Life Is A Marathon
576 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 344 ratingsThe Life is a Marathon show gives you inspiration, motivation, and resources to empower you to thrive and win in the marathon we call “life!” Bruce Van Horn is a Life Coach, Mentor, Thought Leader, Best-Selling Author, Entertaining and Motivational Speaker, Dad, and Marathon runner. He brings his respected insight, wisdom, leadership, and storytelling abilities to this podcast to share with you information, tips, life-hacks, and entertaining and heart-warming stories with the goal of helping you transform your life, build your self-esteem, recognize your value to the world, and live as the fullest expression of who you were created to be. Your thinking defines who you are in every way. It shapes your self-esteem, self-image and self-worth. It also controls the way you perceive the world and how you interact with others. You can change your life by changing your thoughts. Use this podcast as your personal mentoring program as you transform your life by the renewing of your mind.
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Episodes
LIAM 026 – Introducing the Latest Upgrade: Bruce 5.1
November 10, 2014 05:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this episode, I introduce you to Bruce 5.1. Yes, it was my birthday and I turned 51! I don't think of it as getting another year older. I think of it as adding some new features, making a few improvements, and removing some outdated and unnecessary things from my life--just like installing an upgraded version of an Operating System on a computer or smart phone. Listen as I share with you what I have planned for Bruce 5.1! Show outline: Review of Bruce 5.0: Mindset really is like insta...
LIAM 025 – Pace 2 Finish! A Conversation with Katie Mehnert
November 07, 2014 05:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBIn this episode, I have a conversation with Katie Mehnert about how life has truly been a marathon for her. She is a fellow marathon runner and cancer survivor and has fought many other battles to arrive at this point of her life. You will be inspired by Katie's message of determination to succeed. Quotes from the show: I've always used running to set my mind in motion. It puts me in a good place to be able to think and make clear decisions. When you look at the bigger picture, and think abo...
LIAM 024 – Procrastinate On Purpose. A Conversation with Rory Vaden
November 05, 2014 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBIn this episode, I have a conversation with Rory Vaden about life, doing the things that matter most for tomorrow--not just doing what is urgent today. He shares valuable insights from his new book "Procrastinate On Purpose," as well as his best seller "Take The Stairs." You will very much enjoy and value what Rory has to share in this episode. Mentioned in this show: RoryVaden website: www.roryvaden.com twitter: @rory_vaden Take the Stairs: 7 Steps to Achieving True Success - Rory Va...
LIAM 023 – Focus on What You Want: The Solutions Focus!
November 03, 2014 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this episode, I talk about how we tend to get more of what we focus on. Therefore, we should focus on solutions, not problems; on what is working, not on what is not. I introduce you to The Solutions Focus by Paul Jackson & Mark McKergow. Show Outline: The Law of Expansion - what you focus on expands/increases Most focus on the problems, what is wrong, what they hate, what they don't want to happen Debt Relationship problems Politics "Don't drop this!" Most counseling focuses o...
LIAM 022 – Are You Living Intentionally?
October 31, 2014 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBIn this episode, I talk about the importance of living intentionally, and exactly what that means. An intention is an aim, a plan, a desired outcome. You should have intentions for every area of your life and take the actions necessary to fulfill that intention. If you are not living intentionally, you are just wondering aimlessly in the world, subject to the intentions of others. Aim your life in the direction you want to go, then go there! Show Outline: My social media profiles say "Livi...
LIAM 021 – A Conversation About Perspective with Steve Maraboli
October 29, 2014 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBIn this episode, I have an amazingly honest, energetic conversation with Dr. Steve Maraboli. Steve talks with me about his personal journey to discover his calling. He has dedicated his life to helping people break out of victim thinking and to craft an "agreement with reality" that moves you forward to a positive future. There is so much actionable wisdom in this episode! Do not miss it. Quotes from the show: Your agreement with reality defines your life. It's so easy to confuse your circum...
LIAM 020 – Do You Believe in Miracles? You Should!
October 27, 2014 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBIn this episode, I talk about the importance of looking back through your life to examine all of the miracles that have happened in your life. By looking at what you have come through, you will find strength and encouragement to face current and future obstacles. Do you believe in miracles? You should because you are one! Listen as I unpack this important mindset. Quotes from the show: There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though ev...
