Enemy Within You
27 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -We all work against ourselves in subtle ways. Learn to combat your negative patterns with Luis Vazquez as he shares stories, ancient wisdom, and good old common sense.
Let's become the best version of ourselves — collectively.
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Your Favorite Grinch – Remix
December 21, 2021 09:00 - 26 minutes - 25 MBToday’s episode is not your stereotypical Christmas episode. I personally don’t like the holidays. You’ll soon find out why. But even more than that, I also make fair arguments for things holiday-filled aka jolly people don’t think about. In this episode, I highlight things such as: How you might not be giving your kids the best Christmas experience A way to set boundaries in visiting “everyone” during the holidays is important Why you’ve misunderstood certain personality types Don’t w...
Process Over Outcome With Coach Ambrose WB
December 07, 2021 09:05 - 43 minutes - 40.4 MBToday’s featured guest is Ambrose Wilson-Brown. When I first met him, he was introduced to me as a personal trainer. But he’s actually a coach. Yes, there’s a difference training and coaching. A trainer figures thing out for people and tells them what to do. A coach asks questions and guide people intuitive strategies. Ambrose has been involved in some kind of training and coaching for most of his life. As a young kid, he played football and eventually coached younger kids. As an adul...
Process Over Outcome – Coach Ambrose WB
December 07, 2021 09:05 - 43 minutes - 40.4 MBToday’s featured guest is Ambrose Wilson-Brown. When I first met him, he was introduced to me as a personal trainer. But he’s actually a coach. Yes, there’s a difference training and coaching. A trainer figures thing out for people and tells them what to do. A coach asks questions and guide people intuitive strategies. Ambrose has been involved in some kind of training and coaching for most of his life. As a young kid, he played football and eventually coached younger kids. As an adul...
How To Identify the Gaps Between Your Beliefs and the Life You Live
November 16, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 18.9 MBCan you believe it’s November already? The new year is right around the corner. Let me ask you this. What kind of year have you had? Have you experienced and accomplished everything you aimed for? If you’re like most people, COVID probably had its way with you and never asked for permission. Quarantine life has left everyone examining their life. Anything you ignored problem wise probably got out of control. If you were eating unhealthy food before, you probably overdid it during quarant...
Advice From One Visual Artist to Another – Mauricio Ramirez
November 02, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 35.8 MBWhat would it be like to earn a living from your creativity? I’m not talking about getting paid here and there for small projects. I’m talking about making a full-time living from projects alone. Today, we talk to Mauricio Ramirez, a visual artist who went from funding his own art projects to building a legit full-time business. He has plenty of experience and advice for his fellow artists. If you’re not an artist, that’s okay because the principles we talk about are transferable to an...
Advice From One Visual Artist to Another With Mauricio Ramirez
November 02, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 35.8 MBWhat would it be like to earn a living from your creativity? I’m not talking about getting paid here and there for small projects. I’m talking about making a full-time living from projects alone. Today, we talk to Mauricio Ramirez, a visual artist who went from funding his own art projects to building a legit full-time business. He has plenty of experience and advice for his fellow artists. If you’re not an artist, that’s okay because the principles we talk about are transferable to an...
Moving Away To Evolve With Jesus Gonzalez
April 14, 2021 20:27 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBA few years ago, before the chaos of COVID-19, I used to post up at this place named Fuel Cafe. Every Thursday, I'd go, sip on some beer or coffee and write. Naturally, I became known as a regular and met interesting people. One of those interesting people is Jesus Gonzalez. When I met Jesus, he had just opened up Mazorca Tacos, a food truck selling tacos made out of handmade tortillas. About a year later, he co-founded Zocalo Food Park, the first food park in Wisconsin. At some point, he ...
Moving Away To Evolve – Jesus Gonzalez
April 14, 2021 20:27 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBA few years ago, before the chaos of COVID-19, I used to post up at this place named Fuel Cafe. Every Thursday, I'd go, sip on some beer or coffee and write. Naturally, I became known as a regular and met interesting people. One of those interesting people is Jesus Gonzalez. When I met Jesus, he had just opened up Mazorca Tacos, a food truck selling tacos made out of handmade tortillas. About a year later, he co-founded Zocalo Food Park, the first food park in Wisconsin. At some point, he ...
