book Loving Someone Who Is Dying. Dr. Pottinger takes some time out of his busy schedule to catch up and offer transparency and comfort amidst the current global pandemic.  In our talk, Dr. Pottinger challenges the community to come together in order to help us create a better tomorrow, by encour...

006 : Deano Brown & Playing Fiddle Where the Green Grass Grows

April 22, 2020 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Nick talks with his long-time road brother, Deano Brown, about the power of music and playing fiddle for one of country music's biggest stars. Deano explains his journey from bring a young kid who refused to give up, to now being one of Tim McGraw's lead musicians. Deano shares the band's journey working together on the road, encouraging each other to be the best versions of themselves, working out "gorilla style," and ultimately doing what they love while giving everyone else a chance to...

006 : Deano Brown talks playing fiddle where the Green Grass Grows

April 22, 2020 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Nick talks with his long-time road brother, Deano, about the power of music and playing fiddle for one of country music's biggest stars. Deano explains going from a young kid who refused to give up to now being one of Tim McGraw's lead musicians. Deano shares the band's journey towards working together on the road, encouraging each other to be the best versions of themselves, working out "gorilla style," and ultimately doing what they love while giving everyone else a chance to escape realit...

005 : Belinda Lowes & Brianna

April 19, 2020 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

In this episode we welcome Belinda Lowes, Brianna's friend from veterinary school.   Belinda shares how Brianna impacted her life to such magnitude, that to honor her late friend, she named her own daughter after her.  A gentle reminder of her beautiful soul,  what a source of inspiration she was/continues to be, and continue on her legacy. You can watch the interview by visiting our YouTube Channel at YouTube.ChooseYourAttitude.com or clicking HERE. Here's our chat. RECORDED: April 5...

S1E5 : Belinda Lowes talks about naming her child after Brianna

April 19, 2020 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

In this episode, we welcome Belinda Lowes, Brianna's friend from veterinary school. Hear how Brianna impacted Belinda's life in such a way that to honor her late friend, she named her daughter, "Brianna," as a gentle reminder of her beautiful soul and a source of inspiration. Belinda also talks about Brianna's powerful Washington State FFA Retiring Address (RA) video. As promised, you can watch the interview by visiting our YouTube Channel at YouTube.ChooseYourAttitude.com or clicking here...

005 : Belinda Lowes talks about naming her child after Brianna

April 19, 2020 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

In this episode, we welcome Belinda Lowes, Brianna's friend from veterinary school. Hear how Brianna impacted Belinda's life in such a way that to honor her late friend, she named her daughter, "Brianna," as a gentle reminder of her beautiful soul and a source of inspiration. Belinda also talks about Brianna's powerful Washington State FFA Retiring Address (RA) video. As promised, you can watch the interview by visiting our YouTube Channel at YouTube.ChooseYourAttitude.com or clicking here...

004 : Arvin Mitchell Talks "Compression" - Comedy/Depression

April 15, 2020 12:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB

In this episode, Nick talks with his friend Arvin Mitchell, a comedian from St. Louis known for Kevin Hart's One Mic Stand, who is now a writer and performer on Studio C on BYU TV (check them out HERE).  What better conversation to have with a comedian than discussing the comedy world, but also, how Nick and Arvin originally connected after one of Arvin's shows, and most importantly, both guests share their constant battle with depression. Or as Arvin calls it, "compression." Comedy and dep...

S1E4 : Arvin Mitchell Talks "Compression" - Comedy/Depression

April 15, 2020 12:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB

In this episode, Nick talks with his friend Arvin Mitchell, a comedian known for shows like Kevin Hart One Mic Stand. Arvin is now a writer and performer on Studio C on BYUtv via YouTube. Nick and Arvin discuss the comedy world and how they originally connected after one of Arvin's shows and each shares their own battle with of depression. Or as Arvin calls it..."compression." Follow Arvin Mitchell Instagram @ArvinComedian More about Arvin and Studio C RECORDED: April 11, 2020 (Audio Only...

003 : Nicks shares about writing Loving Someone Who Is Dying

April 12, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB

In this episode, Nick hands the show over to Choose Your Attitude team member, Tara, for a vulnerable and very real interview about his past, present, and future with CYA . Nick talks candidly about his ‘why’ behind writing the book, Loving Someone Who is Dying, his vision for Quotes on a Fridge, and his motivation for the Choose Your Attitude apparel line. Plus what happens next! RECORDED: Dec 18, 2019; April 9, 2020 (Audio Only) Podcast Email: [email protected] Podcast Websi...

003 : Nick Strand shares about writing "Loving Someone Who Is Dying"

April 12, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB

In this episode, Nick Strand (CEO/creator of Choose Your Attitude) hands the microphone over to Choose Your Attitude team member, Tara Kathleen, for a vulnerable chat about how Choose Your Attitude came to be as a company, and where it's headed in the future.  Nick talks candidly about his why behind the writing of book, Loving Someone Who is Dying,  his motivation for the Choose Your Attitude apparel line, plus what's down the road! Here's our chat.  RECORDED: Dec 18, 2019; April 9, 20...

S1E3 : Nicks shares about writing Loving Someone Who Is Dying

April 12, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB

In this episode, Nick hands the show over to Choose Your Attitude team member, Tara, for a vulnerable and very real interview about his past, present, and future with CYA . Nick talks candidly about his ‘why’ behind writing the book, Loving Someone Who is Dying, his vision for Quotes on a Fridge, and his motivation for the Choose Your Attitude apparel line. Plus what happens next! RECORDED: Dec 18, 2019; April 9, 2020 (Audio Only) Podcast Email: [email protected] Podcast Websi...

S1E3 : Nicks shares about writing Loving Someone Who Is Dying...

April 12, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB

In this episode, Nick hands the show to Choose Your Attitude Team Member Tara, to talk about the inspiration of writing the book Loving Someone Who Is Dying, Quotes on a Fridge, the Choose Your Attitude apparel line, and the mission behind Choose Your Attitude. RECORDED: Dec 18, 2019; April 9, 2020 (Audio Only) Podcast Email: [email protected] Podcast Website: Podcast.ChooseYourAttitude.com Support and donate to the Show: SupportPodcast.ChooseYourAttitude.com Support the sho...

S1E2 : Feeling comfortable in the uncomfortable

April 08, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MB

Do you feel misplaced in these uncomfortable times? Uncomfortable, not motivated, fearful, annoyed. That's normal! How to control our reality... Ben Valdez, Substance Use Disorder Professional, or Addiction Treatment Counselor spent some time with us to talk about our feelings, feeling comfortable in our uncomfortable times, and some helpful ways to address these times. RECORDED: April 3, 2020 EPISODE VIDEO VERSION: YouTube.ChooseYourAttitude.com WARNING: DUE TO LANGUAGE AND SUBJECT MATT...

002 : Feeling Comfortable in the Uncomfortable

April 08, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MB

Uncomfortable.  Unmotivated.  Fearful.  Annoyed.  Words that are usually associated with negativity, are actually just opportunities to turn a situation around.  We're constantly in a state of perfectionism - trying to show the world (and ourselves) we live these happy and carefree lives, but in reality, life ebbs and flows, and allowing ourselves that grace and permission to navigate the not-so-perfect days is also important.  Ben Valdez is a Substance Use Disorder Professional (also known...

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