LIAM 019 – Happiness is Directly Linked to Thankfulness
October 24, 2014 04:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBIn this episode, I talk about how Happiness is directly linked to Thankfulness. If you want to be happier in life, you must learn how to feel and express gratitude for the way your life is right now. As you express thankfulness, you are focusing on what you want more of, instead of the problems which you want less of. What you focus on expands or increases, so focus more on being grateful and more of what you are grateful for will come into your life. Keeping a gratitude journal is just as im...
LIAM 018 – A Road-Trip Q & A Session
October 22, 2014 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBIn this episode, I answer questions from listeners while driving my car through the beautiful mountains of Virginia. I speak about being color-blind, my experience with Prostate Cancer, and a few of the projects I'm working on. Thanks for jumping in the car and riding along with me! I love doing these Q & A sessions, so please send me any questions/topics you'd like me to speak about using the contact form! Mentioned in this show: Bruce Van Horn - A Personal Note: Prostate Cancer Run For...
LIAM 017 – E+R=O: You Control Your Outcomes Because You Control Your Responses to Events
October 20, 2014 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBIn this episode, I talk about how we control the outcomes in our lives by controlling our responses to events. The formula E+R=O shows us that, if we don't like the way a certain event has affected us (the outcome), we can change that by changing the way we respond that event. Show outline: Most people believe their lives are controlled by the events that happen in their lives, or, at least, they let their lives be directed by the events. It is easier to blame external forces than to clai...
LIAM 016 – A Journey from Darkness to Light: A Conversation with Nikki Schmutz
October 17, 2014 04:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBIn this episode, I speak with Nikki Schmutz about her dramatic journey from darkness to light. Nikki suffered traumatic abuse at the age of 10 and kept it hidden from the world until she was 17. Her journey of healing and rebuilding her life is a story that everyone needs to hear and share with others who have gone through similar experiences. Quotes from the show: It's OK to admit that there's a whole lot wrong with you! - Nikki Schmutz Instead of just making sure I was OK, I would actually...
LIAM 015 – Make Deposits Into Your Emotional Bank Account!
October 15, 2014 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBThis episode is a continuation of Episode 14, in which I talk about the importance of your emotional bank account. This episode breaks down some practical steps for making deposits to build up your self-esteem and confidence, which will overflow into every aspect of your life. Quotes from the show: Love is the bridge between you and EVERYTHING! — Rumi Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayers. — Maya Angelou Be the change that you wish to see in the world. ...
LIAM 014 – The “Rich” Get Richer! Why Your Emotional Bank Account is so Important
October 13, 2014 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBIn this episode, I talk about the importance of building up your emotional bank account to allow you to fully engage, with confidence and enthusiasm, in the "game" of life. The reality is when you start winning, you tend to win more often. When you become "rich" in your emotional bank account, having a high self-esteem and confidence level, you will tend to become richer, having more success because you engage in life more fully and enthusiastically. Quotes from the show: You can't stay in y...
LIAM 013 – A Positive Attitude Will Unlock Many of Life’s Doors
October 10, 2014 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBIn this episode, I talk about how your attitude is the key to success in every area of life--professional, personal, and social. Your attitude, how you show up and the energy you bring to every situation, will open or close doors of opportunities. A positive attitude will not, necessarily, enable you to do everything, but it will help you do everything better. Be sure, every day, in every situation, to choose a useful attitude. Quotes from the show: Your attitude, not your aptitude, will det...
LIAM 012 – You Are A World-Changer! You and the Butterfly Effect
October 08, 2014 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBIn this episode, I tell you that you are a world-changer! You may not think you are, but you absolutely are. Every day, in every way you interact with people and the world around you, you are sending out messages and energy into the universe that, through the phenomenon of the Butterfly Effect, change the world. The changes may be small or large, but you are changing the world and have since the day you were born. Listen to the show to hear what I mean. Show outline: I want to tell you some...
LIAM 011 – An Unplanned Night in Chicago; The Butterfly Effect of Generosity
October 06, 2014 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode of the Life Is A Marathon show, I talk about how a missed connection in Chicago forced me to spend a night in a hotel, which led me to doing a not-so-random act of kindness, which produced a completely unexpected result--the Butterfly Effect. This story illustrates how we should always have an open mind to the events in our lives and try to find meaning in them. We should be ever vigilant for opportunities to help strangers, but we should also understand that kindness radiates...
LIAM 010 – You Are Always Training for Something. Is it Success, Mediocrity, or Failure?
October 03, 2014 04:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBIn this episode of the Life Is A Marathon show, I talk about how every thought, word, decision, action, is a form of training. You are constantly conditioning your mind and body to do the very same thing. Set the intention of training for success instead of mediocrity or failure. Quotes from the show: No matter what you do, you are always training for something! What can you do to promote world peace? Go home and love your family! - Mother Teresa Show outline: I learned so much about life a...