Jesus Gonzalez: Moving Away To Evolve
April 14, 2021 20:27 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBA few years ago, before the chaos of COVID-19, I used to post up at this place named Fuel Cafe. Every Thursday, I'd go, sip on some beer or coffee and write. Naturally, I became known as a regular and met interesting people. One of those interesting people is Jesus Gonzalez. When I met Jesus, he had just opened up Mazorca Tacos, a food truck selling tacos made out of handmade tortillas. About a year later, he co-founded Zocalo Food Park, the first food park in Wisconsin. At some point, he ...
Maranta Plant Shop: Everything New Plant Owners Should Know
March 31, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBIn March of 2020, quarantine was brand new to the world. For most people, that meant spending more time at home than they ever had before. A natural challenge of not being able to leave home is creating a living space in which you can both work and relax. Something I lack in my living space is houseplants. I have only but one small aloe vera plant that a friend gifted me recently. When I polled my Instagram followers, I was surprised to learn about the way plants have contributed to peop...
Everything New Plant Owners Should Know – Maranta Plant Shop
March 31, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBIn March of 2020, quarantine was brand new to the world. For most people, that meant spending more time at home than they ever had before. A natural challenge of not being able to leave home is creating a living space in which you can both work and relax. Something I lack in my living space is houseplants. I have only but one small aloe vera plant that a friend gifted me recently. When I polled my Instagram followers, I was surprised to learn about the way plants have contributed to peop...
Everything New Plant Owners Should Know With Maranta Plant Shop
March 31, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBIn March of 2020, quarantine was brand new to the world. For most people, that meant spending more time at home than they ever had before. A natural challenge of not being able to leave home is creating a living space in which you can both work and relax. Something I lack in my living space is houseplants. I have only but one small aloe vera plant that a friend gifted me recently. When I polled my Instagram followers, I was surprised to learn about the way plants have contributed to peop...
Aerospace Engineer Turned Nike Shoe Engineer With Aaron Hankins:
March 17, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBIn 2016, I was part of an intensive online workshop named the altMBA. It was expensive, it was intense, and I met people who felt the same way I did about goals and dreams they wanted to make a reality. Some of these people have become dear friends of mine. The workshop was created by Seth Godin and his team. If you don’t know who Seth is, he’s an author of 19 bestselling books — yes, you heard, right. 19 bestselling books. Some of his books include The Dip, Linchpin, Purple Cow, Tribes, ...
Aaron Hankins: Aerospace Engineer Turned Nike Shoe Engineer
March 17, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBIn 2016, I was part of an intensive online workshop named the altMBA. It was expensive, it was intense, and I met people who felt the same way I did about goals and dreams they wanted to make a reality. Some of these people have become dear friends of mine. The workshop was created by Seth Godin and his team. If you don’t know who Seth is, he’s an author of 19 bestselling books — yes, you heard, right. 19 bestselling books. Some of his books include The Dip, Linchpin, Purple Cow, Tribes, ...
Aerospace Engineer Turned Nike Shoe Engineer – Aaron Hankins
March 17, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBIn 2016, I was part of an intensive online workshop named the altMBA. It was expensive, it was intense, and I met people who felt the same way I did about goals and dreams they wanted to make a reality. Some of these people have become dear friends of mine. The workshop was created by Seth Godin and his team. If you don’t know who Seth is, he’s an author of 19 bestselling books — yes, you heard, right. 19 bestselling books. Some of his books include The Dip, Linchpin, Purple Cow, Tribes, ...
Overstaying in Relationships – Part 2
February 17, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutes - 40.5 MBDeep down you know your relationship has run its course. You’ve been unhappy for way too long. You know it’s time to go. Yet, you've not pulled the trigger. Why is that? What kind of faulty reasons have you been justifying staying for? If you don't address this now, you'll continue to waste precious days, weeks, months, and in a worse scenario, even years — if you haven't already. Don't waste your life on a dead relationship. This episode debunks 6 faulty reasons people use to justify ...
Overstaying in Relationships – Part 1
February 04, 2021 03:12 - 42 minutes - 39.7 MBUnhappy relationships seem to be the norm nowadays. Have you settled for such a thing—either now or in the past? If so, you've probably overstayed in a relationship. How do you know when it's time to leave? Learn about 6 incompatibilities worth leaving your relationship over. Any of them could be responsible for the heartache you're experiencing. You'll also listen to relatable stories from anonymous people. PS — This is the first episode of a 2-part series about overstaying in relat...
Buffer Episode
January 20, 2021 23:16 - 15 minutes - 15.1 MBThe last few episodes have been tough to produce. This episode is meant to help create a buffer so that I can catch up. In this episode, you'll learn about How to ask a question or suggest a topic Potential interview type episodes A new audio course I'm working on for you If you're a new listener, feel free to listen to any of the past episodes. Today's episode isn't our stereotypical format. ----- If you'd like to contribute to an episode, send a message to Luis on Instagram or visi...
Life's Toughest Lesson
January 15, 2021 01:03 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBThis episode is a continuation of last week's episode, which is named "The 'No Regret' Fallacy". Anonymous people from different cities, backgrounds, and experiences share the toughest lesson they've learned in life. I share my toughest lesson too. I also tell you about one of my life goals and how this podcast is part of it. Learn about the toughest lesson life will teach as many times as it needs to. ----- If you'd like to contribute to an episode, send a message to Luis on Instagra...
The "No Regret" Fallacy
January 06, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBDo you have regrets in life? If you're someone who believes in having no regrets, then this episode will make you mad. You're going to want to fight me. In this episode, I rip apart 3 common reasons that are faulty in the "no regret" ideology. You'll also listen to brave souls vulnerable enough to share their stories of regret. I'll also share a recent major regret of mine. Get ready to turn into a believer of regrets. ----- If you'd like to contribute to an episode, send a message to...
New Year, New You
December 31, 2020 00:21 - 41 minutes - 38.7 MBIf you're trying to really make progress in 2021, then listen to this episode. This episode will convince and teach about 4 layers of accountability that you're probably are missing in your life. You'll also hear the top goal others have set for themselves in 2021. Lastly, my brother, Emilio makes a cameo and shares his experience with accountability. ----- If you'd like to contribute to an episode, send a message to Luis on Instagram or visit the website: Instagram: @luiscreates Websit...
Your Favorite Grinch
December 23, 2020 13:17 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBListen to contrasting thoughts regarding this jolly season. This episode defends fellow grinches and provides context to those who don't understand us. Don't worry, my Instagram followers came to the rescue. They made their case for celebrating this holiday season to the fullest via their anonymous voice clips. Enjoy this non-stereotypical Christmas episode. ----- If you'd like to contribute to an episode, send a message to Luis on Instagram or visit the website: Instagram: @luiscrea...
Bleeding Past
December 16, 2020 09:28 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBUnderstanding how your past affects you today can be difficult to decipher. Quotes such as “You are not your past” are used to empower people who struggle with coming to terms with what they’ve done. These words are meant to set aside shame and steer people into self-forgiveness. Do you agree with that statement? In this episode, you'll hear people share how their past affects them today. I'll also explain why I think the statement “You are not your past” is incomplete. Lastly, you'll l...
Your Bleeding Past
December 16, 2020 09:28 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBUnderstanding how your past affects you today can be difficult to decipher. Quotes such as “You are not your past” are used to empower people who struggle with coming to terms with what they’ve done. These words are meant to set aside shame and steer people into self-forgiveness. Do you agree with that statement? In this episode, you'll hear people share how their past affects them today. I'll also explain why I think the statement “You are not your past” is incomplete. Lastly, you'll l...
Realistic Productivity
December 09, 2020 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBDo you always feel like you're behind productive wise? This episode will help you dissect if you're actually being productive. Even more importantly, it will help you recognize if you're being realistic about how you feel about it. Listen to 5 tips you can apply to contextualize your productivity. You'll also hear about how others feel about their productivity. If you'd like to contribute to an episode, send a message to Luis on Instagram or visit the website: Instagram: @luiscreates We...
Avoiding Confrontation
December 02, 2020 09:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBThis episode is about how avoiding confrontation is never in your best interest. Your passiveness will eventually bankrupt you in all kinds of ways. Learn about 4 ground rules you can use when it's time to confront someone, a situation, or even yourself. You'll also hear voice clips from a couple of listeners from the Enemy Within You tribe. Your feedback is always welcomed. If you'd like to contribute to an episode, send a message to Luis on Instagram or visit the website: Instagram: @...
New Podcast on the Block
November 29, 2020 21:09 - 8 minutes - 8.05 MBThis episode is all about the why, who, and what for this podcast. Give it a listen so you know what to expect going forward. Your feedback is welcomed. Instagram: @luiscreates Website: https://enemywithinyou.com/