LIAM 009 – Leveraging Adversity To Reach Your Potential: A Conversation with “The Iron Jen”
October 01, 2014 04:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBIn Episode #9 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I speak with Jen McDonough, aka The Iron Jen, about the major adversities she has faced in her life and how she has leveraged those adversities to discover her potential. Jen's story is amazing, but she shares, with complete sincerity, that she sees herself a just a normal woman, wife, and mom who was not willing to settle for less than an awesome life. She shares how she and her family were able to turn the tables on health problems and financial...
LIAM 008 – Set Yourself Up for Victory; Learn from Your Successes!
September 29, 2014 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBIn Episode #8 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I speak about the importance of setting yourself up for victory and of learning more from your successes than from your failures. Far too often, through the way we think and speak, we project the opposite outcome we actually want. We say and think more about what we don't want than about what we do want. I also address how the popular business "buzz" is to "fail fast" and learn from our mistakes. I disagree! It's best to "win fast" and build on ou...
LIAM 007 – Life After the Death of a Child: A Conversation with Adam Crawford
September 26, 2014 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBIn Episode #7 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I share a conversation with Adam Crawford in which we talk about the death of their daughter, Layla Chandler Crawford. Adam and his wife are still working through the pain and questions inherent in this trauma, but they are making many healthy decisions to move forward, continue to live, raise their son, and honor the brief life of their little girl. The death of a child is one of the most painful experiences a person will ever face. Please listen...
LIAM 006 – Personal Branding: The Art of Being Present
September 24, 2014 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBIn Episode #6 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I urge you to stop thinking that multitasking is a good thing. It's not! I talk about the benefits, personally and professionally, of practicing the art of being present--giving your undivided attention to people. This another "personal branding" episode designed to help you build a life--your brand--that people want to engage with and promote. Quotes from the show: Wherever you are, be all there! — Jim Elliot Show outline: Multitasking, as a g...
LIAM 005 – Personal Branding: Everyone is Self-Employed
September 22, 2014 04:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBIn Episode #5 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I explore a personal branding topic: Everyone is Self-Employed. It doesn't matter who signs your paycheck or what you do, you must do it with the attitude/mindset that you are self-employed, that you represent the most important brand in the world: YOU! Having the mindset of being a brand and being solely responsible for how you represent your brand, helps you show up in the world in an entirely different way than if you have the mindset of just g...
LIAM 004 – We do not Decide our Futures, We Decide our Habits
September 19, 2014 19:26 - 27 minutes - 26.2 MBIn Episode #4 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I explore the idea that we really do not decide our futures. Rather, we decide our habits, and our habits determine our futures. If we want to change who and what we are, we must change our habits. If we want excellence, we must develop habits that move us towards excellence. People do not decide their futures, they decide their habits and their habits decide their futures. — F. Matthias Alexander We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefor...
LIAM 003 – Man’s Search for Meaning – What do we do when life doesn’t go as expected?
September 18, 2014 04:00 - 48 minutes - 45.4 MBIn Episode #3 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I review the book "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor Frankl, taking the main points and applying them to our current lives. We explore the hard question many of us face at times in our lives: "What do we do when life doesn't go as expected?" When we can no longer change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves. – Viktor Frankl He who has a why to live for can bear almost any how. – Friedrich Nietzsche Show outline: Correction/Clarifi...
LIAM 002 – The Starting Line
September 15, 2014 16:55 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MBIn Episode #2 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I discuss the metaphor of being at the starting line of something new--it could be a race, a life change, starting a new business, taking classes to improve yourself--whatever it is, starting lines are exciting, but scary places. I talk about some of the reasons many people never approach the starting lines in their lives and I give you some ways to move passed those self-imposed road-blocks. The primary reason for underachievement is that people ...
LIAM 001 – Introductions, Explanations, and Expectations
September 14, 2014 13:33 - 34 minutes - 32.4 MBIn Episode #1 of the Life Is A Marathon show, I introduce myself, give a bit of my background and talk about why I'm doing a podcast and what you can expect from it. I am so excited about starting the Life is a Marathon podcast. I've spent the last several months thinking, planning, and preparing for this show and I'm very excited about where this show is going to. Please listen as I explain what the show will be all about and what my long-range plans are for LifeIsAMarathon.com! The meaning...